marlborough,
situated at the top of the south island, is home to 20% of new zealand’s
coastline, woven through the beautiful inlets and waterways of the marlborough
sounds, and boasts nearly 80% of new zealand’s wine industry, growing across
its sweeping valleys.
this property is
just a 10-minute drive from central blenheim and marlborough regional
airport. marlborough consistently
records some of the highest sunshine hours in new zealand offering a wonderful
temperate climate for an array of activities.
picton and the
marlborough sounds are just 30-min drive away offering exceptional sailing and
water activities in the summer months, while rainbow ski-field is just a 60-min
drive offering skiing and snowboarding during the winter months.
world famous
kaikoura offers year-round whale watching just 90-min away, while trout fishing
in wairau river and deer hunting in the nearby hills are all within close
proximity to the property.
Life above the Hangar
Positioned on the edge of the Omaka aerodrome
with views over the runway to distant mountains, a riverside park with tracks
and cycling on the back doorstep, and only 3km from central
Blenheim, this unique freehold property offers the opportunity to live and breathe aviation, all within walking distance of
cafés, bars, shops and services. Set on 7,217 sq m, with both road and runway access, the
large 750 sq m hangar has a 20 m opening and a 250 sq m apartment on a second storey.
The home boasts a well-appointed kitchen, as
part of 140 sq m of open plan living with stunning elevated views. On three
sides, a broad deck offers an ideal place to relax and observe action on the
airfield and stunning sunsets. Bedrooms are discretely located on opposite
sides of the living area, and each has its own bathroom and access to the deck.
A grassed area, pop-up irrigation, a robot lawnmower and an orchard ensure the
grounds are low maintenance, and attractive as well as productive.
The Marlborough Aero Club is very active and the
Omaka airfield, famous as the home of Classic Fighters Downunder, greets
numerous planes from all around New Zealand. Next door, the Aviation Heritage
Centre features Sir Peter Jackson’s personal collection of memorabilia, and an
extraordinary array of WWI and WWII aircraft set in impressively lifelike
displays crafted by Weta Workshop. The region boasts an extensive aeronautical
infrastructure with Airbus and several specialised restoration and heritage support
trades on hand.
This property is ideal for aviation enthusiasts
looking to live with their aircraft, for associated businesses or trades
wanting to work from home or providing storage and overnight accommodation
beside the runway in New Zealand’s sunniest region