Historic Stationmaster’s Homestead Charm

Historic Stationmaster’s Homestead Charm

CURRENTLY UNDER CONTRACT plus PRICE REDUCTION ANNOUNCED
(Back-up offers are very much welcomed by the vendors)

Step into a genuine piece of Northland history with this beautifully restored Old Stationmaster’s Homestead – a spacious 4-bedroom, 146sqm character residence set on a generous 2,428sqm (over half-acre) section in the off-the-beaten-track valley setting of the peaceful Donnellys Crossing village.

Originally built circa 1915-1920, this elegant home served for decades as the residence of the Stationmasters along the Kaihu Valley railway line. While the trains have long since ceased, the home remains a proud reminder of the region’s golden era of quality timber construction and the transporting of milled Waipoua kauri. Today, it has been thoughtfully brought back to life, with much of the restoration work completed (though not all). Think Ponsonby character meets country serenity – with timeless charm, without the city price tag. (Some renovation work remains incomplete due to vendor circumstances, and buyers should anticipate there is finishing work/maintenance to address. Independent due diligence is, as always, recommended.)

Inside, you’ll find light-filled living spaces, high ceilings, and beautiful timber features that create warmth and authenticity. The feel is peaceful, welcoming, and quietly special – a home that carries its history with ease, yet remains entirely liveable today.

Outside, the generous grounds offer space for gardens, pets, or simply unwinding beneath mature trees, surrounded by native bush and rural outlooks, with the Waima River forming a natural boundary. (For clarity, the property is not identified on Northland Regional Council flood maps. The home is positioned elevated above the river level.)

Adding further versatility, there is a separate approx 55sqm (7.8m x 7.0m) enclosed Workshop with multiple potential uses, along with a 6.3m x 2.5m old shed for hobbies or additional storage.

Donnellys Crossing itself is a small, friendly Northland community near the gateway to the Waipoua Forest, home of Tane Mahuta. The area offers a tranquil rural lifestyle, surrounded by farmland and native bush, yet within reach of west coast beaches and key regional centres.

Approximate distances:
• 10 mins to Aranga Primary School
• 15 mins to local G.A.S. for essentials
• 30 mins to Kai Iwi Lakes
• 40 mins to Dargaville & Woolworths
• 40 mins to Baylys Beach (Ripiro Beach – NZ’s longest drivable beach)
• 1 hr to Opononi & Omapere (Hokianga Harbour)
• 1.5 hrs to Whangārei
• 2.5 hrs to Silverdale, Auckland

Owning the Old Stationmaster’s Homestead is more than purchasing a property – it’s stepping into a story. Where history sits in the timber, the quiet of the valley settles around you, and the charm of yesteryear meets the comfort of today.

Interactive floorplan:
https://visithome.ai/G3e2hjjexFdC6dS4Tim3ar?mu=m&t=1761797910

For the comprehensive Property eBook (including additional documents and information) or to arrange a private viewing, please contact:

Kathy Fray
Licensed Salesperson – First National Kaipara
027 436 5470
kathy@fnkaipara.co.nz