Te Koi The Lodge, an award-winning luxury South Island estate located on the Bronte Peninsula in Nelson Bays, is on the market for a new owner, OneRoof reported. The 1.2-hectare waterfront property is listed as a going concern with a price on application through listing agent Debbie Cooper of The Cooper Group.
Transforming a 1920s Homestead Into an International Award Winner
The property spans 1.2 hectares at the tip of the Bronte Peninsula, overlooking the Waimea Estuary towards the Richmond Range. It features a 1920s homestead, four luxury waterfront villas, a swimming pool, tennis court, and a helipad. The estate was originally a bed and breakfast and the family home of an established apple orchard before hospitality veterans Ali and Ian Metcalfe acquired it.
The couple originally planned to build a luxury lodge from scratch before purchasing the Bronte Country Estate. Ali Metcalfe noted that transforming the site required a substantial financial undertaking and extensive work to realize their vision. Ali, a professional chef, and Ian, a sommelier who previously managed hotels in London, opened the property in 2017 after running Anderson’s Restaurant in Hamilton and hosting European tours.
In 2019, the lodge earned international recognition at the Boutique Hotel Awards in London, winning World’s Best Newcomer Hotel, Australasian Best New Hotel, and Australasian Best Chic Elegance Hotel. Guests have included high-flying US bankers and members of the British aristocracy. Following international travel restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic, the owners adapted the business by welcoming domestic travelers and operating a cooking school in the kitchen.
Agent highlights potential uses and investment status for estate
Listing agent Debbie Cooper stated that the property could appeal to buyers seeking a private home, a multigenerational retreat, or a home-and-income arrangement. The official listing notes that the estate is Overseas Investment Office (OIO) certified and eligible for Active Investor Plus investors.
Ian Metcalfe passed away earlier this year, and the property is now being offered for sale as a going concern. Ali Metcalfe recounted how the team celebrated their 2019 international accolades, stating, “We celebrated with the guests who were staying with us at the time, together with some close friends who had supported us throughout the journey. We all gathered around one table for dinner, which felt like the most fitting way to celebrate such a special moment.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Te Koi The Lodge
Where is Te Koi The Lodge located?
The lodge is situated at 133 Bronte Road East on the Bronte Peninsula in Nelson Bays, Tasman, occupying a 1.2-hectare site overlooking the Waimea Estuary.
What awards has the property won?
At the 2019 Boutique Hotel Awards in London, the estate won World’s Best Newcomer Hotel, Australasian Best New Hotel, and Australasian Best Chic Elegance Hotel.
How is the property being marketed for sale?
The estate is listed as a going concern through Debbie Cooper of The Cooper Group with an asking price available upon application (POA).
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