Nestled in the heart of Gordonton, Woodlands Estate features a beautifully preserved 19th-century homestead, stunning heritage gardens, a vibrant café, family-friendly grounds, and a calendar of events.
For weddings, meetings, or special gatherings, the elegant Wisteria Room is the perfect venue to host your occasion.
Whether you're here for a leisurely garden walk, a weekend coffee, or to connect with history, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Woodlands Estate a must-visit Gordonton destination.
Step into history at Woodlands Estate, established in 1872 following the 1860s Land Wars. Originally part of a sprawling 98,000-acre expanse of raw, undeveloped land, the early settlers worked tirelessly to build roads and drain the wetlands, transforming it into the thriving estate you see today.
Discover the legacy of their hard work — explore the historic homestead, wander through our stunning gardens, and immerse yourself in the rich history that makes Woodlands a treasured part of Gordonton’s heritage.
"We chose Woodlands because we loved the venue and the fact we could have the whole day at one place, including getting ready. The package was amazing and the price was great. The venue is stunning and we loved that it had its own style but still had the potential for you to style or add your own design.
We definitely felt like we were in good hands leading up to the day and on the day"Bex & Trav
"Our wedding was amazing - it was a magical day, nothing could have been better. This was due to excellent service by Estelle and her team and the caterers Kerr & Ladbrook. Thank you so much, we really appreciate everything you did"Jenny & Scott
"We had the absolute pleasure of celebrating our wedding at Woodlands Estate with their Tie the Knot Thursdays deal
From the very beginning, Estelle, the wedding coordinator, was a dream to work with. Her communication was fantastic, she went above and beyond by finding us a great wedding photographer at the last minute.
We enjoyed a meal and drinks with our guests at the on-site cafe. The atmosphere, service, and overall experience were nothing short of exceptional.
We would highly recommend Woodlands Estate to anyone looking for outstanding service, breathtaking scenery, and a truly unforgettable wedding day."Jaime & Daniel
"Thanks so much for Friday night, it was such a good evening and the team really enjoyed themselves!!
Everyone was raving about the food and how yummy it was!
Thank you so much for putting on such a delicious spread and there was plenty of it, which was nice!
Your team were lovely and really nice to deal with."Cooper Aitken - Morrinsville
"Thank you for all you did to make our event a success! We had some lovely feedback from the night, and it’s a beautiful venue."Thomson ITM - Hamilton
