WAIHEKE ISLAND
Omaru Bay Lodge
A private sanctuary that defines luxury coastal living in New Zealand.
Curated for those who expect the exceptional.
Omaru Bay Lodge – Coastal Luxury Defined
729 ORAPIU ROAD, WAIHEKE ISLAND
Set on five hectares of pristine coastal land, this Sumich Chaplin architectural masterpiece spans an impressive 855 sq m - a private sanctuary that defines luxury coastal living in New Zealand.
Crafted with precision and artistry, the home is a celebration of space and serenity. Multiple living zones flow organically throughout the home, offering both intimacy and a scale rarely offered. Every room is a masterclass in proportion, materiality and light.
Seven bedroom suites each offer uncompromised comfort and sea views. Whether for private enjoyment or extravagant occasions the connection to the walled courtyard and living terrace with uninterrupted sea vistas is both elegant and utterly timeless.
Wander down or take a Can-Am to the grassed foreshore - where your own private jetty and boat ramp ensure seamless exploration of the Hauraki Gulf, it’s exquisite islands and Coromandel Peninsula.
Arrive by car, boat or a 10 -15 minute scenic flight from Auckland directly to your helipad.
Omaru Bay Lodge is more than a residence, it’s a riparian coastal lifestyle estate. Sitting at the pinnacle of New Zealand real estate - a rare fusion of architectural brilliance, native forest, sweeping fairways and seclusion on the water’s edge – curated for those who expect the exceptional.
Property Features
• Master suite plus an additional six further bedrooms, three have a mezzanine level enabling family sized accommodation
• Infinity pool with automated weir
• Ivy walled garden with all season turf, area houses outdoor cooking and previously a trampoline. Flexible for both formal or casual use.
• Seven bathrooms plus guest powder room
• Retained waterfrontage and lawned area with sandpit, sail shade, boat park, fresh water and lighting.
• All day sun with North East orientation.
• Jetty and boat ramp
• Helipad
• Underfloor heating to all ensuite bathrooms, powder room , entrance and the dining/sunroom
• Gas igniting open wood burner to the living room
• Gas fireplace to the Library Room
• Water bore
• Pool heated vis heat pump system
• Spa pool and water heating are electric…all hot water & spa pool (pool heating with remote controls - via an app)
• Formed pathways through native forest to the headland
• Spectacular fairway sized lawn that runs from one end of the property to the headland
• Additional formed guest parking is a short walk away from the house for large gatherings
• Starlink internet provider
• Onsite security cameras - access via remote app
• Sauna - repurposed ski gondola from Arosa ski resort in Switzerland
• Extensive planting- Coastal walking tracks
• Honey from onsite Honey beehive…the beekeeper keeps these hives and supplies regular drops of honey…approximately 15-20kg per year!
• All firewood sourced onsite (for lounge room fire)
• Extensive Butlers Pantry 6m x 2m
• Generous and multiple utility and storage spaces
• Internal access garaging
• Workshop area with exterior access and bathroom
• Sonos wired sound system
• Patio with wired in sound, heating and lighting
Chattels
• Miele Wall Ovens x 2
• Miele Gas Hob
• Whirlpool Washing Machine
• Beko washing machine
• Fisher and Paykel Dryer
• Clotheslines x 2
• Light Fittings - Including two Jeremy Cole Flax pendant lights
• All Heated Towel Rails
• Drapes, Blinds & Shutters
• Fixed Floor Coverings
• Smoke Detectors
• Outdoor heaters
• Louvre Tec cover to the outdoor dining
• Home Security - alarmed, CCTV Equipment / Surveillance Cameras, monitoring equipment and remote access codes
• Gate Intercom system
• Indoor and Outdoor Speakers
• Wifi Starlink network equipment & accessories
• Sonos Audio System and all associated equipment and devices for this to function including wall mounted ipad controller
• LG smart TVs x 3
• Garage Door Remote Controls
• Inground Pool and Accessories
• Sauna
• All Hoses and reels
• Jetty Paddle Board Rack
• Jetty fish filleting station
• Jetty shade sail
• Bore system, water pumps & equipment
• Irrigation systems, equipment and accessories
• Various tools and equipment used for landscaping, property maintenance
Of Special Note
The Bay - Omaru Bay literally translates to sheltered Bay, mooring is secure and travel by private boat directly to Omaru Bay is approx. 30 minutes from Auckland ( rate of knotts dependent)
For large scale entertaining the ability for some guests to stay onboard their own vessels significantly extends the accommodation which is already generous. Previous largescale celebrations have showcased the property’s ability to handle a sizable gatherings with ease.
