A Rare Rotoiti Legacy

There are places on Lake Rotoiti that are admired, and then there are those that are so tightly held they rarely become available. Set within the tightly held waters of Hauparu Bay, this exceptional freehold lakeside property presents an increasingly scarce opportunity to secure a substantial piece of one of the lake’s most coveted settings.

Launch the boat from your own jetty, stroll from the deck for a morning swim or share an evening drink with family and friends as the sun sets. Sheltered, private and renowned for its deep water, Hauparu Bay has long been regarded as one of the lake’s most desirable enclaves.

At the heart of the property is a wonderfully authentic four-bedroom family bach, relaxed in character and designed around the lake. The main living level is open and generous, with a modern log burner creating a natural gathering point alongside the kitchen and dining areas. Expansive glazing and French doors draw the view inside and open to the renewed deck, lawn and water beyond, creating an effortless connection between the house and the lake.

A double bedroom, bathroom and laundry are also located on this level, with internal access to the garage. Upstairs, three further bedrooms provide plenty of room for family and guests, while a sun-filled conservatory offers a peaceful place to read, retreat or simply sit and watch life on the lake.

Native hardwood floors, well-stocked bookshelves and the easy informality of a true Kiwi bach give the home an enduring warmth. Outside, the practicalities of lake life are exceptionally well catered for. The boat garage features through-access doors directly to the slipway, while a separate shed provides storage for kayaks, water skis and all the essentials of summer.

The property has an equally special history. Purchased almost 40 years ago by Sir David Beattie, New Zealand’s 14th Governor-General, it has remained in the family ever since, enjoyed by successive generations as their much-loved Rotoiti retreat.

Comfortable and inviting exactly as it stands, there is also exciting potential and scope to renovate or enhance, in time.

Days here are shaped by the water, an early morning ski, trout fishing, boating across the lake, children swimming from the jetty or long afternoons on the lawn as the sun moves across the bay.

After almost four decades in the same family, this remarkable Hauparu Bay property is ready for its next chapter. A rare holding, an extraordinary position, and the opportunity to create a Lake Rotoiti legacy of your own.

Auction 12:00pm Tuesday 17 Nov 2026 The Pullman Hotel, Rotorua (unless sold prior)