Experience native bush and birds in the heart of Banks Peninsula. Rest and relax on your way to Akaroa and enjoy this rare ecological haven. Only one hours from Christchurch city. No hills to negotiate and a sheltered site in the picturesque Okuti valley. We are a perfect place for weddings and parties, with accommodation in cabins for 18 and camping for 120. Eco and nature weddings are a speciality. Self catering and BYO for cost savings, or we can arrange everything from marquees, seating, food... Read more

Set on 6 hectares and only a short stroll from the heart of Akaroa , Mt Vernon Lodge offers a variety of accommodation, from economy rooms to cottages and cabins/chalet with full facilities. We can host weddings and functions of up to 120 people utilising our lawn with stunning views back across the harbour and our modern function room, which has full kitchen facilities, and a chiller. If your thinking of something smaller and intimate we have the Lodge which can cater for groups of up to 24 complete... Read more

French Farm Winery is a Restaurant, Function Centre, Accommodation and Special Occasions centre. The Restaurant winter hours are Friday, Saturday 4pm till late and Saturday and Sunday 12 noon till 4pm for lunch. Read more

Bully Hayes Restaurant and Bar is Akaroa's Premier Dinning Spot. Enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of Akaroa Harbour whilst you dine from any number of their indoor and outdoor dining areas. There’s even a sheltered garden area that has an accompanying children’s playground. Bully Hayes Restaurant and Bar is open all year round - seven days a week for breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and casual drinks and coffees in the sun. They specialise in contemporary New Zealand cuisine that uses fresh local... Read more

Meniscus Wines has a cellar door and tasting room as well as a superb viewing terrace overlooking the whole township of Akaroa in the Banks Peninsula. Visitors can taste the various vintages of wine and enjoy accompanying snacks on the terrace. The Cellar door also has interesting fixtures and goods for sale. Read more