Selwyn District has many wineries to sample - why not make a day of it? Ideal venues for weddings and functions, all close by including Trents, Rossendale & Larcomb, to name just a few.

Choose from Pemberton or Broadfield Gardens, a boutique winery (Trents, Larcomb or Rossendale to name just a few...) or check out the new Lincoln Events Centre.

Visit our local stylish cafes here in Prebbleton, Lincoln, Tai Tapu or Rolleston, or head into Christchurch Central to the Restart Precinct - the new container mall, it'll blow your mind...

Just 10 minutes drive from The Retreat is this little gem - perfect for walking or mountain biking. Great views, gorgeous plantings and an awesome workout if you head uphill!

Located just 5 minutes from The Retreat, this garden has to be seen to be believed. Open by appointment, or each Saturday, be sure to take your camera...

A brand new swimming complex for those of you addicted to exercise. Includes a lap pool, hydrotherapy pool, spa, as well as several excellent children's pools.

With several golf courses in the vicinity, take your pick from 9 or 18-holes...

Only a 2 minute bike ride from the Christchurch-Little River Rail Trail. We have mountain bikes available for hire here at the Retreat, and a bike rack if you just want to do a portion...

Just a 1.5 hour drive will take you to the amazing array of ski fields including Mt Hutt, Porter Heights, Mt Cheeseman and Hanmer Springs.