Coldon Homes

What Coldon Homes does

Coldon Homes is a privately held, family-owned residential home builder founded in 1966 by Henry Donohue in Wonthaggi, Victoria, Australia, operating primarily across the Bass Coast and South Gippsland region. The company designs and constructs detached single-family homes under three branded ranges: the Leisure Range (entry to mid-level, $130K-$318K), the Premier Range (luxury with high-end inclusions, $180K-$312K), and the EcoRetreat Range (small-footprint sustainable homes launched 2023, 7+ star energy rating, $130K-$160K), supplemented by a Tailored Homes service that customises any of 70+ existing floor plans. Revenue is generated primarily through fixed-price new-home construction contracts, with additional streams from House & Land packages, Knockdown & Rebuild project management, and multi-unit developments for investors and landowners. The company has built 8,000+ homes and commercial buildings since inception and is recognised as one of Victoria's largest regional volume builders.

Coldon Homes sells direct-to-consumer through two permanent display home centres in Wonthaggi and Newhaven, staffed by in-house sales consultants, supported by a multi-channel digital presence (website, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, blog) and remote enquiry handling. Its core technology is conventional regional residential construction with a domain specialisation in coastal conditions (Bass Coast), bushfire ratings, and local council planning requirements, accumulated over decades. The in-house design team delivers customisation across floor plans, exteriors, interior surfaces, and fittings, with standard inclusions sourced from established supplier partnerships (Clipsal/Schneider Electric, COLORBOND, Rheem, James Hardie, Reece, Beaumont Tiles, Beacon Lighting, Wattyl, Austral Bricks, Corinthian Doors). No AI/ML, software platform, or proprietary digital IP is disclosed; the technology moat is design-library scale (75+ plans), supplier relationships, and tacit regional construction knowledge.

The business serves three primary customer segments: individual and family home buyers (first home buyers, upsizers, downsizers, coastal lifestyle seekers) as the dominant segment; property developers and small-scale investors seeking multi-unit, subdivision, and dual-occupancy projects; and knockdown-rebuild homeowners replacing existing structures. Pricing is quote-based and per-project, with full project management from site inspection through council approvals, design selection, construction, and post-handover maintenance. The company is independently owned with no disclosed parent, no external funding rounds, and a current headcount of 51-100 employees, with active hiring across sales, trades, design, and back-office functions.

Name

Coldon Homes

Legal name

Coldon Homes

Website

https://coldonhomes.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Coldon Homes is a privately held, family-owned residential home builder founded in 1966 in Wonthaggi, Victoria, serving Bass Coast and South Gippsland with new home construction across three ranges (Leisure, Premier, EcoRetreat), custom designs, knockdown-rebuild, and multi-unit developments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Home Construction

NAICS

New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236115), Residential Building Construction (2361), New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236116)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Custom Home Building (IMAFABAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Residential Green / High-Performance Home Construction (Net-Zero, Passive House) (IMAFABAH)

Keywords

• Residential home construction
• Custom home design
• House and land packages
• Knockdown rebuild services
• Multi-unit developments

Headquarters

HQ city

Wonthaggi

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. New Home Construction: Design and construction of custom residential homes including Leisure Range (entry level to forever homes), Premier Range (luxury with high-end inclusions), and EcoRetreat Range (sustainable/small footprint). Revenue from fixed-price building contracts.
2. House & Land Packages: Pre-designed home and land packages in locations across Bass Coast and Gippsland where location and design are prepared for customers
3. Knockdown & Rebuild: Project management service for demolishing existing structures and constructing new homes on the same land
4. Multi-Unit Developments: Design and build services for investors and landowners including two-lot or multi-unit dwellings, subdivision projects, and complex block configurations

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Coldon Homes is a regional residential home builder that designs and constructs custom homes across the Bass Coast and South Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The company offers three branded home design ranges — Leisure Range (entry-level to mid-range coastal homes), Premier Range (luxury homes with high-end inclusions), and EcoRetreat Range (sustainable 7+ star energy-rated small footprint homes) — alongside tailored custom home design, knockdown and rebuild, house and land packages, and multi-unit development services for investors.

Product overview

Coldon Homes is a residential home builder offering three distinct home design ranges: the Leisure Range (entry-level to mid-range coastal homes), Premier Range (luxury homes with high-end inclusions), and EcoRetreat Range (sustainable small footprint homes with 7+ star energy ratings for secondary dwellings). The company also provides Tailored Homes (custom design services modifying 70+ floor plans), Display Homes (in Wonthaggi and Newhaven), House & Land packages, Knockdown & Rebuild services, and multi-unit Development solutions. With over 65 years of regional experience building 8,000+ homes in Bass Coast and South Gippsland, the company operates as a full-service builder from design through construction to handover.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EcoRetreat Range: A sustainable home design range with minimum 7+ star energy rating, designed for secondary dwellings and granny flats, with sizes under 60m2.
• Leisure Range
• Premier Range

