Hiwinui Country Estate Boutique Lodge

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We are a family owned and operated luxurious boutique lodge in the heart of the Manawatu. Disconnect and reconnect in a tranquil and idyllic setting.

Our perfectly-appointed lodge is an excellent getaway for downtime and relaxation, or to get together to celebrate your wedding, events or other special moments. Luxury accommodation on our family farm which has been owned and operated for six generations by the Stewart family. Centrally located for easy access to the lower North Island and close proximity to Palmerston North City. A place to unwind and relax with warm and friendly hospitality.

28/10/2026

One of our beautiful bedrooms has had a little refresh and we are loving the result.

New look. Same warm Hiwinui welcome.

21/10/2026

Today we celebrate someone truly special 🎈

Happy Birthday to the wonderful Jan, the heart and soul of Hiwinui Country Estate.

Jan is the matriarch of the family and a mother to all. Not just to her children but to everyone who has ever visited Hiwinui Country Estate. Her warmth, her generosity and her genuine care for the people around her is felt in every corner of the estate.

Hiwinui Country Estate is what it is today because of Jan. We hope today is as special as you are Jan. Happy Birthday 🎂

12/10/2026

Celebrate the season in style at Hiwinui Country Estate, an exclusive setting just 10 minutes from Palmerston North. Surrounded by beautiful grounds and countryside, our private estate provides the perfect backdrop for end-of-year celebrations.

Join us for a Christmas celebration alongside other groups, businesses, families and friends creating a lovely and welcoming atmosphere where everyone can enjoy the festive spirit together.

Your experience includes a set three-course buffet in our Hampton marquee, with plenty of time to enjoy good food and drinks, great company and the beautiful Hiwinui Setting.

Spaces are strictly limited. Visit our events page to book.

09/10/2026

The Proposal Package 💍

Inclusions
• One nights luxurious boutique accommodation in your choice of either the main lodge or the tree tops apartment
• Full use of the lodge including the outdoor spa pool
• Set up of your own private proposal area that you can ‘stumble upon’ to pop the question
• Bottle of bubbles to toast your celebration
• Shared grazing platter
• Fresh garden flowers in the room
• Continental breakfast

For exact rates please visit our website
When booking please advise us in the comments section ‘proposal package’

Optional extras
• Helicopter flight
• Photography package to capture the proposal (secretly)
• In room massage

30/09/2026

We are very proud of Julia being featured in the Mediaworks ‘Women in business in the Manawatū’ campaign celebrating women owned businesses in our region. We think Julia and everything she does represents everything that is special about business in the Manawatu.

Tune in to The Edge, The Breeze or More FM to hear Julia’s feature along with Emma from MOOMAA

23/09/2026

Good mornings start at Hiwinui Country Estate.

Wake up slowly, sip your coffee and step outside into the fresh Manawatu air.

08/09/2026

Two generations of the Stewart family. Jan and Julia, side by side, continuing a legacy that Dave and Jan have spent their lives building.

Julia is incredibly grateful for the roots they planted and the love they poured in. The greatest gift is getting to work alongside Jan and learning from her along the way.

05/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all of the wonderful dads out there 🤝🏼

Dave Stewart is the fourth generation of the Stewart family to farm this land in our beautiful corner of the Manawatu. A farmer, a father and the foundation of everything we have built at Hiwinui Country Estate.

Cheers to you Dave, thank you for everything you do 🍻

25/08/2026

Hiwinui Country Estate is your home away from home when you’re travelling for work.

An exclusive rural retreat where you can switch off at the end of a long day.

Warm and intimate. Peaceful and private. Set in the heart of the Manawatū Countryside just 10 minutes from Palmerston North 🌳

18/08/2026

We love reading feedback like this. Thank you for the wonderful words ☺️ we love what we do!

Address

465 Ashhurst Road, RD 11, Hiwinui
Palmerston North
4481

Telephone

+6463292838

Website

http://www.hiwinui.co.nz/

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