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Rockburn Escape

Canterbury


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Eating and Drinking

EATING AND DRINKING

Rockburn Escape is self-catering. Just bring your own food and drink, and cook meals using the two-burner gas hob and gas Weber BBQ provided. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

If you'd prefer to eat out, Geraldine has plenty to offer. For lunch, Barker's Foodstore & Eatery, Verde, Geraldine Farm Shop & Cafe and The Running Duck come highly recommended. For dinner, try House of Hop, Village Inn, or The Greedy Elephant.

For those wanting to venture further afield, Timaru is a 40-minute drive and offers excellent dining options. The Oxford and Koji Teppanyaki & Grill come highly recommended, though bookings are advised for both.

The nearest store for stocking up on food and supplies is in Geraldine, 20 minutes away.

Things to Do

THINGS TO DO

At the cabin, you'll find a wood-fired hot tub, board games, and cards to keep you entertained, along with front-row views of the rolling hills.

Keen to explore the area? The Kakahu bush track is a great walk and is only a five minute drive away.

In Geraldine, 20 minutes away, you'll find a museum, the Talbot Forest walks, virtual golf and racing cars at Mundells, the Geraldine cinema, and Peel Forest where you can climb Little Mt Peel or choose from many walking tracks.

Your Hosts

YOUR HOSTS

Your hosts at Rockburn Escape are Clare and Evan, along with their three daughters, Olivia, Ella, and Milly.

The property sits on Rockburn Farm, a family-owned sheep and beef farm proudly stewarded by the Chapman family since 1919. As fourth-generation farmers, Evan and Clare continue the family legacy with passion and dedication.

Rockburn has evolved from its early days of Drysdale sheep and breeding cows to specialising in exceptional Wagyu beef and premium Lumina lamb. Every animal is raised with care, resulting in meat that's high in quality and rich in flavour.

But Rockburn is more than just a farm; it's a sanctuary for nature. The property includes habitat for New Zealand's rare native long-tailed bats, and the Chapmans are proud custodians of both the land and the wildlife that call it home.

Evan works full-time on the farm, while Clare balances part-time admin work at a veterinary clinic with her farm responsibilities. Inspired by family members who successfully run their own accommodation properties, they started Rockburn Escape to diversify the farming operation while sharing this beautiful property with visitors.

TESTIMONIALS

“ Lovely, peaceful place to stay with a beautiful outlook and modern, well-kept accommodation, including snuggly blankets while relaxing on the deck looking at the stars and a fabulous hot tub. ”

Stewart Fletcher- 2025-12-02

19 / 19

“ We had a wonderful stay at Rockburn Escape. There is so much thought and care put into everything, and the view is just incredible. Clare was great as well - good communication, but not overbearing. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back! ”

Shalini Pandaram- 2026-03-31

1 / 19

“ The family is amazing, the view was extraordinary. The sound of nature as the sun rose and fog left the valleys was magical. We could not get enough of it. We would definitely stay again. ”

Debra Peiffer- 2026-03-27

2 / 19

“ A peaceful; tranquil setting with excellent facilities. Our host Clare was wonderful, very welcoming. ”

Richard McGrath- 2026-03-23

3 / 19

“ Thank you Rockburn Escape. Great communications. We loved your cabin, beautifully decorated & fitted out. The view was stunning, we had a nice relaxing escape. Can definitely recommend. ”

Amue Earl- 2026-03-20

4 / 19

“ We had an amazing experience. From the very beginning, the communication with the lovely hosts was easy and pleasant. The location of the cabin was wonderful — we woke up in the morning to a beautiful view with sheep around us. The place was cosy, clean, and comfortable, with a great atmosphere. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed, and we really enjoyed cooking there. It was truly hard for us to leave — we enjoyed our stay so much. ”

Adi Ronder- 2026-03-06

5 / 19

“ Communication with Clare was excellent, the facilities were excellent, well presented and situated in a nice peaceful setting with great views. ”

Ian Milne- 2026-03-03

6 / 19

“ Would definitely stay here again! ”

Kyle Fu- 2026-02-22

7 / 19

“ The view was awesome and a great way to finish off our holiday. It had everything you needed and host was very helpful. ”

Amber Overton- 2026-02-21

8 / 19

“ Rockburn Escape is simply magical—what a fantastic, beautiful location and such a lovely cabin. We had a great time in the hot tub listening to the New Zealand magpies and of course the flocks of sheep in the fields. I wish we could have stayed longer! ”

Adrian Secord- 2026-02-21

9 / 19

“ Everything was super well thought out. Clare was friendly and went above and beyond, and the escape was spectacular. ”

Pam Day- 2026-02-11

10 / 19

“ Rockburn Escape had all the luxury you expect from a Canopy Camping! The view was beautiful, and we experienced all four seasons whilst staying, so the floor-to-ceiling windows were fantastic to see it all! ”

Kelsey Maclean- 2026-02-11

11 / 19

“ Fantastic setting, clean and well appointed facilities with great communication. ”

Linda Smith-Madden- 2026-02-10

12 / 19

“ Rockburn Escape was our first Canopy Camping experience, and it was exceptional! Incredible views across the farm and surrounding hills, luxurious warm, comfortable chalet fitted out with everything you need to stay onsite. Bring all the food and drink you need as you won’t want to leave! We paid extra to have the hot tub lit before arrival. I definitely recommend this service! The road in was mostly gravel and some parts were muddy and slippery from all of the rain. Just keep this in mind when driving in! ”

Kirstin Thom- 2026-01-27

13 / 19

“ What an incredible stay at Rockburn Escape! The views were breathtaking, completely private and serene, with amazing stargazing through the skylight at night. The facilities were stunning, super modern with beautiful interior design, yet still felt so cosy and welcoming. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, and the wood-fired hot tub with its view was absolutely perfect. Our hosts were wonderful with great communication throughout. If you’re looking for a unique, luxurious escape, this is it. We’re already planning our return! ”

Jimmy Yan- 2026-01-23

14 / 19

“ Rockburn Escape exceeded our expectations. Beautiful location, great amenities, and fantastic hosts! Thoroughly recommend staying here! ”

Jonte Clifton- 2026-01-12

15 / 19

“ Amazing views from all vantage points whether you are in the hot tub or relaxing indoors. ”

Courtaney Carpenter- 2026-01-01

16 / 19

“ The hosts were super hospitable and the cabin was super comfortable, modern, well furnished, clean and tidy. There was attention to detail that made the experience so wonderful, together with the beautiful area around Rockburn. Communication was very clear and timely. Would highly recommend to everyone and hope that everyone who goes there would upkeep the place. ”

Akhira Kareem- 2025-12-09

17 / 19

“ Perfect retreat. Great hosts. Amazing facilities. Would highly recommend. Beautiful position in the countryside. Could not have been more satisfied. ”

Kate Stark- 2025-12-07

18 / 19

“ Lovely, peaceful place to stay with a beautiful outlook and modern, well-kept accommodation, including snuggly blankets while relaxing on the deck looking at the stars and a fabulous hot tub. ”

Stewart Fletcher- 2025-12-02

19 / 19

“ We had a wonderful stay at Rockburn Escape. There is so much thought and care put into everything, and the view is just incredible. Clare was great as well - good communication, but not overbearing. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back! ”

Shalini Pandaram- 2026-03-31

1 / 19

Scenic coastal landscape viewed through a golden tent opening, showing lush green hillside with forest line meeting turquoise ocean waters under clear blue sky

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