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Luxury Real Estate New Zealand
Since 2010 Luxury Real Estate New Zealand have curated sales of a collection of distinctive residences and landholdings from our bespoke office in Queenstown’s beautiful village of Arrowtown.
These properties are in some of NZ’s most sought-after locations, and we introduce them to the global luxury real estate audience.
Our network spreads across the globe, so we link the leading estate agencies of the world with Queenstown, New Zealand’s finest luxury property.
Our philosophy
Luxury Real Estate New Zealand evolved from the simple philosophy of wanting to create an exceptional property experience where discretion underpins every transaction.
Our vision is to provide each and every client and customer with an extraordinary, tailored property journey that reflects their lifestyle, personality and Queenstown real estate needs. So contact our award-winning luxury property experts today.
Our locations
Luxury Real Estate introduces the global luxury market to a selection of properties across some of New Zealand’s most sought-after destinations, operating from our Arrowtown office:
Queenstown – the jewel in New Zealand’s crown, Queenstown’s iconic landscapes reach out from the area’s stunning properties.
Arrowtown – a quaint village atmosphere invites residents and tourists to explore the leafy riverside trails and abundant eateries.
Bay of Islands – Cultural and historic significance combine with unrivalled luxury ocean living.
Luxuryrealestate.com
The Luxuryrealestate.com network
LuxuryRealEstate.com, a Webby Award Honouree, has been voted ‘Best of the Web’ by Forbes magazine multiple times. Praised by the International Herald Tribune, Town & Country, and The Wall Street Journal, it has been ranked ‘Best Website’ by consumers.
Since its debut in 1995, LuxuryRealEstate.com has remained the #1 portal for luxury properties on the internet, so it consistently drives more traffic to member websites. It also generates more qualified enquiries than any other website. LuxuryRealEstate.com has several times more $1,000,000+ content of any near-peer.
Board of Regents
The Board of Regents is an exclusive network of the world’s most elite luxury real estate brokers. It comprises the most legendary names in the industry. This group was developed to fill a need within the real estate industry for leadership among the best of the best.
The Board of Regents (also referred to as “Regents”) is the evolution of the Board of Governors. This is the group that has served as the guiding body of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate for more than 20 years. Each member of the Board of Regents represents a defined territory.
Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate
Also known in the industry as the Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate network. This is a global collection of the finest luxury real estate brokers in the world and is a group of more than 1,000 brokerage firms and 95,000 professionals in more than 65 countries. It collectively sells in excess of $190 billion of luxury real estate annually.
Members sell homes for record prices and handle transactions of incredible complexity and magnitude with complete discretion. Every member is carefully selected by CEO/Publisher John Brian Losh, one of REALTOR Magazine’s 25 Most Influential People in Real Estate.
Property Specialists
Eliott Allemand - Luxury Property Specialist
[email protected] | +64 22 026 2392Raised in Queenstown, Eliott Allemand brings a deeply personal understanding of the region, its people and the lifestyle that draws buyers from around the world. Having grown up around property development through his family’s own projects, Eliott developed an early appreciation for the decisions that shape exceptional homes, from design and craftsmanship through to positioning and buyer appeal. That practical exposure has given him a grounded understanding of how quality reveals itself within a build.
Eliott approaches real estate with complete commitment and a clear vision to establish himself within the upper tier of the luxury market. His approach is thoughtful, composed and people-focused, underpinned by the understanding that trust is earned through consistency. He values careful execution and believes that in premium property, the way something is done matters just as much as the result itself.
Eliott’s perspective has also been shaped internationally. Spending three years studying in Boston exposed him to a wide range of cultures, personalities and ways of thinking, refining his ability to listen closely and adapt efficiently. Those experiences strengthened his understanding of presentation and professionalism - qualities that translate into the world of high-value real estate.
Outside property, music has long been a defining part of Eliott’s life. A renowned local saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, he has spent years performing at exclusive events throughout the region.
Drawn to Luxury Real Estate New Zealand for its high standards, positive results and market presence, Eliott is backed by a team where discretion and strategy are central to every campaign. He brings energy, local knowledge and a contemporary perspective.
