The Pinnacle, Hawke’s Bay Elevated Section With Panoramic Ocean To Ranges Views

Commanding a sun-drenched, elevated position above Hawke’s Bay on the East coast of the North Island, Lot 32, Eskridge Drive is the final available section with panoramic views within the prestigious Eskridge Farm Park. This is an unrepeatable opportunity to secure a front-row vantage point with cinematic, wraparound views from the Pacific Ocean across Hawke Bay to Mt Erin and the inland ranges - a horizon that shifts with the light and rewards you daily.

The site is both spectacular and practical. A level, building platform provides a rare canvas for a world-class residence and garden, enabling architectural freedom without the compromises often associated with hillside sites. Design to capture the sun from first light to last; orient living spaces toward the ocean; and create a sequence of sheltered terraces, courtyards and lawns for effortless indoor–outdoor living. Whether your vision favours sculptural modern architecture with floor-to-ceiling glazing or a timeless retreat in stone and timber, Lot 32 supports exceptional design without constraint.

Life at Eskridge Farm Park is curated for those who value space, privacy and ease - the beauty of country living without the burden of managing a large rural holding. Owners enjoy 88 hectares (217 acres) of communal land re-vegetated with native plantings and threaded with walking tracks, encouraging morning hikes and golden-hour strolls. A residents’ pavilion and all-weather tennis courts provide a relaxed hub for entertaining family and friends, while secure private-road access ensures peace of mind. Managed verge and roadside maintenance keeps the environment immaculate with minimal owner effort, so your time here can be spent living, not maintaining.

Despite the serene, elevated setting, you are moments from everything that defines the Hawke’s Bay lifestyle. Napier’s Art-Deco city centre, boutique shopping and acclaimed restaurants are within easy reach. Hawke’s Bay Airport offers seamless domestic connections (and accommodates private aviation), placing Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch comfortably within an hour or so of flight time and connecting you onward to the Americas, Asia and Europe. The region’s famed wineries and cellar doors - including Craggy Range, Black Barn and Elephant Hill - invite long lunches and weekend tastings, while coastal cycleways, surf breaks and golden beaches sit below you. Boat ramps and coastal trails turn spontaneous adventures into an everyday habit.

Everyday practicalities are equally compelling. Quality schools, healthcare and retail are accessible; the region hosts well-established trades and services familiar with premium builds; and the site’s aspect naturally supports energy-efficient design. Hawke’s Bay’s Mediterranean-style climate delivers long, bright summers and mild winters, encouraging poolside afternoons, alfresco dining and year-round outdoor living. Elevation supports natural ventilation and passive solar gain; the open sky invites discreet solar integration and rainwater harvesting; and the generous platform encourages landscape design that balances sculptural planting with native biodiversity.

For international buyers, Hawke’s Bay offers a rare equilibrium of privacy, natural beauty and global access. Private aviation and helicopter transfers are readily arranged; yacht provisioning, catering and concierge services are available through trusted local providers; and a welcoming, cosmopolitan community is drawn here by food, wine, creative arts and a healthy outdoor culture. At Lot 32, the pace of life can be genuinely your own - quiet when you wish, connected when you choose.

Above all, The Pinnacle is defined by scarcity. This is the final opportunity to secure a premium, view-blessed section in one of Hawke’s Bay’s most sought-after lifestyle communities. When Lot 32 is gone, there is no second option with this particular combination of elevation, level building platform, sun aspect, privacy and horizon-to-range panorama. It is a place to design the home you have imagined - one that feels anchored to land that will always be special.

Key Highlights

Final available section at Eskridge Farm Park - elevated, private, sun-drenched

Cinematic ocean-to-ranges views: Pacific horizon, Hawke Bay, Mt Erin and inland ranges

Level, building platform - architecture without compromise

88 ha (217 acres) of shared grounds with native plantings and walking tracks

Residents’ pavilion and all-weather tennis courts

Secure private-road access; managed verge and roadside maintenance

Minutes to Napier, Hawke’s Bay Airport, wineries, beaches and coastal trails

Mediterranean-style climate ideal for pools, terraces and year-round outdoor living

Excellent regional trades and services; strong connectivity for remote work

A rare, irreplaceable foundation for a world-class residence

Information Pack
A comprehensive information pack - including the record of title, preliminary geotechnical reporting, and landscape concepts - is available on request. We can also introduce you to leading architects, builders and landscape designers who understand how to realise the unique promise of this site.

Contact
Mint invites you to experience The Pinnacle at Lot 32, Eskridge Drive, Eskdale - and to explore how your vision can take shape in Hawke’s Bay.