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Marty is no stranger to hard work and dedication, having spent 24yrs with the NZ Navy, including Secondments Peacekeeping with the UN. He then moved to Marlborough 20 years ago, purchasing Thymebank (a hydroponic lettuce and herb business), which he went on to grow to a nationally recognised and Trusted Brand, prior to selling the business. He believes that hard work and dedication were the key ingredients to his success. Marty is also an active sportsperson, having represented New Zealand in age group Triathlon and Ironman as a younger man, he has now proved that age is no barrier having again qualified for the Hawaii Ironman World Championships again this year, 30 years since first competing there. Marty is actively involved in establishing and growing Water Polo in the province, which has seen Marlborough teams achieve national honors. He is now transferring his experience and work ethic to growing and strengthening the Harcourts team. Marty believes relationships are the cornerstone to any business transaction. “It’s not necessarily about selling, it’s more about forming relationships, adding value and establishing trust. If someone wants to see me for advice, they don’t have to be selling anything, we can just catch up for a cuppa and a chat”.
Lochmara Bay is one of the most sought-after locations within the Marlborough Sounds, conveniently located around 15-minutes by boat from Picton and a world away from suburbia. This stunning property is situated on a peninsula in the centre of the bay which provides a combination of bush, sea air and water views out to the Queen Charlotte Sound, which will quickly have you mesmerised, and no doubt be the inspiration for end-less stories of adventures. While the sea views are the gem of this property, let's not forget great bush with birdlife that may well drown out the sound of the waves. Opportunities to purchase waterfront property such as this a few and far between, don't let this one slip away. The 3474m² property offers the astute buyer many options and with a boatshed, jetty and mooring in place the hard work of consenting has already been taken care of. Here is your chance to secure your piece of paradise, whether you further develop the property or to just sit back and enjoy the current traditional Kiwi bach, which boasts sleeping for four and all the necessities to enjoy the location to its fullest. Contact Martyn to secure your ideal Sounds hideaway.