Piha, New Zealand
129 Marine Parade North
N/A
+64 98128775
Te Wahi Ora is the perfect place to receive rest, wisdom and love. The conversations are wonderful around the dining table, the rooms perfect for solitude, the beach and sea a heartbeat away for a walking meditation or reflection on life. The food is delicious, beautifully prepared, with the famous 'billy' breakfast to take away with you each night and open at leisure. The Writing Weekends provide a safe and loving space to unfold the stories inside all of us waiting to be heard. For me, returning to Te Wahi Ora, is like a homecoming; a coming home to myself where I can be fully present and fully alive. In fact, the name Te Wahi Ora, translates from Maori, as 'a place to belong to while moving towards wholeness.' A name that lives up to its promise. x
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Sorry for the late review. I just now noticed I'd forgotten to do this when I returned to normal life back on Dec 25th 2018. I was lucky enough to stay a couple nights at this retreat due to the generosity of my Mum and the Te Wahi Ora sponsorship application. Bev and the other ladies who work at Te Wahi Ora were so welcoming and supportive. The other women who were staying at the retreat at the time were super lovely and I was surprised to find how much I enjoyed everyone's company and conversation. For me, Bev was the biggest surprise. She is so knowledgeable about so many different topics, open to non-judgmental. I especially liked hearing from her during our lunch and dinner conversations. I'd say I'm younger than most women who choose to stay at Te Wahi Ora, but that suited me just fine. If you're after a retreat which includes spas, 24/7 room service and getting dressed up for fancy dinners and loud parties - this is not the place for you. Te Wahi Ora provide meals (and try their best to cater to different dietary preferences) to share with others or in your room if you prefer some alone time, your own clean and tidy room to relax in, beautiful gardens & outdoor relaxation areas and just a whole lot of time to chill out in peace and quiet. I've included the 4 pictures I took during my stay. Three are of the Sunflower room, situated at the very back of the property, and one is standing at the back door next to the kitchen enjoying the rain coming down on the garden. I'd highly recommend Te Wahi Ora to anyone needing some time and space to retreat, relax and reboot from what ever your busy life looks like for you. Its a safe place, and a welcoming place. I hope to visit again one day.
This is a really special place run by a bunch of nurturing women, set up specifically to help give other women space to take time out, relax and recharge. No housework. All the meals cooked for you. Company or not depending on how you feel. And Piha is BEAUTIFUL! You'll visit and then find yourself coming back again and again.
An excellent recharge facility with top notch beds and jovial, sincere hospitality. The food is very delicious and healthy too. I went there to work on my thesis and the support was very useful!
Te Wahi Ora is one of my favourite places in the world (and I've been to quite a few cool places). I have visited annually for the past few years and each time I never want to leave. I'm writing this now tucked up in the gorgeous caravan accomodation in the garden listening to the sound of the surf in the distance after a delicious home cooked meal. Bev is the ultimate host; kind, welcoming and great company. There is time to rest and rejuvenate, walk on the wild, windswept beach, have a beautiful massage and enjoy the incredible food that is cooked and served with love. I can't recommend Te Wahi Ora enough.
A special place to feel welcome, be restored and enjoy. Great meals with vegetables from their garden. When it's cold, we share dinner in front of the fire with a glass of wine.
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