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Focusing on the simple things in life, we provide an opportunity to reconnect with food, nature and each other. We offer rustic, sharing style dining experiences, cooking and gardening workshops, an onsite sauna for a dose of wellness, charming accommodation for overnight stays and beautiful grounds and waterfall views for those wanting to get married!
Currentky open Saturdays + Sundays from midday. We can open additional dates for groups of 20+.
Wedding packages for 2 - 60 people, tailored to suit your style and budget
Check out our range of cooking & Gardening workshops and events or enquire about a private event
A private Sauna & Cold Plunge experience with breathtaking views
3 charming cottages available 7 days per week with in- house dining options all year round
Find us at...
If you need to put our address into your phone then here is the address:
The Falls Retreat
25 Waitawheta Rd
Karangahake Gorge
Waihi 3682
And just in case you are still not sure here are some directions and a map!
From Auckland:
Head South from Auckland on the Southern Motorway, continuing along Great South Road (State Highway 1). Take the ramp onto State Highway 2. Follow SH2 through Paeroa. Waitawheta Road is located on the right, approximately 12km from Paeroa.
(If you pass the Waikino Tavern you have gone too far!)
From Hamilton:
Head East from Hamilton on State Highway 26 to Paeroa. Turn onto State Highway 2 at Paeroa. Waitawheta Road is located on the right, approximately 12km from Paeroa.
(If you pass the Waikino Tavern you have gone too far!)
From Tauranga:
Head North West from Tauranga on State Highway 2. Turn left onto Old Tauranga Road. Continue onto Pukekauri Road and turn right onto Waitawheta Road.