Hidden valley Farm

A Haven for all Hearts

Welcome to our idyllic life on the hills of Takaka, offering breathtaking views of The Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson, Richmond Ranges, and beyond in the upper South Island of New Zealand. Our Lifestyle is a dream come true, where memories are cast in Takaka rock Our Holiday Huts are here to be experienced and enjoyed Our sanctuary is a haven for companion farm pets and people alike. Share in our mission and embrace the vision.
Welcome to our idyllic life on the hills of Takaka, offering breathtaking views of The Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson, Richmond Ranges, and beyond in the upper South Island of New Zealand. Our Lifestyle is a dream come true, where memories are cast in Takaka rock Our Holiday Huts are here to be experienced and enjoyed Our sanctuary is a haven for companion farm pets and people alike. Share in our mission and embrace the vision.

Our Purpose

Our Lifestyle: Our purpose is to live our lives in harmony with this incredible piece of land. To humanly provide as much of our own food, power & water. To live in peace with our neighbors and visitors and embrace what nature throws at us. Our Holiday Mission To provide an authentic farm holiday or event experience that will remain present into the future FARM OPTIONS HOLIDAY- in our comfy Camping Huts; Settlers: from $70 (2-guests) and Pioneer from $140 (4/6-guests), book both and enjoy an exclusive stay from $210 (7/9 - guests) + tents for over spill. Alternatively, bring your own fully self-contained/power camper van from $25 (2 guests) SANCTUARY DAY VISITS -by appointment only, between the hours of 11 am and 2 pm (from $20 pp or Family $50 donation) DOG WALKING - from $15 per person/dog members $10 (Conditions apply) WORKSHOPS - CHECK OUT OUR ACTIVITIES GROUP BOOKINGS, and events available (POA) PONY PARTIES (from $200 based on 6 children 3 to 9 years old) MINITURE PONY RIDES (from $50 per toddler) CELEBRATIONS (POA) Bookings direct 027 526 8771 or holiday.hvfnz@gmail.com Our Sanctuary Mission:We aim to provide a safe and permanent home for farm pets facing an uncertain futures. This not only offers peace of mind and stress relief for their original owners during times of crisis but also gives these farm pets a purpose to display their loving nature for others. Our Sanctuary Vision: We enable these farm pets to engage with individuals and groups for educational and well-being workshops and holidays, showcasing their ability to connect calmly. The profit from these activities helps us provide for the animals. *****
VOLUNTEER - We welcome volunteers, international and local exchange opportunities. We are looking for a keen live-in volunteer to join us as part of our winter team from April to October 2026. The role includes your own room with the Everett family & 3 meals a day. SPONSORSHIP - we invite sponsorship Sanctuary pet or pony adoptions available Thank you for your donations to support the sanctuary animals General donation - HV Sanctuary - 02-0108-0103351-011 Join our Supporters Club - from $3 per month - HV Sanctuary - 02-0108-0103351-006 Kids Club - From $3 per month - Sponsorship/Adoption options available Pre-book or donate to the publication of our fundraising picture books - Profits going to the sanctuary BNZ - Terri - 02 0108-0103351-003 Thank you for taking an interest in our website. If you haven't seen what you want, please do Get in touch Our coordinates are -41.0133571232455-172.882003902149. REGARDS Terri, Jim & Claire
For further information please feel free to call or WhatsApp Terri: +64 (0)27 526 8771 or txt and she will get back to you) or email us info.hvfnz@gmail.com or holiday.hvfnz@gmail.com Copyright © - Terri Everett 2021 - 2026
"A Haven for all Hearts"