The best of Waiheke’s fishing spots are within just a few minutes and the filleting station on the jetty is testament to many a fresh catch.
Formally a Lodge – Prior to the Sumich Chaplin complete renovation and rebuild the property had commercial status as a lodge. Although in private ownership for the two owners since that time there is opportunity to explore commercial use again at this Lodge sized residence.
Groundskeeper – the current groundskeeper/ property manager has been with both these owners and the previous. His passion and knowledge of the property is highly valuable and he is willing to meet with perspective purchasers.
The Can Ams – while the property is highly walkable, the Can Ams have made the property comfortably accessible to all ages and fitness levels with total ease.
Foreign Purchasers – For expert legal advice on how the revised Investor pathway visas may apply to you we recommend contacting David Butler of Russell McVeagh david.butler@russellmcveagh.com
Town Planning – For queries regarding land usage, further development and planning we recommend contacting Wendy Baverstock of Isle Land Limited wendy@isleland.co.nz
Jeremy Cole Flax Pendants – These striking pendants were commissioned for the property. Jeremy’s exquisite porcelain sculptural lighting is international renowned and available only by commission and the galleries that represent him. Both pendants remain as chattels of the property.
Additional items available – Pricing upon request
Entrance Hall – Entrance
• Terracota planter and Stand with plant located to the right of exterior entrance
• Four Drawer Oak consol table
• Panca Bench
• Outdoor Floor Mat
Powder Room
• Circular mirror
Kitchen
• 4 x timber topped metal kitchen stools
• Coffee Machine - Breville
Family Open Plan Living
• Dining Table – Timothy Oulton English Beam 2.8m
• Dining Chairs x 6 - Sanctum Chair with ArmsRowdy Raw
• Dining Chairs x 2 Cabin Chair - Yeti Beige & Weathered Oak
• Coffee Table - Large Timber Top, Steel frame
• 2 x Nest Lounge Chairs Sol Linen Natural Fabric
• Two timber cabinets either side of doorway with doors and shelves
• Two cream three seater sofas with scatter cushions
• Large Wood basket
Dining/Sunroom
• 3 Piece Nest Modular Sofa - Sol Linen Natural Fabric
Round Coffee Table - Abode reclaimed medium Ceena Table Lamp - Pewter with White Shade
• Steel Table - Round
• 2 x Wicker Chairs with feather Cushion Floor MatCoir/Raffia
• Various cushions
Library
• 4 pc Nest Modular - Fabric Old Loom Storm (5th piece in downstairs media/rumpus room) Footstool
Nest Modular - Fabric Old Loom Storm
• 2 x Armchairs
• Artworks - Kina x 5
Seaward Deck/ Pool Area
• Dining Table - Rustic teak 2.4m Design 8 x Dining Chairs
• Gilbert Wicker Arm Chair Design Outdoor Sofa
- Granada Aluminium White with all cushions including stripped Scatter cushions
• 2 x Outdoor Chairs Granada Aluminium White Design 2 x Wicker chairs
• Outdoor Coffee Table
• Wood knot table
• Wood knot 3 leg stool
• 2 x Rattan sun loungers
• 4 x Metal sun loungers
• 2 x Coast Beanbags
• Wooden round outdoor side table
• Two Umbrellas with stands. Royal Botania. New canvass x 2 Feb25 ECC 4 x Cape Cod Chairs
Rear Patio garden area
• Terracotta planters with plants x 2
• Barbeque - Masport
• Table & Chairs - Wicker 6 Seater
Recreation/media room on Lower level
• 2 x 3 seater green linen sofas with 4 scatter cushions to each
