Gardens at Treghan

The gardens at Treghan began as a vision – nearly bare land, with the opportunity to create something special.

While living in Wellington, Anna had already designed and developed several gardens on a smaller scale, drawing inspiration from renowned garden designers including Rosemary Verey, Penelope Hobhouse, Vita Sackville-West, John Brooks, David Culp and Beth Chatto.

Set across nearly two acres in Kerikeri, the property now combines areas of native bush with established landscaped gardens in an English cottage style. The gardens have been featured in NZ House & Garden Magazine, the 2020 NZ House & Garden Tour, and several Rotary Garden Safaris.

Read the House and Garden article here.

Liquidambar trees welcome guests into the forecourt, while the entrance is framed by Cercis canadensis ‘Hearts of Gold’.

The gardens unfold in a series of distinct areas, each with its own character – from open lawns to more sheltered, layered planting.

Mature trees provide structure and scale, while seasonal planting brings colour and variation throughout the year. Rhododendrons, camellias, azaleas and maples feature alongside a wide range of perennials and flowering plants, creating a garden that continues to evolve over time.

The gardens change gently with the seasons, offering something different throughout the year – from fresh spring growth to the softer tones of autumn.

Whether it’s a quiet morning coffee on the deck, an afternoon wander, or simply the view from inside, the gardens are very much part of the Treghan experience.

Guests are welcome to explore the grounds during their stay, whether wandering through the different garden spaces or simply enjoying the setting from their own private deck.

We also welcome garden groups by appointment.

Please call us on 09 407 1311 or email us for further details.