Manukau Heads Waterfront with Self-Contained Unit

Deadline sale: Closes on Wednesday 19 November 2025 at 4:00PM (unless sold prior)

A rare gem, this north-facing waterfront property has all the beachside essentials: direct easy access across the trail from your doorstep to the beach, comfortable main house, a-separate self- contained studio, sprawling lawn, plus extensive storage in a two bay shed for boat, tractor, kayaks and fishing gear. Special indeed.

All ages can enjoy a perfect blend of comfort, flexibility and natural beauty, whether you're a young family dreaming of a holiday retreat where kids can grow up with salt in their hair and sand between their toes, or a household of all ages wanting space to gather and unwind, or you’re a remote worker seeking serenity by the sea, or retirees ready to downsize without compromise.

This beachside home promises an enriching lifestyle. You’ll find welcoming interest groups from yoga and health to bowls and darts, gardening and floral to books and conservation, quilting and historical, even ukes and Friday night music socials. Here is where lifelong memories are made.

Discover the Awhitu Regional Park with the golf club adjoining it, Awhitu Wines, weekend markets, and Awhitu’s many nature trails and harbourside walks. Plus, the Pollok Arts and Crafts Co-Op and the iconic Manukau Heads Lighthouse just a short drive away.

Big Bay is positioned at the sun-drenched northern end of the Awhitu Peninsula. This exceptional beachfront property on 951 sqm enjoys a coveted north-facing aspect with uninterrupted views across the Manukau Harbour to the distant shimmer of Aucklands skyline. Big Bay offers a peaceful coastal lifestyle just an easy 1 hour and 30 minutes from the city - where white sand, sea air, and wide-open skies create a setting that feels both grounding and inspiring.

This is a property designed for easy enjoyment: ferry the salad bowls and summer vino fromkitchen to deck, or slip straight from the sand into the open-plan living area, salty and sun-kissed after a morning swim or an early morning fishing expedition. Two double bedrooms and a tastefully upgraded bathroom provide effortless accommodation within the main home, ideal for both permanent living and weekend retreats.

Steeped in 1950s character, this mid-century coastal home retains its nostalgic Kiwi bach charm while embracing the comforts of modern living (dishwasher, flat screen TV and good cell phone access from Spark for streaming). North-facing and bathed in natural light, the home’s open-plan kitchen, dining, and living spaces invite connection and conversation -flowing seamlessly to the sheltered front porch, generous sun-drenched deck, and manicured lawn that rolls out to the quiet beach beyond.

A true standout, the separate self-contained studio was more recently built and adjoins the double roller-door garage, The studio has soaring pitched ceilings, a spiral staircase to a cosy mezzanine bedroom, its own lounge, kitchenette, and bathroom. Whether it’s a sanctuary for visiting friends and family, a creative studio, or remote working base, the studio offers a flexible space that enhances the property’s appeal.

With direct access and views to the beach, plus the benefit of the self-contained studio and generous storage and grounds, 306 Big Bay Road isn’t just a place to live - it’s a place to breathe and thrive.

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