• 3 piece green Ligne Roset suite - TOGO
• Domo Large travel trunk acting as coffee table
• Media Cabinet 2.8m Michael Draper Design
• Foozeball Table
• Table Tennis Table & equipment
• One sofa/chair Nest Modular - Fabric Old Loom Storm
Storage Room and Workshop
• 9 yurt/tents
• 11 x Single camping Beds
Additional items available – Pricing upon request
Jetty/Waterfront
• 4 x Cape Cod Chairs
• 2 x Kayaks
• 2 x Stand Up Paddle boards
Master Bedroom
• Super King bed with Headboard
• Bench - Leather quilted top & Steel base Bedside Tables x 2
• Lamps x2
Bedroom 1 – Upper Level
• King Size Bed & Bedding White Timber Trestle Table
• 2 x Bedside Table
• Bedside Lamp
Bedroom 2
• White Timber Trestle Table
• King Size Bed & Bedding Bedside Table
• Bedside Lamp
Bedroom 3
• King Size Bed & Bedding Round wall Mirror
• White Timber Table
Lower Level Bedroom Deck
• 2 x Cape Cod Chairs
Bedroom 4 – lower level
• One King bed and headboard & bedding 2 x bedside tables
• Freestanding wardrobe
• Rattan chair
Bedroom 5
• Two single beds plus headboards ( currently configured together as a King ) One rattan chair
• One timber console table
• Two bedside lamps
• Freestanding wardrobe
• 2 x bedside tables Wall Mirror
Bedroom 6
• Two single beds plus two headboards ( currently configured together as a King ) One white timber console table
• One timber outdoor chair and footstool on the deck plus cushions Two sidelamps
• Freestanding Full Length Mirror One rattan chair
• 2 x bedside tables
• Freestanding wardrobe Garage
• Shelving Units
• Portable Cage storage shelves
• Commercial Double Fridge - Zanuzi
Other Outdoor Areas
• 4 x Cape Cod Chairs - Upper Viewing Platform 2 x Cape Cod Chairs - Helipad
Other Equipment / Vehicles
• Shipping Container 20’ General Container FAMU2502593
• Sealegs 2018 Stabicraft 2100ST Extended. Evinrude 200HP Low Hours. Dinghy
• Dinghy - 2024 Stacer 359 Sea Sprite
• 15hp Yamaha 2 Stroke Engine - 2024 - 3hours Dinghy trailer - 2024 Tuff Dinghy Trailer Dinghy Wheels
• Engine Stand
• Car Trailer - 8x5 Tuff Tipping Trailer m& Cover Kit
• Can-Am 2023 Defender HD10XT` 10hours
• Can-Am 2023 Defender HD10XT` 60hours
Floor Plan
Certificate of Title
RECORD OF
TITLE UNDER LAND TRANSFER ACT 2017 FREEHOLD
Search Copy
Identifier NA20C/1003
Land Registration District North Auckland Date Issued 06 May 1971
Prior References NA18D/934
Estate Fee Simple
Area 5.0864 hectares more or less
Legal Description Lot 1 Deposited Plan 63999
Registered Owners
Brendon Thomas and Turrall Trustee Services Limited as to a 1/2 share
Katrina Mary Thomas and Turrall Trustee Services Limited as to a 1/2 share
Interests
Subject to an electricity transmission right (in gross) over part coloured sepia on DP 63999 in favour of Auckland Electric Power Board created by Transfer 651850
Appurtenant hereto are rights of way specified in Easement Certificate A550449 - 6.5.1971 at 2.00 pm
Subject to a right of way over part coloured blue on DP 63999 specified in Easement Certificate A550449 - 6.5.1971 at 2.00 pm
Appurtenant hereto is a right of way and a right to convey telecommunications and computer media created by Easement
Instrument 9378574.1 - 24.4.2013 at 10:34 am 9378574.2 Surrender of the right of way over part Lot 2 DP 194989 CT NA124A/611 marked C on DP 194989
appurtenant hereto specified in Easement Certificate A550449 - 24.4.2013 at 10:34 am
Identifier NA20C/1003
