18 Clark Road, Karaka, Franklin, Auckland

Situated among some of New Zealand’s prominent horse studs and privately located down a beautiful established tree-lined driveway, this exceptional 8-acre (3.4ha) estate combines timeless country charm with contemporary family living. Positioned in one of Karaka’s blue-chip enclaves, this beautiful home and garden was architecturally designed by renowned Auckland architect and landscape visionary Harry Turbott.

Set over approximately 400sqm, this soulful residence has been sympathetically styled to honour its environmentally conscious design. Battened walls, hessian drapes, airy natural hues, and charming open (jetmaster) brick fireplaces infuse the home with relaxed elegance and warmth.

Interior Features:

• Five generous bedrooms & three bathrooms including a separate powder room
• Private master retreat upstairs with walk-in wardrobe, ensuite, separate toilet, and French doors opening to its own balcony
• Four spacious ground-floor bedrooms, each with individual outdoor access, dreamy window seats, and shared ensuite
• Homely country kitchen with dining nook, bi-fold doors to alfresco dining, pot-belly stove, and a charming window seat
• Multiple living zones including a formal dining area, expansive north-facing lounge with vaulted ceilings, and a dual-sided fireplace connecting to a snug / media room
• Separate laundry and internal double garage for added convenience

Outdoor & Lifestyle Highlights:

• Extensive covered veranda and alfresco dining area overlooking stunning landscaped gardens and lawn
• Generous 14m x 6m resort like swimming pool, seamlessly integrated into the tranquil surrounds
• Enchanting garden walkways and beautifully lit grounds, perfect for evening ambience
• 6 x paddocks of easy-contour land, ideal for grazing
• Well-equipped shedding, including an implement shed, tack room/flexi room
• Reliable water supply via bore and tank water
• Two road frontages, ensuring ease of access and future potential

Location:

• Approx. 12km to SH1 motorway interchange
• 30km to Auckland Airport
• 40km to Auckland CBD
• Zoned for Te Hihi Primary, with ACG Strathallan Karaka and other premium education options nearby

This is a unique opportunity to acquire one of Karaka’s beautiful country estates in a blue chip location; offering fabulous family living, lifestyle capability/equestrian, and the hallmark of architectural excellence.

“Turbott Park” – A once-in-a-generation offering. Phone today to arrange a viewing.