Te Mata Peak, located 16km south of Havelock North, rises dramatically from the Heretaunga Plains and is part of a 1-sq-km park. The peak features hiking and biking trails, as well as breathtaking views from its summit lookout that stretch to Hawke's Bay, the Mahia Peninsula, and distant Mt Ruapehu on clear days. Visitors can access the peak by either driving or walking up a well-maintained track with clear directional guidance.
great view. this is not only for walking you can drive all the way up, plenty of car park at the top. we enjoy. there’s picnic tables on the way up stunning view as well.
Ghil Ferro — Google review
Long 40 kph drive up to top but view was worth it. Public are not allowed up peak because there is a lodge up near peak and you have to get past electric gate. We were lucky as a taxi had to go and pick up a passenger and we were at the front and drove through when gate opened.
Kennedy — Google review
Best place to go to view the sunset, so unrealistic the view, the colors, the cloud. The road to drive up is a bit thin but apart from that definitely worth visiting
Wasabi Warriorr — Google review
Always worth a visit to the top of Te Mata Peak. You can drive or long track walk (access closes 10pm every night) and exercise caution if heavy rain or cloud cover. Great views in all directions.
Dave J — Google review
Beautiful lookout! You can drive up all the way to the peak even! Worth making the trip.
Celine Seah — Google review
Great views, lots of tracks to walk, and you can drive all the way to the top
Leo Jia — Google review
It's a beautiful park.
Dennis Draeger — Google review
Beautiful prominent escarpment with fantastic views across the Heretaunga plain, TukiTuki valley to the ocean and ranges to the west. Lots of walking and biking trails. Best time to visit is sunrise and sunset. Finish off with a meal at Craggy Range if feeling flush.
Dean — Google review
Amazing Vistas, great place and must do if you visit Napier.
You can walk, run or drive to the peak.
If you want to drive check the map carefully to ensure you are en route to the top of the mountain car park. Apple Maps took us to Te Mata Park.
If you want to have a bit of a hike, there is a car Park at Te Mata Park, it took us just under 2 hours to walk up, but we were stopping to take photo’s in particular the small Redwood grove that you pass on the way up. It’s a moderate uphill walk most of the way. No real steep sections.
The view from the top, absolutely worth it no matter which way you get there.
Boris Biskupic — Google review
Gorgeous view, accessible both by driving and walking. Personally prefer the walking track, the track is well maintained with clear directional guidance, lots of highlights/features along the way too!
Leon Wee — Google review
Amazing views. This is the first time I see the rainbow clearly.
B?ch ??ng — Google review
If the place is busy is for a reason. Windy, very windy but what a view! Great option for the whole family. You can drive until the very top, but you can accept the challenge and do some of the tracks around and enjoying the sleeping giant.
V Valencia C — Google review
A beautiful walk sunrise, midday or sunset. Warm oranges to rich green colours. Plenty of forest and bird, and views in all directions. Recommend parking at the end of Tauroa road, and walking the chambers walk and onto blue or red to the top (reasonable fitness required). Visit the giant redwoods on the way. There's toilets at the carpark and a filtered drinking fountain. Expect around 2+ hours return to the carpark if you are sight seeing.
Matt Strickland — Google review
Te Mata peak perfect for both cycling and walking . The verdant landscapes are truly refreshing .Highly recommended for nature lovers
Malinda somasiri — Google review
Love this spot, a great place to overlook Hastings, Havelock and Napier, views of the Ruahine Mountain Range and the Kaweka Mountain Range. Pack an afternoon picnic lunch and enjoy the views with your favourite human beings find a spot put your blanket out on the grass and enjoy the warm Hawkes Bay sun.
Keri G Rua Taniwha — Google review
It was quite windy and cloudy, but the experience was worth it!
Suggestion:
Instead of driving all the way to the top, I would recommend walking on the track to the peak as it is an exhilarating experience.
Xernex — Google review
Noice. Would recommend walking up the mountain if you are able. Tracks are very well signposted and the view is nice. Make sure to read the history of the mountain.
Zachary Cai — Google review
Great place to come and check out the views over Hawkes Bay.
Fab for the tourists too!
Kathleen Berriman — Google review
I recently had the chance to visit the one and only Te Mata Peak. Truly one of New Zealand's hidden gems. The views on offer from the top are nothing short of breathtaking - as far as the eye can see, vast expanses of picturesque landscapes enveloped by the pristine sky.
While the roads leading to the top are quite narrow, the drive is worth every bit. Hiking up the peak is equally exhilarating, with well-maintained paths ensuring safety for all ages. Te Mata Park's intrusion into the wilderness feels minimal yet abundantly immersive.
Facilities like clean restrooms, ample parking, and informative signage round off the experience wonderfully. Moreover, the staff is polite, knowledgeable, and quite keen on maintaining the ecological balance of the area.
I highly recommend Te Mata Peak for both locals and tourists looking for an adventure with an unforgettable view. This place truly redefines natural beauty and teaches one to appreciate the artistic finesse of Mother Nature.
Do remember to stick around for the mesmerizing sunsets - they're the cherry on top! My experience at Te Mata Peak was truly remarkable, and it's already calling me back.
Gary Mitchell — Google review
Fabulous views, but challenging road to drive up.
Robyn Dawber — Google review
My experience at Te Mata Peak was truly remarkable, and it's already calling me back.
Craggy Range is an iconic vineyard and restaurant located in the heart of New Zealand's Hawke's Bay. The property offers warm cottages and a chic lodge surrounded by lush vineyards, providing visitors with an opportunity to enjoy fine dining, event space, and wine tastings. Upon arrival, guests are greeted with a grand Mediterranean-style palace dedicated to wine-making. Many people visit Craggy Range for its cellar door or experience the two-hatted restaurant.
Visited for the first time to celebrate our wedding anniversary & the experience couldn't have been better. The menu looked fantastic & the sharing menu which we had I highly recommend. Fantastic value for money along with the accompanying wines. To top it off the staff really made the experience being just so friendly & professional. Bravo & thank you
Adam Lee McHardy — Google review
Had the set menu with my partner here on Friday 8pm, approx 5 servings throughout, which I accompanied with the matching wines. 10-10 dining experience, delicious flavours, and an all round knock out experience. Probably the best dining I’ve been to in a while, the entire staff were amazing too.
(P.S I never tip as I find it a little American, but I actually did tonight because everything was so good it deserved it).
Awesome stuff team, will come back again.
Rupert N — Google review
We were lucky enough to be able to snag a wine tasting experience without a booking, but book ahead to make sure you don't miss out. The staff were lovely and our wine connoisseur told us about each of the wines we were tasting, the regions and soil profile for each of the wines and how their wines might differ from others from the same region.
The wine tasting came in two different classes, with the base 'family' wines costing $35pp, and the prestige tasting $65pp. The prestige tasting includes more wines and also includes side by side tasting of different wines of the same variety or vintage - a real treat for anyone who enjoys wine. Whilst it was a little steep price wise to what we are used to, the whole tasting experience was unique and ultimately we were very happy to pay what we did.
The wines themselves were delicious and are to be enjoyed for what they are - don't compare them to what you might be used to from Australia/Europe etc. The Chardonnay was a treat and a real eye opener having never had a drinkable, let alone enjoyable, Chardonnay back home. The Sophia blend was also a real stand out.
Food platters were available and ours was delicious, showcasing beautiful local and seasonal produce. The caramelised walnuts were a hit.
The grounds and views from the cellar door were also amazing.
This winery is a must visit if you are in the Napier/Hawkes Bay region of NZ. Book ahead of time, and allow a good 2 hours at least to make the most of the whole experience if going for the premium tastings.
matt murphy — Google review
We had the most amazing lunch at Craggy Range Winery. From the second we turned the corner into the driveway we were blown away beyond belief.
The setting is absolutely stunning, service was impeccable and the food was delicious.
A one of a kind venue in every way possible.
Shelley Gracie — Google review
Excellent service, from the moment we stepped foot inside. Food was absolutely delicious, very flavourful. I would recommend to share a dessert, your eyes will be bigger than your tummy by the end! Drinks were a good choice too, from the cocktail and wine menu! The atmosphere was great. Definitely a winery to visit in Hawkes Bay. Wine and cheese outside as the sun sets, perfect!
