New Zealand’s colonial history provides for a fascinating pioneering past and connection with working on the land. Accommodation options open up a world of opportunities for many travellers to experience some of the oldest cattle and sheep farms in the country.

Country Homes with extensive pastoral land and geological wonders are also a feature of the New Zealand farm accommodation scene and can compliment or add variety to a New Zealand touring itinerary. Classical English style manors in the Canterbury region to more modern examples in Marlborough and Nelson or the vast sheep stations of the south at the foothills of the Southern Alps provide for an enchanting introduction to the New Zealand way of life.

Many of the New Zealand’s luxury lodges incorporate a working farm due to their geographic location. Enjoy farm tours, walking trails and interaction with local farmers to give you a real insight to the workings of a modern farm.

Alternatively, sporting lodges provide for more informal and casual experiences and can also be a highlight of a New Zealand itinerary. Fishing, hunting, horseback riding, hiking, clay bird shooting are all part of the mix and can be enjoyed in an environment a world away from the hustle and bustle of city centres.