Walk for a Cause 2025

A small holding with Purebred Suffolk sheep, horses and cattle. New home set up for home hosting with 3 double bedrooms downstairs and a private lounge with outdoor decking and a fully self contained unit . It is a developing garden with outstanding elevated rural views. We can supply meals on request. We look forward to welcoming guests and sharing our local knowledge. We have experience in many types of farming having been involved in the Thoroughbred Industry, Dairy and Drystock farming. Keen conservationists and have experienced having Kiwis on their farm when farming in Northland. We are in close proximity to Sanctuary Mountain ,Hobbiton, Lake Karapiro, Polo, River trails, ... A warm friendly greeting assured.

Out in the Styx is a unique rural retreat in New Zealand's central North Island less than one hours drive from Rotorua and Waitomo Caves. We have a drop off service for the NZ National Cycleway. Enjoy comfortable accommodation on 4.5 acres of privately owned farmland. We adjoin 'Sanctuary Mountain', Maungatautari, New Zealand’s largest bird restoration project, a 47km pest proof fence surrounding 3500 hectares of full canopy virgin forest. There are many easy tracks and a 16mtr observation tower on our side of the mountain. Out in the Styx includes a fully licensed cafe with panoramic views, relaxed indoor/outdoor dining for intimate groups or large gatherings. Small conferences, special occasions, ethnic food and events are a speciality