Key Facts
- MLS® #: CCR10507
- Property ID: SIRC1622221
- Original Price: Price on request
- Property Type: Residential, Recreational
- Year Built: 1870
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 2
- Listed By:
- Angus Mann
Property Description
Positioned on the waterfront of Elie Bay, is this truly remarkable atmospheric villa that is steeped in history. Originally built in the late 1800’s as the Hopai station homestead, the villa has since been creatively refurbished to a high standard, showcasing its rich heritage.
The property boasts one of the largest flat waterfront sections in the Marlborough Sounds and is surrounded by a pristine pastoral landscape. It is enveloped by lush, landscaped gardens, an orchard, mature native trees, a stream and has spectacular views of the surrounding ranges and out across the water.
The villa features a classic layout, with three large bedrooms, one with an en-suite, a second bathroom, a formal dining room and lounge, a well-appointed farmhouse kitchen and a study, all located off the main hallway which runs through the home. The veranda at the front of the villa provides shade and shelter from the heat and space to relax as you watch the vibrant colours of Elie Bay. Mature trees help shield the property from winds. There are four smaller terraces in addition to the veranda, all accessible from elegant glazed French doors.
The Historic Boatel, which was built in the 1950’s and is featured in the book called ‘Before we say goodbye’ is ready for restoration. This provides a further four bedrooms with facilities and faces the stream and sea views. Elie Bay airstrip is often used for fixed wing aircraft. A weekly mailboat service conveniently delivers groceries and other essentials ordered online. There is large vehicle/boat storage shed.
The properties own 2/5 shares in the Elie Bay Wharf, enabling you to experience the Pelorus Sound, which has some of the best fishing and diving New Zealand has to offer.
Blue Seas Homestead is a rare find, its views harmonised by charming architecture and gardens. A site chosen over a century ago for its shelter, it provides excellent winter sun hours. Road, sea, and air access support, all the amenities necessary for comfortable living.
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Amenities
- 2 Fireplaces
- Bay View
- Boating
- Country Living
- Fishing
- Gardens
- Guest House(s)
- Ocean / Beach
- Open Porch
- River View
- Scenic
- Terrace
- Water View
- Waterfront
Listing Agents
- Angus Mann
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Location
1024 & 1028 Elie Bay Road Crail Bay, Marlborough Sounds, Marlborough District, 7282, New Zealand
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Marlborough, situated at the top of the South Island, is home to 20% of New Zealand’s coastline, woven through the beautiful inlets and waterways of the Marlborough Sounds, and boasts nearly 80% of New Zealand’s wine industry, growing across its sweeping valleys.
This property is a 3-hour drive or a 1 hour boat trip and a 45 minute drive Havelock to central Blenheim and Marlborough Regional Airport. Marlborough consistently records some of the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand offering a wonderful temperate climate for an array of activities.
The area and the greater Marlborough Sounds offers exceptional sailing and water activities in the summer months, while Rainbow Ski-field is only an hour away from central Blenheim, offering skiing and snowboarding during the winter months.
World famous Kaikoura offers year-round whale watching, while trout fishing in Wairau River and deer hunting in the nearby hills are all within close proximity to the property.
Marketed By
New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty
96 Market Street
Blenheim, Marlborough District, 7201
New Zealand
+64 3 577 1790