The Location | The Hill Pukekohe

Welcome to Pukekohe, the heart of fabulous Franklin!

Friends enjoying a waterfall walk together

Sanderson Group villages are widely regarded as the benchmark in New Zealand. And while the quality of our homes and facilities is incredibly important, we believe it all starts with choosing the very best locations. After extensive research to find the perfect setting for Sanderson Group’s first village in the greater Auckland region, Pukekohe quickly rose to the top of our list. Situated in the beautiful Franklin district, the area stretches from the eastern shores of the Hauraki Gulf to the western coastline of the Manukau Harbour. It offers stunning and diverse scenery, from the rugged black sands of Karioitahi Beach to the calm waters of the east. Nearby, the Hunua Ranges Regional Park provides lush forests, peaceful walking tracks, and one of the most spectacular waterfalls you’ll ever see.

Travel time from The Hill to popular destinations

Auckland International & Domestic Airport

40 min drive

Auckland CBD

45 min drive

Pukekohe to Britomart by Train

1 hr 15 min train

Pauanui, Coromandel

1 hr 15 min drive

Hamilton

1 hr drive

Tauranga

2 hr 15 min drive

As a major agricultural hub, Pukekohe is rich in farming heritage. Chances are, if you’ve enjoyed exceptional fresh produce recently, it may well have come from right here.

If like so many of our new residents you already live in the area, you’ll know just how strong the community spirit and local camaraderie is. If you’re new to the region, it might be time to come and see for yourself why Pukekohe is quickly becoming a retirement destination of choice.

Oh - and don’t forget to bring your shopping bags. You can’t leave without picking up some fresh local veges!

When it comes to retirement living, Pukekohe offers something a little different. It’s quieter, friendlier, and comes without the big-city price tag.

There’s a thriving wellness community, a vibrant café and dining scene, and best of all… you can probably still find a car park right outside. There’s always plenty going on - it’s an active community that gets behind local events, sport, and a wide range of social and community clubs.

And for golf lovers, many locals say the recently refurbished Pukekohe Golf Club is one of the best courses in Auckland. Transport to the city for events, appointments, shopping or a night out is a breeze thanks to the recently introduced Pukekohe to Britomart electric rail service (with plenty of stops along the way too!).

Pukekohe - it’s the perfect backdrop for a beautiful retirement.

Ladys picking vegetables at the Pukekohe markets

Two ladies enjoying their ice creams in Pukekohe

Close proximity to little luxuries and key conveniences

Set against the scenic rise of Pukekohe Hill, The Hill offers residents a coveted elevated outlook and desirable location close to a thriving and vibrant rural community.

Pukekohe town centre is an easy four-minute drive by car and offers a selection of local cafes, bars and restaurants, fine food grocers and supermarkets, hair and beauty salons, art galleries, a library, medical centre and pharmacy, and much more.

Local points of interest include a weekend farmers market, an 18-hole golf course, water gardens and waterfalls, horse trekking and west coast beaches. Rail enthusiasts operate historic steam trains at nearby Glenbrook on regular Sundays.

Auckland City’s amenities and international airport are within easy reach via the motorway or direct train service to the city centre.

Retail & Supermarkets

Pukekohe Village Centre
4 minute drive

Zone Shopping Centre
4 minute drive

Mitre 10 Mega
5 minute drive

Woolworths
3 minute drive

Pukekohe Farmers Markets
6 minute drive

Transport

Pukekohe Train Station
5 minute drive

Auckland International & Domestic Airport
40 minute drive

Cafes & Restaurants

Your Local Coffee Roasters
5 minute drive

Franklins Bar & Eatery
5 minute drive