luxury properties for sale Wanaka, New Zealand

66 Te Awa Road, Wānaka – Auction 12:00 p.m. Thursday 24 September 2026 (unless sold prior) Quaintly set on 4.65 ha (more or less) of rural land, Te Awa Road offers a rare opportunity to embrace country living – rich in character, charm and natural beauty – all set against an extraordinary Central Otago mountain landscape. Two enchanting stone cottages – one dwelling and the other a converted workshop – each brimming with old-world character. Showcasing Otago schist walls, intricate metalwork and handcrafted finishes. Each space warm with personality. The Cottage: The original stone cottage, is currently a much-loved Airbnb, full of warmth and character. Privately positioned with a north-facing mountain outlook, it features a generous main bedroom with ensuite, charming open-plan kitchen, living and dining, a cosy fireplace and beautiful timber windows – a wonderfully inviting retreat with timeless appeal. The Workshop: The thoughtfully converted workshop has been transformed into a character-filled family home. Generous in scale and rich in personality, it blends its original rustic charm with comfortable everyday living, creating a unique rural residence. It's the ultimate rural opportunity, is a retreat from busy lives, a rare kind of peace, from the gentle flow of the river race to the forever changing skies. This property offers a bright future, is a great land holding, multi-generational living or suitable for rural family living with income. Te Awa Road is ideally positioned around a 10 to 15-minute drive from Wanaka and just a 5-minute drive from Lake Hawea, while sitting within the Hawea Flat School zone. With walking, biking, fishing, boating and endless outdoor adventure all close by, it offers the best of relaxed rural living without feeling removed from town. * Boundary lines indicative only

You will not find another home quite like this. Purpose-built to resemble the Wild West, this American ranch-style residence is truly one of a kind. Crafted with imagination and detail, this strawbale home weaves recycled materials such as old power poles, bridge beams and sawmill blades into its design, creating an authentic and enduring character that speaks to its handcrafted origins. Every corner tells a story, and every feature reflects the many hands that came together to build it. The generous 450 sq m (more or less) layout offers flexibility and space for families, collectors, or those who simply love to entertain. Two separate garages provide abundant room for collectible cars, recreational gear, or large-scale storage. An extra-large, drive through courtyard provides extensive off-street parking making this property as practical as it is distinctive. Inside, you’ll discover multiple living zones, a media room with feature fireplace, and bedrooms designed for both comfort and individuality. A loft space accommodates seven with built-in beds – perfect for guests or family gatherings. Beyond the walls, a boardwalk with a river feature complement the generous outdoor living areas, and native plantings enrich the sense of place, while the north-facing aspect frames views of Mount Iron, Roys Peak, and the surrounding landscape. Alongside the main residence, a purpose-built 50 sq m entertaining pavilion (completed in 2020) elevates the home even further. Equipped with a state-of-the-art kitchen, pizza oven, and industrial-grade cooktop, it’s designed to host everything from intimate dinners to large celebrations, seamlessly blending functionality with flair. This property is more than a home – it’s an experience, a lifestyle, and a work of art.