traditional twist

Nestled into the Hunter Hills, Holme Station Homestead is one of Canterbury’s best kept secrets. Founded in 1864, the 10,000 square foot homestead was originally the heart of one of the first and largest pioneer farms, commanding over 80,000 acres and running over 42,000 sheep. The centre of the local community, Holme Station was the scene of numerous balls, hunts and various music and social events that defined the Victorian age in local agriculture.

The original Homestead was sadly burnt down in 1910 and the replacement homestead was built by the Elworthy family in 1912 using a Lutyens Arts and Crafts style. The homestead is a sister property to the Royal Sydney Golf Club.

The current owners purchased the homestead in 2002, when it was in a state of disrepair, with a desire to restore it to its original grandeur and capture the ambience of days gone by while ensuring that their modern guests should also enjoy all the finest luxuries of the modern age. Today the homestead sits comfortably in its own 17 acres of landscaped gardens, offering a haven for up to eight couples to enjoy a birthday, wedding or family retreat.

In keeping with the traditional style, the colour palette also reflects the rich tones of the era, with Resene Lusty (rich orange red) in the dining room, a bedroom in Resene Tuscany (dusty orange terracotta) and another in Resene Putty (strong cream), soothing tones of Resene Spanish White (complex neutral) in the library and pool rooms and the warm soft Resene Half Merino (milky off-white) on ceilings. All wall areas are finished in Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen, a tough washable waterborne enamel, ideal for high wear and tear and guest areas.

Luckily Holme Station has sailed through the earthquakes with very little damage. The owners put this down to the strength of the original design elements dating back to 1912 as well as the modern reinforcing, which was built in during the 2002/03 refurbishment.

For guests, a visit to the Holme Station Homestead is a welcome escape from city life and a chance to immerse themselves in traditional style while still enjoying the best of today.

www.holmestation.co.nz
Painting Contractor: Paul Simpson, Decor Wise Painting and Decorating
Resene Representative: Melanie Tracy,
South Canterbury Trade Sales Representative
From the Resene News – issue 4/2011

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