Elizabeth Miller - Luxury Property Specialist
[email protected] | +64 29 0232 9835Elizabeth Miller is a licensed residential real estate agent based in Queenstown, specialising in the marketing and sale of luxury homes throughout Central Queenstown and Kelvin Heights. With more than a decade of international property and marketing experience, Elizabeth is recognised for her strategic approach, refined presentation standards and unwavering commitment to exceptional client service.
Prior to relocating to New Zealand, Elizabeth held senior creative and marketing roles in New York with globally recognised real estate firms and investment groups. Working within one of the world’s most competitive property markets shaped her expertise in high-value residential and investment sales, and instilled a sophisticated understanding of how to position property to appeal to both local and international buyers.
Nick Horton - Luxury Property Specialist
[email protected] | +64 21 530 000
For close to 30 years, Nick Horton has built an enviable reputation within New Zealand’s luxury property market through sharp instinct, enduring relationships and an innate ability to bring deals together.
With vast networks established through the decades, he’s deeply connected both across New Zealand and internationally, approaching transactions with a strategic and occasionally unexpected edge.
Having played an instrumental role in a significant number of international real estate sales, Nick’s developed an in-depth understanding of overseas investment pathways, a vital component of facilitating many contemporary high-value transactions. His extensive experience in the sector combines with an intrinsic negotiation skillset to allow clients to navigate this sometimes complex process with confidence.
Nick has long played a role in introducing buyers to both Queenstown and other regions of New Zealand. From hosting private tours throughout the country to assisting clients with their transition and integration, his approach extends well beyond the transaction.
References
Terry and the Team at Luxury Real Estate have been extremely professional, informative and incredibly helpful.
We would highly recommend them to friends and family. They have gone above and beyond to make our experience so smooth and easy. We would certainly have no hesitation in using them again.
When we came to sell our family property, we chose Luxury Real Estate because they had the best record of sales in our area, the clearest vision of our property, and the best grasp of the sort of buyer we were wanting to attract.
Importantly, they were deeply invested in achieving the best outcome for us. We were not disappointed and achieved a result that was better than our expectations with a purchaser who was all we could wish for. Thank you Nick and Terry for your dedication and professionalism at all times!
On this one year anniversary of both the sale of our former house and the purchase of our new home, we wanted to thank you Nick for the outstanding and "above and beyond" service that you provided for us in both of these transactions.
The knowledgeable and professional guidance that you provided in the pricing, advertising and marketing of the property that we had for sale as well as the highly qualified and pre-vetted potential buyers that you presented, gave us a strong sense of confidence during the selling period.
Even though we were approached by several other real estate firms both prior to, and during our listing period, it never occurred to us to change our strategy away from your firm due to the confidence, service and experience that you exhibited on our behalf during the entire process.
Once the sales transaction was imminent, your expert advice, industry knowledge and direction in locating another house that was truly suitable for our needs and desires was superb.
On this one year anniversary we can truly say that the integrity and forthright assistance that you provided for us made, what could have been a very stressful time, a period of smooth transition in our lives. Again, we thank you for the very professional guidance that you provided and sincerely appreciate your expert advice in all matters of the sale and purchase arrangements.
Everyone told us that selling a house is always stressful... but to be honest our recent experience was not stressful at all.
The team at Luxury Real Estate, and Terry Spice in particular, did a fantastic job of selling our house. They also put together a fantastic marketing package... however, they sold it before they could get the marketing up and going. How's that for pretty awesome!!!
As clients we valued Terry's attention to detail, and also valued his ability to communicate with us at every stage; there were never any surprises, and no inconvenience with regard to prospective purchasers coming to view.
We felt that Terry was always working for our benefit, but somehow managed to help us consider our decisions with would-be-purchasers in mind. We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Luxury Real Estate. if you want your house sold and you want it done in a professional manner then get in touch with Terry and Nick.
We had great difficulty selling my rural property. Previous to Luxury Real Estate, I had used four other large real estate agents in Queenstown.
The discernible difference between Terry Spice and the other agents is that Terry only brought qualified buyers to see the property, every time. In addition, he worked with all the negatives without losing enthusiasm throughout the process.
His feedback was thorough and regular and spot on (as it turns out!) We attribute our successful outcome, in large part, to the efficiency and professionalism of Terry Spice and Luxury Real estate.
I would like to thank you both for the time and work you have put in to the sale of our property in Arthurs Point with the upgrade of the two bathrooms and other small items being part of the sale.
