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.
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.
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
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Monday to Friday, 10.30am - 4.00pm
Bookings Essential -
Rapid 210 Cairnmuir Road, Bannockburn, Central Otago, 9384
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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.
Terra Sancta Wines & Cellar Door
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Thursday to Friday, 11.00am - 2.00pm
Bookings Essential -
306 Felton Road, Bannockburn
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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.
Dicey Winery & Tasting Room
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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
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Discover Diceys' renowned wine in Bannockburn with curated wine tastings of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Syrah and Gamay.
Mt Difficulty Cellar Door & Restaurant
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Open Wednesday - Sunday
Tastings 10.30am - 4.30pm
Restaurant 10.30am - 3.30pm
Closed 24-26 December. Open 1-2 Jan (surcharge applies). -
73 Felton Road, Bannockburn
Cromwell 9384, Central Otago
New Zealand+64 3 445 3445
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Experience Mt Difficulty’s unique hospitality while taking in the spectacular views of Bannockburn’s dramatic rugged rock and thyme landscape.
Te Kano Cellar Door
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Monday to Friday, 10.30am - 4.00pm
Bookings Essential -
Rapid 210 Cairnmuir Road, Bannockburn, Central Otago, 9384
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Gate 20 Two
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Tastings and wine sales are available by appointment, so if you’d like to pop in for a visit, just email us at info@gate20two.co.nz or phone us to arrange a time on 0274 515 645.
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We are easy to find along Felton Rd. in Bannockburn, turn first right after you cross the bridge. Look for Gate 20 Two gate on your right after Mt Difficulty
As a bonus, the view from the vineyard is spectacular.
If you are in Central Otago, please take the time to visit; we look forward to meeting you.
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Our cellar door is part of our house on the vineyard. We are happy to welcome you as guests and to have the chance to tell you about ourselves and our wines.
You will have the opportunity to taste and to buy – we sell only from the vineyard – and we enjoy meeting the people who drink and appreciate our wine. You can also see and learn about a working vineyard while you visit.
The Bannockburn Art Society
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Click link to see up coming event dates
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37 Hall Road, Bannockburn, New Zealand, 9384
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We bring to Bannockburn Village activities that offer learning, entertainment and artistic merit to its residents. With a large group of full time professional artists residing in the village the main function has been to showcase their talents to the residents and then adding other events to keep the arts front and centre in our lives.
Lake Dunstan Trail - Bike Trail
Kawarau Gorge Trail - Bike Trail
Carrick Cellar Door & Restaurant
Bannockbrae Lodge
Carrick Accomodation
Bannockburn Hotel
The Kitchen Garden - Private Chef
Black Rabbit Kitchen and Bar
Black Quail Estate
Tannacrieff Port Tastings
Stewart Town
Odelle Morshuis Artist
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Click link to see up coming event dates
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37 Hall Road, Bannockburn, New Zealand, 9384
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We bring to Bannockburn Village activities that offer learning, entertainment and artistic merit to its residents. With a large group of full time professional artists residing in the village the main function has been to showcase their talents to the residents and then adding other events to keep the arts front and centre in our lives.
Bike Hire
Eco Pods
Local Resources Information and Studies
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Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Bannockburn has no public transport. It is recommended that you arrange your own transport to and from. Hire cars and local tour operators. If you are biking the trails, note that there are no shops or toilet facilities in Bannockburn itself. Cromwell is the nearest town for this.
Please be courteous to the local businesses by letting them know you are coming.
Refrain from eating your own supplied lunch where food and beverages are provided, and if you need to use the bathrooms, ask respectfully and pay in kind.
Have a fantastic visit.
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Local supermarkets are New World and Fresh Choice in Cromwell.
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Historic or noteworthy places to visit.
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This study was conducted by Paul Crump, to expand on the information covered by J C Parcell's book, The Heart of the Desert and to locate the historical sites on a map. With no suitable maps available, Paul has created a series of 13 hand-drawn maps.
Sites of interest, including dwellings, hotels, stores, mines and dredges, have been identified on these maps, along with topographical features such as local place names, water races and the development of the roading network, including bridges and ferries.