K SUB — Google review
Came for dinner here with my parents. We had the set menu with wine match. Was just beautiful. Very very tasty food with plenty of it, friendly helpful knowledgeable staff beautiful local produce. The views are beautiful up to Te Mata peak. I loved it will certainly visit again.
Julia Wick — Google review
We went to Craggy Range winery, which was another amazing experience. First note: Bookings are Essential! Booking in hand, we arrived at this premier destination in Hawkes Bay. It is a family owned boutique winery with a restaurant, accommodations and well crafted, elegant wines. Based on the reviews, dinner would have been amazing; but, this wine experience was well worth every penny, creating memories that I am packing back to the States.
The hostess, Lauren, was friendly and welcoming. We appreciated her beyond words and felt immediately at home. Once seated at an outdoor table, we basked in the fantastic scenery
that is Te Mata Peak; and then our wine guru and educator, Michael, joined us at the table and the experience of being in the premier wine country of New Zealand came to life. Michael was wonderful. I asked him to speak slower, as I am not Kiwi-lingual; we laughed and he shared his amazing knowledge, from the story of the winery to his love and passion for each of the five wines I enjoyed. He knew his grapes and, as I asked a ton of questions, he jovially explained and shared his passion with me. It was awesome and a highlight of my trip.
Heather Jacks — Google review
Went in for a simple wine-tasting. The host offered us a private booth for the tasting and joined us as he poured each wine to explain in-depth the history, grape and body of each pour. Had his iPad on his hand to show us the sites of the vineyards. We’ve been to many tastings but this was certainly a notch-above our previous experiences.
Sunny Gill — Google review
We had a wonderful experience at the cellar door, trying over 9 wines from their family and prestige ranges, paired with a fantastic meat and cheese board, particularly want to thank you for Kevin’s help, he gave us a wonderful time for this tasting session, lots of details of wines and story! Their cellar door is in a spectacularly beautiful building with views of Te Mata peak across the street. We also took dinner here and food was excellent, couldnt be better! Must visit!!
Yuchin Hou — Google review
Craggy range was an amazing experience. The wine tasting was exceptional, Maddi the staff member who served my friend and I and took us through our wine tasting was amazing and grew our love for wine. Definitely will be going back and will recommend.
Laura Brosnan — Google review
Almost a 5 star but dropped the ball at the end of our chefs menu lunch with matched wines. Absolutely stunning property, menu was great and food delicious, however attention to detail got left behind at the last course. While other guests were being offered seats outside to enjoy deserts and drinks, we got asked if we wanted our taxi ordered. When advised no we would like to stay and enjoy a wander around the property we were left waiting almost 20 minutes for our bill. At first we didn't think much of it, then it dragged on and on to the point our waitress had moved on to serving others.
Shame that the experience finished the way it did.
Matt Cunliffe — Google review
We visited the cellar door for a wine tasting and had a lovely time! The views are picturesque, and we enjoyed chatting with Gabriel (our guide for the tasting). The wines were delicious, I'd recommend stopping here if you're looking for an upscale stop on your Hawke's Bay wine tour.
Lindzey “LZ” Kobiske — Google review
We stayed at the Rose cottage over the Easter weekend and had a top notch experience. From checking in on day one to checking out on the last day everything was spot on. The staff were so attentive, responsive, friendly and very professional. Nothing was overlooked. We had slight issue with the toaster in the cottage which was replaced in an instant. The complimentary breakfasts and bottle of wine were a very nice touch. If I was forced too, the only tiny suggestion would be for one/two other spreads to be available.
We also were booked for dinner in the restaurant and theres noit much to say about that as its got to one of the best in the country..... again the staff are well trained, professional and friendly with nothing left to chance. Will be back for sure....
Dick Borgdorff — Google review
My wife and I visited this place on our 20th anniversary day last month. We chose Craggy range shared menu for lunch and surprised because of the service and quality. When we asked about the single menu to staff, he explained well about it and was very nice. We didn't think we could have this kind of well coordinated course menu. All ingredients of cuisines were very harmonious and very natural. We enjoyed the meal and were very happy all day thanks to satisfaction for the meal. After lunch, we moved to winery to have wine tasting. Frankly, we didn't know much about wine. But staff was very kind and he explained us about wines. It was great time as well. Specially thanks to Jack H at restaurant and Oscar at winery who served us with kind and smile. The staffs and Craggy range gave us unforgettable day.
Harry Jin — Google review
Had a beautiful meal at the winery restaurant. Exquisite presentation and very tasty! Service was also excellent.
The setting Is also quite beautiful, especially when you go out to the terrace for dessert. Highly recommended!
Peter Ghys — Google review
The accommodation at Craggy Range is an incredible experience. From the moment we arrived, we were taken care of and felt very relaxed. The facilities are top notch. The room was spacious and well appointed, bed was very comfortable and the living space was outstanding. The breakfast in the mini bar ready for the next day is a fantastic inclusion.
R R — Google review
The experience and facilities absolutely matches the fine wine. We had an amazing experience taken through the different regions where the wines are made by one of the winery connoisseurs. She was so knowledgeable and super friendly. We will absolutely recommend to visit if you’re looking a unique experience when at Hawkes Bay
Jacqueline Ochoa — Google review
We had an exceptional dinner at the Craggy Range restaurant last night. My partner and I had the tasting menu and from the moment we walked in we felt very special and looked after. Our glasses never ran out and the food came out frequently. We cannot emphasise enough how good the food is! Interesting and delicious combinations and plenty of it. Sitting at the chefs table, we loved interacting with the kitchen and extra items that weren’t even on the menu came out as a special treat - including one of our favourites the paua, which was a great surprise. We paired with the premium wine tasting and for only an extra $20 would highly recommend. The first was Tattinger which in itself probably paid for the extra price tag. Our waiter looked after us excellently, with great knowledge of the wines that he was serving and a warm and charismatic touch. Nothing was ever too much - eg sensing we were full after the dessert he offered if we would like to share a dessert and they’ll make us some truffles to take away - absolutely just what we felt like. We will definitely be back next time we are in the Hawkes Bay.
Alex Youtube — Google review
We stopped here for lunch during a wine touring event. The wind are (of course) excellent and this rating is for the whole experience, not just the wine.
The food itself was well worth the stop. Five stars for the food quality. It had a dazzling array of flavors, tastes, colors and presentations. Certainly Michelin quality. No complaints about the food. I will say it’s odd (to me) but that they offer a la cart, 3 course, and 5 course meal options—- but the whole table has to pick the same option. For our group of five the only choice we could all agree on was a la cart.
Maybe there was a staffing issue, but the wait times were surprisingly long. This was a Tuesday 1p lunch. There were 4 tables of 4-6 people elsewhere in the restaurant. The kitchen is open viewing and there were 5 chefs working along with a wait staff of 3. No joke, the wait time between courses wa 30-40 min. Our meal took 2h for an entree and a main course. No apps or dessert. I don’t know if that’s what they’re going for, but on a day where we were touring wineries we had to cancel one stop because the f the delay.
Also, again oddly to me, our server disappeared for 20+min and another waiter had to take over our table. Again maybe something was going on… not sure.
I don’t think we’ll be back. Food was good tho.
Nick Lawyer — Google review
Cannot fault this place, service was excellent and the food was to die for. We all had something different for lunch, and each dish was divine.
Beautiful setting, and the staff made us welcome and not rushed.
Thanks to the crew at Craggy Range, you made our day one to remember
Sean Moran — Google review
We enjoyed an awesome afternoon dining in the Resturant a Craggy Range. Service from waiting and front of house staff was 6 star, friendly but not overbearing.
Food was phenomenal, we had eight courses and they were all excellent. We sat at the kitchen window bar to eat and were able to watch the kitchen staff go about their work; a well oiled machine and plenty of respect shown to all by all.
The restrooms were modern and very clean.
phil — Google review
Amazing winery! Our server Laura was incredible. She had extensive knowledge about every wine, and paired vintages of the same style in different years so that we could taste the differences. She answered all our questions and taught us so much. Highly recommend the tasting and the cheese board. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience, Laura and Peter!
