RIVERSTONE CASTLE

CONTACT:

027 233 0501
riverstonecastle1431@gmail.com

Riverstone Castle is the creation of Dot and Neil Smith, set on their family’s dairy farm behind Riverstone Kitchen and surrounded by a tranquil lake.

Built from locally quarried Oamaru stone, the castle provides a striking backdrop to the wider Riverstone complex. What began as Dot’s childhood dream to one day live in a castle is now a remarkable reality. Years of visiting stately homes, historic gardens and grand castles abroad inspired her to design and collect the unique furnishings and features that now fill Riverstone Castle.

Dot’s vision was brought to life with the help of Wanaka architect Sarah Scott and her husband, Neil.

Guided tours of the castle are held periodically throughout the year. To keep up with upcoming tour dates, follow Riverstone Castle on Facebook.

TOUR TIMES

Thursday - Monday

10.00am, 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.00pm

Adults $30 | Under 15 years $20 | Under 5 years FREE

No bookings are required except for groups of 10 or more. Please arrive at the Castle at least 10 minutes prior to your chosen tour time.

Payment can be made by cash or EFTPOS at the time of the tour.

Each guided tour takes approximately one hour and explores the interior of the Castle.

Getting There
Access to the Castle from the Riverstone complex is through the gate just west of the vegetable gardens. Come through the gate and turn left, then walk towards the Castle. You’ll find a walkway at the drawbridge construction site that leads onto the island.

Please meet at the north-facing entrance (the entrance on the right as you look at the Castle from the Riverstone complex) 10 minutes before your tour begins.

Accessibility
The top floor and dungeon are accessible only by stairs. Disabled access is available to the ground floor via the west entrance. If you require assistance, please contact Raewyn on 027 233 0501.

Visitor Information

• No backpacks or handbags are to be carried inside the Castle.

• No photos may be taken inside without staff approval (photos of the exterior and gardens are welcome).

• Please use the toilets at Riverstone Country Gift Shop before your tour, as facilities are not available inside the Castle.

• Shoes must be removed prior to entry; socks or slippers are recommended.

CONTACT:

027 233 0501
riverstonecastle1431@gmail.com