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Introducing New Zealand’s First 5-Star Retirement Resort

The Pitau is a retirement offering unlike anything before. Inspired by the world’s finest, it sets a new standard in design, lifestyle and care – ensuring exceptional living today and peace of mind for tomorrow.

Nestled in the heart of Mount Maunganui, The Pitau offers sophisticated residences designed for comfort and style, with easy access to boutique shops, lively cafes, and coastal recreation.

Register your interest today to be one of the first to experience this extraordinary community.

Luxury Apartments

MOUNT MAUNGANUI

DELUXE

RECENTLY SOLD

APT 1.207 — FLOOR 2
1 BED + 1 MEDIA


$1,790,000


Premium

RECENTLY SOLD

APT 1.404 — FLOOR 4
2 BED + 1 MEDIA


$2,360,000


ExClusive

RECENTLY SOLD

APT 1.612 — PENTHOUSE
3 BED + 1 MEDIA


$4,970,000


Timeless Design

Our vision for The Pitau is to create a building that is both timeless in its design and innately at home in its beachside location.

The building’s elegant stone façade offers durability and classic appeal. Inside, residents will discover thoughtfully designed spaces featuring high-end finishes. These carefully curated elements not only enhance the aesthetic appeal – creating an atmosphere of understated elegance and lasting comfort.

GOURMET DINING

An elevated culinary experience,
 right at home

WORLD CLASS AMENITIES

At The Pitau, we provide amenities that cater to the diverse preferences of our residents. Indulge in elegant dining options, enjoy a film in our boutique cinema, or play a round of pool in the billiards lounge. Stay active and maintain your vitality with our state-of-the-art health spa, featuring an indoor heated pool, spa, sauna, gym, yoga room, and group exercise area.

CAFE, DELI & RESTAURANT


WINE & WHISKY BAR


POOL, SPA & SAUNA


BOUTIQUE CINEMA


THE LOCATION

A five minute stroll from door to ocean

Live in New Zealand’s Best Beach Town

The Pitau is the first residence of it's kind to be developed in the heart of what the NZ Herald’s readers voted the best city beach in 2025.

Just moments from your doorstep, you’ll find endless beaches and walkways, a wide variety of mouth watering eateries, bars and cafes, a weekly farmers’ market, and all the boutique shops you need.

FREEDOM, WITH ASSURANCE

Your independence, your lifestyle, supported only when needed.

Continuum of Care

your wellbeing is our promise

The Pitau has been designed to support your independent lifestyle of, purpose, enjoyment, and lasting wellbeing. Offering you peace of mind, now and in the years ahead.

The Pitau’s Care Residence will offer world-class facilities right on site. With personalised support plans, hospital-level care, and specialised Memory Care suites.

You can rest easy knowing our team will be there to provide you and your loved ones the exceptional care, and support you deserve.

One of our founding commitments is that whatever happens, you can be assured that we will take good care of you. That’s the Sanderson way.

You are in safe hands

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

“As the founder of Sanderson Group, I’m proud to bring our legacy of luxury retirement living to The Pitau, building on our track record of developing and operating some of New Zealand’s most iconic villages. Our lifestyle-led design approach ensures every detail is meticulously crafted for discerning buyers.

We remain a proud, family-owned leader in a market dominated by corporations, always guided by one simple belief: if it’s not good enough for our family, it’s not good enough for yours.”

Fraser Sanderson
Founder & Chairman

MAKE THIS CHAPTER YOUR MOST REWARDING YET

YOUR MOST REWARDING CHAPTER YET

Staged ReleaseTimeline

Early buyers enjoy first choice of the finest residences, premium views, and personalised interiors — all at the best price.


APARTMENTS STARTING AT $1,600,000


2 OR 3 BEDS
$1.6M TO $7.8M
ORA MODEL