The Homestead

A beautifully restored heritage venue offering timeless elegance, warmth, and character. Perfect for weddings, celebrations, workshops and gatherings

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Step inside The Homestead

  • Close-up of a dark wooden door handle on a wooden door, with a blurred background of a room and a window letting in natural light.
  • Living room with two green velvet armchairs, a dark round coffee table with a white vase and flowers, wood paneling, floral wallpaper, and large windows letting in natural light.
  • Long wooden dining table set for a formal event with plates, glasses, pink napkins, and floral centerpieces in gold vases, in a rustic room with large windows and wooden beams.
  • A cozy room with large windows, a built-in window seat with cushions, floral curtains, a vase with flowers on a wooden stand, and hardwood flooring.
  • A cozy room with wooden walls, large windows with floral curtains, a brick fireplace, and a window bench with a green cushion, sunlight streaming through the windows.
  • A small corner of a room with pink wood-paneled walls and framed photos and documents on the wall. There is a small wooden table with brochures or pamphlets and a window on the left. The floor is made of varnished wood, and the lighting includes wall-mounted lamps.
  • A cozy dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a window with curtains, floral wallpaper, a brick fireplace with a vase of flowers on the mantel, and wooden flooring.
  • A cozy wooden window nook with a green cushioned seat, framed by floral curtains and surrounded by wooden paneling, overlooking a lush garden with trees and a birdbath.
  • Front porch with white wooden siding, a green front door with glass panes, a black screen door, and wooden outdoor furniture including a bench with white and black pillows, and a wooden armchair, overlooking trees with autumn leaves.

About the space

Venue hire rates

Built in 1907, the Keirunga Homestead is a beautifully restored heritage venue that blends timeless elegance with modern functionality. Carefully returned to its original era, the homestead features exquisite William Morris wallpaper, high ceilings, and classic architectural details that create a warm, welcoming, and character-filled atmosphere.

There is something truly special about the Keirunga Homestead. From the moment you step inside, the space feels magical, held, and deeply welcoming. With its beautiful wooden floors, soft natural light, and intimate layout, the homestead offers a cozy and comfortable environment where people naturally relax, connect, and feel at ease.

This versatile venue is ideal for a wide range of events, including weddings, birthday celebrations, creative workshops, craft groups, business meetings, retreats, exhibitions, and community gatherings. The space can be styled to suit both formal occasions and relaxed, creative experiences.

The homestead can accommodate up to 111 people, with 66 people seated comfortably in the main room. Tables and chairs are available for use, along with tablecloths, and a full selection of cups, glassware, and crockery, making event setup simple and seamless. The venue includes a fully functional kitchen, three toilets, and a separate study, offering additional flexibility for facilitators, speakers, or organisers.

For meetings, presentations, and ceremonies, the homestead is equipped with IT and audio-visual facilities, including a microphone, lapel microphones, a speaker system, and a large TV that can be used as a projector and connected to your laptop. This makes the space well suited for business meetings, workshops, talks, and wedding speeches.

Wheelchair access is available throughout the building, and a charming balcony opens out over the surrounding gardens, providing a beautiful setting for guests to gather, take photos, or enjoy a quiet moment outdoors.

Surrounded by established gardens and rich in history, the Keirunga Homestead offers a truly special setting where events feel warm, meaningful, and memorable.

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Rates

Venue hire rates

The following rates apply to business and commercial hire of the Homestead. Community groups and not-for-profit organisations are welcome to contact us to discuss community rates or budget-based options.

  • $50

  • $150

  • $300

  • $25

  • $75

  • $150

  • $75

  • $225

  • $450

  • $600

  • $100

  • $100