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7 baches for sale that you’ll want to escape Auckland for this summer

Article by Property Press

Sitting only an hour or so from Auckland, the area of Rodney is the perfect place to invest in a holiday home. Here’s a round up of our favourite ones for sale right now

7 baches for sale that you’ll want to escape Auckland for this summer

The family bach at the beach is a constant in Kiwi holiday lore. Although some people’s ideas of baches have been upgraded to the concept of a second home with all the frills and creature comforts, having a special spot to relax and unwind is still an important ingredient in many people’s lives.

The key to buying a beach home and actually getting your money’s worth out of it is the location. A relatively short drive time is essential to ensuring that it’s used a lot and that you get to enjoy entertaining friends and family who have popped in.

The area of Rodney north of Warkworth has many fabulous beaches and has seen a meteoric rise in prices and popularity in recent years. It still offers plenty of options for those seeking a beach house, with some areas being only an hour or so from Auckland and beaches offering everything from the splendid isolation of Pakiri Beach to the buzz of Omaha with its closeness to Matakana with its cafes and farmers’ markets.

1. Love the lifestyle

This Pakiri lifestyle block of 3.07ha offers holiday makers a unique set-up to enjoy lazy days just 2km from the white sand and surf of beautiful Pakiri beach. The accommodation offers plenty of flexible options for extended families – the oldies will love the comfortable 1-bedroom cottage with a spacious living area that makes the most of views over the beautiful gardens and surrounding bush.

It has a covered outside dining area that opens from the kitchen, making family meals a breeze. Nearby the 120-year-old fruit packing barn has been renovated into a rustic retreat with a charming living area, separate bedroom and large loft space.

There is also a large implement shed that offers further potential. Enjoy the stream on the boundary, bird life, the old orchard and complete peace and quiet.

2. Stoke up the barbie

Here’s the perfect chance to get a holiday home within easy walking distance of popular Snell’s Beach without the eyewatering price tags that many properties in this area command. The two-bedroom home has all the ingredients you need for relaxed living— the open plan kitchen and living area is ideal for entertaining and opens to a raised deck where you can enjoy a glass of wine in the evening while you stoke up the barbie.

It even offers a little glimpse of the sea. You can pitch a pup tent in the garden to cope with any overflow from the two double bedrooms, or make use of the single garage.

The fully fenced garden with automatic gate offers plenty of security when it’s time to lock up and leave.

3. Seventies stunner

This Point Wells home brings a dash of seventies style to the mix and is perfect for a leisurely break whatever the season — the generous deck is made for catching some rays and in winter everyone can gather around the bold brick fireplace inside.

The double height, timber-lined living area and modern open-plan kitchen are set for entertaining big groups of family and friends.

With three double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a sweet little sleep-out, there’s lots of space for guests without cramping anyone’s style. Close to safe swimming, the boat ramp, tennis courts and bike trails to Matakana and Omaha beach this property offers holiday fun in spades. A huge two-car garage and whopping 809m2 site complete the picture.

4. Room for all

There’s room for all the family to enjoy holidays here at the northern end of popular Omaha beach. With five bedrooms, a large open plan living area flowing to a deck with views over the bay and a separate living area downstairs, there’s penty of scope for everyone to do their own thing.

A second deck offers a sheltered spot for relaxing while watching the kids play on the fenced level section at the back of the property, and there’s still space for the water toys.

Added to all this is that most of the furnishings are included in the sale price — you’ll be set for summer in the blink of an eye.

5. Leigh do-up

Roll up your sleeves and get prepared to do a bit of grunt work and you could enjoy the fabulous views that this 3-bedroom Leigh home offers.

The kitchen and bathroom need an update and the décor is tired, but it’s all perfectly liveable as is. The living areas on the upper level open to decks that make the most of the stunning outlook.

This is a chance to get into this vibrant community, close to surrounding beaches, the farmers’ market at Matakana, and the Leigh boat ramp for a spot of fishing. And when you don’t feel like cooking dinner you can enjoy takeaways from Leigh’s famous fish and chip shop, or relax by dropping into Leigh Sawmill Café to catch a band and a bevvy.

6. Holiday starter kit

This 70s bach is the perfect holiday home starter kit for tired Aucklanders. Perched between Campbells and Baddeley’s beaches, it’s also close to the glorious Tawharanui Regional Park. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms and set on a spacious 809m2 site it has plenty of potential for those with some design flair and imagination.

Ranch sliders in the open plan living and kitchen area open up to a raised deck and the wood burner will keep the family cosy on chilly nights.

There’s plenty of storage for water toys, an established veggie garden and fruit trees on the 809m2 site and a barbecue area for summer meals. The vendors have been enjoying this spot for the last 25 years – it could be your turn next.