TVNZ recommissions Country House Hunters New Zealand
July 7, 2023
TVNZ has recommissioned Country House Hunters New Zealand (30×30’). Following the success of Country House Hunters Season 1 TVNZ has re-ordered the 30-part property series, produced by Abode Entertainment, to air in 2024 on TVNZ 1 and TVNZ +.
Country House Hunters is a primetime series which helps couples as they embark on their journey to find their perfect country home. Some are looking to change from an urban to rural setting, others from the mountains to farmland, others from inland to the coast. All are shown three houses by our host, each of which are as unique as the buyers themselves and aim to meet their specific briefs – be that for a cozy hideaway bolt hole, or a grand architectural masterpiece. We see it all in this show, which sweeps us up in the buyers’ lives, taking us with them as they whittle their choice of three houses down to their dream home.
Abode has an impressive portfolio of property success stories – including Million Dollar House Hunters (60×30’ for Direct TV USA), Find Me A Beach House (10×30’), Find Your Dream Home (10×30’ for Foxtel), and Luxury Homes Revealed (Nine) – and currently have all three versions of the show in production.
International broadcasters who have acquired Season 1 include Nine Network Australia, CTV Canada, Talpa Netherlands, AMC Hungary, Canal Plus Poland.
TVNZ’s Acting Director of Content Nevak Rogers said: “We’re pleased to bring a local adaptation of this successful series to New Zealand audiences. We know our viewers are going to love seeing their fellow Kiwis chasing their lifestyle dreams.”
Parade’s Founder CEO, Matthew Ashcroft said: ”We are beyond excited to partner with TVNZ and Abode Entertainment on the second season of Country House Hunters New Zealand and look forward to seeing the primetime series delight and inspire viewers across New Zealand in 2024”. Gary Takle Founder CEO of Abode Entertainment said “We are so thrilled with the overwhelming success and positive reception of the show’s first season. It has reaffirmed our belief in the power of engaging storytelling and unique formats. With the upcoming season, we are excited to take audiences on another thrilling journey as we continue to challenge conventional house hunting norms. Our dedicated team is eager to bring more captivating stories and incredible scenery to the screen.