Take a breather from a busy life
Walk, Bike, Stay
A private walking experience in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
01 | The Experience
Your Retreat.
Experience: A fully catered multi day escape, reserved exclusively for your group
Activities: A farm walk through sheep and beef hill country, e-biking along peaceful country roads to nearby villages (e-bikes provided), and a wood-fired hot tub with panoramic views
Cuisine: Chef crafted seasonal meals by well known chef Kate de Latour, using quality local ingredients
Accommodation: A beautifully renovated historic homestead and adjacent accommodation, The Quarters, with six bedrooms in total.
Group Size: 4 to 14 guests – ideal for groups of friends, corporate groups or families (per person rate)
Proximity: Hawke’s Bay Airport & Napier just over an hour away. Hastings/Havelock North <1hr. Wellington just over a 3 hours.
02 | Introduction
Blackburn Ridge is the ideal country getaway.
For groups of 4 to 14, a fully catered 3 night getaway featuring a private farm walk and e-bike experience. Based at the Blackburn Homestead on a working hill country farm, providing a unique and authentic rural experience.
Our final retreat season runs until June 2027. From October 2027, enjoy a two-day loop walk with one night at each of our two historic homesteads, chef prepared meals and luggage transferred for you.
03 | Snippets from Guests Feedback
04 | 360° Of Stunning Scenery
Breath-taking panoramic views.
The Blackburn Ridge has complete panoramic views towards the Ruahine ranges and over Central Hawke’s Bay farmland.
05 | More than just a stay
Private Walk.
On day one, begin your adventure with a private farm walk, encompassing a variety of terrain with world class views of the Ruahine Ranges and out over Central Hawkes Bay.
06 | Plan Your Activity Time
E-Bike.
On day two, switch gears with an e-bike option, allowing you to explore the area with freedom and ease. Cruise along quiet back country roads, marvel at the expansive landscapes, stop at local landmarks and charming villages along the way.
07 | Your Stay
Enjoy tasteful and well-appointed facilities.
The recent renovations are in keeping with the beautiful and historic architecture of the homestead which dates back to the late 1800s.
08 | Meals included in your stay
Indulge in some of the finest local produce.
Your experience is complete, with your fully catered meals all prepared for you, using only the finest locally-sourced ingredients and products.
09 | Our Location
Enjoy the remote tranquility.
Blackburn Ridge Homestead can be found at the heart of a unique ‘horse shoe’ shaped ridge above State Highway 50 in the Central Hawkes Bay.
10 | Explore the Historic Region
Blackburn Ridge is steeped in rich history.
The area surrounding Blackburn Ridge has been tended farmland since it’s inception in 1872 and the historic town of Ongaonga nearby is like stepping back in time, where you can almost picture the horse and carts in the street and locals going about their in period costume from years gone by.
