THIS IS SEA BUSH COUNTRY

WELCOME TO RIDGECLIFF, A COLLECTION OF RURAL RETREATS NESTLED AMOUNGST DRAMATIC COASTAL CLIFFS, WILD NATIVE BUSH AND ICONIC PASTROL RIDGES.

A PLACE TO EXPERIENCE THE RAW AND NATURAL BEAUTY OF BANKS PENINSULA

  • BIG HILL LUXURY RETREAT

    Modern romantic rural hideaway perched above Raupo Bay amongst regenerating native bushland

    [ 2 people ]

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  • ACCRINGTON FARMHOUSE

    Heritage country getaway for large groups to gather, reconnect and experience the simple beauty of farm life

    [ 17 people ]

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  • WEDDINGS & EVENTS

    Discover your dream wedding or event destination through a range of locations and spaces

    [ Up to 40 guests ]

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  • STUNNING! This property is just glorious. It’s in the lovely remote hills of NZ wilderness. We just loved staying here, highly recommend, would come back in a heartbeat.

    ~ Kate (Accrington Farmhouse)

  • We have stayed in some amazing places around the world, this is probably the best of them all. One of those genuinely special stays. Thank you for creating this magical space.

    ~ Mitchell (Big Hill Luxury Retreat)

  • wow! this accommodation is a sanctuary for the soul! We felt so lucky to experience this slice of Aotearoa's paradise, surrounded by ocean views and untouched nature it couldn't have been a better getaway.

    ~ Nick (Big Hill Luxury Retreat)

Ridgecliff Farm is a sixth generation sheep and cattle farm spread across the small rural settlement of Chorlton on the ridges above Little Akaloa, Banks Peninsula, in the South Island of New Zealand.

Situated 90 minutes drive from central Christchurch and 35 minutes from the seaside town of Akaroa, Ridgecliff is uniquely located within close proximity to some of Banks Peninsulas most iconic beaches and bays including Little Akaloa, Okains Bay and Raupo Bay.

Explore the beaches and hills on foot or bike, with both private and public walkways on and near Ridgecliff. Wake up each morning to beautiful views across farmland, landscaped gardens and birdsong.

Ridgecliff is inspired by the dramatic and natural environment in which it is located.

Embracing the grounded and slow pace of life known in this part of the world to make it a true coastal country escape.