It was pleasing to be involved with Agents not shy to allow an open connection between both parties involved, this made it very easy to work through any issues within the upgrade process.
The purchasers were very happy and have become friends since, that's pretty cool. Being builders ourselves in Queenstown for 30 years we are involved in real estate a lot, be it through clients or through our own business we have meet many colourful characters in this time, so I felt a need to let you know that the experience with you both has been outstanding. A rare experience within this industry, keep up the good work.
We engaged Terry Spice and Nick Horton of Luxury Real Estate to sell our Queenstown family home of 21 years. I cannot speak highly enough of the way they executed the whole process. The Real Estate business in this district is highly competitive particularly for lifestyle properties in trophy locations.
Both Nick and Terry managed the sale in a highly professional and sensitive manner. They both communicated with us patiently throughout the year offering us sound advice which eventuated in a result all parties were happy with.
We thoroughly recommend their services.
It's a pleasure to provide our highest praise of your professionalism in all aspects of real estate agency.
However, I feel two strengths need to be highlighted above others: your tenacity and skilled negotiation. A pity you're not in Washington right now, the USA could use you.
We have enjoyed a professional association with Terry Spice and Luxury Real Estate for nearly a year in our search for, and purchase of, our new family home in Dalefield, Queenstown.
We can say confidently and unequivocally that Mr Spice has an excellent understanding of the market forces which affect the dynamics of Queenstown property.
Furthermore, it is readily acknowledged by his peers from other agencies that Terry is a most effective and accomplished deal maker. He always closes the gap between expectation and result in respect to property transactions.
Our assessment of Mr Spice is that of an intelligent, confident, capable and well liked and respected person within the property profession, who discharges his duties in an exemplary manner and displays in his work genuine commitment, professionalism and commercial acumen. Terry's general demeanour is one of service, commitment, performance and he inspires confidence with his abilities and skills.
Just a courtesy note to thank you for the excellent service you have given us over time. Not sure how many properties you showed us, but thanks for hanging in. We are delighted with the way our project is coming along and appreciate your attention to detail and perseverance in getting the deal done.
When my wife and I returned to Queenstown early this year and started our search for a house whilst renting locally, we scanned all the available agents and properties. Luxury Real Estate was then just one in a mix, however that soon changed when it became obvious that they listened to our brief and showed us through properties that were very close to our requirements, and then convinced us to see a house they were sure would suit us but one we had previously discounted.
It was of course perfect. That is of course only one part of the process, Nick and Terry then worked tirelessly to satisfy both parties with a result, which we certainly were very happy with. The additional information I requested and the ease and speed with which it was relayed, made the whole process less stressful and quite speedy. We would highly recommend this team to anyone who needs a home and wants to be professionally looked after.
Sam Jones - Luxury Property Specialist
[email protected] | +64 27 666 5899
Having sold many of central Queenstown’s finest homes over the past decade, Sam Jones is one of the resort town’s leading agents for luxury homes and distinctive properties. Sam has a passion for real estate and a proven track record of delivering outstanding results and is a respected and trusted operator in the premium property sector. Since 2014 he has coordinated the majority of notable sales in central Queenstown, securing many exceptional outcomes for his clients. He started his real estate career in 2002 and has wide-ranging networks and an extensive knowledge of the Queenstown market. Over the years Sam has built a reputation for professionalism, attention to detail and a positive, affable nature. In 2020 Sam also completed the National Diploma in Real Estate (New Zealand's highest real estate qualification) and was granted associate status with the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand. This commitment to the industry and upholding the highest standards provides confidence to buyers and sellers. The combination of Sam’s expertise in this specialist market, detailed industry knowledge and the resources of one of the world’s leading luxury real estate networks creates a formidable presence in Queenstown’s high-end market.References
I would recommend Sam to anyone wanting to sell. Felt like another friendship formed.
We have worked with many real estate professionals representing luxury homes all over the world. Sam is the best we have come across. His service and ability is faultless.
Sam exceeded our expectations securing an excellent result in a challenging assignment. Both parties greatly benefited from his involvement. We would strongly recommend Sam to anyone thinking of selling.
Since 2015 we have worked with Sam both as a buyer and seller. Sam is conscientious and possesses invaluable knowledge. His honest and straightforward approach makes him a pleasure to work with.
