Beresford Heights & Rise

Beresford Heights & Rise Peaceful off grid hideaway’s for those seeking a luxurious escape. Two boutique lodges, food & farm tours.

The new Beresford Rise now open
Book via our website below!

31/07/2025
Which would you choose?Although very similar, each stay has its differences. Swipe right to decide which luxury stay wou...
22/07/2025

Which would you choose?
Although very similar, each stay has its differences. Swipe right to decide which luxury stay would suit you best as well as distances from major cities and airports in the South Island!
For all the info, head to our website www.beresfordheights.nz

Beresford Rise…We are very excited to have finally completed our second stay and can’t wait for you all to experience it...
09/07/2025

Beresford Rise…
We are very excited to have finally completed our second stay and can’t wait for you all to experience it.
It would not have been possible without so many of you and we can’t thank each of you enough for the work put in to get this up and running.
Where possible please support the team below, we are very lucky to have such talented people in our area!

Glenn Wilkinson Building - Glenn, Hadlee, Ben & Jack
McLaren Architecture - Warwick
Flush Plumbing - Randell
John Steven’s Limited Electrical - Daniel
S M Joinery - Judy & Steve
Dewe Contracting - Daryl
Colley Tiling & Construction - Pat
Clutha Flooring - Tracee
Balclutha Windscreen & Glass - Chris & Caitlin
Bespoke Engineering - Royden
Mt Curl Pottery - Robyn
Natwick Photography & Web Design - Nat
Swordfox - Georgia
A C Electrical - Allistair
Guthrie Bowron Balclutha - Paula

Check out the latest addition of Business Rural Magazine for a little feature we did recently!
13/06/2025

Check out the latest addition of Business Rural Magazine for a little feature we did recently!

Your favourite read, another cuppa & a cosy nook. It’s time to snuggle in for these cooler months…                      ...
10/06/2025

Your favourite read, another cuppa & a cosy nook. It’s time to snuggle in for these cooler months…


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A place to pause, reset and appreciate the simple things…   📸
18/05/2025

A place to pause, reset and appreciate the simple things…

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Embracing those crisp autumn mornings in the comfort of Beresford Heights… 🍂 📸                                          ...
23/04/2025

Embracing those crisp autumn mornings in the comfort of Beresford Heights… 🍂

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▪️Guest Review▪️Extremely lucky to meet and host so many amazing people from all over the world. Reviews like this make ...
06/04/2025

▪️Guest Review▪️
Extremely lucky to meet and host so many amazing people from all over the world. Reviews like this make opening up our little piece of paradise for all to enjoy all the more rewarding- thank you!

Wake to the bird song of the Catlins…
25/03/2025

Wake to the bird song of the Catlins…

A platter by the fire kind of Saturday…
22/02/2025

A platter by the fire kind of Saturday…

Valentine’s Day- 14th February, the perfect excuse to treat that special someone…Email us to purchase a gift voucher tod...
05/02/2025

Valentine’s Day- 14th February, the perfect excuse to treat that special someone…

Email us to purchase a gift voucher today- please note that all vouchers can be used at either Beresford Heights or Rise ❤️

▪️Guest Review▪️
27/01/2025

▪️Guest Review▪️

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361 Puketiro Road
Owaka
9586

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Beresford Heights

Located in the heart of The Catlins, Beresford Heights offers boutique accommodation surrounded by breath taking views. Situated on top of Table Hill, this newly built retreat is the perfect romantic, off the grid, get away for couples craving a luxurious, peaceful rural escape.

Running the length of the lodge is a deck, which features a lovely hot tub and sweeping panoramic views. Indoors is a comfortable seating area for relaxing, reading, or taking in the views. And as well as the full kitchen including all of the basics, there is also an outdoor barbecue. Continental breakfasts are provided, and for dinner guests can self-cater or order a Beresford Bundle full of local delicacies to cook, accompanied by home-made salads - delivered to the door. Fully catered meals can also be arranged prior to arrival.

Beresford Heights was established by Warren and Stephanie Burgess, the third generation of the Burgess family to live on and farm this 1200 hectare property which has a heavy focus on Stud Simmental cattle: Beresford Simmentals. The idea of creating this unique Haven and sharing the tranquil landscape the Burgess family are so fortunate to live in has been a joint family project. Beresford Heights offers guests an escape from their busy lifestyle in a private and magical hide away. Guests can enjoy scenic walks through native bush, walk part of the Matai Falls Rail Trail or take a short drive to nearby waterfalls and beaches. Guests wishing to gain a glimpse of traditional kiwi farming may take a farm tour or watch working dog demonstrations. For the more adventurous and adrenaline seeking guests, guided hunting trips for fallow and red deer are available. Some enjoy being pampered by the local massage therapist within the privacy of the lodge, then rejuvenating in the hot tub with its stunning views of The Catlins and Cannibal Bay. For some, the opportunity to trade-in their busy lifestyle and relax in this magical hideaway is the highlight of their stay at Beresford Heights.

Getting there is fun. After driving through The Catlins, guests are greeted by hosts Stephanie and Warren Burgess. They’ll help transfer belongings to a comfortable All Terrain Vehicle (ATV), before embarking on a 15 minute, off-road journey across their working farm to the summit of Table Hill, where the lodge awaits for guests to relax and unwind.