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the Woolshed at tipapa This historic and secluded property in Greta Valley is just an hour’s drive north of central Christchurch. Surrounded by 60 acres of land, and accessed by a long drive, Tipapa is truly unique. It offers a very peaceful, rural environment with great flexibility to style your own event – be it corporate or private. It is also a prime wedding location offering a garden ceremony and dinner and dancing in the Woolshed. The original woolshed, built in 1890, overlooks a large grass circle. The wool storage floor has been converted into a highquality event centre with seating capacity for up to 140 people. The area is fully heated, has a sound system and excellent lighting. Alongside is a commercial kitchen and toilets. A gallery cottage is close to the woolshed, and boasts its own private garden. It has one large room, an additional smaller room and a bathroom. The cottage is heated, carpeted and curtained, and is ideal for use by a bridal party for preparations. The large historic homestead itself is set among a well laid-out garden with mature trees, extensive lawns, herbaceous borders and rose gardens. For those wishing to stay, there are four well-furnished guest bedrooms. Multiple accommodation choices are also available close by in Greta Valley and at Motunau Beach. Make a time to experience the setting yourself, and let the hosts show you around this exquisite estate.
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Phone 027 289 3405 www.tipapaevents.com
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Methven Resort The purpose-built training rooms at Auldhouse offer networked environments with high-speed internet, data projectors (or a large TV) and capacity for groups from two to 16. There are two video conference suites available and technical support on-site if required. A range of catering options are available, with a meet and greet and an event co-ordinator all part of the service. Discover this venue behind The Colombo, in Sydenham.
This exclusive escape is renowned for fine food, fantastic facilities, entertainment, serenity and space in a beautiful alpine setting. Accommodating staff personalise every detail for your event to ensure a seamless stay. The restaurant can seat 100 guests, while the main conference room – the largest in mid-Canterbury – accommodates up to 300, and can also host a sumptuous banquet. In-house chefs, one from Austria and the other formerly from a large cruiseship, create diverse and delicious international dishes using fresh, local produce, such as salmon and venison, and will happily cater to any guest’s dietary requirements. Three outdoor hot pools offer a luxurious way to unwind among stunning scenery and pristine mountain air. An ideal option to follow skiing, hiking, jet boating, hot-air ballooning, or swimming in the 25-metre heated pool. Socialise on the dancefloor or relax by the crackling fire, with an extensive boutique wine list to enjoy at the piano bar. Then, retire to one of 47 comfortable and spotlessly-clean rooms, including family suites that sleep four. All an easy hour’s drive from Christchurch.
Phone 03 353 1090 www.auldhouse.co.nz
Phone 03 302 8724 www.methvenresort.com
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