Sam’s aptitude throughout the sales process was outstanding. The quality of his work, communication skills and ability to think laterally all contributed to an exceptional outcome.
Sam was a real pleasure to deal with. His market knowledge, energy and ability is first class. We would highly recommend Sam – best real estate agent in town.
Sue Charlesworth - Marketing and Office Manager
[email protected] | +64 21 648 422Working for Queenstown’s leading premium property agency, Luxury Real Estate, Sue has more than 19 years of industry experience, helping the team to achieve outcomes that makes their clients their biggest advocates.
Bespoke strategy and communication form the cornerstones of Sue’s approach to marketing. This individualised perspective puts the client’s priorities at the centre of every decision.
A core understanding of the property market and investment fundamentals has seen her taking a lead role in the marketing of both off-plan developments and existing properties throughout her career. She draws on her expertise in management, campaign development, copy writing, PR, content creation and communications to take a holistic view of the process.
Established industry relationships see Luxury Real Estate’s projects benefit from unrivalled exposure, delivering results-driven property marketing to give sellers the competitive edge.
Terry Spice - Luxury Property Specialist
[email protected] | +64 21 755 889
Terry Spice is a name that has become synonymous with Queenstown and Arrowtown’s luxury property market. As co-founder of Luxury Real Estate alongside Nick Horton, he is recognised for a reputation that’s defined by discretion, exceptional service and outstanding results.
Terry travelled the world within the exclusive superyacht industry before ultimately choosing to make Queenstown home. The international perspective, attention to detail and uncompromising standards formed during those years shape his approach to real estate today.
Specialising in the marketing and sale of exceptional homes, estates and lifestyle properties, Terry combines trusted local market knowledge with far-reaching networks, affiliations and private databases. His clients have become his biggest advocates, due in no small part to his approach of positioning properties before the right audience; his focus is on qualified buyers and bespoke marketing above simply broad exposure.
The company has brokered many of the region’s most significant sales, including the two highest recorded residential homes in Queenstown’s history. Respected for going above and beyond through every stage of the process, Terry’s credibility has been built not simply on transactions achieved, but on the calibre of service delivered along the way.
References
We have known Terry and the team for a few years now as we had been looking to secure a special place in Queenstown for the last 10 years. Originally the first property we tried to purchase through Terry was unsuccessful at the 23 hour, however we maintained contact with him.
The property we have now purchased is everything we had hoped for, Terry made the deal come together effortlessly. We have always found Terry super approachable and nothing has ever been too much trouble- he would certainly be our go-to for future purchases or sales.
When we came to sell our family property, we chose Luxury Real Estate because they had the best record of sales in our area, the clearest vision of our property, and the best grasp of the sort of buyer we were wanting to attract.
Importantly, they were deeply invested in achieving the best outcome for us. We were not disappointed and achieved a result that was better than our expectations with a purchaser who was all we could wish for. Thank you Nick and Terry for your dedication and professionalism at all times!
Terry and the Team at Luxury Real Estate have been extremely professional, informative and incredibly helpful.
We would highly recommend them to friends and family. They have gone above and beyond to make our experience so smooth and easy. We would certainly have no hesitation in using them again. Thank you Terry.
Everyone told us that selling a house is always stressful. But to be honest our recent experience was not stressful at all. The team at Luxury Real Estate, and Terry Spice in particular, did a fantastic job of selling our house.
They also put together a fantastic marketing package, however, they sold it before they could get the marketing up and going. How's that for pretty awesome!!! As clients we valued Terry's attention to detail, and also valued his ability to communicate with us at every stage; there were never any surprises, and no inconvenience with regard to prospective purchasers coming to view.
We felt that Terry was always working for our benefit, but somehow managed to help us consider our decisions with would-be-purchasers in mind. We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Luxury Real Estate. if you want your house sold and you want it done in a professional manner then get in touch with Terry and Nick.
I would like to thank you both for the time and work you have put in to the sale of our property in Arthurs Point. It was pleasing to be involved with Agents not shy to allow an open connection between both parties involved, this made it very easy to work through any issues within the upgrade process.
The purchasers were very happy and have become friends since, that's pretty cool. Being builders ourselves in Queenstown for 30 years we are involved in real estate a lot, be it through clients or through our own business we have meet many colourful characters in this time, so I felt a need to let you know that the experience with you both has been outstanding. A rare experience within this industry, keep up the good work.
