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Ah weddings ! If you’re thinking of doing you big day your way …, Whether you’re eloping or thinking big ! Get in touch with us. #getmarried #weddingvenue #elopementvenue
Exploring the rock pools and walking the back beach at Karitane ! Bring on summer ! Have you booked your stay here this summer ? #slowstaysnz #coastalotago #karitanebeach
Time in nature with friends … the perfect antidote to the hustle of modern living. Slow stays invite us to stop awhile to reconnect with friends and loved ones; to get out in nature and unwind … Book your slow stay with us ! We &lsqu
Quiet Saturday reflections while the rain falls softly but steadily. The aga is on and a roast is slowly simmering for dinner. Nothing to do but relax - perhaps a sauna and an room salt bath…Lazy days ; beautiful views ; slow stays. #slow
Morning light in the hallway and finding a quiet spot to enjoy my freshly brewed coffee while I look out at the ocean. All calm and quiet. #enjoyingthemoments #coastalgetawaynz #coastalotago #coastalliving
Walking meditation on the beach this morning noticing the sound of the waves as they land on the beach ; smelling the salt air ; feeling the frigid water on my toes, the gentle exfoliation of the sand against my bare feet. Noticing a small boat in th
Our retreat stay breakfasts … watching the ocean and the starting the day well. Nourishing organic while food - home-made GF seed loaf; eggs ; chia and seasonal fruit; a smoothie shot and of course a good cuppa ! #breakfasts #retreatsnz #st
So often we are asked for 1 night stays and every time our response is that we are a 2 night minimum stay. Why ? It’s certainly not good for business - but it speaks to our values and commitment to intentionally and mindfully encouraging any vi
Memories of our barefoot lux wellness day earlier this year … what a privilege to be surrounded by such inspiring wahine. Sharing health and wellbeing strategies ; lots of laughter - a day of workshops; movement and stillness ; time in natu
Sunrise over the Huriawa on a cold winters morning…the soft warmth of the sun and stillness except for the waves crashing onto the rocks below. … taking in the beauty of a new day dawning … #quietmoments #morningwalks #winterd
The Longhouse is the perfect place for a celebration … It’s a low-key; beautiful setting that oozes barefoot lux ; with amazing views thrown into the mix… #slowcelebration #slowevents #letscelebrate #karitanenz #coastalotago
Elmo the Irish Terrier is our Longhouse Tirimoana dog …always keen on a cuddle ; always keeping the rabbits off the lawn; always ready for a game of chase or heading down for a beach walk. His favourite job is welcoming visitors and guests&h
Our rooms are quiet places for restorative rest. Neutral tones ; country coastal vibes ; biophilic design and all organic cottons and linens. Each room has its en-suite. Designed with a barefoot lux vibes in mind …. Comfort , deep rest and
Memories of summer meanderings… Oh the views - from our doorstep down to the beach- it’s a rural coastal idyll…explore the beach; the rock pools; the abundant sea and bird life; the historic huriawa peninsula; bay and our quaint v
Cold evening light on the toi toi buffeted by the wintery wind all day…spend a weekend re-connecting with nature . Walk the Huriawa peninsula ; take in the sea air ; get the wind through your gills ! Slow stays everyday … winter can
Today I am “drifting” walking along the beach complete with all the trappings of jackets; beanies and scarves. A massive fur seal controls back beach as her domain and walkers and dogs alike are giving her a wide berth. The consistent
Winter Solstice is here … lean into the shortest day of the year and this Capricorn full moon and our own season of “wintering” - a prompt from Mother Nature to encourage us to slow down; reflect ; rest. At The Longhouse it&rsquo

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Barefoot Lux Accomodation & Venue

(PRIVATE HIRE ONLY)

1140 COAST ROAD
Karitane, EAST OTAGO 9471

hello@thelonghouse.co.nz
+64 (0)21 352 890