NEW ZEALAND OVERVIEW

Native New Zealander and Oscar-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson says of his home country, "New Zealand is not a small country but a large village." The quote is fitting for a land whose rich green forests and cerulean sea views seemingly have no end, and whose culture is progressive, yet grounded in close ties with tradition. New Zealand luxury homes also fit that mold of being sophisticated, yet respectful of and enhanced by their surroundings.

Over a quarter of the village of New Zealand's population is centered in the Greater Auckland area. The large and diverse populace is represented by many ethnic groups and enjoys the temperate climate and cosmopolitan lifestyle that can be had in many major cities. Several things differentiate Auckland from other metropolitan locates, including surrounding nature preserves and scenic volcanic cones. Auckland luxury homes also offer the best in cosmopolitan living and remain connected to the environment. Luxury lodges in the trees and waterfront estates are positioned to take advantage of the urban activities while being enveloped by the striking natural scenery.

The physical beauty extends south to Canterbury, New Zealand's largest region. The expansive Canterbury Plains cover much of area and are surrounded by picturesque mountains. Many of Canterbury's luxury homes exude a timeless elegance, while others are state-of-the-art contemporary showpieces.

The capital city of Wellington has the distinction of being the southern-most capital city in the world and is also the country's political center. The city's location on the southern tip of New Zealand's North Island affords brilliant ocean vistas from luxury homes situated in elevated positions.

In the northern Bay of Plenty, in Auckland, Wellington and the Canterbury Plains, New Zealand luxury homes dot the impressive landscapes, melding natural beauty with upscale refinement.