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Northbrook Wānaka

Living

Mountain views. Beautiful spaces. A life that's still unfolding.

Northbrook Wānaka, the first of Northbrook's luxury later-living communities, sets a new standard for people aged 70 and over who aren't slowing down, just shifting gears. Our beautifully considered homes offer a lifestyle where independence, connection and the extraordinary Wānaka landscape come together seamlessly.

Northbrook Wānaka's community combines architectural excellence and everyday luxury with one of New Zealand's most sought-after locations.

Unparalleled lifestyle

Crafted to be your home in later life.

Northbrook Wānaka’s architecturally designed two and three-bedroom residences offer a perfect blend of comfort, privacy and aspect. Every detail has been considered to provide elegant spaces, high-end features and fit outs, a range of premium specialist facilities, with an unmatched feeling of luxury, safety and security.

The freedom to explore

Northbrook Wānaka is designed for those who like to travel near and far. So whether you're spending winters in warmer climates or exploring New Zealand, your home at Northbrook remains secure and impeccably maintained while you’re away.

A community of peers

For residents aged 70 and over, Northbrook Wānaka brings together people who share a similar life experience, values and outlook. This creates an environment of understanding, respect and meaningful connection. Our residents have longstanding connections to Wānaka and Central Otago through holidaymaking, friends and family in the region, or an enduring appreciation for the area's way of life and natural magnificence.

An active lifestyle

Wānaka offers 750 kilometres of walking and biking trails, world-class skiing, championship golf and a range of clubs for special interests. Northbrook Wānaka positions you to embrace it all while enjoying the comfort and security of a premium residential community with wraparound alpine views.

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Situated within the vibrant suburb of Northlake in Wānaka, Northbrook Wānaka offers exceptional two and three-bedroom residences designed for elevated living. Each home is spacious and light-filled, with superb indoor-outdoor flow that captures the surrounding landscape.

Location Features

All amenities
Gym
Hair salon
Yoga/pilates studio
Residents' lounge
Swimming pool
Landscaped gardens
Spa
Activity sheds
Sauna
Woodcraft workshop
Private consultation room
Outdoor dining areas
Raised edible gardens
Coming soon
Café
Library
Restaurant
Media room
Bar
Studio lounge
Private dining room
Memory care suites
Residents’ lounge
Rest home and hospital-level care suites
“We’re creating a masterpiece for later living. Our commitment is to deliver the quality and standard of life you’ve always chosen.”

Julian Cook

Northbrook Director

The neighbourhood

Northbrook Wānaka occupies a privileged, elevated position on Ten Acre Drive, Northlake. It’s an easy stroll to Lake Wānaka, the headwaters of the Clutha River and the amenities of the vibrant Northlake community. While handy to Wānaka township, our community is peacefully removed - expansive mountain views provide a constant reminder of what makes the location special.

         Within 10 minutes’ walk

  1. Clutha River Seat
  2. Lakeside Trail
  3. Northlake Tennis Court
  4. Sticky Forest Mountain Bike Trails
  5. Monkey Farm Café
  6. Northlake Yoga

    Within 10 minutes’ drive
  7. Two New World supermarkets
  8. Helwick Street shopping
  9. 20+ restaurants
  10. Multiple pharmacies
  11. Wānaka Golf Club
  12. Wānaka Lakes Health Centre
  13. Intus Lakes Medical Specialists
  14. Wānaka Bridge Club
  15. Cinema Paradiso
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Within 10 minutes’ walk

01.     Clutha River Seat

02.     Lakeside trail

03.     Northlake Tennis Court

04.     Sticky Forest Mountain Bike Trails

05.     Monkey Farm Café

06.     Northlake Yoga

Within 10 minutes’ drive

07.      Two New World supermarkets

08.     Helwick Street shopping

09.     20+ restaurants

10.     Multiple pharmacies

11.     Wānaka Golf Club

12.     Wānaka Lakes Health Centre

13.     Intus Lakes Medical Specialists

14.     Wānaka Bridge Club

15.     Cinema Paradiso

What's coming next

Welcome Building & Care Suites in 2027

A bespoke social and care facility is in development and coming to Northbrook Wānaka. The purposefully designed Welcome Building along with premium Care Suites will open in late 2027.

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Common questions

A Licence to Occupy (LTO) gives you the right to live in your residence at Northbrook Wānaka under an Occupation Right Agreement. You pay an entry fee and a monthly village fee that covers services and amenities, but you don't own the property itself—which means no maintenance burdens or ownership responsibilities. When you leave, you receive your entry fee back, minus a Deferred Management Fee (DMF) and any other fees owing. The DMF covers refurbishment, marketing, and village operations, ensuring Northbrook Wānaka remains beautifully maintained for all residents.

70 years or older. If you're part of a couple, at least one person should be 70 or older.

As soon as you're ready. We have a range of completed Stage One residences available for immediate occupancy. Once occupied, a priority waitlist will be established ahead of pre-sales opening for future residential stages.

Many of our residents come from Wānaka. Others have relocated from Southland, Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and other regions to embrace the Wānaka lifestyle they’ve long envisioned.

Absolutely. Our community is designed to provide comprehensive security and maintenance, offering complete peace of mind during extended absences.

Your monthly fee covers all property maintenance, grounds care, access to community facilities including The Wellness Spa, and the security of knowing care services will be available as your needs evolve.

Our comprehensive Care, currently under development, will provide rest home, memory care and hospital-level care, allowing you to age in place with dignity and confidence.

Yes, Northbrook Wānaka residents are guaranteed priority access to care, subject to availability and a completed needs assessment.

Each residence features call technology so you can reach a carer or nurse for support whenever needed. When completed, Northbrook Wānaka will have onsite staff available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Yes, EV chargers are available.

Pets are most welcome at Northbrook Wānaka, subject to our approval.

Contact us

Sales enquiries

Annah Dowsett   |   021 311 287   |   0800 189 891

Additional Information
ADDRESS

Ten Acre Drive, Northlake, Wānaka 9305