About Broadoak

Broadoak owners Claire and Shaun purchased the near bare farm block of land in 1999.  After first clearing the gorse boundary hedges and poplar trees, they set out to create 5 acres of intensive horticulture as a form of self-sufficiency as well as a garden oasis with a mixture of formal and cottage gardens.

Broadoak is a 2-acre English Garden inspired by the great garden estates of England. It is a functioning family lifestyle block complete with an orchard, potting shed and large Potager vegetable garden that produces food for the owners family the whole year through - not forgetting the 300 hazelnut trees, beehive, and resident chickens!

Visitors can wander through the garden rooms and formal wedding gardens. Enjoy the knot gardens and topiary plus the various sculptures by renowned New Zealand artists. The gardens are easy access with good all-weather pathways suitable for wheelchair access. Visitors should allow 1.5 - 2hrs to fully appreciate this property. During the summer months, Broadoak hosts private events in its very own genuine Ole English Pub, the Bike ‘n Bovine.

A two-bedroom self-contained cottage provides a unique and tranquil accommodation option for visitors who wish to spend more time exploring other gardens and vineyards in the area.

Broadoak is a stunning private events and boutique wedding venue located just 20 mins north of Christchurch. Open by appointment - please contact us.