Sydney Lalancette — Google review
Exceptional service - very attentive yet with a nice dash of laidback Kiwi casualness. The food was incredible as were the wines. Cannot beat the location! Loved wandering through the vines to see the impressive kitchen garden afterwards.
Adele Thurlow — Google review
We specifically booked this experience for the tasting menu. It’s a lovely five course experience. We’d had a tasting menu elsewhere the day before where each item was individually plated, and I think that spoiled us a little. We do like the performance and art of individual plating, but the presentation and food were both still beautiful at Craggy Range (some of the courses are all served on one plate and each person takes their portion). Dietary needs were accommodated and the wine pairings were thoughtfully explained. We had a table by a window and enjoyed the sweeping views. For a splash out of an evening–this is a lovely spot.
Patrick Green (pgreensoup) — Google review
Beautiful location, awesome service, amazing food.
We ate at the craggy range restaurant for our 1st wedding anniversary and the staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive. The glass of bubbles before our meal and small gift at the end were a lovely touch to an already 5 star experience.
Thanks team 🩷
Mishayla Henderson — Google review
We enjoyed a tasting on the patio followed by the eight-course tasting menu dinner seated at the chef's table overlooking the kitchen. Service was excellent, food was delicious, wines were well paired, and watching the intricate dance that is meal-preparation in a fine-dining restaurant is immensely entertaining. One of our favorite courses was the bread served with Camembert butter with honey and salt. By the time the dessert arrived, we thought we would not be able to eat another bite, but we finished the beautiful soft meringue with rhubarb to the very bottom of the dish. A most enjoyable experience of food and wine.
Susan Smith — Google review
Heard this place was one
Of the best spots in NZ and it truly delivered. We did the set menu, and given I’m dairy free set menus are a pain. Not here, they made each dish as special as the others with a DF twist - service was awesome - I can’t see why many people call this the best restaurant in NZ. Worth every penny.
Ash Ridge Winery offers a unique experience with a variety of high-quality wines and delectable small plates that perfectly complement each other. The winery boasts both indoor and outdoor seating options, including a serene garden setting. On weekends, guests can enjoy artisanal products from local vendors while being entertained by live music performances. Additionally, the wine festival at Ash Ridge Winery is an unforgettable experience with mouth-watering slow BBQ and refreshing wine cocktails served in modern facilities complete with games for added entertainment value.
We enjoyed the wine at Ash Ridge and bought some to take home.
However, as wine is down to personal taste I’m not going to delve any deeper than to say we enjoyed many of the tastings on offer.
The facility was very nice and provided seating options inside or out, plenty of shade available from the sun and some outdoor games too.
We were looked after buy the owner who was friendly and knowledgeable without being overbearing. Toilets were also clean and modern.
Definitely worth a visit you won’t be disappointed.
phil — Google review
People's on a quiet, wet Wednesday we drive up their long metal drive trying to avoid the many potholes as best we could. It definitely requires some remedial work!
The wines were all very nice & easy to drink, (especially the Riesling) for our palettes & the blue cheese & chicken pizza was really full of flavours. The very knowledgeable service guy was super welcoming & friendly. Definitely worth a visit with plenty of spacious, outdoor seating on a fine sunny day.
Steve Franklin
Rotorua
Steve Franklin — Google review
Tracey was an absolute star, took care of us very well. The pizzas were very good value for money and overall.. a great atmosphere ✨ 5 stars!
Connor _Nolan — Google review
Popped into this winery for a quick tasting. They were serving some nice looking lunches. Not all wines were available for tasting so took some cab sav on spec.
Oceania Marine — Google review
What a stunning spot with some of the friendliest people we met on our bike tour. Wines were awesome, and the wine club is a cool idea. Highly recommended a visit.
Bryan Middleton — Google review
Super special place! Very good wines paired by small (or large) delicious plates.
There are indoors and outdoors tables in a very pleasant garden.
We were there on a Sunday when several artisans were showcasing / selling their products. On top of that there was live music and the singer was EXCELLENT!
I highly recommend a visit to this winery.
Cecilia Teixeira — Google review
Fabulous antipasto lunch board ! Exceptional wine tasting hosted by friendly and knowledgeable staff. Special thankyou to Ethan and Tahlia!! Not forgetting the wines are created with great care, hence delectable.
Mark Long — Google review
A lovely winery setting with views to Te Mata Peak. Wine tasting with Grace was great fun. She was knowledgable, fun and informative. Good food options, the cheese platter was a fave. The wines are lovely and the Elodie bubbles is delicious. Would highly recommend.
Debby McRobbie — Google review
Nice wines in a relaxed familial atmosphere ! Definitely worth a try !
Thibault Fortuny — Google review
Wine festival was Awesome!! Black Betty slow bbq & live music with clean & modern facilities & games. Not to mention delicious wines & wine cocktails
Kath Jackson — Google review
Great place had the Platter and Wine Testing. Freindly and make you feel welcome.
Splash Planet is a seasonal theme park located in New Zealand that boasts of an excellent waterpark, mini golf, train rides and beach volleyball. It offers a wide variety of attractions including lazy river, big pool, jeep and train rides, as well as warm water pools for those who are not brave enough to go down the cold water slides. The park also has ample space for families to have BBQs and enjoy some quality time together under the sails.
Great family fun at a pretty good price. Great day to hire a BBQ sit under the the sails and enjoy some family time. Rides and slides are just as good adults as the are children. They do have a warm water pool and slide until your brave enough to go down the cold water slides which are pretty cool
Nick Wilson — Google review
Fun. Fun. Fun. Sadly didn't get to explore the whole water park but we had arrived mid day with 3 kids, youngest 4... so I would say to make the most of it, get there in the morning. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Naomi Tulaga — Google review
We had Goodtime Pies Whanau day here 9/12/23. Staff were friendly and very helpful before entry so we had no problems getting our large group through the doors. We had a good area reserved with tables and seats and cover. A big thank you to the splash planet staff for helping make our day awesome and hassel-free. Was a Great day!!!
James Spooner — Google review
When arriving the family and I were greeted by a friendly and professional staff member, that set the tone for the entire day. I bought tickets online and the process of entering the park was easy and quick.
Once we entered the park, it was clean, well maintained and generally just a nice place to be.
The pools were clean, the bathrooms were clean and for a parent with a young child the presence of lifeguards at every pool made the experience a lot less stressful.
When it was time for a bite to eat, we had plenty of options and the ice-cream was delicious.
I will gladly recommend the park to anyone and especially for families looking for a fun day out
Jaco Dreyer — Google review
Splash Planet is the best Waterpark in New Zealand hands down. They have waterslides, lazy river, big pool and even jeep and train rides. Parking can be challenging, so it pays to get there early at opening time, then get a good spot where you can even set up a tent. Check their website for the opening and closing dates each year
William Lin — Google review
The kids have had an absolute blast and we can't wait to visit again next season, it was well worth the drive from Tauranga to see how much our family enjoyed it here, so much to do, dry rides like go karts, train ride and loads to do in the water like bumper boats and so many hydroslides, we will definitely be back, really recommend a visit if you're in Hastings/Napier area.
The only single criticism I have, is that on a hot day here, there aren't any water/drinking fountains, and being an attraction of this scale I would have thought there should've been, once we'd ran out of drinking water that we brought there was nowhere to refill our bottles.
Glynn Yeardley — Google review
Great day at Splash Planet Hastings, heaps to do, wonderful staff. The Mokos are having a blast 👍
Wilma Wiremu — Google review
The online ticketing system is rubbish. You have to create an account which is absurd, didn't matter in the end as it wouldn't work for me confirming my email as it would send me to an error page. So I was punished with full price for having to pay at the gate, it's a couple of dollars cheaper per ticket if you pay online.
The park itself is really good and the staff were very pleasant. I'd recommend arriving 20-30mins early and reserving a picnic spot for your bags and towels.
The food is pretty good but I'd recommend taking a picnic. It's quite expensive and you have to wait a while. I waited for 25mins for a burger.
Try to get the go-karts done early on as the queues are consistently long throughout the day. It will close early too, I think it closed around 4pm.
