Deadline Sale: closes 2pm, 9th July 2025 (will not be sold prior).
Tucked into a lush valley, minutes from Parapara Beach, Parapara Gold is a rare lifestyle property offering privacy, beauty, and off-grid potential in one of NZs most pristine regions. Surrounded by native forest and birdlife, this property is the perfect escape- whether for holidays, family living, or as a sustainable retreat.
Features
– Cottage: built with native timbers (Heart Rimu) and has a fire stove with wetback.
– Microclimate: 36m above sea level- warm, sheltered, and ideal for year-round living or holidays.
– Birdlife: Tui, bellbirds, fantails, wood pigeons, moreporks, paradise ducks, and even endangered blue ducks.
– Flat usable land, great for backyard cricket, or gathering around the firepit plus an impressive hillside that imparts a profound sense of peace and guardianship.
scenic walking tracks and a swimming hole just 2 minutes away.
– Shed (mancave) 90sqm approx: with a 6x6m mezzanine- ideal for a workshop or studio.
– Hut: Additional sleepout or income potential as holiday rental.
– Sustainability Potential: Spring water source, ample firewood, sun-drenched roof space ideal for solar installation.
Location
– Just under an hour to both Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Parks.
– Activities: Paddleboarding, sailing, kayaking, and fishing in the nearby tidal lagoon and sea.
– Parapara River has no farm run-off and is safe and pristine, perfect for swimming.
– Historic gold mining area with an original structure still on the property.
– Amenities: 5 mins to the iconic Mussel Inn, 8 mins to Collingwood for essentials and cafes, 20 mins to Takaka for full services and supplies, nearby Milnthorpe Park for bush walks and beach access.
Whether you’re looking to create your dream holiday base, invest in a multi-purpose family estate, or prepare for a more sustainable way of living, Parapara Gold is a truly rare find!
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