The Falls Retreat know how to create memories, whether it’s for a corporate function, a Christmas get together, a special birthday celebration, an anniversary or a wedding we understand how important it is that your day is one to remember. Our tranquil grounds also offer a peaceful and welcoming place to gather for memorials.

We have an amazing property set in natural surrounds situated in the stunning Karangahake Gorge, and we provide an intimate, yet informal and relaxed environment.

We have a charming Bistro which has gained an excellent reputation for serving awesome food with warm, friendly service. Our award winning chef, Brad King serves mouth-watering dishes to impress. We are fully licensed with an extensive bar list which includes an amazing selection of wines, spirits, beer, cocktails and soft drinks.

We would love to here from you, so if you are looking for a location to celebrate or commemorate please contact us on the link below or select one of the options to find out more:

Private Functions and Events

Weddings

Elopement Package

Kids Parties

Anniversaries

Christmas Parties

Memorials and Funeral gatherings

The Falls Retreat is ideally located in the Central North Island close to Tauranga, Hamilton, Rotorua and Taupo Districts. It’s a great place for corporates to come together and meet for quarterly meetings or special events.

It has a large meeting area with a roaring fire where you can discuss matters of the day, an outside area where you can break out and stunning grounds that you can roam to get some fresh air. Browse the veggie gardens or take a walk to view the Owharoa waterfalls.

Then sit down to a beautiful lunch prepared by our executive chefs. The food uses seasonal organic produce which means our menu changes on a regular basis as our chefs select the finest and freshest ingredients for your plate.

There is also a large carpark that can be used for your guests or it can be used to showcase products such as new car launches or car rallies. And there are lots of activities around the local area if you are looking for ways to team build from eco bikes to gorge walks and fly fishing.

Functions that have been held at The Falls Retreat include:

VIP Dinners

Cocktail Events

Car Dealership Product Launches

Quarterly Corporate Meetings

Executive Board Meetings

Christmas Functions

Exclusive Car Rallies

Let us take all the hassle away so you can sit back and take part in the function. 

We want you to remember this day forever and that's why we hire out The Falls Retreat as a wedding venue.

We have a unique rustic property with a romantic pergoda overlooking Owharoa Falls. It is the perfect location for your ceremony and we have extensive grounds providing numerous photo opportunities.

Brad and his team will serve mouth-watering dishes to impress your guests and we are fully licensed with an extensive bar list which includes award winning wines to share with friends.

The barn style dining with its open fire place is in keeping with the rest of the property so whether it's a summer or winter wedding the venue can work to fit in with your plans.

We also have three charming cottages, providing the bride and groom (or guests) with a delightful place to stay (we can even provide a delicious cooked breakfast the following morning).

There is also a great children’s playground should the younger guests need entertaining.

We invite you to experience our beautiful property, The Falls Retreat for yourselves! We look forward to welcoming you here.

Please click the button below to organise a personalised venue tour with our Wedding & Event Manager:

To download our wedding brochure please complete the form below then click the link that pops up!

The Falls Retreat is one of the most intimate and idyllic places you could elope in New Zealand. With our unique rustic property overlooking the stunning Owharoa Waterfall, and extensive photo opportunities within our grounds, it is the perfect location for your ceremony.

Stay in our romantic Waterfall Cabin for the night, enjoy a delicious 2 course gourmet hamper and relax with a bottle of bubbles.

We understand that you want the experience to be special for just you and your closest loved ones so we have designed an elopement package which offers the perfect balance for your special day.

Elopement Package includes:

Celebrant

Ceremony overlooking the waterfall

Decadent Gourmet Hamper to enjoy after your ceremony

1 night accommodation in Waterfall Cabin with cooked breakfasts delivered room service style the following morning

Bottle of Italian Prosecco on arrival

Small bouquet of garden picked flowers

Witnesses

Optional Extras P.O.A

Log Cabin or Rose Cottage upgrade

Celebration Cake

Ceremony styling

Elopement PLUS - enquire for details if you would like to invite a few guests

Prices start from $1950

We invite you to experience our beautiful property, The Falls Retreat for yourselves – come try the food or take a look around. We look forward to welcoming you here.

To download our elopement wedding brochure please complete the form below:

The Falls Retreat is the perfect place for an event or function, be it a special anniversary, a school reunion or a Christmas Party. Our venue is set in a beautiful woodland setting with barn style dining and open fire place. Whether it's a cold winter night or a hot summers evening our venue can accomodate it all.

To find out more about holding your special event with us please drop us a line and we can discuss your requirements.

Our rustic barn with it’s open fireplace and views out to the garden, is ideal for a memorial. This area works perfectly for intimate services and can accommodate inside seating for up to 80 guests, with the opportunity to mingle outside in our seated area and explore the gardens and playground.

The Falls Retreat memorial package offers delicious catering options, with organic, seasonal produce made from scratch. We can organise delicious grazing platters or a sit down meal while you reminisce with close friends and family.

From $35pp

Cash bar and allocated bar tab options available with a full wine and beverage list to choose from.

We specialise in offering unique food experiences including The Festive Feast!

A festive shared style dining experience designed to bring everyone together for relaxed and leisurely meal. Enjoy an amazing 3 course set menu with everyone seated at long tables in our charming barn where the Christmas decorations will be out, the tree will be up and jingle bells playing in the background for a truly Festive Feast! Have fun with our outdoor games and kids playground, explore our kitchen gardens & orchard and enjoy our beautiful property. This is seasonal dining at its finest and you won't want to miss out!

When? Available every Friday and Saturday in December and other dates for groups of 20 people or more!

How much? $85pp

Optional add ons:

Bike hire - Why not make a day of it and hire bikes to clycle the Hauraki Rail Trail which runs ong the bottom of oureway. Cycles provided with helmets and maps - $55pp

Garden to Table Experience - Learn more about the provenance of food with a special tour of our organic veggie gardens, identifying, harvesting and tasting produce used throughout our menus - $35pp