WHAT’S ON AT THE LONGHOUSE
Small thoughtfully curated Retreats & Experiences on the Otago Coast
Plan your visit around some of Coastal Otago's most memorable seasonal experiences.
Every season brings something new to discover at The Longhouse and across Coastal Otago. From hosted retreats and thoughtfully curated stays to local festivals, gardens, wildlife and special events, we've gathered the experiences that make this region such a rewarding place to visit. Whether you're planning a weekend away or looking for a reason to return, we hope you'll find something to inspire your next stay.
Garden Otepoti - Gardenista Stay
Bloom — Celebration of Gardens
Ten days across October, when Ōtepoti Dunedin's gardens are at their spring best - we will be welcoming gardenistas to Karitane. If you are attending the Garden Otepoti Spring Bloom Festival - choose The Longhouse as your base for your stay.
Residential Retreat
Step into a slower rhythm. Give yourself permission to pause.
Quiet days on the Otago coast designed for rest, nature, and reconnection.
At The Longhouse we believe that true luxury is not noise, stimulation, or endless activity.
Luxury is calm.
Step away from daily life and immerse yourself in a few days of calm, restorative coastal retreat.
Planning to visit?
If you're travelling for one of these events, we'd love to welcome you.
Whether you're attending a festival, joining a retreat or simply extending your stay to explore Coastal Otago. The Longhouse offers exclusive-use accommodation in one of the region's most beautiful coastal settings.