Kahikatea Farm

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Kahikatea Farm

Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

Kahikatea Farm is a farm and bush block, just outside of Whakatane in the Bay of Plenty. It's a 3.5-hour drive from Auckland and approximately one hour from Rotorua and Tauranga.

Kahikatea Farm is set on an elevated spot amongst the pristine bush on the farm, surrounded by mature manuka trees. It consists of a lotus belle glamping tent and three small timber huts. The tent forms a luxurious master bedroom complete with a king-size bed, deluxe linen and comfortable lounging furniture. Each of the huts contains the facilities for accommodation - a kitchen and dining hut, a bathroom hut, and finally a second bedroom hut for children - or when two couples are travelling together. The entire site is only ever booked by one group at a time, so you'll have the whole place to yourself.

There is a lot to do on the property and in the surrounding area. A 30-40 minute loop bushwalk on the property takes you past huge kahikatea trees and groves of nikau palms. Native birds abound. Spend time enjoying the view over the Bay of Plenty and Te Urewera Park from the deep outdoor bath at the property - big enough for two! 

Kahikatea Farm is a unique and special accommodation of the deluxe glamping kind - and the perfect place to base yourself to explore the Bay of Plenty!

FROM $320

Children aged 5+ only

  • Sleeps 4
  • Children aged 5+ welcome

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Kahikatea Farm

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IS THERE POWER?

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WHERE DO I PARK MY CAR?

CAN I HAVE A CAMPFIRE?

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  • Eating and Drinking

    The campsite at Kahikatea Farm is self-catering. Just bring your own food, and cook meals using the BBQ and facilities provided in your private camp kitchen. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

    If you want a break from cooking at any stage, Whakatane is just a 15 minute drive away, and there are plenty of cafes and restaurants to choose from.

    The nearest supermarket for supplies is in Whakatane.

  • Things To Do

    There's no shortage of things to do on the property or in the local area. Alan and Merle have created their own 30 - 40 minute bushwalk on the farm, featuring one of New Zealand's tallest native trees (a Kahikatea tree that is 60 metres high!). At night, you'll see glow worms on the mossy banks of the track. 

    There are plenty of board games provided and even an outdoor dartboard. At the end of the day, soak in the outdoor bath and enjoy the view of Te Urewera National Park - 'gateway to the valley of the mist'.

    The Awakeri Hot Springs is a 10-minute drive away, and another Awakeri attraction, the 'Rail Ride' is just 5 minutes down the road.

    A golf course, stylish shops, cafes, and restaurants can be found in the attractive township of Whakatane, just a 15 minute drive away. Beach lovers will enjoy Ohope beach and the Ohiwa Harbour area, a 20-minute drive from the property.

  • Your Hosts

    Alan and Merle Brabant are the owners of Kahikatea Farm, and will be your hosts during your stay. They are two of the hardest working, perfectionists we've ever met! 

    Kahikatea Farm is a 20 hectare property, mainly bush, including QE II protected reserve. The property itself is stunning - and a direct result of their own hard toil over the last 20 years. A baiting programme run in conjunction with the regional council means the bird life and native flora and fauna thrives, and the bush is some of the loveliest we've ever seen.

    The glamping site is a more recent labour-of-love, opening in February 2017. An enormous amount of research, time and effort was spent by Alan and Merle, creating the perfect hilltop glamping retreat.

    Alan and Merle love sharing their unique and beautiful property with others - and what a privilege it is to see and enjoy.

Testimonials

  • "

    This piece of paradise is truly a remarkable place. It's private and peaceful, and the views are amazing. Merle and Alan have thought of everything! They are incredible hosts and beautiful people.

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    Natasha Dooney - 29 Apr 2025

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  • "

    Our family had such a wonderful stay. The accommodation was comfortable and well looked after. It has everything you need to have a good stay. The hosts are so kind, generous and open – they offered and gave us flowers from their garden without a second thought, which we could take to our nana's grave, and we were so deeply grateful for that. We would love to come back in the future. Thank you so much.

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    jennice stringer - 02 May 2025

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  • "

    Fantastic place to stay, very welcoming hosts, peaceful and beautiful. The track that you walk through in the bush is spectacular. Nothing bad to say at all, ten out of ten, and thank you.

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    Sue Delaney - 14 Apr 2025

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  • "

    Beautiful glamping escape. The hosts were so amazing and nice. Some of the best hosts I’ve ever had. At night, having a campfire and listening to the Ruru owl and kiwis call was really special. We also found many kinds of stick insects, which was really cool. The driveway is quite steep and, when it rains, it can be slippery. It was a fun glamping experience.

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    Julie Moore - 09 Apr 2025

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    Lovely hosts that are super friendly. The place is beautiful and spotless.

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    Helena Connon - 01 Apr 2025

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  • "

    Excellent hosts, top-notch accommodation, and an awesome, challenging bush walk. I would highly recommend Kahikatia Farm. Thank you for a wonderful weekend in paradise.

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    Ian Murray - 28 Mar 2025

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  • "

    Kahikatea Farm is the perfect place to relax and disconnect. It was the highlight of our trip to New Zealand. The hosts are so friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The place is amazing, with all the amenities you need. It is perfect if you are looking to be in nature with all the comfort. Our family had the best stay, and we wish we had stayed longer.

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    Emilie David - 05 Apr 2025

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  • "

    Merle and Alan have created a beautiful sanctuary on their property, and I can't recommend it enough! Everything has been well considered, and we had the best stay. They are lovely hosts! Thank you.

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    Marissa - 17 Mar 2025

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  • "

    Really welcoming from the host, great conditions. Close to all amenities but still very private. Loved it.

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    Lorraine Pilcher - 22 Jan 2025

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  • "

    Our second time coming to stay here and it was just as beautiful as the first time we stayed. The most lovely hosts, a peaceful place, incredible views and a short drive to town and beautiful beaches...what more could you want!

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    Sam Hastings - 16 Jan 2025

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  • "

    The native forest was beautiful, and the facilities had all the amenities I wanted from my stay – BBQ, outdoor bath, and fireplace. The hosts were very kind and friendly, and the wildlife in the area was varied and wonderful. It was an amazing stay.

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    Dylan Ewens-Belin - 13 Jan 2025

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  • "

    Absolutely loved it! We stayed there for five nights during Christmas with our kids. We loved the view, the hike, the outdoor bath and the tent.

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    divya goundar - 18 Jan 2025

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