The Cabin

Architecturally designed to sit quietly within its surroundings, the cabin brings together natural materials and thoughtful details for a stay that feels a little bit special.

Timber, natural finishes, flax linen and wool feature throughout, while large windows make the most of the changing light across the Taieri and beyond.

Inside the cabin is a beautiful king bed, generous double shower, wood fire and a kitchen with everything you need.

The Ridge House runs entirely on solar power and rainwater.

It’s properly off-grid, without asking you to give up the good stuff.

The Experience

The wood-fired cedar sauna and Stoked outdoor bath are yours for the duration of your stay. Heat the sauna, brave the plunge bucket, then wrap up in a wool blanket and find a spot on the deck.

The choice is yours - cook outside on the Weber, stay in beside the fire or head into Dunedin for dinner and be back at The Ridge House 25 minutes later.

Set on a working sheep and beef farm, there’s always something happening beyond the windows. Animals move through the paddocks, native birds are regular visitors and, if you’re lucky, you might spot a deer or wild pig further out.

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The Details

  • Cedar outdoor bath

  • Cedar wood-fired sauna with plunge bucket shower

  • Heated towel rail

  • Indoor Metro wood burner & Natural wool insulation

  • Free unlimited Wi-Fi

  • Complimentary breakfast with sourdough, eggs, muesli, yoghurt, spreads, condiments, tea, hot chocolate and milk

  • King bed dressed in natural flax linen

  • Fully equipped kitchen

  • Weber BBQ with pizza stone

  • Pantry essentials including salt, pepper, oils and spices

  • Breville Oracle Jet coffee machine with coffee beans provided

  • Generous double shower

  • Plush robes and slippers

  • A selection of beautiful bathroom and body products

  • Wilson & Dorset shaggy bean bag

  • Board games, cards and books

  • Pilates equipment

  • Optional extras available to add to your stay

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Ridge House is a sole-occupancy retreat, sleeping two guests in our king-sized bed. You will have full access to all the facilities to enjoy at your own leisure. 

  • The Ridge House sits on a working sheep and beef farm so unfortunately as much as we love pets, they are not permitted for their safety and the health & wellbeing of the stock.

  • The Ridge House is best suited to adults but we are happy to make some exceptions (if you would like to bring an infant 6 months (ish) and younger please be in touch. We can sort a portacot and things you may need.

  • Yes, very easy! No 4WD required. Once you have booked, we'll send you a full set of directions and everything you need to know, along check in instructions

  • The kitchen is fully equipped so you're welcome to bring and prepare your own food. Basic pantry items are also supplied along with a complimentary breakfast detailed in the features section. 

    Mosgiel (10 mins away) has a New World, Countdown & many food/takeaway options

  • The Ridge house is run by solar power. With a large solar field beside the cabin you won’t notice anything different. 

    Water for the shower & outdoor tub is heated via gas & is run on tank water so we do encourage guests to be mindful of their usage and to please conserve water where possible.

    There is plenty of charging ports for phones and personal devices.

  • The Ridge House is set on a small working sheep & beef farm which means there are some safety considerations.

    These include:

    • Visitors to The Ridge House stay at their own risk, this is a working farm so naturally it comes with some hazards (machinery and animals)

    • Leave gates as you find them - we will provide you with instructions for one locked gate you will need to open.

    • Animals are unpredicatable - please keep a safe distance

    • Extreme caution driving in and out of the property - driving speed limit on the property is 20km p/h

    • For your own safety please do not touch any farm machinery, and do not enter the farm buildings on the property

  • The kitchen has a fridge, hob, bench oven and all the usual equipment for preparing a meal, plus a Weber BBQ on the deck with pizza-making capability.

  • Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is 11am 

  • Yes, there is unlimited wifi and good cell reception. Please note there is no TV - you won’t need one we promise!

  • Yes absolutely, please note however that the main homestead is currently being built approximately 800 metres from The Ridge House. While the surrounding planting becomes established,  the main house can be seen in the distance but rest assured you have complete privacy.

A Little Extra

Fancy something waiting when you arrive? A couple of simple add-ons can be arranged ahead of your stay. You can either book when you make your reservation or email within 3 days prior to arrival. 

The Platter - $90

A generous selection of cheeses, crackers, dips, olives and a few other favourites, ready to enjoy when you arrive.

The Sundowner - $45

Either a six-pack of beer of your choice or a bottle of bubbles, a bag of chips and everything you need to make a classic Kiwi onion dip - best enjoyed on the deck as the sun goes down.