We have been running the Purple Hen Country Lodge for 8 years now and have recently renovated. We have 2 dogs, and a few free range chickens that keep us busy when we are not looking after our orchard and the lodge. We have travelled all over the world in the past and understand what travellers need. Our goal is to give back to our guests the friendly welcome that we received ourselves when travelling.

You will find us 5 minutes from the centre of Katikati in the Kaimai hills. There is an Apartment and a Lodge. In the upstairs private self-contained Apartment, there are : - 3 bedrooms each with a private ensuite bathroom - lounge with TV and DVD player - kitchenette with microwave, single hob, kettle, toaster and kitchen ware to prepare simple meals In the Lodge there are: - 4 private bedrooms each with their own private bathrooms, capable of sleeping up to 4 people. In a separate block there is: - shared fully equipped kitchen and dining area - shared TV lounge Free Wifi is unlimited throughout the property. Laundry room has hanging space and a coin-operated washing machine and dryer. EV charging station for guests wanting to give their car a boost. Outside dining and Barbecue for those warmer evenings Plenty of room to run around on our 5 hectares of avocados and landscaped gardens. Enjoy a stroll around the property and relax under the shade of the tall trees, while enjoying the sounds and sights of the native wildlife. Enjoy seasonal fruit, and fresh free range eggs from our garden. Purple Hen Country Lodge is set in a special location which we aim to preserve. Consideration of other guests is expected always, after 10pm noise should be kept to a minimum.

Our tranquil 5 hectare property is nestled in the lower Kaimai ranges just 5 minutes away from Katikati. Explore the Kaimai mountain ranges 2km away at the top of our road or try one of the many other walks in the area. Take a refreshing swim in one of the unspoiled mountain streams or waterholes. Take selfies with the murals and sculptures in Katikati township. Find something that you didn’t know you needed at the craft and antiques shops. Feed the birds at the Katikati Bird Gardens. Investigate the Haiku Walkway with its largest collection of haiku stones outside Japan. Spot the sculptures and birds in their natural habitat along the Uretara River Bird Walk. Visit the Katikati Farmers market at the A+P showgrounds every Friday from 4pm to 6pm for specialty foods of the area. Cycle the Hauraki Rail Trail at Karangahake Gorge. Bicycles are available to hire in Waihi. Surf at Waihi Beach or Mt Maunganui. Bowentown Beach is for those that would prefer a more relaxing swim. Sapphire Springs in Hot Springs Road is nearby for a hot soak after a busy day of sightseeing.