There’s something special about Whitianga. Maybe it’s the calm of the canals in the early morning light, the way the tides shape each day, or the steady rhythm of boats drifting out toward the harbour. For many, this isn’t just a place to visit, it’s where they picture their future.
The Whitianga Waterways have become one of New Zealand’s most desirable coastal neighbourhoods, offering a rare blend of waterfront living, strong community spirit, and year-round holiday energy. And for those searching specifically for Whitianga house and land opportunities, it’s one of the few locations where you can design a home that truly wraps around the way you want to live.
Whether it’s a place for long summers with family, a retreat for weekend escapes, or a permanent move to the Coromandel, the Waterways offer a lifestyle that’s hard to replicate. Calm canals. Private pontoons. Sun-soaked decks. And space, both inside and out, to breathe.
With Urban Homes Thames Coromandel as your design and build partner, you’re not just selecting a house and land package. You’re creating a home that reflects your story, your pace, and your version of coastal luxury.
Here’s what makes building in the Whitianga Waterways such a unique opportunity.
Whitianga Waterways is an award-winning masterplanned community known for its premium canal-front lifestyle. It offers:
It’s the perfect blend of luxury, lifestyle, and location – a place where evening swims, boat rides, and long summer BBQs become part of everyday life.
Design and build your coastal dream
Your coastal home should reflect your lifestyle – whether that’s sunrise paddles, hosting family Christmases, or weekends spent out on the boat.
Our Whitianga in-house design and build team can create a home tailored to how you want to live, including:
Every home is fully customised to your site, sun, views, and the way your family wants to live.
Starting from $1.95m, your house and land package can include:
Please note: section choice is confirmed in partnership with the Whitianga Waterways sales team. We work with you to select the right site for your lifestyle and home design.
Because you’re not just choosing a builder, you’re choosing a local team who live, work, and are deeply connected to this community.
You get the assurance of a national brand with the warmth, care, and connection of a local Coromandel team.
If you’ve been dreaming of a coastal home designed for long summers, relaxed living, and life on the water, now is the perfect time to begin.
Talk to Dan and Tanya about designing your dream home in the Whitianga Waterways. They’ll help you choose the right section, shape your design, and bring your coastal vision to life.