Feature - Akaroa - Inside Out - Sep 2018 by Ashburton Guardian

INSIDE OUT Akaroa House and Garden Tour 2018

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After leaving French Farm in 2014, downsizing to a much smaller garden was going to present a challenge. Firstly removing two large Phoenix Palms & countless seedling trees/shrubs. Then a major renovation & addition to the 1950’s house & Nancy started laying out her new garden. Rules we set were: no lawns, LYTTELTON no hedges & no prickly roses! We have broken some of these already!

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“A garden is a lovely place to sit in the shade and admire. Mine wasn’t made by gazing, just hard work never ending, giving me joy each season. Oh so rewarding” - Margaret Chaney 1985. Akaroa FyrneBrooke House is tucked away in a beautiful garden filled with old world & modern Roses, Rhododendrons, ornamental & native trees & a private walking track meandering through the native bush all nestled between Balguerie Stream & native bush. The garden was designed & planted by Margaret (Ma) Chaney and has wonderful wee nooks, hidden delights & tranquil seating areas, all with varying views of the Peninsula hills, native bush & Akaroa. Please park on Rue Balguerie close to Saint Peters Church and walk up the side lane to the property.

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The Kearney Rhodes House is so named from the first two women who owned the home. Anne Kearney, an Irish widow with 5 adult children built it in 1867 and May Rhodes used it in the 1930’s as a ‘maternity home’. Purchased to save in 2010 by Stephen Cashmore, Architectural and Interior Designer, the house has undergone a mixture of conservation, restoration and adaption to give new life to a place with much social significance to Akaroa. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see inside this historic property and view the restoration work.

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hillside, poor soil and a variety of different climates. Recently established is a A secret well-kept behind the laurel hedges. In the 15 years that Linda new area on clay soil in a hot sunny area which contrasts with shady woodlands & Dieter have owned the property they have enjoyed seeing the 10asMike & Georgie Kingstons, trees mature. TuckedOborne, in flat spaces are Tony’s vegetable plots, all enjoying transformation from a rundown cottage surrounded by giant walnut trees 12 Bells Road, Takamatua | Garden different growing conditions. Extensive plantings of Renga Renga and grasses and paddock into a magical haven. The walnut trees form the backbone link the areas together finishing with an English country garden and the front of the garden. There are extensive plantings of tree ferns and shade lovers Morning AfternoonFraser, tea will Coombe be availableFarm, on the front lawn (Guardians under the old trees and a lime grove produces loads of limes. The long stretch 11lawn. Hugh and &Kathrine of Akaroa Hospital fundraiser). Park on Rue Balguerie and walk up, look for the of pleached laurels, box hedges and topiaries lead to the rose garden. A Takamatua Valley Road, Takamatua | Garden substantial potager provides year round fruit and vegetables. Lilies, peonies, painted iron cow and bull.

