A piece of Middle-earth is up for sale in Otago
A 900-hectare property in Otago, New Zealand, famously used as a filming location for 'The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers,' has been listed for sale for $3.5 million. The land, which features remnants of the Rohan Village set, is being sold after 25 years of ownership.
Why it matters
The sale highlights the intersection of cinematic history and real estate, attracting interest from fans of the film franchise.
A slice of backcountry Otago that helped bring a Lord of the Rings village to life is looking for a new owner.
RNZ Life reporters 2 October 2026 2 min read Photo credit: Supplied / Bayleys About 900ha of freehold land featured in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is heading to the market, with two unwarranted buildings from the movie remaining.
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