Products and services

• Leisure Range Entry-level to mid-range home designs suited for coastal environments with strong street appeal, ranging from entry level to 'forever homes' in single-storey and double-storey configurations with various bedroom and bathroom options, targeted at first home buyers, families, and coastal lifestyle seekers.
• Premier Range Luxury home designs with high-end inclusions and premium finishes as standard, targeted at buyers seeking upscale specifications and enhanced features across various floor plan configurations.
• EcoRetreat Range Sustainable small-footprint home designs achieving a minimum 7+ star energy rating, with five designs (EcoRetreat 1-5) ranging from 42.7m² to 59.7m², targeted at secondary dwellings, granny flats, and eco-friendly coastal living on the Bass Coast.
• Tailored Homes Custom-designed dream home service where Coldon Homes' in-house design team customises floor plans, exterior appearance, interior surfaces and fittings to suit individual lifestyles and block requirements, including modification of 70+ existing floor plans or creation of fully custom designs.
• House & Land Packages Pre-configured packages combining a selected home design with a specific land location across Bass Coast and Gippsland, simplifying the building process for buyers, with example pricing such as 53 Cavil Drive North Wonthaggi at $649,000 for a 220m² property.
• Knockdown & Rebuild Project management service for demolishing existing structures and constructing new homes on the same land, covering site assessment, design selection, contracts, demolition coordination, and new home construction for homeowners who love their location but want to replace the existing dwelling.
• Multi-Unit Developments Design and build service for investors and landowners covering two-lot or multi-unit dwellings, subdivision projects, and complex block configurations, including town planning guidance, subdivision permits, and project management from concept to completion across Bass Coast and South Gippsland.
• Acacia Urban A contemporary single-storey home design featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a double garage, designed for larger block sizes or knockdown rebuilds in coastal areas such as Inverloch, Wonthaggi, and Phillip Island.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8,000+ homes built over 65+ years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Cape View Building ProductscoreTechnology or IntegrationKitchen cabinetry and building products supplier. Featured in completed home projects and social media showcases.
• LockwoodcoreTechnology or IntegrationBuilding hardware and safety products partner providing quality hardware solutions for homes.
• WattylcoreTechnology or IntegrationPaint and coating partner providing interior and exterior paint solutions for homes.
• Austral BrickscoreTechnology or IntegrationBrick manufacturer supplying quality bricks for construction with heritage range options.
• Clipsal by Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationElectrical switches, sockets, and home automation products. Partnership announced in May 2026 blog post highlighting alignment with quality electrical solutions.
• RheemcoreTechnology or IntegrationHot water systems supplier providing energy-efficient hot water solutions for homes.
• COLORBONDcoreTechnology or IntegrationSteel roofing and walling products partner supplying COLORBOND steel for roofs and walls.
• SELKIRKcoreTechnology or IntegrationVentilation and air movement products including roof vents and exhaust fans.
• James HardiecoreTechnology or IntegrationFiber cement cladding and building boards supplier. Used extensively in modern facades including Taylor and Sutherland designs.
• Corinthian DoorscoreTechnology or IntegrationDoor manufacturer supplying quality internal and external doors for homes.
• ReececoreTechnology or IntegrationBathroom, kitchen, and laundry products supplier providing fixtures and fittings.
• Beaumont TilescoreTechnology or IntegrationTile supplier providing floor and wall tiles for bathrooms, kitchens, and living areas.
• Beacon LightingcoreTechnology or IntegrationLighting solutions supplier for interior and exterior home lighting.
• Sustainable Materials PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners working with Coldon Homes to ensure materials and building processes align with sustainable commitment for EcoRetreat Range. Focus on eco-friendly materials and responsible building practices.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Carlisle Homes: Victorian-focused home builder with multiple display home locations and a range of home designs from affordable to premium. Direct peer as a Victoria-based builder with comparable product tiering and display-driven GTM motion.
• Henley Homes: Melbourne-based home builder with multi-range product portfolio (entry, mid, luxury). Comparable range strategy to Coldon's Leisure/Premier/EcoRetreat tiering, though operating at broader geographic scale.
• Simonds Homes: One of Australia's largest home builders with display homes across Victoria and other states. Similar direct-to-consumer model with project home ranges; overlaps with Coldon on entry-level and family home segments in Victorian markets.
• Metricon Homes: Australia's largest volume home builder, operating across multiple states with a broad portfolio of project and custom homes. Comparable to Coldon as a residential home builder serving owner-occupiers, though at significantly greater scale and geographic reach.
• Porter Davis Homes: Major Australian volume home builder serving Victoria and other eastern states with project home ranges. Comparable business model and customer segments, though significantly larger scale than Coldon.
• G.J. Gardner Homes: Franchise-based Australian home builder with strong regional and coastal presence including Victoria. Comparable as a regional/franchise residential builder; differs in franchise structure versus Coldon's centralized model.
• Burbank Homes: Victorian-based home builder offering house and land packages and custom designs. Direct competitor in the Victorian residential construction market with overlapping customer segments.

Regional players

• Clarendon Homes: Home builder serving NSW and other eastern Australian markets. Comparable product offering and customer base but geographically distinct from Coldon's Victorian focus.

Direct peers

• Boutique Homes: Victorian-focused home builder specializing in affordable and family homes, part of the AVID Property Group. Closest comparable in scale and Victorian regional focus; competes directly on display home-driven custom home sales.

Others

• Jellis Craig (residential development arm): Victorian real estate agency and property group active in residential sales including new homes and developments. Comparable as a regional Victorian ecosystem participant in residential property; not a direct home builder but a channel and customer referral partner for Coldon.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@coldonhomes9709
• Facebookfacebook.com/coldonhomes
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/coldon-homes
• Instagraminstagram.com/coldonhomes

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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