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Akaroa and the surrounding bays E TAKAMATUA are known for their fabulous V I 9 5 Jane Cook, ‘L’abri’, Jan & Charles Whitehead, Lavaud House, gardens 83 and historical cottages R 7 Takamatua Bay Rd, Takamatua | Garden Rue Lavaud, Akaroa | Garden D With a commanding view of the Takamatua Bay and surrounding Dr Stewarts Old House or Home of the Cows. Built around 1902, as a Boarding S Uis stillhills,beingthis and House, thebutInside Out Akaroa House garden began from a rough farm paddock 10 years ago and it has had many uses and owners over theT years. It is now a developed single-handedly by its owner. The vegetable garden is on the treasured family home. The grounds and gardens have had considerable S and work Garden Tour held every M I are stilltwo 3 Nancy & Bryan Tichborne, 8 Linda & Dieter Alldinger, flattest piece of land and the large fruit orchard the hens call home. The done on them over the past nine years but in early stages of R 16 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa | Garden & Studio 33 Morgans Road, Akaroa | Garden main flowering gardens (roses, peonies & lilies abound) are quite steep maturity. However, it is the stunning sea views from the front lawn which M years is one not to be missed. U but feel free to circle the house & garden. Enjoy Jane’s garden that she has captivate everyone on arrival. Devonshire Teas will be served on the lawn. I O created with cuttings taken over the years as gardening is her passion. The Due to this Guardians of Akaroa Hospital fundraiser the inside house isn’t for Not only doesTit allow you to 4 Ali & Charl Chaney, Akaroa Frynebrooke House, T house is used for a B&B so please respect the privacy of guests. viewing unless by arrangement with the owners on the day. Parking is on Rue 8 Akaroa i-SITE 15a Rue Balguerie, Akaroa | Garden & Studio Garden Adventure One mobility park at the house viewLavaud. a diverse range ofif needed. interesting R of Tane Centre O 7 5 Jan & Charles Whitehead, Lavaud House, 10 Mike and Georgie Oborne, Kingstons, gardens, it also allows you to AD6 6 Jacqui & Tim Richardson, ‘French Bay House’, 83 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa | Garden 12 Bells Road, Takamatua | Garden take a peek into rare&and 113 Rue Jolie, some Akaroa | House Garden Large rambling park-like garden including pond, small vineyard, fruit 6 Jacqui & Tim Richardson, French Bay House, Built for Dr Watkins in 1874, this iconic Akaroa house has captured the eye and nut trees. In the last 20 years extensive planting has been made 5 113 Rue Jolie, Akaroa | House & Garden historical cottages. 4 of many a passer-by. Recently refurbished as a Boutique Bed and Breakfast, of magnolias, camelias, rhododendrons, roses and deciduous trees to 3 French Bay House is nestled amongst a well-established cottage garden with complement the 150 year old European trees. Fourteen including an abundance ofproperties new and old roses. A paint box of colours greets you as you 7 Valerie & David Crichton, Fleur Cottage, Parking on Bells Road. Limited disabled parking up drive by house. enter the garden with many places to sit and appreciate the variety of plants 154-156 Rue Jolie, Akaroa | Cottage & Garden Fisherman’s Bay Garden which is a and different aspects of the house. Come and soak up the historic charm both inside and out. www.frenchbayhouse.co.nz 11 Hugh & Kathrine Fraser, ‘Coombe Farm’, haven in the rugged and dramatic Takamatua Valley Road, Takamatua | Garden 2 Cashmore Family, landscape of the Banks Peninsula Family farm homestead from 1900 in the Takamatua valley. A cottage 2 7 Valerie & David Crichton, ‘Fleur Cottage’, Kearney-Rhodes House, garden bursting with roses and old fashioned flowers that are their best 154-156 Rue Jolie, Akaroa | Cottage and Garden coastline, Nancy Tichborne’s new 38 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa | House in late spring. Plus a vegetable garden. There is a bush walk alongside the Robinson’s Bay In the 1990s the cottage was purchased by Valerie and David. Colin creek and for the more adventurous a 20 minute walk across farmland For properties Pilbrow (Architect) developed a concept plan for restoration and adaption studio and garden in Akaroa, the to a waterfall. Soak in the ambience of the character heritage home and introducing sun and light and linking it seamlessly to the newly created 9-12 see Takamatua map working farm environment. newly completed Kearney-Rhodes garden design. The ‘widows walk’ (deck) above the cherry tree arbour 13-15 see Peninsula map overlooks the garden to the harbour beyond. French doors connect the House Akaroa more. house in and garden seamlessly.and A newlymany landscaped garden kept the existing 1 Tony & Marie Rhodes, significant trees while creating a series of ‘rooms’. Quirky elements abound. 9 Rue Cachalot, Akaroa | Garden This yearis now there will alsowithin bethe historic Fleur Cottage a leafy oasis filledbe with birdsong 1 precinct of the village. Take your time to soak in the ambience. Onawe a cluster three properties in You will beof directed through the cottage to the garden behind. A dedicated plants-person, Nancy likes to think of this garden (most likely her Takamatua, a stone’s throw from PeninsulaAKAROA Takamatua 9 10 last) as one that will evolve & change as she does. Her new studio will be open 2 Cashmore Family, ‘Kearney-Rhodes House’, Akaroa JUSTtownship. OUTSIDE AKAROA 1 and art works will be for viewing and for sale. Tony & Marie Rhodes, 38 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa | House

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Boutique a must-see

Olives are us

Established in 2004, Ça Bouge Boutique is a contemporary shopping space in heavenly Akaroa. A well-curated selection of streetwear and fashion-forward apparel for men and women awaits, plus the accessories to complete your look: sunglasses, shoes, hats, handbags, backpacks and jewellery. Even a range of divine bed-linen and candles! New season stock is arriving daily and with it, a fun take on the upcoming season: boho frocks in ultrabright florals, retro-inspired cuts, the romance of pin tucks and highbuttoned collars, boxy shirts and sporty shift dresses, floaty blouses, denim of all hues embroidered with inspirational messages, wide-leg, pegged-leg and glorious jewel-toned trousers; understated elegance and modern-cool; in beautiful fabrics of organic cotton, linen, silk and merino; flats and platforms, espadrilles, block and kitten heels and slides — Ça Bouge Boutique aims to delight their customers with a mix of the chic and unexpected.

