A selection of generous rural lifestyle lots.
The Lots each enjoy specific features – from waterways with riparian regeneration and established feature planting, to views South across the Wairarapa valley and lake – or to the and North East, across the Ponatahi and Hinekura hills.
The first 11 Lots are situated on the lower plain closest to the village - and reach up to the lower slopes of Rapaki. Each Lot is private, with easy access, north facing with abundant views both toward the Tararua Ranges, and the wider valley.
Lots, building platforms, roads and boundaries shown are indicative and subject to final survey.
The information (including content, plans, drawings, descriptions and images), timings and availability noted on this site have been included for marketing purposes only and are subject to change at any time without notice. All descriptions, dimensions, layouts, details, depictions and other details are indicative only. Maps, drawings and plans may not be to scale and may vary until the Lots are finally consented and titled. Any imagery used is for illustrative purposes only and may not show aspects from each Lot fully. Rapaki will only be bound to the terms of specific Sales and Purchase agreements entered into.
Contact us for more information on Individual Lot boundaries, Rapaki Design Guides and to arrange a site visit with one of the Rapaki Bayleys agents.
Rapaki Phase #1 Lots.
Offering privacy and space, each of Rapaki’s large lifestyle Lots provide owners the chance to live in a unique rural setting.
Each of the Lots have been created to maximise light, shelter and majestic views. Each Lot is named for its position, defining characteristics and personality.
Rapaki’s Design guides have been created to encourage exceptional architecture within each of the carefully considered building platforms.
Lot #1 Taumata.
Home to the Pavillion & Village green.
Sold.
Lot #2 Te Rākau.
Seclusion, just 2 minutes from the Village.
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Adjacent to the main Rapaki Private entrance, Lot #2 enjoys expansive views both to the Tararua Ranges at the North West – and across the rural plains to the West and South – with longer views that glimpse the tops of the Haurangi ranges. The Lot will benefit from uninterrupted views of the iconic monolith planned for the main private gateway – and enjoys easy access. The pasture slopes gently toward the hill behind, providing a building platform at the uppermost edge of the site, backed again by established shelter planting.
Sold.
Now selling.
Lot #4 Whakaari.
Commanding views of the Remutaka ranges & the lake.
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With commanding views across to the Tararua Ranges and the adjacent farmland to the South West, Lot #4 features established boundary planting, easy access and is a discreet lifestyle farm setting.
As the land rises slightly to the South East, the building platform has been sited to maximise the aspect North West and to the South, with uninterrupted sun and expansive outlook throughout the day over Lake Wairarapa to the Remutaka Ranges.
Farming activity will be evident on this Lot, plus to the adjacent farms to the south, that offer views to the tops of the Haurangi Range.
Lot #7 Toki.
Where the views and colour are ever changing.
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With a Northerly aspect, the building platform balances sun, privacy and outlook. Positioned to allow views from the house site across the Tararua Ranges, towards the Ponatahi hills and also South – across majestic views of the wider river valley, over Lake Wairarapa to the Remutaka Ranges.
This site is at the base of the lower slopes of Rapaki hill and makes the most of the adjacent shelter belt to the South East to ensure privacy and shelter.
Lot #10 Waipuna.
Abundant new native planting & an expansive outlook.
Lot #5 Shooting Butts.
Modern rural living and history combine.
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With a North West and Southerly aspect Lot #5 maximises long valley views and all day sun, plus views over the lake on Lot #6 to the Ponatahi hills. This Lot has at its southern boundary the remains of the historic Shooting Butts*, for which the access road to Rapaki Estate is named. Behind the building platform a copse of established trees provide shade and privacy as the hill begins to rise to the South.
While a smaller Lot, views abound, from the green valley across to Martinborough village, to the North Eastern hills and round to where the sun rises down the road from Longbush and Hinekura.
Lot #8 Porohita.
The living heart of the farm.
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This Lot has stunning views over rolling meadows, across feature trees, grazing stock and views toward the Tararua’s, over Martinborough. Along the left South Westerly boundary new native planting and wetland restoration has begun, to the North East, views over rolling farmland and established planting are a feature – making this Lot a slice of the best of rural living.
