David Reid Homes North Shore has opened a brand-new show in Warkworth Ridge, an elevated 54.7-hectare development nestled in one of the country’s most stunning regions. Redefining lifestyle living just 30 minutes north of Auckland and designed for modern sustainable living, Warkworth Ridge, the latest planned community from Templeton Group, will ultimately offer a total of 660 residential sections ranging from 250 to 1,200 square metres.
At the heart of this neighbourhood environment is a design-and-build company, David Reid Homes North Shore, an iconic Kiwi brand that has been building beautifully crafted homes since 1993. The North Shore franchise has been owned and operated by Martin Wiltshire for 22 years. “We’re a highly experienced and knowledgeable team,” says Martin. “We’re excited to be involved with Warkworth Ridge and have been blown away already from the positive feedback our new show home at 31 Taiao Rise has received.”
The 160-square-metre home features three bedrooms, plus an office, two bathrooms and a double garage. “We designed our show home around the aesthetics of light and space, with a focus on sustainable, high-thermal efficiencies along with fresh contemporary interiors, completing a leading-edge offering in our show home,” says Martin. Average section sizes at Warkworth Ridge are 350 to 400 square metres, and so far, approximately 460 of the 660 sections have been sold, says Martin.
“It’s about experiencing the best things in life, whether you’re a first-home buyer, empty-nester or looking for a slice of your own quarter-acre paradise.”
David Reid Homes North Shore also offers turnkey house-and-land packages. Current options include 27 and 29 Taiao Rise – three-bedroom, two-bathroom homes with double garages. “With our turnkey packages, you can secure your new home with a deposit and pay the balance upon completion,” says Martin. “Or, if you prefer, purchase your own section, and we’ll custom-build your dream home.”
Warkworth Ridge is set to become a future-focused, connected neighbourhood close to amenities, including a supermarket and Auckland Transport’s Park and Ride bus service. Beautiful scenic walks and cycle paths through Kowhai Park and into the picturesque Warkworth Village are also planned. “Residents can enjoy convenience and connectivity with new roads, paths and expansive green spaces and parks, and ultimately, the development of a vibrant village centre,” Martin says.
The new Ara Tūhono Northern Motorway and Te Honohono ki Tai (Matakana Link Road) provide a direct link between Warkworth and Auckland. A well-considered, mixed-housing development on the outskirts of Warkworth, Warkworth Ridge provides easy access to nature along with the attractions and beaches of the Matakana coast. “It’s about experiencing the best things in life, whether you’re a first-home buyer, empty-nester or looking for a slice of your own quarter-acre paradise,” says Martin. “This amazing piece of New Zealand will certainly allow you to do that.”
Templeton Group has extensive experience creating diverse, thriving communities, including other premium developments such as Stonefield’s, Long Bay and Bremner Ridge.
• The show home is open Thursday to Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM.
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