The Old French Road Olive Grove is located on the outskirts of Akaroa, overlooking Takamatua Bay. The first olive trees were planted on the property in 2000 when it was under the ownership of Rob and Sue Cooper. Prior to this the land received little care and was riddled with gorse and broom. The grove is nestled in a valley of 20 acres with fresh water springs, ponds and native woods. We bought the Grove in 2011 and renamed it Old French Road after the track on which it is located. This was the route taken by early settlers travelling from Takamatua to Akaroa. Garry McFarlane, who has been involved in the establishment and maintenance of the grove from inception, has helped landscape the property with paths, ponds, terraces for the olive trees and native plantings. The valley has a northerly orientation and the sloping grounds make it almost frost free. The warmth and fertile soils ensure ideal growing conditions.

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Treasures abound for your closet and home. The mix of New Zealand and overseas designers – Diesel, Havaiana’s, IceBreaker, Ketz-ke, Leo+Be, Lemon Tree, Loobie’s Story, Noa Noa, Random, Scotch & Soda, Sills, Standard Issue, Superdry, Sylvester and Trelise Cooper and more – the spectacular seaside view and cruisy outdoor area all combine to make Ça Bouge Boutique a not-to-be-missed destination while you’re in Akaroa! On-line store also open! Check out cabougeboutique.co.nz

Ça Bouge Boutique, set in the jewel box surrounds of seaside Akaroa, is the perfect destination for your adventures in fashion! We’ve sourced fabulous designer labels for men & women from versatile street-wear to the more fashion-forward, and new season apparel, shoes & accessories that will surprise and delight is arriving almost daily. Make us part of your Akaroa experience. We’re open daily from 9:30am – 5pm or shop on-line anytime!

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Our main olive varieties are Frantoia, Manzanilla, Kalamata and Picholene which we harvest for both oil and table olives. All our oils are Olives NZ Certified. Olive oil is best consumed within one to two years of pressing. It will retain its fresh flavour for much longer if it is stored in dark coloured glass bottles in a cool place away from bright light. We protect our oil from the time it is processed by keeping it in stainless steel containers in a room maintained at a constant 16 degrees. Buy online www.akaroaolives.co.nz

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Home away from home Camping in style

La Rochelle Motel is conveniently located on Rue Lavaud in Akaroa and is the prefect place to base yourself while exploring the township and the surrounding peninsula. The property is close to Akaroa’s walking trails, galleries, Jubilee Park and some of Akaroa’s top restaurants. Start your day with coffee and a croissant at a nearby café before swimming with dolphins on Akaroa Harbour or browsing the village’s boutiques. Your hosts Alex and Jane have over 20 years’ experience in hospitality and provide a range of well appointed rooms which all overlook a native garden and tranquil stream. Each room has its own private patio or balcony. This is the prefect place

to relax with a cuppa and listen to the local birdlife. The units are comfortable, quiet and smokefree, with double-glazed windows, cooking facilities and en suite bathrooms. They have free wireless broadband (Wi-Fi) access as well as LCD TV and SKY select. There is also a range of leisure equipment available for complimentary guest use: play the traditional French game of Petanque, borrow tennis gear for a game at the local courts or use the complimentary fishing gear to try your luck in the harbour. Book via our website and each guest will receive freshly baked croissants with butter and jam each morning of your stay.

Kate and Richie have relocated from Ashburton to Banks Peninsula and have set up this unique glamping experience on their 30has of working farmland. Te Wepu can be found in the historic French Farm Valley on the western side of Akaroa Harbour on Banks Peninsula. Kate and Richie want you to have a special and unforgettable experience, so they’ll work with you to establish key details such as your arrival time (so the bath can be hot!) and whether you’ll be wanting one of Kate’s legendary Te Wepu hampers (hot tip: you do!). Each pod has its own private setting including wood fired hot tub (emptied, cleaned and refreshed after each guest), fire pit, WiFi, an ecofriendly waterless (and odourless) Bioloo, camping facilities including a gas barbecue, and delicious fresh spring water. The other pod is your utility pod which includes a composting bioloo, a high quality chilly bin, changing area with towels and bathrobes for your hot tub experience.

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And as described by a recent guest; “Wow! What a stunningly beautiful experience. The location is secluded and beautiful with breath-taking views. The pods are awesome and truly make glamping easy with all the facilities you need and the hosts are outstanding, adding the little touches that make you feel welcome and appreciated. If you’re looking for a secluded stylish private getaway, but close to places to visit, then this is a must! You’ll love it!” – Richard, Christchurch Book for your summer escape now at tewepu.co.nz

Modern and contemporary, set within a beautiful private, native garden with a stream boundary – surroundings so tranquil that you’ll wake to the sound of birdsong.

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Is all about escape Relax and unwind in our peaceful and private slice of paradise. Book Now for summer Hosts Alex & Jane 1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa 0800 452 762 www.larochellemotel.co.nz

Contact: Kate & Richie Bocock 0800 839 378 | 021 873645 | www.tewepu.co.nz