Darfield Estates

Nestled in Canterbury’s scenic Selwyn District, Darfield Estates offers 80 premium residential sections in Stages 2a and 2b. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views and easy access to the Southern Alps, ski fields and world-class rivers for fishing and adventure.

The Best of Canterbury

Located just 40 km west of Christchurch, Darfield combines small-town charm with modern conveniences and a vibrant community. From hot air ballooning to urban proximity, Darfield Estates provides a unique lifestyle blending recreation and convenience.

Darfield Estates: Lifestyle

Gateway to the West Coast and Southern Alps, Darfield is close to Canterbury’s numerous ski fields and the magnificent Waimakariri and Rakaia rivers offering world class fishing, jet boating and rafting adventures. A popular destination for cycling and tramping, with clear open skies and alpine views making it a regular location for hot air ballooning.

At Darfield Estates, you can enjoy unlimited recreation and the restorative benefits of nature while living just a short commute from Christchurch, New Zealand’s second largest city. Enjoy easy access to its international airport, stunning new CBD and city attractions.

Darfield Estates: Community

The vibrant four-season town of Darfield enjoys a thriving community, supported by excellent medical facilities, a library, supermarket, a wide variety of retail stores and many great eateries – including the ever-popular Darfield Bakery and its sumptuous range of pies! A veterinary clinic, numerous sports clubs, art gallery and one of New Zealand’s best alpine and ski retailers all add to Darfield’s magic.

Darfield High School provides excellent co-ed education for 800 students and includes a rural college on site. The high school is complimented by a primary school and a choice of pre-schools.

There are plenty of employment opportunities in this affluent and colourful rural hub, including Fonterra’s $500 million milk processing plant with the world's largest whole-milk powder dryer.

Darfield Estates: Development

Standing on solid ground (TC1 land equivalent), Darfield Estates is a very desirable location close to Christchurch but far enough away to enjoy rural values and a safe community.

Residential sections ranging from 522m² to 1,000m², with average section sizes in the vicinity of 600m².
Telecommunications (fibre), power & town water services to boundary of each section Town sewer connections, saving on both the costly septic tank installation and ongoing
Drive over curb and channel, making for construction friendly and flexible crossing installation and attractive streetscape
Base prices range from $265,000 for 550m² sections - all with town services installed to your lot, saving up to $25,000 compared to other local sections that do not have such services connected, because they are on septic tanks.

Generous Section Sizes
Fibre & Utilities Ready
Town Sewer Connection
Investment Covenants
Discounted Fencing
Proposed supermarket (2031 subject to consents)
Future EV Power
Flexible Crossings
Street Landscaping
Affordable Pricing

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Contact Developer’s Sales Agent

Jo McIntosh

027 384 4279 | 03 975 4559
jo.mcIntosh@bayleys.co.nz

Chris Jones

027 220 5043 | 03 375 4700
chris.jones@bayleys.co.nz

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS. LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Enquiry:

Who is the developer?

a) The developer is Darfield Estates GP Limited, a New Zealand property development company. The directors, Matthew Gilligan (Chartered Accountant) and Peter Montgomery, have extensive experience, collectively developing over 400 sections.
What are Stage 1 and 2 Developments?

a) Darfield Estates Stage 1 is across the road from this site, on the eastern side of Telegraph Road. This release of land represents Stage 2 of the land on Telegraph Road and will have the name ‘Darfield Estates West’ on the entry. Prospective purchasers can drive through Darfield Estates Stage 1 to inspect the wide roads, curb and channel and fencing that the developer produces.
What are the deposit arrangements?

a) 5% deposit: Due on signing and satisfaction of purchaser conditions.

b) Additional 5% deposit: Due upon issuance of resource consent (estimated end of September 2025).

c) Deposits are held in the developer’s solicitors’ trust account, with interest accruing to the purchaser. Deposits are refundable in full, including interest, if the subdivision does not proceed.
What happens if the subdivision does not proceed?

a) All obligations between buyer and developer expire.

b) Deposits are refunded in full to the buyer.
Are there restrictive covenants?

a) Yes, restrictive covenants are designed to protect your investment, including: Minimum construction size of 90m² (excluding garage).

b) Earthy, non-bright colors for construction.

c) No transported second-hand dwellings.

d) Residential use only (no noisy industrial neighbors).

e) Limited livestock (no pigs, no roosters, maximum of 8 hens).

f) Fencing and setback requirements per subdivision guidelines.
What is the building setback requirement?

a) 3.0m building line setback is required for front yards to ensure visual consistency.

b) This requirement will be enforced via covenants on property titles.

What are the fencing requirements?

a) Standard fencing: 1.8m fencing on side and rear boundaries, set back 3m from the front yard.

b) Front fencing: Post-and-2-rail fence or no fence (landscaping encouraged).

c) Developer installed fencing: Cost shared between neighbors at $120 + GST per lineal meter.

• DEVELOPER FENCING WITH CHARGE BACK:
One of the issues that arises with new subdivisions is the establishment of fences and the ensuing survey and cost negotiations that result, often at great cost and angst to the landowners. To avoid this, the developer has established the following requirements of purchasers to provide for fencing at minimum cost from the outset.

• Side and Rear Fencing:
The developer will install, at the purchaser’s cost, 1.8m fencing on the side and rear boundaries.

EXAMPLE FENCING RECOVERY FOR DARFIELD ESTATES PURCHASER

Description	Boundary	Length (m)	Fence Length (m)	Rate	Payable	Amount
Excluded / by purchaser	Front	25	N/A	N/A	N/A	—
Shared boundary with Darfield Estates resident	Rear	25	25	$120	50%	$1,500
Shared boundary with Darfield Estates resident	Side	36	33	$120	50%	$1,980
Shared boundary with Darfield Estates resident	Side	36	33	$120	50%	$1,980
Subtotal						$5,460
Lot size – 900m²
Plus GST						$819
Total payable by Purchaser						$6,279

• Key Benefit:
This process is designed to avoid neighbor disputes and arguments over cost responsibilities, ensuring smooth transactions and relationships between purchasers. It significantly reduces the cost of surveying (for fence lines) to the purchasers post-settlement.

• Front Fencing:
Construction of the post and 2-rail fence on the front boundary is left to the purchaser to complete after house construction. Covenants require a simple post and 2-rail fence across the front, as per the sample fence design.

Suggested front boundary look to meet Post & 2 Rail covenant. Hedging/landscaping can be installed inside the fence for privacy.

Anticipated Side/Rear Boundary Look. Side and rear boundary fences will be this look or similar, (likely without the capping on the post).