Luxury in bloom: Village Lake Luxury Apartments
Treat yourself to a renewing and luxurious weekend away in the gorgeous Hanmer Springs village. Whether you enjoy spring through picnics and boutique shopping, or nature walks and cycle trails, Village Lake Luxury Apartments is the ideal place for your weekend away. Perfectly positioned for guests to enjoy the best of spring, Village […]
Race day favourite: The Golden Mile
For horse owners, Cup and Show Week is a time of celebration – and one of the biggest moments on any Cantabrian’s calendar. For The Golden Mile Tavern owner Murray Hollamby, Cup and Show Week is a significant event. With gallopers of his own as well as sponsored races in the Motukarara harness […]
Where the countdown begins: Lincoln Motel
The morning of the wedding is full of excitement and anticipation, and the right accommodation makes all the difference in starting the day stress-free. At Lincoln Motel, comfort meets convenience, offering the perfect setting for wedding parties to prepare for the big day. Motel owner Craig Beswick says there is a sense of […]
The perfect partnership: The Hilltop x 5th Street
After years of extensive renovations, Brent and Kim Robertson stood at The Hilltop, admiring the view while enjoying a celebratory glass of bubbles, and asked the big question: who’s going to do this place justice? The answer was obvious: 5th Street Restaurant. It’s a partnership that makes sense. The Hilltop has the jaw-dropping […]
European elegance here at home: French Farm Estate
A Mediterranean-inspired wedding venue on the beautiful Banks Peninsula. Nestled on the stunning Banks Peninsula, family-owned French Farm Estate offers a breathtaking backdrop for intimate weddings of up to 130 guests from spring 2026. The venue can accommodate smaller weddings as early as this season. Currently undergoing complete renovation, the main lodge will […]
A wedding venue to capture your heart: Amuri Estate
When Hamish and Sarah Linton began searching for a wedding venue, one space stole their hearts. Just ten minutes from Hanmer Springs Village and a 90-minute drive from Christchurch, Amuri Estate offered everything they dreamed of and more. Thanks to the skill of owner and wedding coordinator Vanessa Orr, their day went off […]
Sleep outside the box: SiloStay
What’s it like to stay in one of the delightful and unique SiloStay apartments located in the heart of Little River? Quirky”, “fantastic”, “fun”, “innovative”, “stylish”, “eco-friendly”, “the coolest”, “so comfortable”, “unforgettable”, “awesome”… these are just some of the words used by people who’ve stayed at a SiloStay apartment. Surrounded by tranquility on […]
Plan your Christmas party:
Chateau on the Park
Yes, it’s time to get your booking confirmed for celebrating the festive season. It might seem like a long way off but plans for Christmas parties have already begun. To avoid scrambling around at the last minute only to find that everything in the city is already booked, start planning now. Happily the […]
The hardest goodbye:
Peppers Clearwater Resort
Can a conference venue be so dreamy that delegates hope their flight home is cancelled? Peppers Clearwater Resort is just minutes from Christchurch Airport. Don’t be fooled, heading home is the hardest part for guests. “Conference delegates quite regularly wish for flight disruptions so they can stay on,” laughs conference sales manager Meg […]
A peaceful Akaroa getaway:
Mt Vernon Lodge
Discover the ultimate destination for relaxation at this mindfully curated Banks Peninsula accommodation and venue. The serene location of Mt Vernon Lodge is nestled in the hills overlooking Akaroa Harbour. It provides the perfect escape for city dwellers needing to cut loose from the stresses of Monday to Friday, to celebrate something special. […]
