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Flights of fancy: This hangar home comes with a runway

Could you live in a home with a runway in the front yard?

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 25 September 2025 | 3 min read
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A unique hangar home in Omaka, Blenheim, is on the market, featuring a modern two-bedroom apartment built over a massive hangar with space for five planes.

Located beside the Omaka Aerodrome, the property offers direct runway access. It was built by renowned British aviator Ronan Harvey and is ideal for aviation enthusiasts, those in associated trades, or investors. The home is being sold by deadline, presenting a rare opportunity to live with your aircraft.

Who lives here?

The apartment has a large open plan living area and two double bedrooms.

Aviator Ronan Harvey, owner of the Omaka Aerodrome Hangar Home.

Where on earth is this place?

What’s special about it?

Why did he build it there?

The home is zoned industrial, but would suit someone in the industry, or who is a flyer themselves.

The hangar currently houses Harvey’s airplane collection.

Is the Steadfast kept at the Hagar?

Has the apartment got any special features?

The flat has some interesting decor, some of which will be included in the chattles.

The verandah is the perfect place to enjoy the scenery.

Who would live in an apartment on an airstrip?

The runway is close, and the scenery is rural and peaceful.

The home has two double bedrooms.

How much will a place like this set me back?

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