Your front-row to
the extraordinary
Bathed in all day sunshine, sheltered and offering commanding views
Kawarau Heights is situated in a prime location with unmatched convenience to enjoy the best Queenstown has to offer.
Nestled on a private elevated terrace, each home boasts panoramic views of New Zealand’s majestic southern mountains, ensuring all day sun and offering every resident breathtaking sunrise and sunset views.
With world-class outdoor adventures, fine dining, and premier leisure and relaxation at your doorstep, and Queenstown International Airport just 10 minutes away — your next adventure is always within reach.
Experience the exceptional lifestyle that awaits at Kawarau Heights.
A picturesque location for your perfect home
High-end living, reimagined
Whether you are looking to upgrade in style or to find your dream holiday home, Kawarau Heights offers a range of high-end luxury living opportunities.
WORLD-CLASS ARCHITECTURE
Kawarau Heights stems from a bold vision: to produce one of the best residential communities in New Zealand. Each home is meticulously designed by our award-winning* team to offer you the most comfortable and uplifting living experience available.
* Recognitions include the Best Awards, NZIA and Interior Awards.
ELEVATING EVERYDAY LIVING
Every detail is carefully considered to enhance your living experience. From premium materials and highly durable fittings to innovative technology, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and striking architectural features. Your happiness, comfort, and well-being are always our top priority.
Our ambition is to elevate residential living to new heights
At the center of our approach lies an obsession with beautiful architectural design, celebrating the site’s jaw-dropping natural beauty; and crucially, fostering a vibrant, connected community.
The masterplan has been carefully considered to maximise views, ensure a consistent mix of high quality materials across a range of modern and contemporary building forms, ensuring natural light and privacy for each home.
At Kawarau Heights, your investment is not only valued but also protected. The standard of covenants and design guidelines in place guarantee the lasting quality and unique character of your home for years to come.
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COMPLETED HOMES
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Available to Purchase Now
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HOMES SOLD
*Further concepts available on request.
To Lake Hayes Cycle Trail & Arrowtown
PREFER TO BUILD FROM A PLAN?
Make your dream home
Dreaming of the perfect home?
At Kawarau Heights, we make the journey effortless, whether you’re ready to move in now, by Christmas 2025, or looking to build off-plan with time to personalise. Each home is architecturally designed to suit
its unique site, capturing sunlight, and the natural beauty of the surroundings. From selecting your site to refining interiors, our expert team guides you through a seamless, stress-free process. The result is a high-quality home, finished to exceptional standards
a reality Premium House & Land Packages
and ready to enjoy from day one. Building a home has never been this simple, or this rewarding. With a limited number of completed homes available in 2025, now is the time to secure your place in this exceptional location.
If the homes available to move into by Christmas 2025 aren’t quite the right fit, you can still secure your place at Kawarau Heights by selecting from our range of available sites and architectural plans.
Each home is part of a complete house and land package, meticulously designed to suit its site and surroundings. With bespoke interiors, custom kitchen cabinetry, professional landscaping, and full project management included, this is an effortless way to create a home that feels uniquely yours.
Packages range from $2 to $6 million, and our team will guide you through every step, from selecting your plan to refining interior finishes, ensuring the final result is something truly special.
HOW IT WORKS
Confirm your budget Select your site & plan Refine elements of your home 1. 2. 3. Personalise your interiors Sit back & enjoy the process. 4. 5.
This architecturally designed home clad in cedar, features a distinctive angle that hugs the site, providing expansive mountain views and all day sun to the large open plan living area.
Featuring three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, with an additional sunroom, this home is designed for entertaining. With ample space for family or as a ‘lock and leave’ holiday retreat, this is the perfect home for effortless living.
KITCHEN
BATHROOM
66 KAWARAU HEIGHTS BOULEVARD
This striking pavilion-style home combines bold architectural form with open living areas. A cathedral ceiling soars above the kitchen, dining, and living room creating a sense of grandeur and space. The open plan layout flows to the outdoors making it a perfect home for outdoor entertaining.
The home features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, each thoughtfully designed to provide comfort and privacy. The master suite features a luxurious en-suite bathroom and ample wardrobe space. With its striking exterior and thoughtful design, this home is perfectly suited for low maintenance modern living.
CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE JULY 2025
71 KAWARAU HEIGHTS BOULEVARD
This double pavilion residence, elegantly clad in cedar and metal tray, exemplifies contemporary design with its clean lines and sophisticated material palette. The heart of the home is the expansive open plan living area, designed for seamless indoor-outdoor flow, leading to a covered living space perfect for year-round entertaining. A separate media room offers a private retreat away from the main living areas.
The residence features four well-appointed bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, providing ample space for family and guests alike. With its thoughtful design and premium finishes, this home is perfectly suited for those who value both style and functionality in a serene, alpine setting.
20 KAWARAU HEIGHTS BOULEVARD
Offering larger floor plans and elevated finishes, our Premium Homesteads provide a refined sense of luxury. Thoughtfully designed to take full advantage of its position, 20 KHB captures stunning mountain views while balancing elegance and comfort.
This expansive four-bedroom, three-and-a-halfbathroom residence includes a generous primary suite on the ground floor and two additional bedrooms upstairs — each offering space and privacy to unwind. The open-plan living area is light-filled and expansive, complemented by a separate media room for added flexibility. Whether you’re entertaining or relaxing, there’s room for it all. A double-car garage rounds out this beautifully considered home.
BEDROOM
BATHROOM
BATHROOM
BEDROOM
Positioned in the most sought-after location, our Front Row Homesteads capture uninterrupted views and the most elevated living Kawarau Heights has to offer.
11 KAWARAU HEIGHTS BOULEVARD
Perched in the front row of Kawarau Heights, this architecturally designed home is a statement of contemporary luxury. Its bold flat roof design and expansive glazing maximise breathtaking mountain views, while the generous floor plan ensures an effortless blend of space and style.
With four bedrooms and four bathrooms, this home is designed for both comfort and privacy. The expansive open-plan living area is complemented by a private lounge adjoining the primary suite, creating a true retreat. A double-car garage provides ample storage, completing this exceptional residence in one of Kawarau Heights’ most sought-after positions.
Placing you at the heart of Queenstown’s premium attractions
This exclusive community provides convenient access to world-class vineyards, eateries, golf courses, cycle trails and ski fields.
ARTHURS POINT
SHOTOVER RIVER
LAKE WHAKATIPU
CORONET PEAK SKI FIELD
QUEENSTOWN
GOLF CLUB
QUEENSTOWN
CENTRE
QUEENSTOWN
JACKS POINT
SHOTOVER BRIDGE
MILLBROOK RESORT AYRBURN
THE HILLS GOLF CLUB
ARROWTOWN
ARROWTOWN GOLF CLUB
CARDRONA SKI FIELD
CROWN RANGE
FRANKTON-LADIES MILE HIGHWAY
KAWARAU PARK AMENITIES
AMISFIELD
LAKE HAYES
TWIN RIVE R S CYCLE T R AI L
KAWARAU RIVER
THE REMARKABLES SKI FIELD
KAWARAU GORGE SUSPENSION BRIDGE
GIBBSTON VALLEY WINERIES & RESTAURANTS
One of our key considerations when choosing this site, beyond its warmer climate and jaw-dropping views, was its central location, offering easy access to the region’s best activities.
WORLD-CLASS SKIING
Perfectly situated between the top four ski fields in the southern hemisphere, you also get to beat the Queenstown traffic jams to be the first on the slopes.
FINE CUISINE & WINES
Some say that good food is the key to true happiness. You will be within cycling distance of some of the best restaurants and wineries in the South Island. Over 140 of them in fact!
SPECTACULAR GOLFING
If you, your partner, or your entourage are into golfing, you may have found nirvana. Kawarau Heights is just a stone’s throw away from two of the top three courses in New Zealand.
CYCLING & WALKING TRAILS
You will be directly connected to the best cycling & walking trails around Queenstown, including two of New Zealand’s world-renowned Great Trails.
Convenience at your doorstep
QUEENSTOWN
KAWARAU PARK
Lifestyle & Convenience
• Eatery, cafe & bar
• Minimart
• Hairdresser
• Beauty Salon
• Pilates Studio
• Allied Health Professionals
• Accommodation
Medical
• GP Medical Centre
• Pharmacy
• Southern Cross Hospital
• Medical Specialists
• Dentist
• Radiology
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TWIN RIVERS CYCLE TRAIL
KAWARAU RIVER
SHOTOVER RIVER
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Walking distance
5 MINS
• Cafe & Bar, minimart, pilates & other lifestyle amenities.
