ArtStay on Waiheke Island

For a totally unique holiday experience, stay at ArtStay on Waiheke Island. The mud-brick mansion is the residency of artist Gabriella Lewenz, set among five vineyards and rolling coastal pastures.

The ArtStay property features a two bedroom guest house for patrons, collectors and appreciators of fine and contemporary art, situated adjacent to the main building. It has a fully equipped kitchen for self catering. ArtStay is New Zealand's largest earth-brick building and was hand built over three years by the owners, visiting and local artists and other friends. There are sunny courtyards and verandas, luxurious guest suites and beautiful artworks throughout the house, gardens and grounds.

Art exhibitions are held often on the beautiful grounds of ArtStay, with such suprises as sculptures and installations along coastal walking tracks and tucked into secluded gardens. This is a retreat designed specifically for people wishing to experience the art community of Waiheke Island.