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Miniature railway winding through private gardens at 133 Cornfoot Street, Whanganui, New Zealand
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This New Zealand Property Comes With Its Own Fully Functional Miniature Railway

If you've ever dreamed of owning your very own train, this listing in Castlecliff, Whanganui, New Zealand might just be your ticket. Listed for offers over $270,000, 133 Cornfoot Street is tucked behind private fencing on a 759 m² section — and it comes with something you won't find in any other listing: a fully functional miniature railway, complete with a locomotive, carriages, tunnels, a bridge, and a journey through the property's private gardens.

A Decade in the Making

The current owner has spent 10 years designing and perfecting this one-of-a-kind setup. The train runs on a 600-watt battery electric articulated engine with 8-wheel drive and 4 motors, winding through tunnels and over a bridge surrounded by mature plantings and an elevated boardwalk. It's not a novelty — it's a fully operational rail experience right in the backyard.

More Than Just the Train

The property also includes a permanently sited house bus that can serve as a bach or weekend accommodation. Electricity and water are connected, making it a functional space beyond the wow factor. The sale is "as is, where is," and viewings are by appointment only — so if you're serious, act fast. The deadline for offers is Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00pm.

The Internet Has Thoughts

Naturally, this listing caught the attention of Reddit's r/zillowgonewild community. See what people are saying about it here.

Ready to hop aboard? View the full listing here.

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