• Southern Cross Hospital, radiology, dentist & medical precinct.
• Kawarau River, walking & biking trails.
Biking distance
20 MINS
• Five Mile Shopping Centre
50 MINS
• Arrowtown
55 MINS
• Gibbston Valley
55 MINS
• Queenstown Town Centre
Driving distance
5 MINS
• Five Mile Shopping Centre
10 MINS
• Queenstown Airport
• Arrowtown Golf Club
• The Hills Golf Club
• Ayrburn
15 MINS
• Queenstown Town Centre
• Arrowtown
30 MINS
• Coronet Peak Ski Field
35 MINS
• Remarkables Ski Field
50 MINS
• Cardrona Ski Field
Direct access to over 130kms of cycle trails
Kawarau Heights is situated in the middle of New Zealand’s ultimate scenic cycle trail network, and biking is one of the best ways to experience Queenstown.
Explore the stunning landscapes, vineyards, historic sites, suspension bridges and other hidden gems. Ride a small section or discover the whole trail network at your leisure.
The trails await you:
• Twin Rivers Trail
• Gibbston River Trail
• Lake Hayes Trail
• Countryside Trail
• Kelvin Peninsula Trail
• Arrow River Bridges Trail
• Lake Dunstan Trail
• Roxburgh Gorge Trail
Twin River Cycle Trail
Views, warmth and luxury living await.
Why Build with Us?
AWARD-WINNING DESIGN & QUALITY
Our renowned architectural and construction team brings expertise and innovation to every home. With award-winning architects and meticulous craftsmanship, we ensure a level of quality that sets a new benchmark for luxury living.
A SEAMLESS, STRESS-FREE PROCESS
From initial site selection to the final handover, our expert team manages every stage — architecture, interiors, project management, and construction — so you don’t have to. We take care of the details, making the journey effortless and enjoyable.
FASTER, MORE COST-EFFECTIVE BUILDS
Our efficient project management and established supplier relationships mean your home is built faster and to the highest standard — without unnecessary costs. Scale discounts and a streamlined process ensure better value without compromise.
A TEAM YOU CAN TRUST
We believe building your dream home should be as enjoyable as living in it. Our friendly, knowledgeable team is here to guide you at every step, ensuring clear communication and a smooth experience from start to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the developer planning to design and build all homes at Kawarau Heights?
Yes – The developers intention is to build homes on all lots of a similar high quality. The developer wishes to maintain the high standards of homes in the development.
Are there any body corporates, owner’s association fees or annual levies?
No – all infrastructure will be vested to Queenstown Local District Council (QLDC). Owners in Kawarau Heights will only pay local (QLDC) & regional (Otago Regional Council) Rates.
Are there any covenants on the title?
Yes, covenants will be registered on the title of all land within Kawarau Heights. Covenants serve to protect the value of your property and
enhance the privacy, peace and security of residents. They obligate owners to ensure high standards of quality design, construction, landscaping and maintenance of their dwelling.
We encourage you to familiarise yourself with the covenants and consent notices that apply to your property and have your solicitor review and explain them to you.
Will there be any design guidelines?
Yes there are design guidelines to ensure that Kawarau Heights is a high-quality residential community.
Design guidelines serve to protect the value of your Kawarau Heights property, creating neighbourhoods with cohesive architectural character and streetscapes that are in keeping with the rural and natural alpine environment while preserving of views.
Quality always comes first
Founded by Fraser and Donna
Sanderson,
Kawarau Heights is a new community that epitomises everything they love about life in Queenstown.
For more than three decades the Sandersons have worked tirelessly to develop the most luxurious developments in New Zealand. Their passion for the deep south has seen them focus on Queenstown in recent years, pouring their hearts and souls into Kawarau Heights, their latest project.
Other recent Queenstown developments have included the Queenstown Country Club Retirement Village, Kawarau Park including the Southern Cross Hospital, and Alpine Views, a boutique chalet style accommodation.
Their uncompromising focus on high-quality design and architecture standards is evident across all of their projects, and assures you that Kawarau Heights will be an incredible place to live.