The building platform faces North and will allow building to maximise all day sun, in every season. The new native planting will in time mean the sight and sounds of native birdlife will be abundant.
Lot #11 Te Awa Whetū.
The complete rural lifestyle, yet on a manageable scale.
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The building platform is fully North facing, which offers an outlook over the regenerating waterways, established feature trees and new native planting on the North and Eastern boundaries. This Lot will allow a large grazing area in front of the building platform, ensuring full immersion in the rural life.
The house site will be sheltered from the shared driveway thanks to some existing and any new planting. Majestic views are offered to the tararua’s, the Ponatahi hills to the East and south across farmland, over Lake Wairarapa and to the Remutaka Ranges beyond.
Each Lot is north facing with views toward the Tararua Ranges, with easy access and abundant views. The design of the Lots use walls, bund’s and haha’s for shelter - and the seclusion of each building platform.
Lot #3 Broadlands.
Fully immersed in the rural landscape.
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With wide open views to the Tararua Ranges and more intimate aspects over adjacent farmland to the South, Lot #3 is a rolling rural landscape with open and expansive views in every direction.
The building platform looks from its position at the upper edge of the Lot towards the village and mighty Tararua Ranges beyond.
Year round you’ll feel immersed in the rural landscape, see the Rapaki Farm activity and enjoy long views out across the wider Wairarapa valley – over Lake Wairarapa and to the Remutaka Ranges.
Lot #6 Waihora.
The rhythm of birdlife and abundant views at the lakes edge.
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With long views to the Tararua Ranges and more intimate aspects across adjacent farmland to the North East, Lot #6 enjoys a prime position, plus it is home to the lower lake.
Birdlife makes its home here, the lake edge itself is laden with established reeds and rushes. The building platform is on the raised rear of the Lot which ensures the outlook maximises the lake view. feature trees and views of the North East. To the Southern side, a large established copse of trees provide privacy and cooler air in the summer months.
Lot #9 The Orchard.
An oasis surrounded by new native & exotic planting.
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Feature tree lines on 3 sides and rolling meadow distinguish this site, bringing light and shade, the colours of the changing seasons and the farming activity to the fore.
Lot #9 enjoys prime position on the middle terrace, with waterways to the east and abundant mountain views. This Lot has prime grazing area and will offer a full immersion into the rural lifestyle.
Rapaki Lifestyle Estate sits among world class vineyards and on the edge of Martinborough Village.
Vision & character.
The Rapaki Farm Management model will allow owners to embrace a lifestyle where seclusion and peace are enhanced by the established planting and regular rhythm of a working farm.
Rapaki Lifestyle Estate offers the best of rural living without the burden of farm management. Each generously sized lot provides ample space for a home and personal lifestyle, while the surrounding land continues to be professionally farmed as part of a cohesive, working landscape.
Under the Rapaki Farm Management model, owners can enjoy the beauty, privacy, and seasonal rhythm of a productive farm without the time, cost, or complexity of managing it themselves. This approach preserves the character and value of the land, while creating a relaxed, low-maintenance rural lifestyle shaped by open space, established planting, and ongoing care.
Focus & design.
Alongside Rapaki’s vision and approach to land stewardship and sustainability, the Design Guides and considered planning are sure to add significant value to each property.
At Rapaki Lifestyle Estate, the design philosophy has been carefully shaped to help each owner create a home that feels deeply connected to its surroundings, while preserving the qualities that make the land so special.
Guided by principles developed by Chris Moller Architecture & Urbanism (CMA+U) and Wraight & Associates, the design approach encourages thoughtfully designed, architecturally considered homes that sit within the landscape rather than competing with it. The emphasis is on creating a strong sense of place, where each home feels grounded, timeless and uniquely suited to its setting.
Well established & still growing.
Phase #1 of Rapaki lifestyle Estate consists of 11 Lots – new to the market in 2026.
Each Lot has exceptional views of the surrounding ranges, proximity to Martinborough village, other local townships and a wide range of regional amenities.
Development at Rapaki will be gradual and sustainable, however, it is finite. When the last of the Rapaki Lots are bought, there may not be anything like this available again.
Rapaki is selling now.
