Caniwi Lodge & Chalets, Lake Rotorangi in Taranaki is for sale.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

Caniwi Lodge & Chalets, a Lakeside Country Estate in Taranaki is for sale.

As a statement of class this property in a beautiful sheltered valley, not far from the township of Eltham in Taranaki, has it all. The majestic cedar Lodge is elegantly positioned in an impeccable setting of park like gardens with extensive lawns, enhanced by woodlands of exotic and native trees.

This lake front property represents a great opportunity for a couple looking to escape the city and has the added bonus of income from tourism.

Very classy cedar 4 double bedroomed homestead/lodge also four near new two bedroomed luxurious chalets bordering Lake Rotorangi.

Currently run as a Qualmark 4.5 star & Qualmark Enviro Bronze lifestyle business with self contained accommodation for 20 guests. Can be easily managed by one person with assistance from partner.

Launch a boat from your own boatramp and take advantage of the best wakeboarding and waterskiing NZ has on offer. Kayak in glassy waters and enjoy serene isolation in your own forgotten world - yet you're only 20 mins to town.

Beautiful easy care gardens, privacy, birdsong and sufficient grazing area for a couple of beefies, a horse, alpacas and the few arapawa sheep currently grazing.

Exotic and native plantings allow both you and guests to leisurely stroll to the lake to enjoy kayaking and swimming with fishing of perch and the odd trout being the icing.

Facilities at the Lodge and included in Chattels

• Four Star Plus and Enviro - Bronze Qualmark rating
•  Lodge private guest rooms with Dining room and Lounge
• Wonderful gardens and expansive lawns
• Four Chalets overlooking the lake and countryside.
• All chalets fully furnished
• Kayaking and boat cruises on the lake for guests
• Cabin boat - 18'6'' & Kayaks and kayak shed
• Spa Pool and BBQ areas
• Farm Walks, Croquet and Clay bird shooting
• Games room with Pool Table and DVD library
• Suitable for Corporate retreats and weddings
• Caretaker residence
• Lodge furniture and linen
• Laundry appliances
• Walker commercial rideon lawn mower
• Website and marketing
• Lodge and Chalet land area - 11.5 acres or 4.67 ha approx.

The Farm - an additional & suitable option

Additional adjoining quality famland in two further titles of 9.1 ha with 3brm near new home and 21 ha bare land (subject to survey) is also available to the purchaser.

The current owners graze dairy heifers for a local farmer and the year round income from this is of a reliable nature. The farmland is well manicured and suitable for other income means if desired. The farm walks are a wonderful pastime for guests of the Lodge. The pet pig " Mini " is the best of garbage digestors to be found.

Brokers Comments

One does not get to see this type of Lakeside country retreat that often in New Zealand and the Caniwi Lodge & Chalets certainly does have a class of its own. This property is ideal for corporate retreats and weddings and with a travel time from the city of New Plymouth of just over an hour, it is within easy reach for guest arrival.

My initial thoughts were that the property would be an ideal integrated resort with the inclusion of more chalets in different positions on the many farm lookouts with luxury cabins amidst the cedar and redwood trees that are themselves a wonderful feature leading to the lake side.

Perhaps the setting up of a network of golf cart driveways that would link up the lakeside jetty and the Lodge facilities and accommodation units would be a way to go. To stay the way it is with a new owners flare and creativity also appeals.  

I personally like the idea of taking on the Farmland adjacent to the Lodge in an all inclusive package as the additional farm income and land ownership would appeal to me as a Lodge owner & operator. 

FEATURES

Eltham & Taranaki

New Zealand's success as a dairying nation has many links to this rural town. Chinese businessman Chew Chong exported the country's first butter from Eltham to England in 1884. He also built the first dairy factory in 1887. Historically, Eltham has been the most highly industrialised town (per capita) in New Zealand and currently has a small population of 2100 with a range of shops and services.

Today, cheese is the town’s main claim to fame. Visitors to Eltham can enjoy the charming Victorian and Edwardian buildings; the walk around beautiful Lake Rotokare, which is fed by natural springs; and the chance to buy locally made gourmet cheeses.

Protected by a proud snow-topped mountain, steeped in historic significance and pounded by the restless Tasman Sea, this is a region that’s impossible to ignore...a sacred place like no other.
 
First inhabited by ancient Maori attracted to its warm ironsand beaches, rich soil, prolific wildlife and venerable sleeping mountain…then by eager European pioneers keen to secure a piece of fertile country for farming…Taranaki is a veritable melting pot of cultures and lifestyles.
 
Populated by descendants of ancient Maori through to early immigrants from Britain, Ireland, Poland, Switzerland, the Netherlands, China, India and many other countries, Taranaki is an ideal blend of New Zealand’s past, present and future.
 
You’ll still get a cheery wave from farmers and a hello from power walkers along New Plymouth’s coastal walkway, but you can also enjoy contemporary food and entertainment, plus a glimpse into New Zealand’s energy future via Taranaki’s fast-paced oil and gas industries.
 
Taranaki is not just a place where cows lactate in the midday sun and oilrigs spring up suddenly from lush green paddocks. It’s also a destination of rich arts and crafts, adrenaline-fuelled outdoor activities, spicy lattes overlooking the sea, quaint country hotels, large-scale music events, invigorating walks and mountain trails.
 
Stretching from Mokau in the north to Waitotara in the south and Whangamomona in the east, the Taranaki coastline takes in more than 200km of swimming, walking, surfing, diving, kayaking, fishing and exploring opportunities…offering everything from ancient Maori cave carvings at Tongaporutu, the Sugar Loaf Marine Reserve off New Plymouth and popular Opunake Beach with its annual carnival, to Patea’s clash of river and sea, the majestic White Cliffs at Pukearuhe, and desolate foam-edged swimming beaches than seem to stretch forever.

Lodge Website :            http://www.caniwilodge.co.nz/

Contact the Broker

Ross Larsen the Tourism Business Broker that is acting as the agent for the Business Owner of this property, is happy to discuss this property's details at any time - refer to the contact details on this page.