luxury farmhouses for sale Otago, New Zealand

Located on the Cardrona Valley Road, Branch Creek Station is a genuine working farm situated in the middle of the resort areas of Queenstown and Wanaka. In family ownership for five generations the Anderson/Curtis family are seeking an equity partner to join them in ownership of the Pastoral Lease of the Station. Consisting of 6,281 ha of iconic high country, this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of this unique property alongside the next generation of passionate caretakers of the land. The Station adjoins the very popular Cardrona Ski Area and spans across three distinct valley systems. Whilst the focus is currently on farming, the property has untapped potential in both hunting and recreation activities. Subject to consent, the property's terrain and proximity to resort towns would certainly support such alternative land uses. The property is well serviced by adequate farming improvements and two main houses. 4WD tracks allow good access across the Station with four separate farm tracks allowing for accessibility into the high altitude country. With a sound farming story and exciting terrain attributes, Branch Creek Station offers a significant opportunity to invest in the premium high country sector in a growing and desirable location.

Escape and enjoy the ambience of this absolutely private sanctuary. This stunning lifestyle property has a charming grounded feel. Hidden from the public eye there is a sense of intrigue and wonder as you enter the property and weave your way through established trees to magnificent park-like grounds that open up to expansive rural views. Well established gardens bursting with seasonal colour surround the house which is incredibly sheltered and well-positioned to capture the sun. With two entrances, two separate living areas, five bedrooms, five bathrooms and two offices, the home lends itself to having friends and family gather for grand occasions, or simply everyday pool-side relaxation and cosy fireside stories. Rocks hand collected from the property have been used to create quaint stone bridges, a gorgeous miniature games cottage, and an impressive stone haha that all add character and a sense of stepping back in time. With 26 hectares of established forest, an avenue of hawthorns, numerous nooks and secret hideaways to discover, the property has an almost enchanted feel. It’s a magical place to ride horses, mountain bike through the trees, fish along the river, or create little retreat pods to escape the grind of daily life. With the Hawea River running alongside the length of the eastern boundary and room to land a helicopter on the lawn, this stunning property could easily be turned into a hunting and fishing lodge, as it is, one could do Airbnb. The potential of the land is limited only to your imagination… adventure and leadership experiences, creating a wellness centre or retreat style accommodation, horticulture, farming, or just the most amazing bolthole for generations of the family to experience outdoor life and a deep connection to the land. Beyond the house, this working farm boasts yards, a four bay barn and rolling contours with improved pastures as well as fenced and farmed paddocks with irrigation troughs. The property adjoins the Hawea River with walking and biking tracks to both Hawea and Wanaka. Fishing, surfing, kayaking can all be done from the farm gate. This is a rare opportunity to secure a legacy property in Central Otago, perfect as it is, but with an abundance of potential . *Boundary lines indicative only