851 Ridge Road, Riverhead

Vendors are relocating and this exceptional home awaits a new owner. Enter through the gated entrance, with a private lake immediately setting the scene, before following the sweeping, tree-lined driveway through beautifully established, park-like grounds to a substantial elegant country retreat. The impressive 520 sq m (more or less) family home offers five bedrooms and five bathrooms, including three ensuites, providing excellent accommodation for extended families.

Privately positioned on approximately 1.62 ha, this exceptional estate is a short drive to central Coatesville. It is surrounded by mature trees, established landscaping and expansive lawns, creating a rare sense of space, privacy and tranquility. Its enchanting tropical ambience and beautifully planted grounds provide a truly private and peaceful setting for sophisticated country living.

A grand entrance foyer with soaring vaulted ceilings introduces beautifully appointed interiors and generous living spaces, with effortless connections to the expansive grounds. At the heart of the home is an impressive chef’s kitchen featuring premium Bosch appliances and a substantial butler’s pantry. Multiple formal and casual living zones, a schist stone fireplace and expansive

glazing create an elegant yet welcoming environment for both relaxed family living and sophisticated entertaining. The luxurious master suite provides a private sanctuary featuring bespoke joinery, a beautifully appointed ensuite and a balcony overlooking the mature grounds Four further bedrooms and additional bathrooms, including three ensuites, provide exceptional flexibility for a growing or extended family allowing everyone their own private retreat. There is a versatile ground-level guest suite with generous space for children, extended family and guests. A substantial five-car garage provides excellent space for vehicles and lifestyle requirements.

Outside, the lifestyle continues with glorious poolside living, extensive mature plantings and beautifully landscaped, park-like grounds providing an idyllic backdrop for entertaining, relaxing and family life. All this and only 30 minutes (non-rush hour) to Auckland cbd. This peaceful country setting has convenient proximity to the sought-after Coatesville lifestyle. This is a rare opportunity to secure an elegant estate where multi-generational family accommodation, mature park-like grounds and genuine privacy come together in a highly sought-after location.

Early inspection is highly recommended.

Contact Shona Jurlina at New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information.