🌊 Why We Invite People Living in New Zealand to Experience Our Coastal Farm Near Kerikeri
- Vanessa Owen
- Dec 2, 2025
- 2 min read
Hello and welcome — we are Driftwood Seaside Escapes, a 120-acre private coastal farm on New Zealand’s beautiful North Island.
Over the past few months, we’ve noticed something special:More and more Chinese guests living, studying, or working in Auckland have chosen to come here for a quiet getaway. Many of them didn’t originally plan a “holiday” — they simply needed somewhere peaceful to breathe, think, and reset.
And each time, we hear similar stories.
🌱 What Our Chinese Guests Shared With Us
Although everyone comes from different backgrounds, many guests told us they feel:
A little worried about English communication
Overwhelmed by the fast-paced lifestyle in the city
Social circles mostly within the Chinese community
Curious to see the “real New Zealand,” but unsure where to start
Yet after spending time here, every single guest told us things like:
“Here, I finally feel like I can breathe again.”“I didn’t have to worry about my English — this place feels safe.”“Even traveling alone, I wasn’t scared at all.”“Whether alone or with family, we all felt very relaxed.”
These moments made us realise something important:
This peaceful bay might be a small sanctuary for many people — a place to slow down and feel at ease.
🤍 A Place With No Pressure, No Expectations
At Driftwood, everything is simple.
There’s no social pressure, no complicated interactions, no need to “perform” or speak perfect English.
As your Kiwi farm hosts, we love chatting with guests — especially those who want to practise English in a relaxed, friendly environment.
But if you’re the quiet or introverted type, and prefer to enjoy your own space, that’s perfectly welcome too.You can come here, unwind, and simply be yourself.
🌾 What You Can Experience Here
Here on our coastal farm, you can:
🌊 Watch the ocean and listen to the wind from your room
🐎 Try horse riding or ATV — beginner-friendly
🌿 Lie on the grass and let your mind slow down
🍳 Cook a meal you enjoy in your own time
✨ See a sky full of stars at night
🥝 Walk the farm tracks and maybe encounter wild kiwi birds
🍃 Give yourself a moment to breathe and reset
Whether you’re traveling solo, with a friend, or with family, the farm offers an environment of calm, freedom, and nature.
🎁 Special Gift for Xiaohongshu Guests
To thank those who discovered us through Xiaohongshu, we’re offering:
10% OFF any accommodation booked through Xiaohongshu
Just message us directly or contact us through our website.
💙 We Look Forward to Welcoming You
Driftwood isn’t just a place to stay —it’s a space filled with nature, peace, and gentle experiences.
We hope that whoever steps onto this farmcan feel safe, relaxed, and connected to New Zealand’s quiet beauty.
You are warmly invited to spend time with us at Driftwood Seaside Escapes.We look forward to meeting you. 💙✨