Welcome to 485 Tarras Cromwell Highway an extensive 444 sq m residence positioned on an exceptionally rare luxury lakefront site. Held within the same family for generations, this extraordinary property represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure one of Central Otago’s most desirable lakefront holdings, where timeless legacy meets contemporary design.


Thoughtfully designed, the home features a well-considered wing configuration that accommodates a variety of lifestyles. Across five generous bedrooms, the layout provides effortless flexibility, with the ground-floor wing easily adaptable as a fully self-contained unit ideal for extended family, guest accommodation or as a premium income opportunity.


At the heart of the home, expansive open plan living, dining, and a designer kitchen with a generous scullery combine to create an inviting and functional space for everyday living and entertaining. Additional rooms include a large media room or theatre, a home office and a gym or dedicated private master suite living space, offering superb versatility for modern living.


Extensive glazing captures exceptional views across Lake Dunstan and the Pisa Ranges, inviting natural light and warmth throughout the home. Thoughtfully placed skylights enhance the sense of openness and connection to the outdoors, while well-designed multiple decking areas provide seamless indoor-outdoor flow and year-round entertaining while sunsets provide the perfect backdrop. A beautifully positioned spa pool adds a touch of indulgence, the perfect place to unwind while soaking in the lake and mountain views.


Comfort and efficiency are at the forefront, with zoned ducted heating and cooling, a feature fire, under-tile heating in the bathrooms, laundry and high-performance insulation ensuring year-round comfort and energy efficiency.


Generous storage solutions are found throughout, including large wardrobes, under-stair storage, a spacious carpeted garage and a separate boat shed/garage, providing secure space for vehicles, recreation gear and all the essentials of a lakeside lifestyle.


Set on an impressive 4,213 sq m (more or less) freehold section with 141.3 metres of direct west-facing lake boundary, the property enjoys exceptional privacy, sun, and an intimate connection to the water’s edge. With lakefront sites of this calibre seldom available and tightly held for generations, The Lakehouse presents exceptional long-term value. The scale of the site also provides exciting potential for further enhancement.


Properties of this calibre are seldom available. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to secure a unique lifestyle estate that combines contemporary sophistication, lakefront serenity and a rare generational Central Otago landholding.


Deadline Sale: Closes 1:00 p.m. Monday 8 December 2025 (unless sold prior)