Where to Stay
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Annandale is a 4,000-acre working sheep and cattle farm with 10 kilometres of remote coastline, housing four distinctive luxury villas. This wild and secluded corner of New Zealand is a true escape from the modern world with each of the four properties reached via 4WD, helicopter or boat.
Meals are delivered to your villa with a strong farm to table ethos, using the freshest ingredients. Alternatively, hire a personal chef for the duration of your stay.
Annandale is one of those places that everyone in our office wants to go to. In this fast-paced world, a stay here really does offer a slice of true isolation, allowing time to get back to nature amid wild and beautiful scenery. The range of accommodation on offer caters for everyone from a group of friends of family to honeymooners.
Homestead
At the heart of the farm is the colonial style five-bedroom homestead with its own 20 metre heated pool, spa, fitness centre and tennis court.
Seascape
Tucked away on its own private bay is the ultra-contemporary one-bedroom Seascape. The epitome of a romantic getaway, the grass roof and stone walls belie the modern interior where huge glass windows frame the sea views and elegant and modern furniture create comfortable living. The outdoor hot tub and firepit are perfect spots to watch the sunset before the stars take over the skies.
Scrubby Bay
Accommodating up to 14 guests, Scrubby Bay is a contemporary cedar clad beach house, located on its own private bay. Living accommodation is open plan with all rooms designed to make the most of the sea views. The property creates a wonderful feeling of space, with inside flowing seamlessly to outside; a decked area scattered with beanbags leads to a jacuzzi, beyond which is your private pebbled beach and the ocean.
Shepherds Cottage
Once occupied by generations of shepherds from Annandale farm, Shepherds Cottage is now a romantic one bedroom retreat that oozes charm and character. Set on a secluded hilltop, enjoy panoramic views across sheep filled fields towards the Pacific Ocean, cosy up in front of the open fire or bath under the stars in the outside bathtub.
Annandale is a wonderful spot to just kick back and relax, read a book and soak up the tranquillity and beauty of the surroundings. However, for those also wanted to get active there are plenty of options including kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, mountain biking and even cattle mustering. Take a 4WD tour of the farm or a nature cruise to search for native wildlife. On-site farm-to-table style cooking lessons are also available.
Located on the north side of the Banks Peninsula, around an hour drive from Christchurch. If arriving overland a 4WD vehicle is needed or alternatively arrive in style by helicopter, taking just 15 minutes.
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