Oruawharo Homestead & St Vincent's
Oruawharo Homestead & St Vincent's
Oruawharo Homestead & St Vincent's
4.5
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Elegance, tradition, nostalgia . . . the 150-year-old Oruawharo Homestead. Rob, Dr Erica, Will & Bianca invite visitors to share their pleasure in the charm of their Historic Homestead & St Vincent's. Oruawharo’s Homestead, gardens and woodlands offer possibilities for all. A superb wedding venue, the Homestead and surrounds create a unique environment for an almost limitless variety of special occasions, from business functions to family parties and festive dinners. Oruawharo makes a wonderful destination for outings for interest groups and clubs. After your meal Oruawharo's owners, will introduce you to the history of their home, and visitors can wander and view the extensive gardens, the Homestead and its NZ timber. Catering is available for all occasions and the homestead is easily accessible, just 2km off SH2 in Central Hawke's Bay.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Max A
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
Totally stunning meal and service at St Vincent's Friday bistro. We had an absolutely delicious meal in this lovely restored church. The meal was of world class in Takapau. Thank you to Will and Bianca and team. A lovely family occasion to treasure. Highly recommended.
Written 5 November 2023
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Kirsty
Whangamata, New Zealand13 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We had dinner with family in this beautiful location. We came in from the cold to a toasty warm building with an incredible feel to it.
The meal was incredible ❤️
The meal was incredible ❤️
Written 22 July 2023
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KarenJDG
Napier, New Zealand283 contributions
Feb 2021 • Friends
What a fabulous visit. The high tea in itself was great but the overall experience was magical. I especially enjoyed being able to wander around the house and grounds. The owner showed our group a Slide show of the history of the house which was really enjoyable and interesting. Such good value. I will be taking friends back to enjoy this wee gem.
Written 3 February 2021
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janellepolly
gold coast34 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
My parents and I booked in for high tea at Orua Wharo and the visit surpassed our expectations. The homestead is very grand and a real eye-opener into a lavish lifestyle from 140 years ago. Lots of NZ history associated with the homestead too as Peter gave up lots of his time to tell us about it. Loved Dianne’s scones too which were world-class. Ran out of time to explore the grounds fully so will just have to return again as would be nice to see it in summer. A really lovely afternoon overall.
Written 16 July 2019
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servicecounts-az
Hastings, New Zealand222 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
This is truly a labour of love and I admire the owners for opening their home. A lovely old homestead and church in spacious grounds. The woodwork inside is amazing and tea on the verandah is a delight. Great choice of teas and i will definitely buy more! Highly recommend the delicious scones too.
Written 29 April 2019
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Takahe09
Tauranga, New Zealand6 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
It was a privilege to visit this wonderful house and it’s gardens. Peter and Dianne made us very welcome. A delicious morning tea was served and an entertaining and informative discussion was had!
We would highly recommend a visit.
We would highly recommend a visit.
Written 22 November 2018
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Thank you, very much enjoyed your company.
Pity you had to rush away!
Peter & Dianne
Written 23 November 2018
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ColinAndChristina
Auckland Central, New Zealand71 contributions
Jul 2017
If you are travelling State Highway 2 through Central Hawles Bay then definitely make a booking for the visit and high tea - it is just a short detour off the main highway and absolutely well worth it. Peter and Dianne have undertaken a major task to restore this large house with years of work already completed and much restoration still to be done - but the outside and inside the house is stunning, there is some great colonial furniture, and interesting to see it as a work in progress. The hosts provide a fascinating history of a significant property whilst providing you with high tea (and a very worthwhile break in your journey through Hawkes Bay and Wairarapa).
Written 1 April 2018
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Bonnie936
New Zealand158 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
We experienced a lovely high tea seated in a beautiful lounge room with the most amazing wood work. Gray and her grand daughter Savannah greeted us and made us very welcome. We enjoyed our club sandwiches and delicious scones with home made jam and cream. We were then given a guided tour around the home and can see what amazing dedication and hard work is going into restoring this grand old homestead. We were also able to buy the leaf tea that we had sampled. We also looked at the beautiful chapel located on the grounds. Whilst there is no signage on main road with directions it’s not too difficult to find.
Written 18 March 2018
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John V
Wellington, New Zealand67 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
This visit was the absolute highlight of our wedding anniversary!
We were met at the homestead by hosts Peter & Dianne who were attentive and charming.
We were privileged to get an audio visual presentation on the history of the homestead & church on the grounds.
We were treated to high tea on the verandah to the sound of beautiful classical music from a discreet source in the gardens.
The sense of nz history is amazing and we were provided with reading matter as we relaxed in the beautiful atmosphere.
The homestead was saved from demolition when Peter bought it in 2000.
It has been a labour of love in restoration.
Orua wharo is situated about 2kms from Takapau village which is just north of Norsewood in the hawkes bay nz.
Well worth visiting if you love nz history.
We were met at the homestead by hosts Peter & Dianne who were attentive and charming.
We were privileged to get an audio visual presentation on the history of the homestead & church on the grounds.
We were treated to high tea on the verandah to the sound of beautiful classical music from a discreet source in the gardens.
The sense of nz history is amazing and we were provided with reading matter as we relaxed in the beautiful atmosphere.
The homestead was saved from demolition when Peter bought it in 2000.
It has been a labour of love in restoration.
Orua wharo is situated about 2kms from Takapau village which is just north of Norsewood in the hawkes bay nz.
Well worth visiting if you love nz history.
Written 15 February 2018
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woppit1
Auckland Central, New Zealand29 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
Historic homestead in Central Hawkes Bay - well off the regular beaten tourist track. Beautiful countryside and weather. Accommodating hosts with a vast knowledge of the homestead's history. If you are interested in traditional carpentry or woodworking - this is a must visit destination. The homestead also hosts High Teas. Fascinating to see a huge restoration project in progress and how the early wealthy colonists lived in New Zealand in the 18 and 1900's.
Written 22 January 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oruawharo Homestead & St Vincent's
- Oruawharo Homestead & St Vincent's is open:
- Sun - Sun 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wed - Thu 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Fri - Sat 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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- (15.16 km) Cafe Norsewood
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