Taranaki Garden Festival 30 Oct - 8 Nov
It's been said that gardens have a way of bringing people together, drawing them out from their homes and into the sunshine!
We are incredibly lucky to live in a country that boasts many stunning gardens, what gardens would you like to explore.
What our guests have said
What a fantastic location and excellent facilities. Could not ask for better hosts.
Greg, New Zealand
Stunning location. Beautiful gardens and ‘secret’ pathways. Very quiet. Comfortable beds and powerful shower! Beautiful lounge and dining area and well set up with pool table. Would be great for a group but also relaxing for a couple. Wonderful stay.
Marieke, New Zealand
A verdant setting among flowers and tree ferns. A magnificent haven of peace in the rainforest. A fabulous, flowery garden. A delicate and attentive welcome, Samara is a wonderful hostess and you feel right at home. Very spacious. Very well located between New Plymouth and Taranaki. Nothing to...
Prigent, France
The location for hiking is excellent. The tranquility of the lodge and the kindness and benevolence of Samara made our stay exceptional, timeless.
Mickael, France
The location was remote and beautiful!!! There were some easy walking paths with lovely sites. The rooms were well appointed, beds extremely comfortable. The common areas are also inviting. Hosts John and Samara were gracious and welcoming.
Wright, USA
The peace and location, top location Helpful host, in one word fantastic
A.B., Netherlands
Magnificent seclusion, down 2km of unpaved road and into.tje forest, though its grounds are beautiful. Magnificent property. The charming owner welcomed us and showed us the common areas which a longer stay would have allowed us to use. More than adequate cereal, toast and fruit for breakfast....
Mark, Great Britain
Our host was friendly and courteous and made us feel at home, a beautiful rainforest retreat and a haven of peace.
Alan, Australia
Hidden Treasure. The tranquility and the Tuis in the morning, the special personal touch of the fresh flowers in the room. Beautiful soaps very comfortable and luxurious bed and pillows. There was nothing we didn't like it was perfect .We will return and highly recommend your paradise. The...
Debra, New Zealand
Beautiful setting in amongst the rain forest, and very close to Pukeiti Gardens.
Donna, New Zealand