NEIGHBOURING LAND
The Farms
A natural wonder
The RockRidge experience covers the enchanting landscapes of Quartz Hill Station, Birchview Farm and Washpen Falls. These extraordinary properties come together to offer an unforgettable all-inclusive experience that will connect you with nature, history, and a slice of farming heritage. Steeped in breathtaking beauty and generations of dedicated custodianship, this land showcases a legacy of sustainability, conservation, diversity, and deeply rooted family values.
Quartz Hill Station
Quartz Hill Station, an expansive farmland nestled in the foothills of inland Canterbury. Experience the commitment to sustainability, ethical farming practices, and preservation of New Zealand’s natural gem, maintained by three generations of dedicated farmers since 1973.
Find out more here.
Birchview Farm
Welcome to the mesmerising world of Birchview Farm, where generations of hard work meet a deeply rooted passion for farming, innovation, and heritage. Experience a journey through time as you explore the rich history and diverse landscape of this farm nestled in the Canterbury foothills, which has been a beacon of resilience and progression since 1913.
Washpen Falls
Discover the enchanting Washpen Falls, an ecological marvel shaped by the forces of nature 80 million years ago. An extraordinary section of the RockRidge experience that can also be fully completed on its own in 2 hours. The Washpen Falls walk has been painstakingly carved out within the Birchview Farm. An unforgettable journey, trekking through rich forests, stunning gorges, and alongside crystal-clear creeks, to a hidden oasis filled with breathtaking landscapes, fascinating native wildlife, and historical intrigue. Learn more here.
Diversification
The diversification of the three enterprises shows just how committed to the land, preservation, and legacy the present custodians are.
Quartz Hill Station offers speciality experiences and produces some of the world’s best beef and venison and world – renowned Lumina lamb.
Birchview Farm has diversified through a variety of accommodation offerings, while also cultivating Washpen Falls into its own adventure.
This diversification showcases the collective experience, the determination, and the skill of the custodians that bring RockRidge to the forefront of New Zealand’s greatest walks.
Sustainability
The RockRidge team is united by their mission to sustain and enrich the land for generations to come. Through pest control, forest regeneration, and eco-friendly farming practices, these properties exemplify the pinnacle of environmental responsibility.
Quartz Hill Station was one of the first farms in New Zealand to achieve the NZ Farm Assurance Plus Gold Standard, leading with a sustainable ethos focused on protecting waterways, native habitats, and future farming generations.
The farmers are committed to blending high-country farming operations with a deep respect for conservation, giving adventurers the chance to witness the extraordinary coexistence of productivity and legacy.
Their stories, from snowstorms of epic proportions to pioneering farming advancements, weave the tapestry of high-country resilience and progress. Interested to read more? You need to check out the history book at the RockRidge accommodation!
