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Riverside log cabin on site of legendary Kiwi music festival hits the market

The Douglas Fir log cabin in Waihi can sleep 12.

Alan Granville
Last updated: 16 December 2025 | 3 min read
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A unique 4.6-hectare Waihi property on the Waitawheta River offers a rare lifestyle and business opportunity. It features a renovated Douglas Fir log cabin that sleeps 12 and a separate four-bedroom house.

The property includes approved consent for a 100-person eco-campground and potential for further subdivision. Historically significant, the land hosted the legendary Nambassa festival in 1981. This versatile estate is listed with Barfoot & Thompson for those seeking a tranquil home with development potential.

'Wood' you look at the main living room.

The ceilings are a particular favourite.

The kitchen looks out onto the fields.

Built in the 1990s, the four-bedroom house is used these days as holiday accommodation.

The four-bedroom house is next to the log cabin.

The house has been home to long-term tenants.

There is consent for an eco-campground.

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