Lavender Hill Bed & Breakfast - Riverhead

4-star bed and breakfast on an organic lavender farm with an award-winning distillery in Riverhead

Rooms & Accommodation

Lavender Hill Bed & Breakfast Riverhead offers four bedrooms, each with a private modern ensuite. The 1970s-designed home features a shared kitchen, lounge, and outdoor dining areas with views of lavender fields and the Waitakere Ranges. Two ground floor and two upstairs bedrooms provide flexible layouts for families or groups.

Dining & Culinary

The hotel has a unique collaboration with a professional French patisserie chef for dining experiences, including gourmet food pairings. A continental breakfast with fresh bread, croissants, fruit, yogurt, and granola is served each morning. Guests also have access to a well-stocked fridge with items such as homemade rhubarb and plum compote.

Distillery & Farm Experience

Lavender Hill operates an on-site boutique distillery producing award-winning gin and limoncello, rated 93/100 and 5 stars from Wine Orbit. Guests can join gin tasting sessions and distillery tours led by the gin maker on the 3 hectare farm. The organic farm supplies botanicals used in the spirits, and visitors can feed alpacas and sheep during a guided walk.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Lavender Hill in Riverhead is located 27 km from Eden Park Stadium and 43 km from Auckland Airport, with easy access to the Kumeu wine district. The property is close to craft breweries, local restaurants, and natural parks for recreational activities. Guests can also visit the Auckland Harbour Bridge and Sky Tower within a short drive.

Weddings & Family-Friendly Features

The hotel offers exclusive use of the barn accommodation, making it a popular venue for intimate weddings and bridal parties. Child-friendly amenities include a kid-friendly buffet, a portacot, and a safe outdoor space with alpacas and sheep. The property has CCTV, smoke alarms, and accessible parking for added safety and convenience.

• Distillery: On-site award-winning gin and limoncello with 93/100 rating from Wine Orbit
• Farm: 3 hectares of organic lavender, olive, and lemon groves with alpacas and sheep
• Rooms: Four bedrooms each with private ensuite and shared living areas
• Dining: French patisserie chef collaborations and gourmet food pairings
• Location: Minutes from Kumeu wine district and craft breweries
• Suitable for: Intimate weddings, family retreats, and group getaways