Scott Weller — Google review
Get here early to get parking & so u can enter early to secure a shaded spot for the family. We spent the morning time in the outdoor & indoor pools & the slides & afternoon exploring the other part of the park, from Mini Gold to Off Road Jeeps. The train ride along the park is a fun ride along the perimeter and my pics were taken during this ride.
Some rides like the off road jeeps close much earlier than the park does so plan your itinerary.
Would definitely go again and spend the day!
Cloyd D'Mello — Google review
Fun but very cold. All outdoor pools are NOT heated, so the water is freezing outside. I recommend wearing a wetsuit. Book online to avoid long wait in queue. Once you enter the park, be prepared for long queues everywhere (Hydroslides, Bumper Boats, Go Karts) and Warning: a lot of kids push in the queues. The park was first build in 1998, so a lot of it is dated. Changing Rooms & Toilets need to be better maintained. They were filthy. Plenty of CarParking and the food is good (hot chips, pizza, ice cream etc).
L C — Google review
A great place to take the kiddies! Fun for adults as well. There's 3 sets of tickets. 1 where you can go on all the rides/slides and swim. 2 where you're only allowed to swim and slides. 3 spectator (but you can jump on train and merry go round with the babies)
Take your own shade and bbq if you want to. There's some greedy space hoggers there. Don't get me wrong, there is still tables and chairs, but they're not in the best areas.
Roimata Rangiaho — Google review
Our family traveled over from Gisborne. First time here with the kids and the park was actually amazing. Kids thoroughly enjoyed their time here. Lots of pools for everyone to enjoy. Lines weren't too long even though it was Xmas eve so I'd say pretty busy.
Plenty of room on the grass to park up with a picnic which you could tell there were some very experienced locals that had quite a good setup with Marquees and BBQ etc. Definitely would encourage people to take their own lunch or pop down the road as we did try the Hotdog from the shop there and it was terribly disappointing. The bread was stale, Lack of sauce and overall just not good at all so threw $6.50 of our money in the garbage.
The train ride was super fun for everyone. Great way to see the park and where everything is so would recommend heading that way first after a quick dip to cool down. The inside pool was packed and very poorly lit in there so felt very dark and a tad creepy miss 11 said. We steered clear and stuck too the outdoor pools.
There are toilets to your left as soon as you enter the park but the changing rooms are across the volleyball area which is quite a hike when you first get in with excited kids and a million bags to carry so would be a tad easier if they were closer as the kids just wanted to make a mad dash and ditch me.
Prices are great and Definitely in our opinion worth it. Would happily spend that to get into this place.
Overall great place to spend the day with your kids of all ages. Will definitely be returning throughout summer.
Mel Brown — Google review
Almost like rainbows end was when it first started out. Smaller less clamorous rides, but shorter lines and probably a lot more fun. The swimming pools were freezing cold in the indoor pools Luke warm. A great day had by the whole family.
P Taylor — Google review
Splash planet was fun although it was a cold and very windy day which made the outdoor pool like swimming in the Antarctic🥶 and had to keep going to the inside pool to get warm which was only Luke warm and packed because everyone was doing the same🤣 On the up side of the weather being cold it wasnt that packed so there were no lines for any of the rides that we went on.
We ate from the food store right outside the indoor pools, We had the splash basket for $12 which had 2 mini hotdogs, fish bites, chips, onion rings and squid rings which I thought was really good for the price. And also 2 cheese burgers which were simple but very delicious.
I brought our tickets online which was a fast entry into the place instead of having to line up.
We also got a locker for the day for $10 which was so handy. It fit 2 back packs and we squeezed 2 pairs of adult shoes in it while swimming. Like when I say squeezed I mean we had to push the door shut🤷♀️ But it worked.
We got there bang on opening and did all the rides and activities first before swimming in case it got busy later on. Recommend you do that.
And last but not least. The Kaitiaki walking around the grounds, the staff in the cafe, the food stall, the rides, the gift shop on exiting were just awesome awesome awesome. Nothing was a bother, and so happy to show and help us find our way around the place. And love that they spoke Te reo even if it was just a Kia Ora whanau. Felt so welcoming. Thank you guys so much.
Whanau who come from Tauranga for a swim😁👊🙌👏
Riki Butler — Google review
Mean spot for a family day out! Very experienced and on to it staff. Zero tolerance for any bad behavior, and it's stamped out straight away. Young or old staff. Thanks for a great day, team. Well done. Plenty of spaces for carparks no stress
Brian Lai — Google review
No honestly, it was great! Ignore the comments about cold water. It was 22° full cloud and lovely!! If you swim in the sea, river or lakes, you'll be right!! Staff were great, maybe 2 minutes to get in, 2 minutes on the slides, bit longer for bumper boats & things as they take longer to use. Felt very safe, life guards a plenty! Heaaaps of hot food on offer. One thing, the lockers are small!!! I'd suggest two or more. Especially if u packed lunch like the two of us did.
Sarah Vandenberg (Madaz11) — Google review
We spent whole day and still missed many activities. The water playground was so much fun
This is great family place for picnic, birthday party and all kid ages.
Ngan Truong — Google review
Amazing for kids. Super fun. Highly recommend it. Arrive early to secure your place on the shade. Recommend bringing beverages and food to spend the day and ear more healthy. There are food options, but those are limited and mostly kids / junk food.
The Hawkes Bay Farmers Market is a vibrant gathering of local producers, artisans, and craftspeople held every Sunday morning in Hastings. It offers an abundance of freshly squeezed juices, pickles, preserves, chocolate, locally-grown produce, meat, seafood, hot coffee and more. The market is a haven for food enthusiasts and locavores alike with its lively atmosphere and friendly vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables, handcrafted cheeses, baked goods as well as homemade unique foods.
We had perfect Autumn sunshine. Great variety of food. Mixture of fresh fruit and vegetables as well as ready to eat, and other craft produce, jams, sauces, breads etc. Well worth the visit. Such a friendly atmosphere. Enjoyed every minute.
Dellwyn Ellis — Google review
Always great visiting the local farmer's market on Sundays. We had an extra bonus last week when the local secondary young enterprise groups were selling their products. Great local food. Highly recommend the fresh juices, pies and cakes.
Kirsten Webster — Google review
We had some extra time on a Sunday afternoon and decided to stop by this farmers market. They had live music which was enjoyable to listen to as well as fresh fruits and vegetables and lots of homemade unique foods. We had a Korean sandwich which was very interesting. Also, fresh juices which were delicious homemade cheeses, breads and honey. It was relaxing and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you have some time and want to taste some fresh local food.
Melinda Jennings — Google review
A great farmers markets, a must if you're in the area every Sunday.
Plenty of local produce, with all the stuff you expect to find plus a few extras like specialty Gin, I didn't expect that.
Live music just adds to a great atmosphere.
Trevor Reid — Google review
Great place to go on a Sunday morning for a walk and a coffee.....with lots of yummy things to buy & eat...
Mr Moto — Google review
Last week was Christmas market🎅🌲
There are food trucks and some lovely shops. Crepe, donuts, blueberry gelato and more kinds.
Great atmosphere and cozy time!
MAI SATO — Google review
One of my highlights everytime I go to Hastings. Been visiting for years and it’s always such a great way to spend a Sunday morning. Awesome selection of locally sourced food and drinks. Family friendly and currently dog friendly as they trial letting dogs come so your furry mates get to enjoy the fun. Highly recommend.
Scott Devonport — Google review
This market has the freshest produce I have ever seen. Particularly the Japanese grapes were huge and SO juicy. And the Hapi Ora cultured cashew cheeses - all 3 flavours were delicious, and they deliver nationwide.
It was a perfect way to spend a Sunday morning with good coffee samples of great local food and friendly helpful vendors.
Anita Leslie — Google review
Amazing market, great atmosphere, love the live music, easy parking, great range of hot food drinks etc & fresh produce, veges fruits meats seafood, wines, oils, plants & more, wonderful community spirit & supporting local 👍
Michael Purvis — Google review
Lovely outdoors market. Great selection of stalls with some very unique offerings from venison black pudding to award winning cheeses from Hohepa (may be incorrectly spelt). With the markets being so popular it's a great way to spend a morning. The queues were a little long for bread and coffee but only as I had elsewhere to be that morning, as it was Easter. The stalls I visited were moderate in cost but the quality of the products were amazing, especially the cheese. A great family outing, with a large tree out the front to play on for the kids or an excellent escape from the kids. Totally recommend a visit.
