A Special Connection
This unique pocket of land, holds a special connection to the Hopper family, with the (at the time) young Hopper brothers, Tony and Ian, spending many days on Hobbs Farm and attending Whangaparaoa Primary School in the 1940’s with the Burrell (nee Hobbs) children. Evidence of a childhood romance can even be found carved into a particular wall in the farm homestead.
The Hopper family are grateful to the Burrell’s for entrusting us with this land. Our team are very excited about this venture and are honoured to have the opportunity to evolve Hobbs Bay Farm into a unique coastal lifestyle development on the Hibiscus Coast.
At the core of the development stands the Heritage Homestead, a testament to the bygone era, erected in 1861 by the visionary banker and ship’s captain, Ranulph Dacre. Planned to be restored and utilised as a bustling café, this historic gem will be the community's beating heart, offering both residents and visitors from the larger Gulf Harbour area a space to connect, relish, and reminisce. Complementing this heritage touchpoint are lush recreational reserves – from playful playgrounds and reserves, to patches of pristine native bush, and public access to the Beach at Hobbs Bay.
