A basic 80 square metre cottage set on 7-800 square metres of land may be available for $240,000-$250,000, but better properties can be bought for $500,000.

A feature of the area, not generally avaialble elsewhere, are caravans at the Holiday Park available through Sea Realty Limited and viewable here on site. The Park has been subdivided and one can buy their own little bit of New Zealand and a caravan with its own awning (some permanent) for $80,00 - $100,000. It's a wonderful start to beachside ownership and should be investigated.

If it's seaside, tranquility, low maintenance and an affordable price you want - go to Te Puru.