Enjoy a gentle afternoon garden walk at Longbush Cottage, perfect for those who prefer a more relaxed pace. Set across one hectare, the gardens feature a series of beautifully designed spaces, each with its own planting theme, all at their best in November.
This two-hour ramble includes plenty of time to explore, rest, and take in the surroundings. With numerous seating areas throughout the garden, it is well suited to participants with limited mobility. Two large glasshouses also provide sheltered spaces to enjoy should the weather be less than perfect.
Afternoon tea is included, with garden creator Luke on hand to share the story of Longbush Cottage and answer questions. Guests can also browse the onsite emporium, offering a selection of garden-themed gifts.
Part of Wairarapa Walking Festival 2025
Tickets: $28.92 each
🍕 Authentic wood-fired Napoletana pizzas by Roving Pizza, a garden bar, and golden-hour vibes — join us for Pizza Night at Longbush Cottage! 🌿✨
Roving Pizza with their mobile wood-fired oven 🚚🔥will be serving up authentic Napoletana pizzas — soft, crunchy, and unforgettable. Pair your pizza with a glass from our licensed garden bar, offering local wines, beers, and low/no alcohol options.
🌿 Relax in the gardens, grab a seat at a picnic table, or throw down a rug and enjoy golden-hour views. Kids are welcome (with supervision).
What to expect:
🍕 Hand-made wood-fired Napoletana pizzas
🍷 Licensed bar with wine, beer & non-alcoholic drinks
🌸 A relaxed outdoor garden setting
🛍️ Our Emporium may be open for a spot of gift shopping
Good to know:
🚫 No BYO alcohol
🚫 No pre-booking or takeaway orders in advance
💳 Card facilities available
🌦️ Weather updates will be posted here
Tickets:
🎟️ Free entry — just pay for food & drinks.
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Wairarapa Garden Experience
Tickets are now available for this exclusive tour of five remarkable private gardens.
Step behind the gates, meet the gardeners and designers, and enjoy fine food and thoughtful hospitality along the way.
Saturday, 29 November 2025
Limited places available – book now at www.gardens.org.nz
All proceeds support the New Zealand Gardens Trust.
Pick up in Wellington or Featherston.
🍕 Authentic wood-fired Napoletana pizzas by Roving Pizza, a garden bar, and golden-hour vibes — join us for Pizza Night at Longbush Cottage! 🌿✨
Roving Pizza with their mobile wood-fired oven 🚚🔥will be serving up authentic Napoletana pizzas — soft, crunchy, and unforgettable. Pair your pizza with a glass from our licensed garden bar, offering local wines, beers, and low/no alcohol options.
🌿 Relax in the gardens, grab a seat at a picnic table, or throw down a rug and enjoy golden-hour views. Kids are welcome (with supervision).
What to expect:
🍕 Hand-made wood-fired Napoletana pizzas
🍷 Licensed bar with wine, beer & non-alcoholic drinks
🌸 A relaxed outdoor garden setting
🛍️ Our Emporium may be open for a spot of gift shopping
Good to know:
🚫 No BYO alcohol
🚫 No pre-booking or takeaway orders in advance
💳 Card facilities available
🌦️ Weather updates will be posted here
Tickets:
🎟️ Free entry — just pay for food & drinks.
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📲 Click Going or Interested to stay updated. Gather your friends, bring your appetite, and enjoy Pizza Night under the Wairarapa sky!
🍕 Authentic wood-fired Napoletana pizzas by Roving Pizza, a garden bar, and golden-hour vibes — join us for Pizza Night at Longbush Cottage! 🌿✨
Roving Pizza with their mobile wood-fired oven 🚚🔥will be serving up authentic Napoletana pizzas — soft, crunchy, and unforgettable. Pair your pizza with a glass from our licensed garden bar, offering local wines, beers, and low/no alcohol options.
🌿 Relax in the gardens, grab a seat at a picnic table, or throw down a rug and enjoy golden-hour views. Kids are welcome (with supervision).
What to expect:
🍕 Hand-made wood-fired Napoletana pizzas
🍷 Licensed bar with wine, beer & non-alcoholic drinks
🌸 A relaxed outdoor garden setting
🛍️ Our Emporium may be open for a spot of gift shopping
Good to know:
🚫 No BYO alcohol
🚫 No pre-booking or takeaway orders in advance
💳 Card facilities available
🌦️ Weather updates will be posted here
Tickets:
🎟️ Free entry — just pay for food & drinks.
