Welcome to Gardens to Visit

Gardenstovisit is a collection of New Zealand gardens that open to visitors. We list everything from large county gardens to very small courtyard gardens. Styles vary from Classics English, Tropical, Native through to Arboretums. Some gardens host Weddings and have a Chapel with in their grounds.  Some offer Accommodation.  Lunches/morning/afternoon tea can be arranged by appointment, while some gardens have Cafe/Restaurant and Function centres. Gifts and garden art sales are also available in some gardens.

Each Garden lists their own visiting details.

If you have a garden that you would like to list contact us at gardenstovisitnz@gmail.com

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• Another new garden to the site is Chantecler
  

  Our forty acre property was originally part of one of the areas old farms. A small section was sold and occupied circa 1970 with plantings of some trees and a few Rhododendrons and Roses. We Purchased the property in 2003 and over the years have expanded the garden significantly.

  Our garden was supposed to be a 'hobby' in retirement, but it has gone beyond that and just keeps expanding. We have created a themed garden with specific aspects based on plants and garden styles from around the world, thereby giving visitors a unique and rewarding experience.  

  'Chantecler's' gardens are complimented by mature Redwood, Oak, Beech, Ash, Rowan, Maple, Willow, Birch and many other trees including exotic Conifer. The driveway is lined with Liquid Amber which displays amazing colours in Autumn. The backdrop of the garden is the magnificent Remarkables mountain range.  

  In what is arguably the most beautiful area of New Zealand, 'Chantecler' is truly a garden for "all seasons" with Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter each displaying unique characteristics. 

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