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Taste. Play. Eat. Stay.

Nestled among pinot noir vineyards and landscapes shaped by a golden past, Bannockburn is one of Central Otago's most captivating destinations. Immerse yourself in history, fine wine and breathtaking landscapes.

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Discover the businesses that make this sub-region a must visit…

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Taste | Eat.

Eat and drink your way through boutique cellar doors and tasting rooms, linger over lunch at a local restaurant or café, or pack  picnic and head to the stunning Bannockburn Inlet for swimming and lazy afternoons on the water.
Stay a while. The dramatic Bannockburn Sluicings and nearby Stewart Town tell the story of a gold rush era that literally carved the hillsides into the striking semi-desert landscape you see today.


Bike trail at Carrick Winery

Stay.

Play on the celebrated Lake Dunstan Trail by bike or foot, explore heritage walking tracks through the sluiced terrain, browse local art and pottery galleries, or simply settle in at a cellar door and drink in those vineyard views.

Taste, Play, Eat, Stay.

Akarua Wines & Cellar Door

  • Monday to Friday, 10.30am - 4.00pm
    Bookings Essential

  • Rapid 210 Cairnmuir Road, Bannockburn, Central Otago, 9384

  • Offering a range of tastings options, food platters & experiences - our aim is to provide our visitors with a relaxed, enjoyable experience and to share the history and story of Akarua whilst also imparting our intimate knowledge of our wines and what makes them so special.

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Terra Sancta Wines & Cellar Door

  • Thursday to Friday, 11.00am - 2.00pm
    Bookings Essential

  • 306 Felton Road, Bannockburn

  • Set amongst the oldest vines planted in Bannockburn, with mesmerising views to the mountain ranges beyond, our charming schist cellar door is filled with character and delicious wines. A natural extension of Terra Sancta’s love of maps, wine, and botanicals, over an intimate seated tasting, relax and let our wines and people tell the story of our special place - Terra Sancta.

Visit Terra Sancta Wines to Book

Dicey Winery & Tasting Room

  • Tasting Room 7 days, 11am-5pm
    Walk ins are welcome with no bookings required, however, please feel free to check on availability.

  • 263 Felton Road, Bannockburn

  • Discover Diceys' renowned wine in Bannockburn with curated wine tastings of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Syrah and Gamay.

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Bannockburn Business

  • Monday to Friday, 10.30am - 4.00pm
    Bookings Essential

  • Rapid 210 Cairnmuir Road, Bannockburn, Central Otago, 9384

  • Offering a range of tastings options, food platters & experiences - our aim is to provide our visitors with a relaxed, enjoyable experience and to share the history and story of Akarua whilst also imparting our intimate knowledge of our wines and what makes them so special.

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Bannockburn Business

  • Monday to Friday, 10.30am - 4.00pm
    Bookings Essential

  • Rapid 210 Cairnmuir Road, Bannockburn, Central Otago, 9384

  • Offering a range of tastings options, food platters & experiences - our aim is to provide our visitors with a relaxed, enjoyable experience and to share the history and story of Akarua whilst also imparting our intimate knowledge of our wines and what makes them so special.

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Bannockburn Business

  • Thursday to Friday, 11.00am - 2.00pm
    Bookings Essential

  • 306 Felton Road, Bannockburn

  • Set amongst the oldest vines planted in Bannockburn, with mesmerising views to the mountain ranges beyond, our charming schist cellar door is filled with character and delicious wines. A natural extension of Terra Sancta’s love of maps, wine, and botanicals, over an intimate seated tasting, relax and let our wines and people tell the story of our special place - Terra Sancta.

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  • "Bannockburn reminded me very much of Provence, especially the dry dusty landscape, a little piece of France in New Zealand."

    Travel Blogger, Two Go Tiki Touring

  • "Even as a total beginner, I never felt lost. The step-by-step structure and encouragement along the way made all the difference."

    Former Customer

  • "This has been such a worthwhile investment in myself."

    Former Customer

Local Resources
  • Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.

  • Local supermarket and dairy’s include: Four square, Pips whole food market and so on and so forth.

  • Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.

  • Historic or noteworthy places to visit.

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