Shayden Evans — Google review
First time there and very big for farmer's market and enjoy the day there as it is Sunday morning, time to enjoy and relax. Lots of yummy local delicious food to taste and try. 😁
Jeannie Wang — Google review
Great place for an artisan market. Not much in the terms of veges, which is a bit odd given the name 'Farmers Market'
Mind you, I'm not from Hawkes Bay, and this is just a bit after the devastation from Cyclone Gabriel. So maybe there used to be heaps of veges.
Either way, the atmosphere is great. The crafts are even better. Massive fan of the cured venison and game meats vendors.
Hawthorne coffee is probably Wellington worthy as 🤣
Billy Joshi — Google review
Great food, fresh veges, bread, pastry, coffee, cheese, olive oil, smoked fish, salami, French waffles and juice. Awesome music and relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommended.
Kennedy — Google review
What a great market! Absolutely stoked we got along. Food and coffee options were excellent, and parking and exiting was a breeze.
Sean Mac — Google review
Delightful experience dodging the rain showers (but I had an umbrella 😁). Bought some sourdough "raisins and pecan" bread to take home. Had a bacon sandwich with an egg (was still putting things back in my wallet when it was called out) followed by a large Tropicana fruit juice. Both were delicious.
Tony W — Google review
The Hawke's Bay Farmers Market is a delightful haven for food enthusiasts and locavores alike.
Nestled in the heart of the region, it boasts an array of fresh, locally sourced produce, artisanal crafts, and delectable treats.
From vibrant fruits and vegetables to handcrafted cheeses and baked goods, there's something to tantalize every taste bud.
The lively atmosphere, coupled with friendly vendors passionate about their craft, creates an inviting experience for visitors.
Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply appreciate quality ingredients, the Hawke's Bay Farmers Market is a must-visit destination that celebrates the best of the region's bounty.
Niraj N.T. — Google review
Lovely variety of different veg and fruit. Pastries to live for.
Coffee is excellent though be prepared to queue
Robert gastaldo-brac — Google review
This is the best farmers market we've ever been to!!! Have been three times now, and it never disappoints!! The photos of the food were all curated from the market and were very delicious!
Grab a hot coffee, walk around and sample the goods, oils, breads, sauces, cheeses, meats and usually there is an amazing musician playing and lifting the vibe. Well recommended, heaps of parking too
Bryce Jamieson — Google review
Lovely market. Lots of produce and honey and more. Music. Love going even if I only get one thing.
Christina Abramowicz — Google review
Nice open fresh air market with a lot to offer in farm fresh foods. Dog friendly. Ample parking.
warren mills — Google review
This is the best and largest farmers market i have ever been in the North Island! Plenty of fresh vegetables, fruits, artisan breads, sweet treats, meats, cheese, honey, smoke meats, sauces and condiments,eggs, cooked food like pizza, sandwich, dosa, coffee and many more!! The price was very reasonable and affordable given the quality of fresh produce we received. We have tried products of the Chef's garden @Epicurean, Good Chow NZ condiments, Telegraph Hill Olive oil, Monsieur Macaron, The Bacon Sandwich Co, Yeast Coast Baking, Haralds Bread World and some natural lamb and mint sausages from The Organic Farm Butchery. All of the products are of very high quality with discounted price only found in the market. Will be back again!!
Vincent Wong — Google review
We didn't realise how big and popular the Hawkes Bay Farmers Market was until we got there! We thought it was really good. We had the bacon roll from Holly Bacon and it was delicious! I also bought some fruit seed and nut muesli from Peggy Daring after trying the sample. The danish and some sort of pizza bread from Haralds Bread World were also nice. Unfortunately we had a limited time so we weren't able to check out all the stalls. We did buy some apples to juice. We will definitely come back though. 😀
Wonderful hospitality with a wonderful wine tasting very professional stuff a lot of interesting wine types. We just love it.
sharon shperling — Google review
The environment is very welcoming, and the staff make you feel at home. The selection of wines are good and if you're doing a tasting, the staff are really great at weaving the profiles to the origins of the wine. The atmosphere could be more invested, but it's fine for a stop over.
Ihaia Rollo — Google review
This place is amazing. The wines are unique & beautiful and the host help with a passion. If you like wine, this is not to be missed. Thanks to Lee and the chef who makes the platters.
Ros de Oliveira — Google review
We really enjoyed our wine tasting at Sileni! The vineyard is quite lovely, while the cellar door is very nice and modern. The wines were excellent and interesting, while our server was very knowledgeable and helpful. Definitely recommend!
Anne-Marie — Google review
Thank you so much for a great time at Selini! We loved the wines and the people here; this is truly a gem of a place! A special thanks to Dom, our sommelier, who walked us through the wines with great patience and a great sense of humour. I am sorry that I hadn’t heard of this place sooner, and I’m very much looking forward to visiting again. As a side note, it is a beautiful place to visit, a welcoming entrance, the tasting room and patio are beautiful, and we really felt well looked after here.
Erin Sturgess — Google review
Fine wine. Platter 5 star. Great
Place
andrew young — Google review
We had a great wine tasting with Lee at Selini. He was very patient and knowledgeable and let us taste a few extra wines for comparison. The wines were just fabulous. We particularly enjoyed the Syrah. Well worth a visit
Mike Gent — Google review
On 13th January 2024, a group of us popped in to purchase wine and inquire as to whether we could also purchase dessert. We were immediately, not so much told, but implied by a very harrased (it was busy and they were short staff or so it appeared) gentlemen that a tour bus was due so you may as well forget about good service or being treated as an appreciated potential customer. He scoffed at us for wanting to try a dessert wine asking us if we were all dessert wine people. Long story short, we left without making a purchase or feeling valued as customers. Two of us had never been to Seleni before so this was not a pleasant first impression. We had previously been to two wineries on Highway 50 that same day experiencing far superior service.
Lynley Owen — Google review
Had a wonderfully informative and delicious wine-tasting at Selini yesterday in the most idyllic surroundings. Dom made us feel right at home and walked us through a wonderful selection of wines, taking the time to explain each one to us. We will definitely be back and bring our friends next time as this Hawkes Bay winery is not to be missed. Outsanding!
Sheri Pradel — Google review
Amazing experience! My husband and I did the wine tasting here and had the deli platter to complement it. Everything was so tasty. I especially liked the Savignon Blanc and the Semillon but what made this a 5 star spot was the service. Chris was our server and he had such passion for wine making. We learned a lot from him and it just overall made our experience so pleasant. Be sure to pop by! Only $10 for the wine tasting and the cheese and meat board was $45. You bet that we bought some wine for the family back home!
Celine Seah — Google review
This was the first winery on the list when my girlfriends and I took a weekend trip here, and it was a great place to start. We sat outside, and the space was gorgeous! Lee guided us through a well-rounded tasting of 6 very different, very delicious wines. Lee was incredibly kind and personable too, he made us laugh and left us with fond memories of the Sileni Winery! I hope to come back soon ❤️
Lacey Dahlstrom — Google review
Very nice winery with a great host who made our visit interesting and tasty. The venue is amazingly large and has a shop to buy everything from cheese knifes, to cheese to glassware.
Trinity Hill Wines is located in the heart of the Gimblett Gravels wine region and offers a remarkable cellar door experience. The impressive five-meter-high ceilings and expansive lawn create an inviting atmosphere for wine tastings. Guests can enjoy outdoor games, umbrellas, and stunning views while savoring their wines. The winery's staff members are highly praised for providing exceptional service, making every visit special.
I have never had a bad experience here! Consistently friendly and informative staff who are so happy to help with any questions and nothing is too much to ask from them. Great quality wine and delicious food which is really value for money. Great ambiance at their cellar door, they really do put quality wines on show and know what they are talking about, but patient for amateur tasters like myself. Looking forward to visiting again!
Erin Sturgess — Google review
If you're in the Hawkes Bay or just travelling through the Trinity Hill winery is a must visit.
