Experience Mangaroa Farms
A Complimentary Invitation
A Special Invitation
We’re especially inviting you & friends for a complimentary 2-night stay at Mangaroa Farms.
To celebrate the opening of our Lodge style accommodation at Mangaroa Farms, we would love to host you + your family, for a two-night experience on us.
2 nights complimentary Sanctuary Stay at Woodcote Lodge
$50 voucher to spend on our local fresh, organically grown veges & meat at the local Mangaroa Farm Shop (18min walk)
Explore our farm trails and acres of farm & forestry
Access to Wellness add-ons, gym, sauna & cold river dip
Options to host an event/workshop during your stay at our facilities
Optional additional guests & family options.
Your Stay Includes:
In Reciprocity?
Help us Tell a story of Regeneration
We have created something unique and special to Aotearoa - a resilient food hub and education centre. Now, we’re expanding into guest experiences; with an eco-luxury experience that blends farm living with elegance and a deep connection to the whenua surrounding us.
During your stay, we ask that you document your experience to help spread the word.
Leave us an honest review on Google & AirBnb.
Post instagram stories of video / photo actively documenting your stay.
Publish 1+ social post as a “Collaborator” on instagram & facebook, highlighting your experience.
Share a google folder of all the media / photos / videos you create.
Your contribution:
How it Works:
Decide on some dates, how many guests you’re bringing, and have a look through our AirBnb bookings below.
Go ahead and make a booking on AirBnb, and we will reply to you with a “special rate” - don’t worry, you wont be charged the full rate.
*Please note, AirBnb does not provide free bookings, so you will incur a maximum of $20NZD for your stay.
Book your Stay
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Sanctuary Stay at Woodcote Lodge
Our premium farmstay accomodation. Immerse yourself in 10 acres of natural beauty, complete with 5 bedrooms, a large fireplace, spacious kitchen and dining, sauna and more.
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Woodland Haven with Incredible Forest Views
Hilltop is our warm abode tucked away at the base of the Waipango stream & forestry. Fully furnished with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a cosy fireplace, and beautiful views over farmland and native bush.
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Restorative Wellbeing Retreat in Nature
Tucked among 3 acres of flourishing gardens and heritage fruit trees, our Restorative Retreat is a premium sanctuary in the heart of Mangaroa Valley. Come and reset where luxury comfort meets rural living.
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Forest Barn in Nature's Sanctuary
Find private peace in this cosy abode nestled on the edge of farm pasture and tall gum trees. This quiet nook is ideal for couples or a small whānau looking to unwind in the calm of nature
Choose any date from Jul - Sep 2025
Check our availability to ensure you land your desired dates.
Experience Authentic Farm Lifestyle
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Visit the Farm Shop / Kete Kai
A 15minute walk from the house, the local farm shop is open Tues - Sun.
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3.4KM Farm Trail Loop
A gentle walk through gardens, pastures, bush and streams. More here.
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Luxury Accomodation
Unwind in comfort, with nature at your doorstep and nourishing kai from the land.
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Premium, Locally Grown Kai
Organically grown, seasonal produce & meat raised on nutrient-rich soils.
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World Class Facilities
Attend or host gatherings in our yurt, tipi or open-air spaces. More
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Acres of Forest & Wilderness
Uninterrupted views, fresh air, and space to roam or just be.
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Wellness Spaces
Access our Gym, Sauna, Cold Plunge & a range of wellbeing workshops.
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Farm Animals
Meet our family of cows & sheep - happy & friendly faces in the paddocks.
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Native Forest Regeneration
Watch pine give way to ngāhere - part of our long-term regeneration plan.
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Market Garden
Where the good stuff grows - hand-tended rows full of life and flavour.
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Regenerative Agriculture
Be part of our regenerative system - in service to the soil, the seasons, and the future.
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Farm Tours
Go behind the scenes with a guided walk through the garden, pastures & native plantings.
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Peace & Quiet
Reset and reconnect in the stillness of the valley - away from the city lights.
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Premium Add-ons
Add a naturopathy session, garden tour or personal yoga / breathwork class.
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Perfect for Kids & Families
pace to roam, animals to meet, and nature to explore—fun for all ages.
About Mangaroa Farms
A resilient food hub & education centre, based on the edge of the Mangaroa River, Upper Hutt.
Help us Promote our Sanctuary Retreat in Nature
STAY AT MANGAROA FARMS
A hidden oasis, just 40 minutes from Wellington CBD, we’re crafting a premium eco-luxury experience that blends farm living with elegance and a deep connection to the whenua surrounding us.
