Type: High Country, Large Country
Owners: Annette & Michael Millar
Address: Lake Coleridge, No 2 R D Darfield Central Canterbury, 8172
Phone: (03) 318-5808
Contact: Annette Millar
Description
The mountains and the picturesque Rakaia River are a wonderful backdrop for this high country garden. Established trees provide a peaceful setting and give lovely autumn colour. Conifers provide year round interest along with shrubs, perennials, natives and various ground covers. The clematis are a special feature in spring along with a large collection of rhododendrons. A spacious barbecue area and tennis court add to the picture. Featured in NZ House & Garden April 1999.
OTHER INFORMATION
The Homestead is available to visitors in adverse weather conditions where they will be welcomed to the warmth of a log fire and high country hospitality. Check Middle Rock for information on the High Country Tour. Top NZ dog trialist is available to give demonstrations if required. Peak Hill adjoins the Wilberforce River and famous Mt Algidus Station.
Open: All year by appointment
Admission: $5.00. Children no charge. Discounts for community groups.
Directions: Christchurch to Darfield to Windwhistle (state highway 72) Then on Coleridge Rd until Acheron River Bridge turn right onto Homestead/Mt Olympus Rd (AA signpost Peak Hill) first turn left into Algidus road. First place on left (approx 16 Kms) 1.5 hrs from ChCh
Parking: Buses at main gate at the road. Cars down the drive at homestead