The Moraine

Twizel · Canterbury

  • Premium
  • Grand
  • Elegant
  • Lakeside

On the shores of Lake Pukaki near Twizel, The Moraine is the main event space of a high-country estate with on-site accommodation, in-house catering, and a sun-drenched patio linked to the lodge. The property also features the Pukaki Wine Cellar and an Observatory with a retractable roof for stargazing. Suited to large groups, it hosts weddings and workshops.

At a glance

Cream render cottages with dark metal roofs and timber porch gables, mountain range behind Cream render building with dark roof and timber-framed bi-fold doors, outdoor chairs on concrete patio Cream render cottage with dark metal roof and timber gable porch, young plantings at dusk Bathroom with patterned tile floor, vessel basin and large picture window to mountain plains Vaulted timber-beam lounge with white fireplace, leather armchairs and mountain view through windows Vaulted timber-beam room with leather sofas, dining table and large window framing mountain panorama King bedroom with timber ceiling, glazed doors and mountain plain view beyond King bedroom with timber beam ceiling, upholstered bedhead and leaded windows Bedroom with timber ceiling and glazed French doors open to mountain view Twin bedroom with timber beam ceiling, upholstered bedheads and leaded windows
Capacity
This venue accommodates grand gatherings, over 200 seated guests depending on layout.
Price tier
Premium. A guide to typical pricing, not a quote.
Catering
In-house catering
Accommodation
On-site accommodation available
Suited for
Wedding, Workshop
Facilities
Windows, Off-street parking, Wi-Fi, Projector, Crockery, Microphone, Garden grounds, Outdoor area

Where it is

86 Mt Cook Road (SH80), Lake Pukaki, Ben Ōhau

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Bookable options

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Libby Ellmers Photography Woodend Photographer Flowers Across Christchurch Canterbury Florist Suzi Pethig - Geraldine Celebrant Geraldine Celebrant Head Rush Hair Salon (Bridal Team) Christchurch Hair & makeup Elbee Events Canterbury Styling & décor JNC Hire (Johnson & Couzins) Canterbury Marquee & hire

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