| 77 T T Russell Fredric Looking to the long-term The focus has been on creating something that fits the setting and adds long-term value to the area. Lancewood Subdivision DEVELOPMENT p: 03 218 6179 e: Greg.Munro@mcp.co.nz w: www.mcp.co.nz Proudly supporting Lancewood Subdivision At McCulloch + Partners we are a local business run by local people. We pride ourselves on being friendly, accessible and experienced accounting specialists no matter the industry you’re in. Contact us to take advantage of our modern approach to accounting and business expertise. bonisch.nz Bonisch is proud to have been involved with the Lancewood Holdings Subdivision survey, civil design, engineering approvals and construction supervision services. 0800 802 546 Bonisch offers a comprehensive range of land development-related professional services. Our experienced team has the expertise to support you through every stage of your project, ensuring it runs smoothly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Let’s talk about your next project. admin@bonisch.nz Land Development | Planning | Surveying | Civil Engineering | Project Management 03 249 9375 | info@teanauearthworks.co.nz • Civil Contractors • Gravel & Topsoil Supplies • Site Works • Digger & Truck Hire • Driveways • Hydro Excavation Close to Lake Manapouri and picturesque mountain scenery, rivers and various amenities, Lancewood Residential Subdivision is drawing steady interest from buyers looking for space and a quieter pace of life. Over half of the 33 sections in stages 1 and 2 bordering the close-knit township of Manapouri have now been sold, with roading, piping and core infrastructure underway on-site. Lancewood Subdivision co-director Wendy McDonald says visible progress has helped build confidence as the project moves ahead. “We’ve had the construction crews in there for several months now. Once people can actually see things happening, it starts to feel real and they can envision their life here.” Groundworks ramped up earlier this year, moving from earthworks into full infrastructure installation for in-ground services. The subdivision sits on Hillside Road, barely minutes from the centre of Manapouri and the lakefront, and about a 15-minute drive to Te Anau. Interest has tracked steadily, with enquiries and sales continuing. Buyers are coming from a mix of backgrounds, including people leaving busier centres in search of a more grounded lifestyle. “We’re finding some people have come from places like Queenstown or Wanaka because they feel those places have lost that community feel. Here, people still want to know their neighbours.” That sense of community lies at the heart of the development, with the aim of bringing in residents to support local businesses, while retaining the township’s character. The project borders Te Aika Reserve and is close to the Te Anau–Manapouri Lake2Lake cycleway, popular with locals and visitors. Sections are positioned to capture rural and mountain views, with the surrounding ranges forming a strong backdrop. “You’ve got the Takitimu Range one way and the Cathedral and Hunter mountains the other, so there are some pretty special outlooks there,” says Wendy. The wider district offers schooling options, with Fiordland College in Te Anau as the local high school, alongside Mararoa School and Te Anau School for primary education. “For a rural area, we’re pretty fortunate. Te Anau has a bit of everything – shops, restaurants, great medical infrastructure and community facilities – everything families need.” Behind the subdivision is Cathedral Peak Station, which has been owned by the McDonald family for more than 40 years. The block was identified for potential residential use years ago. “We’ve had the land for about 25 years, and before that we’d been farming here for a long time. We didn’t want to rush into anything,” Wendy says-. However, interest from locals, and limited options for the township to expand elsewhere, eventually prompted a rethink. “There were always people asking if we’d ever sell sections, and we knew the town probably needed a few more people to provide a critical mass to support businesses and keep local facilities being well-utilised.” Rather than a high-density approach, the focus has been on creating something that fits the setting and adds long-term value to the area. “We wanted to do something that would actually be an asset to Manapouri – not just fill it up, but make it look good and fit with the environmental ethos of the community.” Landscaping plans include native plantings, street trees and post-and-rail fencing to give the development a cohesive rural feel. “We’re going to be here for the rest of our days, and so are our kids and grandkids, so it matters that it’s done properly.”
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