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Many of us dream of escaping the rat race and getting away from the hustle and bustle for a more relaxed rural lifestyle, with wide open spaces, community vibes, and a little bit of peace and quiet. But for those looking to make this dream a reality, it can be pretty daunting to find somewhere that provides the lifestyle they crave, alongside the modern, comfortable home they’ve always wanted. That’s where we come in! At Sentinel, we’ve designed and built all types of rural homes in every corner of Aotearoa, and we know what makes the difference when it comes to creating your own slice of paradise in the country. Keep reading to find out a bit more about our process and how we deliver standout rural builds that Kiwi families love to call home.
Buying a section in a more rural area usually means you get more land for your buck, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t important to consider every piece of your section to ensure you’re creating the perfect home for you and your family. Getting a proper lay of the land can make the difference between just a regular home and a true rural retreat. Luckily, our team of local experts knows what to look out for in your section to ensure that you’re making the best use of what you have available by carefully considering the natural features and unique setting of your land. This includes figuring out how to make the most of the views you have and framing the nature around you, how to give your family the most privacy and tranquillity inside and out, how to best protect your home from the elements, how to skillfully connect to local amenities and neighboring features, and create seamless indoor-outdoor flow that works all year round.
Building a new home in a rural location brings up its own set of unique challenges that you just don’t get building in the city. This includes making sure you have the right suppliers and contractors available, handling unique utility and service supply requirements, navigating unique topography and vegetation, and having a full understanding of local council requirements, restrictions, and consents. Our local teams pride themselves on their rural expertise and their deep understanding of what it takes to build efficiently and effectively in atypical environments. They’ll be there to guide you through the entire process of building in your unique location, identify any specific requirements, and ensure you end up not only with a home you love, but one you know is going to stand the test of time.
Living in the country is different to living back in the city. So why should your new home be the same as what you had before? We pay close attention to what your new rural lifestyle might look like when it comes to planning and designing a new home, and suggest smart features that can make a big difference to your day-to-day life. That might be creating tiled mudroom entrances for dirty gumboots and jackets, installing self-sufficiency features such as rainwater tanks and solar panels for extra peace of mind, considering outdoor rooms and separate units for work, hobbies or guests, or making the most of the great outdoors with smarter access, outdoor kitchens, or a private garden. However you want your new rural lifestyle to play out, our team will have helpful suggestions on how to design your home in a way that works for what you have planned for your future.
When it comes to rural properties, there’s no such thing as standard. What is consistent, however, is that every home we build is made to last, backed by solid planning, intelligent design, and high-quality materials. From luxury country retreats with all the modern features to practical homes and lodgings for working farms, through to additional buildings and rental accommodation on existing properties, whatever the size and scale of your build, our teams bring the same care and attention to detail to ensure it stands strong against the elements and continues to serve your family for generations to come.
Having an empty piece of land in a new area can be intimidating. That’s why we pride ourselves on our support and attention to detail, from initial ideas all the way through to handing over the keys. Our teams manage the entire build journey, taking your ideas from early concepts through design, approvals, and construction, right through to your finished home that works for your rural lifestyle. As part of the process, we visit you at your property to get an in-person perspective on your land and area, discuss what you’re looking for, and give a ballpark cost estimate for free.
A big reason many people want to move out of the city is for a more stress-free lifestyle, so one of our main goals at Sentinel is to take the stress out of building rurally and create forever homes that allow families to settle into country life with ease.
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Thinking of making a move and enjoying everything rural living has to offer? Get in touch with your local Sentinel Homes team for a chat about building your forever home today.
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