Seasonal & Special Event Stays

Hosted, time-bound experiences shaped by the West Coast calendar.

Some stays are about slowing down. Others are about being part of something that only happens once a year. Our seasonal and special event packages are limited-availability hosted experiences, thoughtfully designed around key moments - local events, long weekends, and the natural rhythm of the West Coast.

Each package includes accommodation, dining, and curated experiences, with hosting that allows you to relax and simply arrive.

Why Our Seasonal Packages Are Different

  • Limited availability: Designed for intimacy, not volume

  • Hosted experiences: Thoughtful hosting throughout your stay

  • Set dates & set menus: Everything flows with ease

  • Local connection: Tied to West Coast seasons, events, and nature

  • Enquiry-led: Ensuring availability and a personal fit

Glass of red wine being poured beside a fireplace at Lake Brunner Eco Lodge, creating a warm evening dining atmosphere.

Current Seasonal & Special Event Experiences

Each of the following experiences is available for specific dates only and books quickly due to limited capacity.

  • Kumara Races

    Kumara Races Weekend

    An iconic West Coast weekend hosted with ease. Stay lakeside, enjoy shared dining, and experience the legendary Kumara Races without the hassle.

    Key Highlights:

    - Iconic local event

    - Hosted dining and accommodation

    - Limited annual availability

  • Lakeside at Lake Brunner with calm water reflecting mountains and native bush under a blue sky.

    Easter in the Wild - Hosted Escape

    A slow, immersive Easter weekend designed for rest, connection, and nature. Hosted dining, glow worms, gentle adventure, and an Easter weekend where everything is taken care of.

    What’s Included:

    - Easter Weekend 2026 (limited availability)

    - Two-night hosted stay

    - Hosted dining & experiences

    - Limited to 14 guests

How Seasonal Packages Work

  1. Choose your experience based on dates and feel.

  2. Send an enquiry. We confirm hosting and availability.

  3. We take care of the rest. Accommodation, dining, and experiences are all included.

Because these experiences are hosted and capacity is limited, enquiries allow us to confirm availability and ensure the right fit for your stay.

More Seasonal Experiences to Come

Throughout the year, we release a small number of special event and seasonal stays, from winter escapes to springtime experiences and anniversary weekends.

To be the first to hear about upcoming packages, we recommend checking back or following along via our newsletter and social channels.

Aerial view of Lake Brunner Eco Lodge nestled among native forest, overlooking Lake Brunner on New Zealand’s West Coast.

Limited Availability. Thoughtfully Hosted.

Seasonal packages are released in small numbers and often book out quickly. If a particular experience speaks to you, we recommend enquiring early.

“Such a wonderful quiet place! Great homemade food, very nice hosts, great mattresses and wonderful sleep!

Wish I stayed here longer.”