Surrounded in history, this subdivision offers an opportunity to own a piece of land with a rich heritage. Acquired from Les Iggulden in 1976, this 100-acre block was part of a farming landscape, with dairy farming prevalent in the valley & sheep & beef on the hills. Unearth the remnants of the area's gold exploration in the 1870s, with old maps labelling the hills as "Diggins". Nearly 50 years ago, these blocks emerged as lifestyle opportunities, attracting many with their mix of bush, farmland & stunning views. Three lots have views of the valleys and hills while 2 look over the harbours & out to sea. Lot 2 (5ha) has a large building platform (approx 1600m2) with views including the hills up the valley northwards towards Paekakariki. Lot 3 (5ha) has a large building platform (approx 1520m2) with views up the valley northwards & across the valley eastwards to Transmission Gully & the hills behind. Lot 4 (5ha) has a choice of smaller areas on which to build; nestled into the hill & very sheltered with valley views northwards & a glimpse of the coast. Lot 5 (5ha) has a large building platform (approx 700m2) with stunning views across the Pauatahanui Inlet to the Wellington hills. Lot 6 (5ha) the house on this block will be nestled into the hill. Surrounded by bush, but open to stunning views looking across the Porirua harbour & out to Cook Strait behind Mana Island. It contains a mine shaft, a remnant of the 1870s gold exploration; it is on the local council’s historic places register. Own a slice of history, start your dream lifestyle 40 mins from Wellington CBD – embrace the wilderness! Viewing by appointment only