Tin Box

Reconnect fully: with yourself; with your lover; with nature.

This 'off the grid' experience in a thoughtfully converted shipping container, set in 22 acres of native forest, is a rare and unique experience. Supercharge your well being; cocooned deep inside the healing energy of the forest. It’s off the beaten track - where all worthwhile discoveries are made.

Wild Forest offers a stay that respects all forms of life, where happiness, well being, flow and meaningfulness go hand in hand.

The space

The Tin Box is completely off-grid. A feature of your stay will be spending time in the outdoor bath. You’ll be soaking under the stars and feeling like you’re sitting on top of the forest.

The inside is decorated with vintage kilim, contains a comfortable queen size bed with 100% luxury linen bedding, a bathroom with shower and flushing toilet. Outside, decorated by nature, is the undercover kitchen with BBQ, gas hob and chilly bin to keep food cold.

When the fire restrictions allow you may choose to set the outdoor fire. Firewood is an extra $15 per night, please let us know if you would like some supplied. We have our firewood delivered by Greenways Trust who provide residential service and support for people with intellectual disabilities and we love to help support what they do.

In the winter things can get chilly. Please pack warm and snuggly clothes. We provide hot water bottles, ideal for those awe inspiring stargazing sessions on the hammock made for two. Be ready to hear the Kiwi and Ruru calling at night during your stay. They live here. Please don’t disturb them if you see them.

A world away from the hustle and bustle of everyday city life, it's a place that bestows a sense of clarity. A place where, rather than rushing through the hours of the day, you're soaking in every moment for all it's worth.

Can be booked in conjunction with any of our 6 retreats.

As recommended by Insiders Guide to NZ 2021
Featured in NZ Life and Leisure Magazine Jan 2021
Featured second in New Zealand's best outdoor baths and most beautiful tubs NZ Herald May 2021