=================
📲 Click Going or Interested to stay updated. Gather your friends, bring your appetite, and enjoy Pizza Night under the Wairarapa sky!
🍕 Authentic wood-fired Napoletana pizzas by Roving Pizza, a garden bar, and golden-hour vibes — join us for Pizza Night at Longbush Cottage! 🌿✨
Roving Pizza with their mobile wood-fired oven 🚚🔥will be serving up authentic Napoletana pizzas — soft, crunchy, and unforgettable. Pair your pizza with a glass from our licensed garden bar, offering local wines, beers, and low/no alcohol options.
🌿 Relax in the gardens, grab a seat at a picnic table, or throw down a rug and enjoy golden-hour views. Kids are welcome (with supervision).
What to expect:
🍕 Hand-made wood-fired Napoletana pizzas
🍷 Licensed bar with wine, beer & non-alcoholic drinks
🌸 A relaxed outdoor garden setting
🛍️ Our Emporium may be open for a spot of gift shopping
Good to know:
🚫 No BYO alcohol
🚫 No pre-booking or takeaway orders in advance
💳 Card facilities available
🌦️ Weather updates will be posted here
Tickets:
🎟️ Free entry — just pay for food & drinks.
=================
📲 Click Going or Interested to stay updated. Gather your friends, bring your appetite, and enjoy Pizza Night under the Wairarapa sky!
🍕 Authentic wood-fired Napoletana pizzas by Roving Pizza, a garden bar, and golden-hour vibes — join us for Pizza Night at Longbush Cottage! 🌿✨
Roving Pizza with their mobile wood-fired oven 🚚🔥will be serving up authentic Napoletana pizzas — soft, crunchy, and unforgettable. Pair your pizza with a glass from our licensed garden bar, offering local wines, beers, and low/no alcohol options.
🌿 Relax in the gardens, grab a seat at a picnic table, or throw down a rug and enjoy golden-hour views. Kids are welcome (with supervision).
What to expect:
🍕 Hand-made wood-fired Napoletana pizzas
🍷 Licensed bar with wine, beer & non-alcoholic drinks
🌸 A relaxed outdoor garden setting
🛍️ Our Emporium may be open for a spot of gift shopping
Good to know:
🚫 No BYO alcohol
🚫 No pre-booking or takeaway orders in advance
💳 Card facilities available
🌦️ Weather updates will be posted here
Tickets:
🎟️ Free entry — just pay for food & drinks.
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📲 Click Going or Interested to stay updated. Gather your friends, bring your appetite, and enjoy Pizza Night under the Wairarapa sky!
Discover Longbush Cottage Gardens, where nature’s beauty unfolds in a modern, flower-filled setting. Rated 4★
Garden of Significance by NZGT, explore vibrant “garden rooms” radiating from the 1890s cottage.
Wander through vibrant colours, captivating plantings, and ever-changing seasonal highlights.
Explore at your own pace, or book a guided tour, enjoying a visual and sensory feast that evolves with the
seasons.
We’re open most days and weekends. Bookings are essential before your arrival.
A curated selection of garden treasures and artisan pieces — enhancing both garden and home. Step inside and discover something unique.
Located alongside the Gardens, the Emporium features textiles, ceramics, keepsakes, and seasonal plants — thoughtfully chosen to capture the spirit of Longbush.
Longbush Cottage Emporium A View In The Classique Glasshouse
The Glasshouses
French-crafted LAMS glasshouses, blending classic charm with modern durability. See them in our gardens, or explore
the full range online.
Whether seeking the perfect environment to nurture your seedlings and plants
or additional space in which to savour your garden throughout the year, LAMS presents tailored solutions
to meet your individual needs.
Explore a wide range of options that provide a sanctuary for cultivation and
inspire grand visions and designs
Longbush Cottage proudly serves as the national distributor of LAMS glasshouses in New Zealand.
It was a pity we went at the end of the Tulip season but it was lovely seeing some of the last tulips in flower. We will have to time it right to visit next time in the peonies season. Our host was excellent.
Wow Longbush Cottage! The tulips were outstanding and Luke was very helpful about how to look after them. A great place to unwind and enjoy the garden with friends
