A seven-day luxury retreat within a private castle estate
Our programmeReturn to self
A daily programme designed not to improve you, but to return you to yourself - through movement, relaxation and nourishment, all at your own pace.
Culinary experienceThe ritual of dining
Every meal is crafted around your needs and intentions, transforming dining into a ritual that nourishes, restores and delights.
Our Expert teamMaster-led
Guided wellness sessions are led by renowned experts, complemented by culinary experiences with MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet.
Our PhilosophySanctuary is not escape. It is a return to self.
Real change happens through pause, not pressure – wellbeing as recalibration, never optimisation.
A heritage castle reimagined as a modern sanctuary
EARNSCLEUGH CASTLEEarnscleugh Castle offers a wellness experience unlike anywhere else in the region. Set within one of New Zealand’s most significant heritage estates, combining grandeur, elegance and complete privacy to create a place of timeless restoration and retreat for a privileged few.
settingCentral Otago, New Zealand
A private estate of 30 acres of landscaped gardens in Central Otago, a region of dramatic, starkly beautiful landscapes.
accommodationYour private sanctuary
Just 9 suites, all for Sanctum 7 guests, where elegant luxury and heritage charm create space for deep, restorative rest.
FacilitiesTimeless luxuries
Featuring modern indulgences and timeless luxuries, from pool, spa, sauna, ice bath, ballroom, library and croquet court.
“I can't think of another example of something so bold and optimistic of its time... it's a really unique project and one of a kind in New Zealand.”
Tom Webster, Grand DesignsThe RETREATRhythm and ritual designed for restoration, rest and renewal
Guided SessionsRestoration and Reset
The programme centres on five daily sessions, supporting release, mental reset and physiological restoration through yoga, meditation, sound healing, breath work and ice baths.
Personal timeRest and Relaxation
Unstructured time and optional participation in guided sessions allow time to simply enjoy a massage or the Castle pool, sauna, library or gardens.
ExperiencesConnection and Discovery
Immersive experiences connect guests to nature, history, food and expertise through private cooking classes, guided hikes, and practitioner conversations.
The Culinary Experience Private dining by MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet
Every meal at Sanctum 7 is crafted exclusively for guests by Aaron Brunet, one of the country’s most celebrated plant-based culinary chefs. Grounded in functional longevity nutrition, menus are designed to nourish the body without sacrificing indulgence, elegance or experience.
Aaron curates a ritual of dining within the castle’s grand formal dining room, transforming innovative wellness cuisine into an elegant, decadent experience. Using only ingredients grown on-site or sourced from local producers within the surrounding valley, he tailors each menu - including non-vegetarian options - to create a deeply personal, refined dining experience.
Reserve your place
A castle, a private chef, and a team of wellness experts, all for you. Reserve your place at Earnscleugh Castle.