Set within the heart of one of New Zealand’s most celebrated lifestyle destinations and just minutes from Arrowtown, three residences have been exclusively designed to soak up the very best the area has to offer.

Introducing The Ayr Residences: Crown Peak, Mt Soho, and Coronet, a trio of architecturally curated estates that capture the timeless elegance, craftsmanship, and natural beauty synonymous with Winton’s vision for hospitality and lifestyle precinct Ayrburn.

Image: Lot 7 Mt Soho   Artists Impression    Source: Bayleys 

Each home represents the pinnacle of southern living and are the only three freehold residences to ever be constructed on site, making this one of the most exclusive residential offerings in the South Island.

“We've really made a lot of effort to make these houses particularly special. Positioned on the driveway of Ayrburn they get to soak up the very best parts of it. They look over the big, magnificent ponds that were built on the grounds, the vineyard, and soak up fantastic views of both The Remarkables and Coronet Peak” says Winton CEO Chris Meehan.

“They're three of the most special sites in Queenstown.”

Image: Lot 7 Mt Soho Artists Impression    Source: Bayleys 

Buyers have two paths to ownership. They can purchase land and build within the curated construction and style guidelines, ensuring consistency and quality across the exclusive enclave.

Alternatively, purchasers can opt for a full-service build, bringing to life one of the three meticulously designed homes inspired by Meehan’s own Queenstown residence not far from Ayrburn on Speargrass Flat Road.

“That house is 10 years old now and during that time I've had a lot of people ask me whether they can buy it. It's a certain style, very fitting of the Ayrburn vibe, and very Central Otago in its vernacular.”

“I’ve designed the three houses as if I was building another house for myself on these sites. So the people who have always asked me if they could buy mine, they can now have the next best thing or even better because they’re buying one at Ayrburn and they get to receive all the extra benefits that come with it.”

Image: Billy's    Source: Bayleys 

That includes access to fine dining institutions such as Billy’s, The Woolshed and The Burr Bar, the wider grounds and all of the extra amenities being built on site.

“Soon there’ll be a big 25 metre indoor pool in a health club. There’ll be a five star hotel, a retirement village and a private hospital being built. Owners will also get direct access to the full concierge service that we run on the houses as well as the grounds team for landscaping.”

“A buyer will have their residence looked after to the same standard as Ayrburn.”

Designed by Sutherland Architecture Studio and developed by Winton, the Ayr Residences fuse old-world elegance with contemporary craftsmanship, where schist stone, warm oak, aged brass, and linen textures meet alpine landscapes and meticulous gardens.

Image: Ayr residences Artists Impression    Source: Bayleys 

“The houses we've designed to face due north. They have beautiful, big formal gardens in front of them to maximise the vista and the overall design is a pavilion style which also comes with staff accommodation, and guest accommodation.”

“The nature of owning a property in such a beautiful place is that you do get a lot of people wanting to come and stay with you which is part of the fun.”

With complete privacy, the breathtaking homes will sit sheltered behind raised earth and manicured hedging.

Image: Lot 7 Mt Soho  Artists Impression    Source: Bayleys 

“They’ll also have gates and will be utterly private. They won't be seen into from anywhere, and the sites are so big there’s enough space to be distant from the neighbours.

Nestled between Arrowtown and Lake Hayes, the Ayr Residences are framed by heritage and harmony and positioned in what Meehan says is one of the most prestigious and expensive parts of New Zealand.

“There’s a reason William Paterson settled here from Scotland and established Ayrburn Farm in the 1860’s. He wanted the most sun, the most shelter from the wind, the best soil to grow in and the best access to water.”

“So if you're wanting to build and live in a prestige house and you want the same things that Billy Patterson did, then this is the best location you can be in.”

Image: Lot 7 Mt Soho Artists Impression    Source: Bayleys 

Bayleys Queenstown salesperson Sarena Glass agrees, and says Ayr Residences isn’t just a development, it’s a legacy and a trophy holding. 

“There will only ever be three which is what makes this opportunity extraordinary. This is perfect for someone who truly understands Ayrburn and all it has to offer - especially with such an exciting future ahead for the precinct.”

“This is perfection by design. Ayrburn has already redefined what it means to live and play in Central Otago, and these three homes are the final jewels in its crown.”Image: Lot 7 Mt Soho Artists Impression    Source: Bayleys 

About Ayrburn:
Ayrburn is a world-class food and wine destination located just outside Queenstown, New Zealand. With a rich 160-year history, Ayrburn seamlessly blends heritage and innovation, offering guests an all-in good time, crafted flavours, captivating stories, and unparalleled experiences.

From handcrafted wines to diverse venues and exclusive membership opportunities, Ayrburn invites guests to uncover the essence of its natural beauty and proud history.

About Winton:
Winton is a residential land developer that specialises in developing integrated and fully masterplanned neighbourhoods.

Across its 14 masterplanned communities, Winton has a portfolio of 26 projects expected to yield a combined total of circa 6,500 residential lots, dwellings, apartment units, retirement village units and commercial lots. Winton listed on the NZX and ASX in 2021. 

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To enquire about a price guide phone or email Sarena Glass of Bayleys or Jimmy Glass of Bayleys via the contact form below.