Located approximately 3km north of the Twizel Township, adjacent to and formerly part of the historic Ben Ohau Station, you will discover the Mackenzie regions highest quality subdivision, Merino Downs.
Surrounded by four glacial-fed lakes, Lake Ruataniwha, Lake Pukaki, Lake Benmore and Lake Ohau, the Twizel Township and Merino Downs are the hub to create your base and discover the Mackenzie region.
The cleverly engineered layout and design provides you with quality, beginning with post and rail fencing, the preeminent stone entrance and a large Merino Ram limestone sculpture. Offering big skies, large basins, an international dark sky reserve and large open plains, the Mackenzie is truly like no other.
Twizel is a township of approximately 1,500 permanent residents, providing a local school, general services, healthcare facilities and a range of hospitality providers. Formerly known as a 'hidden gem' the township has slowly been discovered and is now considered one of the fastest growing towns in New Zealand - and it isn't hard to see why.
Merino Downs is the gateway to outdoor activity with lakes, rivers, streams and mountains right on your doorstep, most within walking or short driving distance. The magic in the Mackenzie is the unspoiled and diverse range of these outdoor experiences on offer. Fishing, biking, hiking, mountaineering, snow and water skiing just to mention a few.
Lots range from 5,000sqm (more or less) up to just over 6,000sqm (more or less). Title has been obtained and quality, first class covenants are in place to ensure your interests are protected in the future. Property and landscape maintenance, planting and development is also ongoing.