Business Functions

Celebrate your team’s success or plan an inspiring day away from the office at Wharekauhau. We tailor each corporate experience to your needs, whether it's an energizing clay target shoot followed by a gourmet lunch, a relaxed courtyard BBQ, or a thrilling ATV quad biking adventure capped with a fine wine tasting. The possibilities are endless.

Corporate experiences may include:

• Casual dining options: gourmet lunches or relaxed BBQs
• Clay target shooting
• Archery
• ATV quad biking
• Wine tastings with our lodge sommelier
• Helicopter transfers from Queens Wharf
• Exclusive wine tastings at Te Kairanga or Martinborough Vineyard

Let us help you create a bespoke day that your team will talk about for years to come.

Conference Venue

Step away from the distractions of city life and find clarity at Wharekauhau, where the sound of waves replaces the noise of traffic. Set on 3,000 acres of pristine landscape, our estate offers an exceptional conference venue for those seeking privacy, inspiration, and outstanding service.

The Wharekauhau Boardroom, perched on the second floor of the main lodge, boasts sweeping views of Palliser Bay—an unforgettable backdrop for meetings and conferences.

We offer:

• Boardroom seating for up to 22 guests
• Classroom seating for up to 12 guests
• Theatre seating for up to 40 guests

Facilities include:

• Data projector and screen
• Whiteboard and flipcharts
• Remote lighting
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

Morning and afternoon teas, as well as lunch, can be delivered to the boardroom, or we can organize a more social, stop-work lunch. If desired, we can also arrange a bespoke partner’s program to complement your corporate itinerary.

Team-building activities such as clay target shooting, ATV quad biking, and wine tastings provide an excellent balance of work and leisure.

Incentive Experiences

A true reward should be unforgettable. At Wharekauhau, we specialize in creating bespoke incentive experiences that leave lasting impressions.

From private air charters to curated jazz festivals, no two events are the same. Whether we bring in local winemakers, artisan producers, or international performers, we thrive on delivering the extraordinary.

Sample Three-Night Incentive Itinerary

• Day 1
  Arrive via helicopter and settle into your Cottage Suite
  Evening pre-dinner drinks and canapés, followed by a five-course dinner
• Day 2
  Farmhouse breakfast in the Country Kitchen
  Guided farm tour of the estate
  Private winemaker’s dinner hosted by a local vintner
• Day 3
  Hearty breakfast in the Country Kitchen
  Excursion to the charming village of Martinborough for wine tasting, cellar tours, and a leisurely lunch
  Relaxed BBQ dinner in the lodge courtyard
• Day 4
  Farewell breakfast in the Country Kitchen
  Departure via road transfer to Wellington

At Wharekauhau, we create once-in-a-lifetime experiences that inspire, reward, and motivate.

A True Luxury Wedding Venue in New Zealand’s North Island

Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by sweeping ocean vistas, rolling green hills, and the grandeur of an Edwardian-inspired lodge. At Wharekauhau Estate, the lodge becomes your private manor—an elegant canvas where your dream wedding or elopement comes to life.

Whether you’re planning an intimate villa celebration or a grand destination wedding, our dedicated wedding coordinator ensures that every detail is flawlessly executed. The estate offers 16 Cottage Suites and the ultra-luxe Foley Villa, providing exquisite accommodation for you and your guests. Every space is thoughtfully appointed, blending luxurious comfort with refined style.

Experiences That Elevate Your Celebration

A wedding at Wharekauhau Estate is more than an event—it’s a curated journey. Beyond the ceremony, the estate offers a collection of tailored experiences to enrich your celebration. From poolside brunches and indulgent spa treatments to clay shooting, wine tastings, and scenic adventures, each moment becomes a treasured memory.

Our chefs craft bespoke farm-to-table menus using the freshest local ingredients, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience. For your wedding photography, few venues in New Zealand rival Wharekauhau. From dramatic clifftops and serene gardens to sweeping ocean views and grand architecture, the estate provides an abundance of stunning backdrops.

A Legacy to Treasure

Your wedding at Wharekauhau Estate marks the beginning of a beautiful legacy. Imagine returning in the years to come—perhaps with your growing family—to relive the magic and deepen the meaning of this special place in your life story.

Key highlights:

• Strong partnerships with exceptional local suppliers
• Options from intimate elopements to full-estate buy-out weddings
• Complete privacy, discretion, and security
• Luxury accommodation, in-house fine dining, and an on-site day spa

Let Wharekauhau Estate be the stage for your love story—a place where elegance meets intimacy and where every moment reflects the grandeur of your dreams.