The Perfect Venue for Your Creative Soul
Are you searching for the ideal location to host your next private retreat, creative workshop, or well-being camp? Look no further! Our charming Te Karaka Station & Lodge, with ten beautifully appointed Deluxe Suite guest rooms (including one Master Suite) and versatile spaces, offers the perfect setting for various retreats and workshops.
Between April to June 2025, book your retreat or gathering with us and enjoy the first round of drinks* on us!
-*House wine and beers by glasses only. Terms and conditions apply.
Indoor and Outdoor Harmony
One of the standout features of our lodge is the seamless indoor and outdoor flow. The interior spaces are thoughtfully designed to promote relaxation and creativity, with french doors allowing natural light to flood in and for our guests to step out.
Once outside, you'll find lush gardens, serene walking paths, outdoor swimming spa pool and inviting outdoor seating areas. Imagine practicing yoga on our soft and sunlit deck, meditating by our tranquil pond, or holding a group session on the lawn in a beautiful circle, fully in contact with nature. Our outdoor spaces provide endless possibilities for creating memorable experiences. We can also organise massage therapists to come onsite if any of our guests would like to book a relaxing massage during the retreat.
But what if the weather doesn’t behave? Worry not, our indoor space is equally versatile and comfortable. The multiple lounging spaces all have stunning views of our outdoor surrounding nature.
The fireplace is always a popular spot for group discussions and brainstorming. We can also change the configurations to cater to your needs, whether it is for creative workshops with props and materials; or minimalistic retreats with cushions and blankets; or a stage for dance workshops, performances and audience area, we can deliver it all.
Our Lodge hosts are always happy to work out the set-ups and programme with you according to your retreat requirements, group sizes and budget. Email us today to get the conversation going!
A Cozy Haven for Your Guests
Nestled in rural Waikato, North Island of New Zealand, just under a two-hour drive from Auckland and Hamilton, or, a 30-minute helicopter ride, our lodge features ten spacious and cozy guest rooms, and perfect soundproofing and insulation, which means your guests can retreat to their oasis at the end of a fulfilling workshop or retreat. The rooms all have access to outdoor space to relax and unwind, perfect for morning yoga, a little jog, sitting or walking meditations.
Versatile Spaces for a Variety of Retreats
Our lodge is equipped with versatile spaces that can be adapted to suit the unique needs of your retreat or workshop. Whether you need a quiet room for meditation, a spacious area for dance or music workshops, or a cozy corner for creative writing, our lodge has you covered.
Our lodge venue is perfect for a wide range of small retreats, including:
Writer's Workshops: Inspire creativity in a peaceful environment, with ample space for brainstorming sessions, writing exercises, and group discussions.
Yoga and Meditation Retreats: Reconnect with your inner self through guided yoga sessions, meditation practices, and mindfulness activities in a serene setting.
Art Retreats: Unleash your creativity with art, music, dance, and other creative workshops in an inspiring and supportive atmosphere.
Wellness Retreats: Focus on holistic well-being with wellness activities, healthy meals, and rejuvenating experiences.
Photography workshops: Focus on astrophotography and landscape photographer workshops in our low light pollution setting.
Cooking workshops: learn how to make simple delicious and stunning-looking food with our talented chef
Bootcamp and Healthy Food Retreat: restart your health and routine
Bikepacking Trip: A nice and easy 18.4 km gravel bike trip (round trip 27km) to Port Waikato; or the starting and ending point of the Raglan to Te Awa Loop (Pukekohe—Raglan—Otorohanga—Hamilton
490km / 5–8 days)
and many other possibilities.