Maree & Leon

Sentinel Homes Auckland North & West

Your local team in
Auckland North & West.

“We want your new home to feel like yours from the very first conversation. We take time to understand how you live, what you love and what matters to your family, then bring those ideas together in a thoughtfully designed home.

Whether you start with a custom design or adapt an existing plan, we’ll help you make the most of your site and budget. From a townhouse in Avondale to a family home in Orewa or a subdivision in Te Atatu, we’d love to explore what’s possible with you.”

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331 Rosedale Rd, Block 2A, Albany, Albany, Auckland, 0632

Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm

No hard sells. Just good advice and helpful information. 0800 456 321

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Orewa, Auckland

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Introducing

Your local team in Auckland North & West.

Maree and Leon van de Water bring complementary skills and a personal understanding of building to Sentinel Homes Auckland North & West. Maree leads the day-to-day business, drawing on her background in sales, marketing, general management and new property. Leon brings experience in finance and business development.

Together they have helped clients build hundreds of homes and have built for themselves and their families 11 times. They understand the decisions and emotions involved, and focus on making the journey a partnership built on good communication and attentive service.

Anthony Nann

Anthony Nann

Senior Project Manager

Christie Clark

Christie Clark

General Manager

Damian Siow

Damian Siow

Accountant

Rhiannon Kovacevich

Rhiannon Kovacevich

Client Account Manager, Design & Build

Auckland North & West

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Orewa, Auckland

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Auckland North & West

House & Land Packages

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4 Bedrooms, Great Location! From $1,418,925

4 Tamaota Terrace, Orewa

4 Bedrooms, Great Location!

Ready for a home that fits your lifestyle and your budget? This spacious, well designed package is the affordable family upgrade you’ve been waiting for. Space for Everyone: 4 bedrooms - no fighting over rooms! Perfect Layout: Peaceful bedrooms up, social living spaces down The Sweet Spot: Premium location (bush, beach & instant motorway access) at a price you can afford. Can you change the design - YES!! Call me for a no-obligation chat.

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Your Rural Sanctuary Awaits From $1,990,400

19 Maclennon Farm Lane, Kaukapakapa

Your Rural Sanctuary Awaits

Imagine coming home to wide-open spaces, fresh air, and countryside serenity. All while being just 18 minutes from Silverdale. We aren’t just building houses here, we’re crafting retreats. Sit down with our architect and design a home that captures the views, fits your family like a glove, and respects your budget. Why settle for a pre-built box when you can have a bespoke rural escape? Let’s turn those 'someday' dreams into a floor plan!

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Bush, Beach & Brand New! From $1,170,875

22 Tamaota Terrace, Orewa

Bush, Beach & Brand New!

Located between native bush and the golden sands of Orewa Beach, this single-level home offers a great lifestyle at a price that actually makes sense. Forget weekend DIY and endless renovations, you'll have time to enjoy the great local lifestyle. 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms (No morning queues!) Internal Access Garage for safety and storage. Perfect for: First-home buyers, downsizers, or savvy investors. Call me now for a no-obligation chat.

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Extended Family or Income From $2,397,670

19 (Lot 7) Maclennon Farm Lane, Kaukapakapa

Extended Family or Income

Secure your slice of Riverview estate with a high-spec Home & Income package that checks every box! Rural tranquility meets urban convenience (only 18 mins to Silverdale!) Large family home + self-contained minor dwelling. Architect-led design, tailored to suit your lifestyle and budget. The Result: A smart investment and a stunning place to live. Don’t wait for the ‘Sold’ sign to go up. Call me now to discuss the options!

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Designed & Ready to Build From $1,515,300

54 Chorley Avenue, Massey

Designed & Ready to Build

Here's your chance to secure one of 3 beautiful yet affordable, brand new homes, away from the road in a fantastic, private setting with great views. You need to see these properties to appreciate their appeal. The homes have been extremely well designed and are ready for Building Consent - but there's still an opportunity to make changes if you wish. Build before the rush. Call me to make a time to visit one of the best spots in the area.

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STUNNING VIEWS OF THE KAIPARA HARBOUR From $1,372,999

Lot 3 220 Tuhirangi Road, Makarau

STUNNING VIEWS OF THE KAIPARA HARBOUR

Welcome to Tuhirangi Heights, a premium lifestyle subdivision in Makarau with breathtaking Kaipara Harbour views. A choice of 9 lots, all offering stunning views and engineered building platforms giving you a good base to build your dream home. The Waitomo Plan is just one example of your dream home that could be built here. Check out our website for other House & Land Packages on offer. Give me a call to discuss a custom design that suits you.

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Build your island dream From $3,163,480

Lot 72 Pararēkau Island, Karaka

Build your island dream

Elevate yourself to luxury living. Sentinel Homes welcomes you to Pararekau – Luxury Island living, just off the coast of Karaka. Enjoy peace, privacy, and security when you build your new home in this exquisite new gated community. Only you and your guests will have access through automated gates, and with ultra-fast fibre, you could even work from home, enjoying the tranquility of nature without interruption. Our award-winning master builders can build this stunning, architectural home designed specifically for this property or choose to work with our design team to create a bespoke house and land package that suits you perfectly.All this, while still an easy 5 minute drive from the motorway:

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A 4.8 star rating on Google.

Building a home is a big commitment, so trust matters. See what local homeowners say about their experience with our team, from the first conversation through to moving day.

Hugo and Nelmare Venter

Sentinel homeowner

Designing a home can be overwhelming however Sentinel made this very easy for us and designed a beautiful home. Their communication is excellent and they are very professional. We love their work and highly recommend Maree and her team at Sentinel Home.

Megan & Glen Ellis

Sentinel homeowner

We made a few changes, and it just was not a problem. We didn’t have to compromise.

Thomas & Caitlin Weston

Sentinel homeowner

We always felt in control of the build, due to the open lines of communication.

Kauri Tukere

Sentinel homeowner

I can't speak more highly of the time, effort and professionalism Steph put in throughout the process, and we were stoked with the final result. We love our home and would definitely recommend building through Sentinel! Very happy and proud homeowners.

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Google Review

“Sentinel Homes don’t cut any corners – they take care of your home for the long term.”

John & Viv Burnett

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“The Sentinel app makes building your own home so easy. I’ve already shown it to many of my friends and family.”

Cory & Tania Brown

Auckland North & West

Some of our recent work

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faq

FAQ

Common questions about building with Sentinel Homes.

How long does the build process typically take?

On average, a standard build takes between 18 and 24 weeks from the start of construction.

Do you offer fixed-price contracts?

Yes, we offer fixed-price contracts so you have certainty over your investment before construction begins.

Can I make changes during the build?

Changes can often be accommodated early in the process. Your project manager will guide you on what's possible and any cost or timeline impact.

What is included in the 10-Year Master Build Guarantee?

The 10-Year Master Build Guarantee provides independent cover for structural integrity, materials and workmanship, giving you long-term peace of mind.

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