We had great difficulty selling my rural property. Previous to Luxury Real Estate, I had used four other large real estate agents in Queenstown.
The discernible difference between Terry Spice and the other agents is that Terry only brought qualified buyers to see the property, every time. In addition he worked with all the negatives without losing enthusiasm throughout the process. His feedback was thorough and regular and spot on (as it turns out!) We attribute our successful outcome, in large part, to the efficiency and professionalism of Terry Spice and Luxury Real estate.
On this one year anniversary of both the sale of our former house and the purchase of our new home, we wanted to thank you for the outstanding and "above and beyond" service that you provided for us in both of these transactions.
The knowledgeable and professional guidance that you provided in the pricing, advertising and marketing of the property that we had for sale as well as the highly qualified and pre-vetted potential buyers that you presented, gave us a strong sense of confidence during the selling period.
Even though we were approached by several other real estate firms both prior to, and during our listing period, it never occurred to us to change our strategy away from your firm due to the confidence, service and experience that you exhibited on our behalf during the entire process.
Once the sales transaction was imminent, your expert advice, industry knowledge and direction in locating another house that was truly suitable for our needs and desires was superb. On this one year anniversary we can truly say that the integrity and forthright assistance that you provided for us made, what could have been a very stressful time, a period of smooth transition in our lives.
Again, we thank you for the very professional guidance that you provided and sincerely appreciate your expert advice in all matters of the sale and purchase arrangements.
We engaged Terry Spice and Nick Horton of Luxury Real Estate to sell our Queenstown family home of 21 years. I cannot speak highly enough of the way they executed the whole process.
The Real Estate business in this district is highly competitive particularly for lifestyle properties in trophy locations. Both Nick and Terry managed the sale in a highly professional and sensitive manner. They both communicated with us patiently throughout the year offering us sound advice which eventuated in a result all parties were happy with.
We thoroughly recommend their services.
It's a pleasure to provide our highest praise of your professionalism in all aspects of real estate agency.
However, I feel two strengths need to be highlighted above others: your tenacity and skilled negotiation. A pity you're not in Washington right now, the USA could use you.
We have enjoyed a professional association with Terry Spice and Luxury Real Estate for nearly a year in our search for, and purchase of, our new family home in Dalefield, Queenstown.
We can say confidently and unequivocally that Mr Spice has an excellent understanding of the market forces which affect the dynamics of Queenstown property. Furthermore, it is readily acknowledged by his peers from other agencies that Terry is a most effective and accomplished deal maker.
He always closes the gap between expectation and result in respect to property transactions. Our assessment of Mr Spice is that of an intelligent, confident, capable and well liked and respected person within the property profession, who discharges his duties in an exemplary manner and displays in his work genuine commitment, professionalism and commercial acumen.
Terry's general demeanour is one of service, commitment, performance and he inspires confidence with his abilities and skills.
Just a courtesy note to thank you for the excellent service you have given us over time. Not sure how many properties you showed us, but thanks for hanging in. We are delighted the way our project is coming along and appreciate your attention to detail and perseverance in getting the deal done..
When my wife and I returned to Queenstown early this year and started our search for a house whilst renting locally, we scanned all the available agents and properties. Luxury Real Estate was then just one in a mix, however that soon changed when it became obvious that they listened to our brief and showed us through properties that were very close to our requirements, and then convinced us to see a house they were sure would suit us but one we had previously discounted.
It was of course perfect. That is of course only one part of the process, Nick and Terry then worked tirelessly to satisfy both parties with a result, which we certainly were very happy with. The additional information I requested and the ease and speed with which it was relayed, made the whole process less stressful and quite speedy.
We would highly recommend this team to anyone who needs a home and wants to be professionally looked after.
In The Community
Overseas buyers of New Zealand luxury property
Luxury Real Estate New Zealand has been formed to offer the New Zealand property market a vehicle to reach a global luxury audience of overseas buyers.
Our network spreads across the globe, so it links the leading estate agencies of the world with New Zealand’s finest property.
Combined with our existing international database of New Zealand property owners, expatriates and New Zealand enthusiasts this provides us with regular enquiry from qualified purchasers who are considering investment and lifestyle in New Zealand.
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