-
More info He pārongo atu anō
Visit website
A Georgian styled home is the centrepiece of this large rural garden set amongst the remnants of an old orchard. Behind the house is the formal area. To one side a cottage garden and whimsical garden shed lead to "kissing gates" which are romantically placed under trailing weeping willow.
Beyond these are native walkways, expansive grassed areas, spring plantings of cherries, rhododendrons, camellias and acers, together with a traditional walled kitchen garden, complete with gardener's cottage and Victorian inspired glasshouses. Water is a feature throughout with platforms dotted along the northern boundary to allow viewing of the stream and bush beyond.
Open by appointment, admission charged. Suitable for groups up to 50 people.
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira
30 mins to central Auckland, 1 hour to Auckland International Airport.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Recommended visiting time – 1.5 hours.