Your Private High Country Lifestyle Estate in New Zealand — Tui Estate

Secure New Zealand residency through exclusive $5M+ turn-key residences in Canterbury's Southern Alps foothills. Two lots available now, with more to follow.
View to Canterbury‘s Southern Alps from Tui Estate - one-hectare freehold lifestyle blocks

A landscape defined by purity & permanence

Tui Estate is one of New Zealand’s most exclusive Canterbury lifestyle properties, comprising sixteen one-hectare freehold lots within 67 hectares at the foothills of the Southern Alps.

Of this, 51 hectares remain as working farmland, grazed by sheep and cattle, that can never be subdivided or developed. What you see is a landscape defined by purity, privacy, and permanence.

Just an hour from Christchurch International Airport yet worlds apart in character, Tui Estate occupies an exceptional setting where glacial rivers trace ancient valleys and alpine peaks frame every horizon, creating a landscape both dramatic and serene.

Rakaia River Bridges in Canterbury, New Zealand - an exceptional location for Tui Estate’s luxury lifestyle properties
Tui Estate offers the natural beauty and space you’re looking for, paired with easy access to Christchurch’s culture, education and sophistication.

Exclusive one-hectare
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Hectares of protected farmland, forever

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$5M+

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Turn-key packages,
Golden Visa qualifying

New Zealand Golden Visa resident visas granted to date

Experience unparalleled freedom in the foothills of New Zealand’s Southern Alps

Within thirty minutes, you can enjoy world-class outdoor pursuits: salmon and trout fishing in the Rakaia River and its tributaries, championship golf at Terrace Downs, skiing at Mount Hutt, and endless hiking through pristine wilderness.

Championship 18-hole golf at Terrace Downs Resort, with world-class play on Tui Estate’s boundary.

The Rakaia Gorge and its estuaries are world-renowned for salmon and trout fishing in clear alpine waters.

Lake Coleridge’s pristine waters and dramatic mountain backdrop, 30 minutes away.

Mount Hutt and Porters offer some of New Zealand’s most reliable alpine skiing.

An easy drive to Christchurch’s galleries, museums, theatres, heritage architecture and world-class dining.

Hiking, mountain biking, horse trekking and scenic walking trails through expansive, untouched wilderness landscapes.

Jet boat along the Rakaia River, racing through its ever-shifting braided channels beneath the towering Southern Alps.

Thermal pools, spa experiences and quiet alpine retreats within easy reach.

Southbound Safaris offers guided hunts for trophy Red Stag, Tahr and Chamois in the surrounding high country.

A pathway to New Zealand residency

Tui Estate’s turn-key packages from $5M NZD qualify directly for New Zealand’s Golden Visa, officially the Active Investor Plus programme. With just 21 days per year in New Zealand during the three-year investment period, and truly permanent residency on completion, it is one of the world's most accessible and rewarding residence-by-investment pathways.

Americans represent over 35% of all applications. Two packages are available now.

Turn-key alpine residences

Built by David Reid Homes, award winning builders delivering exceptional quality and enduring value across New Zealand.

AVAILABLE NOW

Lot 9—Rural & Mountain Views

$5,075,000 NZD | Approx. USD $3M
600m² | 5 bed | 4.5 bath | 1.0 ha freehold

A sophisticated rural retreat defined by expansive living, sheltered courtyards, a dramatic Great Room, and dedicated wellness precinct. Views across the Canterbury high country to the Southern Alps.

AVAILABLE NOW

Lot 12—Lake & Mountain Views

$5,150,000 NZD | Approx. USD $3M
584m² | 5 bed | 4.5 bath | 1.0 ha freehold

A refined lakeside residence centred around calm courtyards and a reflection pond, with lake and mountain views. Generous living spaces and multiple bedroom suites throughout.

Begin your journey to New Zealand

Whether you’re actively pursuing New Zealand residency or exploring what's possible, we’re here to answer your questions and guide you through the process.

More lots coming

Tui Estate will ultimately comprise sixteen one-hectare estates. Two turn-key packages are available now. Further releases will follow progressively as designs are completed and consents secured.

If you would like to be notified when new packages become available, register your interest below. There is no obligation and your details will be kept strictly private.

Your details will be used to notify you of new Tui Estate lot releases and relevant updates only. We will not share your information with third parties.