When it's time to wind down, a soak in the sumptuous spa pool is in order to ease those aches and pains while enjoying stunning views. Then, relish a farm-to-plate dinner prepared by the resident chef. Most of the food served here is grown on site, ensuring its quality and freshness. If you’d prefer to cook for yourself, you can cut a few flowers, some salad leaves, or even grab some lemons from the kitchen garden - it’s all yours.

The owners have spared no details to make sure that you will have the time of your life, whether enjoying the outdoors or the indoors. Inside you’ll find a large, fully equipped kitchen with a well-stocked pantry, garden views, and a farmhouse table that can fit everyone. The kitchen leads through to a warm and inviting drawing room and library, where you can cosy up in front of the fire and enjoy the garden views through the French doors. 

The Homestead's four spacious master suites all feature a plush king-size bed and a verandah that faces a serene view of the gardens. The ensuite bathroom comes with a lovely free-standing bath tub and a glass-enclosed shower. One of the master suites can be configured to have twin singles upon request.

The fifth bedroom, or the bunk room, can comfortably sleep up to six people. It has a bunk bed, two double beds, and a surprise hidden staircase that leads to the kitchen via the butlers pantry. It also comes with an ensuite bathroom. Next to the house are the original stables, which have been converted into a self-contained and spacious loft that can be booked in conjunction with the Homestead. The Stables can sleep an additional four guests in one queen bed and two single beds.

The Homestead is part of a collection of luxury villas by Annandale, a working coastal farm on the Banks Peninsula. Each of the accommodations, including The Homestead, Scrubby Bay, Seascape & Shepherd's Cottage can be booked separately, or together as part of a wedding, event or special occasion. The team at Annandale can organise a host of activities including tours, cruises, spa treatments, art classes or private cooking lessons from their on-site chef. Contact a Getaway Specialist for more details.