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Hollywood is circling this Waiheke estate but a 'surprise' group is taking interest
The 4.95-hectare Oakura Bay property includes two private islands, 1.7km of coastline and a boutique organic vineyard.

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A historic Waiheke Island estate at 40 Rothschild Tce, Oakura Bay is attracting significant attention. The 4.95-hectare coastal property includes two private islands, a boutique organic vineyard, and 1.7km of coastline.
While there is confirmed interest from Hollywood, listing agent Caleb Paterson notes a surprising volume of engagement from local New Zealand families drawn to its legacy potential.
Once a Rothschild family Cold War refuge, this is a "once-in-a-generation" opportunity to become the custodian of a remarkable coastal property.
Originally developed in the late 1800s, the kauri villa was built by the Dewitt family.
The estate is a 4.95-hectare coastal property.
In 1981, John and Eve Bollard restored the villa and planted a two-hectare organic vineyard.
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