Annandale

Spanning four secluded private bays along Canterbury's wild Banks Peninsula, Annandale offers absolute privacy across a 4,000-acre working coastal sheep and cattle farm. Accessible only by 4WD or helicopter, the property consists of four individually designed, self-contained villas. Our favourite? The flagship Seascape villa is an ultra-modern glass-and-stone bunker built directly into a coastal cliff face, featuring an outdoor spa tub where fur seals swim just meters away.

For something a touch more rustic, opt for The Shepherd’s Cottage, a lovingly restored 1880s timber retreat high in the rolling green hills. Stays operate on a signature "create-and-serve" dining system, where private chefs pre-prepare multi-course meals using farm-grown lamb, beef, and locally grown produce.