Winter packages for teams in the Auckland region
NEW! - Check out the Winter Connect Packages for June - September 2024 in Auckland.
Team away days in winter can set you up for an outstanding spring and summer. Time to re-group, re-charge and focus on the bigger picture.
But where's the best place to go and what can you do with your team over the winter months in Auckland and on Waiheke Island? What will inspire your team to be more productive back in the workplace?
Here are our top picks of venues where you can combine meetings, activities and overnight stays. The list is based on over a decade of running team building and events in New Zealand so we're confident that every venue we recommend will be of the best quality - something that's really important to us.
From an activity perspective, our philosphy at Let Me Out is that if we can safely and comfortably get a group outside for some team building we will always look to do that first. Fresh air and idyllic outside spaces are a huge benefit for people's wellbeing so it's worth it for that. But when the weather dictates that it's just not possible and practical then these venue options below are ideal when it's raining too as there are good quality indoor spaces that we can fall back on at those venues to provide a great team building experience either way.
LaValla escape
This very special venue on the outskirts of Auckland is so restful and inspiring, you probably won't want to leave! Set on acres of private land with a service level and feel unmatched elsewhere. It's all about the personal care of the staff and the attention to detail to make any meeting, conference or event just perfect.
At LaValla you can book a day conference for up to 120 people; do an overnight stay for a team of up to 8 with ensuit single accommodation (more accommodation available nearby); run a morning meeting and afternoon activity with one of our great team building activities. And what's more if it rains, it really doesn't matter, as LaValla boast a full size gym, 100 seat theatre and spacious and flexible conference spaces so everything can be relocated indoors.
The Lodge at Vineyard Cottages
Warm, cozy, homely and rustic. There are so many ways to describe the lodge and accommodation at Vineyard Cottages. Imagine a roaring open fire crackling nearby while you work, play, wine and dine and you've got the feeling. This fabulous little, family run venue is right next door to The Hunting Lodge vineyard near Kumeu. If you've never been that way before, it's approximately 30 minutes' drive from Albany or under an hour from Auckland CBD.
You can book for a day conference and a team building activity for up to 30 people and there's accommodation on site in 6 of the cutest settler cottages. It you're team are happy to twin share you can comfortably sleep up to 12. It's so relaxed and the lovelingly prepared food is delicious!
Waitakere Resort and Spa
Set on a hillside amongst the Waitakere Ranges with outstanding views back to Auckland city, you know you're away from the noise and distractions when you visit this unique venue but close enough to be in touch. Waitakere Resort is all you need to get your team engaged and productive and focussed on the plans for the year ahead.
Come for a day meeting, book in for lunch and a team building activity or stay overnight for up to 30 people. There's plenty of room with 22 hotel rooms and 4 apartments, all beautifully furnished. The grounds are lovingly maintained and there's plenty of room to work and play both inside and out. View the video here
(Packages available for smaller or larger groups with or without overnight stay. Please enquire for your group size)
Hus Venue Coatesville
An exclusive, private property on the North Shore, just forty minutes' drive from Albany. You'll feel like you've walked in to a ready made creative retreat with a five star interior on the inside and acres of room to play outside, complete with lake and country walk. It's easy to get to and takes under 20 minutes from Albany and around 50 minutes from Auckland CBD.
Come for a day meeting and self cater or let us deliver healthy, wholesome, freshly made meals for you. Add on a team building activity to connect and re-energise. Stay overnight in this beautiful home with 6 bedrooms which can sleep up to 11 people. Or book the blank canvas event space downstairs for a special event for larger groups.
(Packages available for larger groups with or without overnight stay. Please enquire for your group size)
Church Bay Retreat Waiheke Island
This is one of the most popular luxury venues for small groups to hide away for the day and focus on planning and business development, away from the distractions of the office. It's a stone's throw from the ferry terminal on Waiheke island and a stunning venue and location which will leave you spellbound.
Come for the day or stay overnight. The property can sleep up to 10 people in own bedrooms including the 5 bedroom house, 2 bedroom lodge and 3 studios. If you have a bigger group, no problem. There are some wonderful luxury private properties nearby, within walking distance for more people.
Add on a wine tasting tour or an ebike adventure. You'll be refreshed and re-energised by the time you head home.
Cable Bay Vineyard Treat
One of Waiheke's most visited vineyards with outstanding views over the Hauraki Gulf and just a short distance from the ferry terminal at Matiatia. The Motukaha meeting room is bright, spacious and private with direct outdoor access via the sliding glass doors. It can seat up to 25 people comfortably. You can continue to focus through a quick working lunch or stop and enjoy a two course shared menu in the Verandah restaurant.
Add on a wine tasting or a wine tasting tour, an ebike adventure or a dinner.
Let us make your day!
(Packages available for larger groups with or without overnight stay. Please enquire for your group size)
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