WELCOME TO AKAUNUI HOMESTEAD

Akaunui Farms delivers bespoke events and luxury farm stays in Mid Canterbury. Whether you are after the farm experience or are looking to have a soiree with the convenience of staying on site, this is the place for you!

Located on Longbeach Road just 14kms south-east of Ashburton on the Canterbury Plains, Akaunui Farms is owned by Ian and Diana Mackenzie. Set near the sea, between the Ashburton and Hinds rivers, it is only one hour’s drive to Mt Hutt and the Canterbury high country including the Hakatere conservation park.
The garden, which covers some 12 hectares, is regarded as one of the most stunning in New Zealand. Originally designed by Alfred Buxton, Diana has taken the garden to a level of national significance. Sweeping lawns, ponds, wetlands, remarkable trees, roses, rhododendrons and azaleas, botanical gems and stunning design means the gardens offer a stunning backdrop and appeal to all.
The gardens provide sanctuary for a huge variety and number of birds and most importantly habitat for some of New Zealand’s rarest native freshwater fish species.