Aotearoa, New Zealand’s, crown jewel – Queenstown, has expanded swiftly in recent years and offers unique opportunities for exciting adventure tourism. It’s an international hotspot - bursting with visitors from all over the globe while locals enjoy a busy and sophisticated lifestyle that’s the envy of Kiwis elsewhere.
With the country’s borders now open again, the region’s growth continues apace with Queenstown property sale prices defying a downward trend that’s currently being witnessed throughout the rest of the country.
In fact, according to CoreLogic data, values in the Queenstown region have risen by around 20% over the past year - relative to the national average - and indications are that they may keep rising.
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Despite this impressive performance, sale prices are currently still below previous peak’s, which means savvy investors can buy wisely in Queenstown right now - securing an enviable way of life for themselves and their families in the process.
As for Falconer Groups Lake Tewa development, property sales to date since release in mid July have already hit the 50M mark, an impressive feat at the sudden downturn of the New Zealand market in recent months.
Willie Baddeley, local property sales specialist, says that the pull of the Queenstown area is enhanced by ease of access.
“Changing technology and ways of working are definitely big factors and nowadays, if you have a phone and a laptop you can operate from practically anywhere.
“We have loads of people here who commute between Auckland and Queenstown regularly and think nothing of it.”
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He explains that while the region has certainly expanded dramatically, there’s ultimately a limit to the land available and Jack’s Point on Queenstown’s outskirts is proving a very attractive alternative to the traditional busy tourist-filled central hub.
“The master plan for Jack’s Point Village has been realised, and amenities and services are coming on stream now, including shops, eateries and other facilities,” he says.
The village will ultimately be home to around 7000 residents - just 15 minutes from Queenstown CBD, 10 minutes from Queenstown International Airport, and close to the iconic local ski fields.
Now, a new and exclusive niche neighbourhood - within Jack’s Point, is taking shape in the form of Falconer Group’s Lake Tewa development. It’s amongst the most anticipated property offerings here to date and includes eight, elegant Lake House villas designed by Mason and Wales.
These stunning residences are situated on the water’s edge with private lake access and have full-height gabled windows to take advantage of sensational lake and golf course views. No expense or design consideration has been spared when creating a truly perfect set of homes.
Meanwhile, the Lake Tewa Alpine Residence enclave features beautiful three and four bed-room dwellings, designed by award-winning Archimedia.
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Situated with the lake to one side and The Remarkables mountain range to the other their generous living, dining and kitchen areas are bright and airy with flexibility to use a bedroom for work or media - according to need, while garden courtyards and balconies are perfect for relaxing and entertaining.
Interiors are carefully curated, warm and stylish in palettes inspired by the colours and textures of nature. They include materials such as engineered oak flooring, timber wall panelling, and engineered stone kitchen benchtops along with bespoke cast concrete biofuel fireplaces and heat pumps - for enviable, energy-efficient dwellings.
Willie Baddeley says that the Alpine Residences are zoned for 365-day visitor accommodation, providing a smart means of generating additional income via managed short-term letting which enables owners to capitalise on their investments.
The Lake Tewa development will also incorporate an ultra-boutique, 27-room, Hotel Tewa, with an onsen and wellness sanctuary, plus bars, a restaurant and function rooms – perfect for local residents wishing to meet or entertain colleagues from outside the region.
Baddeley believes the Lake Tewa development is proving especially well-received due to its premium position on the lakefront next to the championship Jack’s Point golf course, and away from the bright lights downtown.
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He says the buyers he meets are seeking an environment where adventure forms part of everyday life with challenges for walkers, runners, cyclists and skiers along with thrillseekers in a myriad of other activities.
World-class vineyards and friendly laid-back eateries with alfresco dining are set in the surrounding valleys, warmly welcoming the many appreciative lovers of great food and wine.
Jack’s Point Village with its top-end homes is already a sociable and supportive neighbourhood. Residents meet, mix, and mingle in leafy village greens – as well as at the world-class golf course.
Falconer Group has an excellent track record when it comes to presenting thoughtfully designed, high-quality and sustainable dwellings in Queenstown. At Lake Tewa they aim to fulfil still unmet demand at the discerning top end of the local market, with a product that truly excels.
For more details and to secure this fantastic opportunity, visit https://laketewa.nz/residences/ or call Willie Baddeley on 021 588 672 or Julia Franklin on 021 244 7630
