Set your course for Marsden Cove

Less than two hours drive North from Auckland, New Zealand’s biggest city and close to the entrance of the picturesque Whangarei Harbour, lies Marsden Cove, a comprehensively planned marine township that is setting the benchmark for marine / coastal development in the North of New Zealand.

At the heart of Marsden Cove is a 230 berth marina and waterfront boulevard which when completed will become a vibrant marine destination in its own right.

Marsden Cove not only offers boat owners convenient all tide and weather access to and from the ocean via the picturesque Whangarei Harbour, it is only minutes from the main highway north.

Close by is the beautiful 23 km long Bream Bay ocean beach. A short distance off shore (22km) is the beautiful Hen & Chicken Islands. Slightly further North (55km) is the highly acclaimed diving location; Poor Knights Marine reserve.

The vision for Marsden Cove

Nature has provided a distinctive mountainous backdrop for the marina and township we are creating.

We began development by building a world class marina as Marsden Cove’s focal point. It will soon be enhanced with style waterfront boulevard buildings offering a mix of retail space, apartments and tourist accommodation.

Opposite the boulevard area will be a mix of substantial free standing homes and low rise apartment buildings.

Next stage will involve construction of a meandering canal system comprising approximately 700 residential lots and a mix of housing types.

Marsden Cove – recreation choices

Marsden Cove is located almost halfway between Auckland and the famous Bay of Islands cruising grounds

From Marsden Cove you can choose to cruise or fish the expansive Whangarei Habour or explore nearby islands.

Within a day’s boating from Marsden Cove are many picturesque mooring spots.

For people residing or holidaying at Marsden Cove there will be much to do. The marina and canal system will offer limitless opportunities to swim, kayak or cruise the neighbourhood in the relative safety.

The Master plan

Marsden Cove’s comprehensive Master Plan includes the following ingredients:

• Canal front sites. For the devoted boat owner, there is nothing like the convenience of having your boat moored at home on your own private jetty.

• Non canal front sites. Benefit from waterways amenities including shared private boat ramps without the premium price tag of waterfront living.

• Marina berths ranging from 10.5m ~ 25m

• Dry stack berth facility offering covered storage for craft up to 10m (completion - Feb 2008)

• Retail / tourist destination – Within the marina we are creating an attractive boulevard with specialty retail, bars, cafes and accommodation.

• Comprehensive residential development – Limited and complementary to the waterways neighbourhood.

• Reserves - Mix of neighbourhood and local reserves to enhance public access to canal network and recreational opportunities with neighborhood beaches. Reserves to be within a 5 minute walk of any waterways home.

• Retirement village with its private owner’s jetties.

The developer

Marsden Cove is a joint venture between Northland Port Corporation and Hopper Developments Ltd. arguably New Zealand’s most experienced and reputable coastal development company.

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