Kensington Park’s Kauri Grove proves indefinitely that luxury townhouses are far from a compromise when it comes to downsizing from a lifestyle block or large family home.
These high-end, architecturally-designed, freehold residences celebrate all the same freedom and lock-and-leave flexibility as apartments, but with that extra space for friends and family to stay, more privacy and a private garden to potter in.
Off the back of the extraordinary success and high demand of Kauri Grove’s initial release – with residents now firmly ensconced – Kensington Park is now marketing two more of these thoughtfully designed and beautifully finished three-bedroom townhouses on Landmark Terrace.
Tucked into the upper northwest corner of the park, Kauri Grove feels more independent and enjoys stunning views of neighbouring Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve. Each 165sqm home showcases a timeless style conceived by renowned interior designer Kate O’Connor and are drenched in sun and light.
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As residents of Kensington Park, owners also enjoy resort-style amenities – a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna, on-site café, and landscaped walking trails. So strong have feedback and demand been, that the model is set to continue with more townhouse offerings in 2026.
While Kensington Park is renowned for its premium apartments, Kauri Grove provides the perfect option for buyers who are used to more space and having land around them, but who still seek an easy lifestyle without endless home maintenance and being a slave to a large property.
Bruce and his wife moved into their brand new Kauri Grove townhouse three months ago and had been looking at the Park for some time.
“We were living at Algies Bay and had been for 15 years. We spent about two years looking at a whole range of options – we wanted to downsize a bit and be a bit closer to Auckland, but not too close to the city.
The high-end, architecturally-designed residences enjoy the freedom of a lock-and-leave apartment with some land for a private garden to potter in. Photo / Supplied
There are bathroom facilities upstairs and downstairs of the townhouses. Photo / Supplied
“Over those two years it became pretty clear that somewhere in Orewa and Kensington Park in particular, gave us a good compromise. It’s easy to get to the Matakana Coast but close to Auckland and walking distance from the beach.”
Kauri Grove ticked a lot of boxes for the couple.
“They’re spacious with nice decks and on a freehold title, which means no body corporate. We’re both also keen gardeners so to still have a little bit of garden space, but not too much, was very appealing. We were on a much bigger block that was a lot of work.”
Their new home suits them perfectly.
“We’ve been very impressed with the whole build. It’s high spec, light and airy, and gets great sun. Because there’s bathroom facilities upstairs and downstairs you can host guests without intrusion and we also wanted a room to have as study/general purpose room. We can imagine them appealing to not just us in our semi-retired status but to younger people as well.”
Each 165sqm home showcases a timeless style by renowned interior designer Kate O’Connor and are drenched in sun and light. Photo / Supplied
Strong feedback and demand have resulted in more townhouse offerings in 2026. Photo / Supplied
They’re looking forward to summer living in Orewa.
“There’s space away from the crowds but you’re easy walking distance from town. Orewa used to be just a drive-through place but it’s so much more than that now. It’s got great amenity with supermarkets, chemists and medial facilities – all those important things.”
Kensington Park salesperson Tonia Kingi says Kauri Grove has been an exciting project for the team.
“We haven’t built townhouses in Kensington for some time, so we have been thrilled by the positive feedback. We have sold two homes and have a third currently under offer. These townhouses are perfect for those buyers wanting a bit more space around them and perhaps a garden to enjoy whilst still being a part of the Kensington Park community.”
200 and 200 Landmark Terrace in Orewa, Rodney, are priced from $1.919 million.
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