Our vision is to:
Establish Mangaroa Farms as a sought after location & AirBnb listing for couples, groups & families to escape the city vibes and disconnect / relax.
Let people and aligned organisations know that we have a space to create transformational experiences for their colleagues, clients and communities.
Highlight our venue as Wellington’s best kept secret in terms of accommodation & farmstay experience
We’re collaborating with conscious creators, wellbeing & regen leaders, who value:
Slow living & sustainability
Aesthetically beautiful storytelling
Meaningful connection to place & people
A grounded, authentic voice
Genuine collaboration
WHY WE CHOSE YOU:
Finer details about what we’re offering, and your contribution in return.
The Creative Exchange
2 nights complimentary stay in our luxury lodge experience. Please note, this will incur a maximum Airbnb fee of $20NZD for your stay (unfortunately Airbnb does not offer free bookings).
A $50 voucher* to spend on our local fresh, organically grown veges & meat at the local Mangaroa Farm Shop (18min walk from the lodge). Alongside our locally grown kai, the shop is wonderfully curated with a range of local artisan products, organic food staples and more.
* Please note: the $50 voucher can only be used on Mangaroa grown foods, e.g. veges and meat.
Access to Wellness facilities like our gym, sauna & cold plunge (in the Mangaroa river!)
Upgrade your stay with wellness add-ons like a naturopathy consult, yoga classes, breathwork & more. Email events@mangaroa.org for more details.
Freedom to explore the 3.4KM farm trail loop across acres of farmland & regenerating native forestry.
Maps & a personalised, flexible experience to suit your creative flow
Options to host an event/workshop during your stay at our facilities. Subject to availability - get in touch with events@mangaroa.org to book.
Storytelling feature on our official channels and seasonal campaigns.
Additional guests - bring along your partner, family, or some friends. We have extra add ons and benefits for groups who would all individually like to contribute to the content creation package. Enquire at events@mangaroa.org for more info.
Our Offering to you:
Post a series of instagram stories during your stay at with us. This could be from the moment you begin your journey, and cover key moments on your adventure. Please tag us in your stories at @mangaroafarms so we can re-share your handiwork.
Publish 1+ social post as a “collaborator” on instagram & facebook, highlighting your experience at Mangaroa Farms during or after your stay. This could be a video reel, a photo carousel of quality images, or both! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and AirBnb.
Create a shared google drive folder of all the photos and videos you create during your stay. These are really helpful for us to use on socials (you will be tagged) or on our website to help proliferate our story. Please share with media@mangaroa.org.
Leave an honest review on your AirBnb booking, and on our Google Reviews Events page - feel free to copy and paste between.
If you really want to help us out, you can also leave a review for our Farm Shop / Kete KaiTerms & Conditions - please make sure to read through these before making your booking, here.
Our Request:
FAQ’s
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We’re inviting storytellers, content creators, photographers, writers, filmmakers, and influencers who feel aligned with our values—connection, sustainability, beauty, and presence. Whether you have 5,000 followers or 500,000, it’s your depth, not just your reach, that matters to us.
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You’ll receive a complimentary 2-night stay at Woodcote Lodge, farm-to-table meals, access to a $50 voucher to our farm shop, access to our walking trails, optional seasonal wellness activities, and the freedom to explore or create at your own pace.
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We ask that you document your experience in an authentic way, create and share content during or after your stay, tag us in at least one post, and submit a short review or reflection. Additional formats (blog, YouTube, newsletter) are always welcome. This will help to open Mangaroa Farms up as a destination for other travellers.
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Yes, you’re welcome to bring a partner, collaborator, or friend. Just let us know who’s coming when you apply.
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We have specific windows for hosted stays. If you’re selected, we’ll do our best to find a time that works for both of us within those dates.
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No. While we love working with local creatives, we welcome applications from all over New Zealand. If you’re travelling from further afield, we may be able to assist with transport from Wellington city—just let us know.
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We’ll work with you to find the best formats and creative outcomes, but generally, anything that feels authentic to you. Reels, photo essays, vlogs, blog posts, poems, slow-living stories, or just beautiful visuals that capture the essence of Mangaroa. We’re not prescriptive—we’re collaborative.
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Absolutely. If you’d like support with filming, photography, or storytelling while on the farm, we’d love to create something together.
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This is a hosted collaboration, not a paid partnership.
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Apply here. It only takes a few minutes -we can’t wait to hear from you.