We loved the hospitable and informative staff, the superb wine tasting options, delicious platters (we had the Terrine board, perfect for two, be fine for three).
The couches are super lush and comfortable if you're lucky enough to get them!
If you buy a bottle of wine the tasting becomes free - can't get a better deal than this!
Would definitely recommend as a winery worth checking out.
Wheelchair and dog friendly.
Ray C — Google review
A must do winery tasting. Great concept of taking turns to talk about the wine. Beautiful platter of food as well.
Margie Sawtell — Google review
We had the best ever wine tasting experience with Chris Yesterday. His knowledge and passion about wine made the time with him a memorable. We tried many different wines and came away with a Love for Trinity wine It is a must stop when in the Napier Region.
heather slook — Google review
My experience at Trinity Hill was nothing short of amazing!!! My mum and I came for a wine tasting as a joint Mother's Day and Birthday celebration and we were utterly blown away.
Firstly, this winery is bloody gorgeous, amazing music and seating outside & giant jenga to play in the sun! It is also very peaceful and spacious.
Secondly, both the platters and the wine were delicious. All supplied with local ingredients and nibbles and the wines were all lovely (highly recommend a tasting tray).
And finally, the service was INCREDIBLE. We first had a lovely young blonde serve us and take our order - with amazing skills and knowledge about the wine. Then an older woman with dark hair served us and we were blown away. Her kindness, her chat and her all around interest in us was lovely. We had an incredible chat and felt like really valued humans. She also took off a glass of wine as a birthday gift!
An experience i'd do all over again in a heart beat.
Molly Blanchard — Google review
Thoroughly recommend coming out to Trinity Hill wines! They have lots on offer ~ wine tasting with platters available, an extensive menu and absolutely brilliant service from friendly, knowledgeable staff, with lots of comfortable outdoor and indoor seating. Chris, Charlotte and cellardoor team made us so welcome and our visit memorable, thank you all. (Stunning wines too!)
Mary Skinner — Google review
We stopped by as part of our "bike the vineyards" tour recently. I recommend going on a summer Sunday, as they have live music. It was a great stop for a snack and to chat with our friends - the tasting is self-guided and the wines are good.
Lindzey “LZ” Kobiske — Google review
Wonderfully friendly staff and felt so welcome. Pre-booked as required for wine tasting and different price options for this which was nice to see.
(They offer option for non-booked to buy wine by glass).
Enjoyed the olives and garlic bread, as others have commented on.
Hugh Smith — Google review
Had a great wine tasting session with Rahil, Britney and Cynthia. All had great knowledge of their wines and their neighbouring vineyards to give excellent recommendations.
Wine tasting menu also offered great locally sourced foods and flexibility when choosing the wines we wanted to try out.
Chloe Chiang — Google review
I came again this year for my birthday. Shout out to Cris who made the wine tasting special for my Bday occasion. This added to the experience so thanks Cris....This is a must stop for a wine tasting. I been a few times when in the area. Grab some friends/family and go enjoy a tasting. The staff are amazing. Hope you Trinty hills relise what an asset you have with your team. Thank you Cris and Mr Auhil for looking after us. We had done few tastings and just had very poor service from Mission estate. So very refreshing to receive wonderful service from a team that cares.
Leigh Macdonald — Google review
Absolutely shocking service. Person serving did not listen to our wine order. Waited over an hour.
Be good if people serving knew what they were doing
Graham Booth — Google review
We had a wonderful tasting and the staff was extremely professional and helped us out a lot. Definitely a must go.
On our visit, there didn't appear to be much bird life, and one of the walkways was closed off due to damage. Would have been more appealing if there was information about what birds may be seen here.
Able to walk around it in less than half an hour.
CCTV in the car park, so I'm not sure if that's a good or a bad thing.
Robbo — Google review
Great little peaceful walk amongst native trees and regenerating wetlands. Easy parking just off the main road.
M N Scott — Google review
Excellent to see the improvement of this wetland
Gary Hambleton — Google review
A bit of a forsaken place, but the best pictures ever. Also, there are a lot of birds. A nice walk through a swamp via docks
Elvira Gandelman — Google review
Stop. Just trust me on this. Stop and walk the boardwalks. You may see rare birds. However, please stay on the paths. Do not try and get under the boardwalk as it is only muddy waters.
Byron Elvey — Google review
Very nice walk around the pond... The black swans (and their babies!) were a pleasant surprise
Cornwall Park is a picturesque green space with well-established trees and walking paths. Alongside an aviary, the park also boasts amenities such as a cricket field and playground suitable for all ages. Although it can be busy, there are plenty of seating options available for older visitors to enjoy the surroundings. The park offers diverse flora and fauna, including charming ducks that eagerly await feeding from park-goers.
Visiting Cornwall Park was an absolute delight! From the moment I stepped foot into this serene oasis, I was captivated by the lush greenery, tranquil atmosphere, and the sense of history that permeates every corner. The sprawling grounds offer a perfect blend of natural beauty and carefully manicured landscapes, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll, a family picnic, or simply unwinding amidst nature's embrace.
The majestic trees provide ample shade on a sunny day, while the expansive lawns invite visitors to spread out and relax. The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the iconic One Tree Hill, standing tall as a symbol of resilience and heritage. Climbing to the summit rewarded me with breathtaking panoramic views of Auckland city and beyond, a moment I'll cherish forever.
What truly sets Cornwall Park apart is its commitment to preserving its heritage and fostering a sense of community. The historic buildings, such as the elegant Acacia Cottage, offer a glimpse into the park's rich past, while the myriad of events and activities cater to people of all ages and interests.
Whether you're a nature enthusiast, history buff, or simply seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, Cornwall Park is a gem waiting to be explored. With its timeless beauty and warm hospitality, it's no wonder why it holds a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike. A must-visit destination for anyone craving a slice of tranquility and natural splendor.
Samantha — Google review
Lovely park and garden to stroll, play and hang out with. Downside: Heaps of people. Most of them noisy and even cyclists have no respect for pedestrians.
AME 43 — Google review
Great playground. Plenty of seating for older family members. Playground also caters for all ages.
Emma Capper — Google review
Surprisngly nice gardens tucked away in the suburbs. There is a chinese themed gardens which was sponsered by a chinese government. Playground is new and very well made large and tall looks like alot of fun. A small greenhouse which is serene and full of slightly more exotic plants.
James Thompson — Google review
One of the nicest parks. Really great children's play area.
Janet Weston — Google review
Beautiful open area with loads for the whole family to enjoy. The play area and water play is great and safe, also the greenhouse, chinese garden, magnolia patch (amazing), pond area and birds of paradise enclosure.
Paul Weekley — Google review
Beautiful park with cute ducks who are waiting to be fed. A wide variety of flora and fauna
D Wind — Google review
Well developed playground here for above 2yo, including water play, slide, monkey bar, etc. Lovely place to stop in Hastings
Rikki Mitchell Family — Google review
Nice Park! Vaguely reminiscent of Queen Elizabeth in Masterton. Just less water and birds like ducks and gulls. Further exploration required. However, I can already see that it is a great venue for walkers and joggers, and has great potential for picnics and spending time with friends and family.
Larus Dominicanus — Google review
I've been bringing my kids here for years & the upgrades have been amazing, colorful kids love it, with a nice atmosphere. The Chinese garden , green house & newly done up bird Avery is very nice. Plenty of field space to play ball-rush ☺️. Fantastic park.
kirstin makea — Google review
Great park! It has the best toddlers playground we've found since moving to the bay. The kids loved it, even the 15 month old, as there's heaps to look at and do. Playground not as good for older kids, but they still have their area and seem to thoroughly enjoy it.
Playground also has a splash pad, so will be great on those hot summer days.
There is also lots of seating, and plenty of grass area for picnics. The younger kids will also love seeing the ducks in the pond.
All round it's a great park, and a must do if you have kids and are in the Hastings area.
Rob Hannagan — Google review
Great park.
Take a picnic basket with👌
Biebsie Bruwer — Google review
Great place for all ages. Lovely playground for the kids, neat walking through the bush area, china garden & hot house, a huge grass area to run around or picnic plus the bird aviary improved since last visit. Took our visitor from London
Irene McIntosh — Google review
Beautiful park! Great for outdoor walks, jogging, and just chillin'.
