From Tai Chi to I Do

Pudding Hill Lodge is Canterbury’s best-kept secret - set in the heart of the South Island, with an outlook to the Southern Alps.

It is a setting that countless groups, from wedding parties to Tai Chi retreats, from skiing families to bagpipe conventions, may choose for celebrating, conferencing and generally getting away from it all.

The groups that choose Pudding Hill for their special event or weekend retreat range from 10 to 110 people. They are looking for the perfect place to host their conference or event.They want a balance between intimate and convenient - a mix of affordable and “out of this world.”

Couples, families and independent travellers also find it’s an ideal base for some of Canterbury’s best experiences. Pudding Hill Lodge is set in a backdrop of idyllic farmland at the foot of Mt Hutt, an easy drive from Christchurch International Airport along the Inland Scenic Route 72. Only 10 minutes from Methven village and five minutes to the Mt Hutt ski field access road, Pudding Hill Lodge features numerous large meeting and conference rooms, a spacious lounge area with open fire and wi-fi, and a comfortable bar area with wood burner and unsurpassed views of Mt Hutt.

Why is Pudding Hill such a perfect spot to tie the knot? Couples who have met in the mountains say it’s an incredibly convenient – and breathtaking – place to share their special occasion, and the alpine environment, with friends and family. Groups love the on-site spa, sauna, tennis court and badminton. And for quiet time? There’s table tennis, satellite TV and a small farmyard (a favourite with little guests, who make fast friends with the alpacas and kune kunes!)

The facilities are about flexibility and plenty of choices, from self-contained motel units to chalets and shared accommodation for up to 120. At Pudding Hill Lodge, you are spoilt for choice, catering perfectly for corporate conferences, family reunions, sports teams or school camps.

Pudding Hill Lodge caters for large corporate groups in motel-style accommodation (double or twin share rooms).

Your hosts Peter and Lesley have a special passion that comes through in every aspect of Pudding Hill Lodge. They were both teachers for many years and love sharing their special part of the world with travelllers.

And the setting? It’s what New Zealand is known for. Unsurpassed natural beauty – so easy to reach, and so hard to leave. Secluded and charming, Pudding Hill Lodge is without doubt Canterbury's "best-kept secret." Why don't you take the time to check it out for yourself?

There are so many ways to Experience Mid Canterbury - fantastic places to stay and people to meet.

It’s easy to book accommodationand plan your visit – find Mid Canterbury visitor informationhere.