Jun Calo — Google review
Fabulous Park for all ages. Of course I preferred it when I was growing up as we had amazing scary stuff to test us, plus a fantastic paddling pool, which is sadly gone. The trees and gardens are beautiful, plus a duck pond, Avery and Begonia House. So a good Free outing for all
Jenny Traveller — Google review
The park area is awesome. Safe as for the kiddos. Situated by a fountain with ducks. A big size field right there also for games, etc
Rick Hayes — Google review
Lovely park, beautiful tress and very scenic.
Terry Howes — Google review
One of the best parks in Hastings. Very great for the kids. During summer time, the water shower is turned on which adds more fun for the kids.
Great spot to sit on the grass and have a picnic.
Heaps of parking around the park, so that is never an issue.
If you want to walk, you can walk from the duck pond to the bird's nest. It is also close to the Chinese garden area like.
Definitely our go-to for the kids on a weekend or weekday.
A great winery with very friendly staff and the building and grounds look amazing.
We didn't have the pizza but it really smelled great
Andrew Schulz — Google review
Stopped by for a drink drink and meal on our way to Napier and very happy we did. There was live music so the atmosphere was great. The place was busy so we had to wait a while to order and the anti pasto platter has sold out. We had some pizza and the beer flight - which was delicious, the pizza was average but lovely day out and service was nice.
Rosie — Google review
I really want to like this place. They have tried hard to make this child friendly by providing a range of outdoor activities. But what has let them down is that they allow smoking and have a dog which roams the tables. So we ended up being surrounded by secondhand smoke while the dog harassed us for our pizza. The wine and beer is super average and pizzas are poor. Their only redeeming quality is their cider which is decent.
David Russell — Google review
Enjoyed our visit here, great service and venue. Good price on wines.
Chloe Xu — Google review
The wines were widely varied. Full flavors. A sweet riesling bordering ice wine that was rich and lovely. One of the best vineyards we've ever been to.
Tim Schmal — Google review
The food was awesome. Great seating and dining space.Good service , friendly staff. They have a good range of wine and beer options to choose from.
Dominic Joseph — Google review
A really nice spot and the outdoor setting under the trees is perfect, so relaxing with plenty of tables. Service is great and food is perfect for this type of venue. Was really busy but we didn’t wait long to be served or for our food to arrive. Very friendly staff and the Alien APA was top stuff, very nice wines as well. Highly recommended.
Dick Borgdorff — Google review
A very sophisticated venue, with great prices on their tasting paddles (cider/beer). Would definitely visit again when I'm back in the region.
Karne Steel — Google review
One of the worst winery experiences I’ve ever had, and I’ve had a few. The staff were completely overwhelmed with the number of people present, they only had one person serving and it took over 25mins standing in line to order a wine tasting. After we got to the front, we found out that they’d sold out of half the menu items, so ordered a pizza. The pizza never arrived, and we sat there for an hour. The wines were very heavy pours and some of the most acidic and poorly balanced wines I’ve ever tasted. Give this one a VERY wide berth unless you just want to sit in the sun and listen to live music and drink water.
Sophie Eustace — Google review
A group of 4 of us dined here on 13th January 2024. We dined on delicious blue cheese and Margherita pizzas, washing them down with a selection of wines, smoothies and ciders. The surroundings are lovely, lots of trees and umbrellas for shade. Ample seating. A large car park. A duo was playing music on a stage in the grounds where bean bags were scattered below for patrons to enjoy the music and ambience. This is a child and pet friendly place. Attentive, friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.
Lynley Owen — Google review
Gorgeous little spot of sunshine for drinks with friends and family.
Royal Reed — Google review
Beautiful venue, amazing atmospshere , delious food and wines x
stacey spendlove — Google review
Great wine, beer, and food selections. There was live music on Saturday while we were there. A small selection of indoor seating and a lot of covered outdoor seating. It was a fun place to spend a couple hours even on a rainy day.
Stephanie Moulton — Google review
Beautiful vineyard with lovely wines that had great food in offer. Met the owner who is a kind gentleman and shared great knowledge on the history and how they developed and started the winery.
Absolutelt beautiful place & garden settings.
The Zeffer Cider bar was first established in Matakana, located north of Auckland, back in 2008. The brand has been obtaining their apples from Hawkes Bay for a number of years and due to the growth and success of their acclaimed cider product, the team decided to relocate closer to the source of their fruit. This move allowed them to produce delicious ciders including zero alcohol options.
For the product purchase at retail from the NZ version of Woolies this is amazing in the balance of spice to apple cider. Please expand your market. It is dangerously tasty. Use with appropriate caution and all necessary approvals. Bravo.
Lee Harris — Google review
Great visit on a glorious Saturday afternoon. Taster plaster of 4 ciders for $15. Pick and mix of cheese, meats and crisps also available or you can take your own picnic to enjoy in the orchard. Lovely wedding venue.
Laura Heyes — Google review
Actually heaven on earth. Highly recommend staying next door at Meadowood if you can so you can just walk over. The lawn at Zeffer is a fantastic place to chill and play lawn games with a paddle or a glass of delicious cider. You can grab a chopping board and create your own cheese board with salami and breads too. There's even a 0% alcohol version of their crisp apple cider which is super tasty so your sober driver definitely won't feel left out or hard done by! Great to visit when they have events with live music and food trucks. Lots of flagons and cans to stock up and take home. Well priced. Family friendly. Lovely, clean facilities, super friendly and helpful staff. Loved it.
Tabitha Frazer — Google review
Beautiful place with amazing cider. One of my favourite places to go to.
Lisa Kennedy — Google review
The tasting in the Cidery, was one of of the best experiences I've ever done! The different kinds of Cider, especially the apple crumble, was really delicious. Also good view with a nice opportunity to sit outside. The employees are really helpful, friendly and have good knowledge about cider and the production. Prices are really really cheap and there are a lot of different tastes, you can especially buy here. Would definitely come back.
Catharina Kahler — Google review
Can I give this place a 10/5 please? It’s amazing! We randomly saw it on our drive back to Bay of Plenty. I’ve had their beer here but didn’t know they weren’t based in the Bay of Plenty. So happy we found them! Bought three growlers filled with beer. Everything was SO tasty! I am in love with the Apple crumble cider! Such a chill place. We wish we lived closer so we could come every weekend.
Mary — Google review
The cider here is delicious. Even the zero alcohol drop. Friendly hosts. Great location. Decent food is the only thing missing for me (if there'd been some, I would have had another drink). A food truck perhaps if there is no space for a kitchen? I came here with a group of Ebike riders. And we were served promptly and politely. Thanks for the great experience.
Helen Wenley — Google review
Not a big cider drinker, but this stuff is 🔥! The taphouse is epic and a great way to while away a Sunday summer afternoon - always such a friendly, welcoming team.
Sam Talbot — Google review
Great place to come and taste a selection of flavours that they have on tap. They have some games you can play too. And you can buy to take home with you. Friendly people there.
Klaus — Google review
The Zeffer Cidery is a great summer destination. Take a break from wine tasting and sample a tasting flight of four ciders in a sunny picturesque setting. You can buy bottles or flagons from the cellar door along with crackers and cheese to enjoy with your cider in the sun.
Great cellar door, lovely wine, wonderful hosts and gorgeous location, what more can I say!!! Worth a visit.
Richard James (RIVICA Investigations) — Google review
I was one in a group of 4 who visited on 13th January 2024. We had some tastings then decided on 3 delicious dessert wines to purchase. We were greeted, engaged with and treated like we were appreciated customers. A friendly experience. Thank you. Would recommend 👌
Lynley Owen — Google review
Wonderful family vineyard… great atmosphere, beautiful backdrop and amazing wines. What more could you ask for?
Bronwen Green — Google review
Thanks, Loma! Amazing tasting - super friendly and informative. We loved the Navigator, the Beatrix and actually everything! Great spot.
Zoë Bowden — Google review
Loma was an amazing host and guide through our tastings. View was beautiful. 10/10 service.
Etienne Theron — Google review
Very friendly, knowledgeable staff who made the wine tasting a great experience
Stephen And Margaret Lindstrom — Google review
Cool winery with wonderful family history. Classy wines to boot.
Paul Bengree — Google review
10/10 experience every time we visit here.
These guys have an amazing range of exquisite wine and it is always a pleasure to visit.
Located in a great place with trees surrounding the main building.
Small operation run by a family.
Always try and visit whenever we are nearby.
Mitchell Bond — Google review
The owners were very accommodating - lovely people. The wine was impressive across the entire range. Excellent value for money (I bought much more than had originally intended for this reason).
Very highly recommend a visit.
Oak Estate Wines is a charming winery located in the sun-soaked region of Hawkes Bay. It boasts affordable prices for drinks and friendly, welcoming service. The atmosphere is laid-back with ample outdoor seating and entertainment options. Additionally, it offers delicious-looking food that's sure to tantalize your senses. As one of the smaller wineries in the area, Oak Estate Wines definitely deserves a visit and perhaps even a return trip in the future!
Was on the way to one of the bigger wineries in the area, but stumbled upon this little gem of a winery.
The prices for the drinks were very affordable compared to other places I had been to, and the service was super friendly and welcoming.
It has a very relaxed atmosphere, with plenty of seating out the back, and a few games to help pass the time.
I didn't try any of the food there, but it certainly looked and smelt good. A return trip will be on the cards one day.
Paul Savage — Google review
We visited Oak Estate for lunch. The setting is beautiful, seated so close to the vines. The service, food, and wine were all superb. We both had the fish meal, it was delicious... and left a delightful lingering taste. Definitely recommended if you're in the area.
Ferry Hendrikx — Google review
We had a fabulous lunch at Oak wine Estate today. The Pork Belly was delicious and we loved the potatoes with a sensational dressing, yum. A very relaxing, friendly place and we definitely will come back.
Jan Smeath — Google review
Excellent. We were referred here by another winery that was closed. Thank goodness! We wouldn’t have found it ourselves. Attentive, knowledegable, friendly (but not overbearing). Perfect lunch out. Highly recommended.
Ged Gillmore — Google review
Oak Estate is a tranquil, understated winery where we had an amazing platter, accompanied by a tasting of five wines we selected to try. Our hosts were welcoming and knowledgeable - we will definitely be back and thoroughly recommend you visit them too 😊
Lydia Funnell — Google review
We’ve been eating at Oak Estate for a long time now and have NEVER had a meal I didn’t enjoy . Simon, Emma and team have created an exceptional gastronomic experience that is hard to beat in Hawke’s Bay or dare I add New Zealand. The wines are beautiful match to the food and being able to sit in the vines makes the experience so much more ethereal. We will be back again and again .
Mike Moloney — Google review
Absolutely loved this little place. There was seven in our group and we were well catered for. Got the scrumptious platter and did the wine tasting. Couldn’t get enough of the pâté and burnt butter so bought some to go as well as a couple wines! Reasonable prices and look forward to going back when I visit Hawkes bay!
Mikaela George — Google review
Great platters... Nice outdoor seating area and excellent service. Would highly recommend.
Paul Bisset — Google review
We were totally disorganized, rang at the last minute asking if Oak Estate could accommodate 8 people, and they said yes, no problems. We got there, what an amazing view, staff were amazing, food was so good too. We jad the Oak estate platters and Glazed Lamb Shoulders with Honey glazed carrots. Everything was so delicious we even ordered more. The kids loved the Lamb dish to the point that even the sauce on the plates disappeared! Oh I can't forget about the wine selection and the delicious potatoes too! Absolutely stunning. The staff went above and beyond for us, they were packed so could have easily said sorry were booked, but they let us in. Also a massive thanks for helping us with our daughter's dietary requirements.
Jason B — Google review
Had a work function here today!. Friendly, super helpful staff. Great location and the food was absolutely amazing!. Would definitely go here again soon!!
F LAMBERT — Google review
Lovely, unpretentious setting. Amazing staff. Wines were great (loved the Syrah and the Alba especially). Great chef, food is fantastic
Eric Sander — Google review
We are very upset that we do not live closer. Whether you're seeking a well-priced and absolutely delicious meal or a wine and cheese date with the girls, this hidden gem should be on the top of your list. From the inviting and relaxed atmosphere with Emma's hospitality, fun music and Chef Simon's culinary creations, every aspect of Oak Estate ticked our boxes. We can't wait to return on our next holiday to indulge in everything this humble yet wonderful team has to offer. Thank you for the wonderful food, we cannot pick a favourite as it was all soo good! And the wine recommendation was perfect to match.
Sorry that we can't come back sooner!
Dana Clayton — Google review
Lovely little wine estate with great food and wine tasting👍😁 Emma was amazing in her knowledge and services, highly recommend stopping by and relaxing in the outdoor seating areas. We loved the Rosè, Pinot Gris and Late harvest (bought takeaway bottles and the tasting was complimentary).
Lisa Rudden — Google review
What a great place. Got a recommendation to go there for lunch and Simon and his team did not disappoint. Great people, great food and the platter with all home made pates and other things was just fantastic.
Go there, you will not be disappointed!
Bo Samuelsson — Google review
100% recommend Oak Estate, lovely spot, great wine and the best pork I have ever eaten! Will definitely be visiting again
Victoria Watt — Google review
Great wines, delicious food, and friendly service. A nice place to stop for lunch with outdoor seating available at the back. They also sell some goods at the shop including homemade bread. The owners also run an Airbnb on the property if you’re looking for a quiet place to escape the city.
David Jiang — Google review
Recommend visiting Oak Estate. The wine tasting is great. The staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. A beautiful spot outside to sit. Food is great too.
The Funky Farm Petting Zoo and Kidz Play Toy Hire offers a fantastic animal experience with plenty of fun, interaction, and beautiful animals. Visitors can touch and pat almost all the animals while feeding them vegetables provided by the farm. The park also features a variety of kids' toys, a small park area, and ample space to roam around. Although it may be challenging to locate due to limited advertising, once found, it promises not to disappoint.
Awesome place to visit and bring your family and friends. Friendly and knowledgeable staff, you have the opportunity to be very interactive with the animals as in holding and feeding. Also has a play area for the kids. Perfect for birthdays and gatherings. Loads of parking, awesome place to spend the day and have fun
Surreal3sixty — Google review
If your children are into animals this is the place to go. Very interactive feeding the animals. Great experience. Awesome place to hold children's party. Fun day had by all
Ros Horan — Google review
Wow! This place will blow you away with fun, interaction and beautiful loving animals!
This is by far the best animal experience I've ever had! You can touch and pat nearly all the animals while hand feeding them veggies that are kindly provided and distributed throughout the farm. There's heaps of kids toys a little park and heaps of room!
It is a little hard to find, with not much advertising but you will not be disappointed!
Thankyou so much to the lovely ladies!
Something really magical and specail has been created here.
There's so many animals! Check out there website for a list!
Josie Lucy — Google review
our family truly enjoyed our visit here! the kids are still talking about the funky farm!
such a treat to have this avaliable for kids to learn about animals and of course feed them :D
Toby Young — Google review
Highly recommend a visit here. The animals are all very happy and friendly and the children really loved patting them and feeding them. The paddocks are nicely maintained and beautiful to walk around. Very safe for little ones. An awesome outing and we will definitely be back. Thanks!
Rebecca — Google review
Thank you Funky farm.
Family loved all the animals, play area, petting zoo, and cool Halloween party.
Staff are amazing!!!!
Going to share and tell everyone!!!!
Thank you
Angela Hunter — Google review
We love funky farm. The staff are always happy to chat for a while and show the kids the animals. We love that there is green food to feed the animals along the way if you kiddie has emptied their maize at the first goat.
Melanie Beaven — Google review
The ladies were friendly as and happy to answer our millions of questions about the ages and names and where the animals came from. And patient while our little ones held the lizard and Guinea pigs. I'd happily go back there again :)
Tina Moetara — Google review
Hands on experience. Our children enjoyed petting the animals. Looked pretty tidy. Lots of space for animals. Lots of toys to play on. Can take own snacks to picnic and stay how long you want. Excellent coffee!