Ako Retreat

18/10/2023

Spring is here! Come stay at our retreat - we’re close to the river & rafting, bushwalks and a stunning golf course at Rangitira. There’s also dining and coffee options just up the road ✌️❤️

Ako Retreat

07/06/2023

❄️ It's sure getting colder out there, with our first real frost of the season this morning... ☀️ Our little whare is super warm though, with the central 🔥 fireplace keeping the open-plan kitchen and living space cosy, and with heaters in each bedroom. We had 12 guests (8 kids!) enjoy the warmth last weekend, with extra mattresses on hand for those larger groups. Check out some of our recent feedback, and see our AirBnb listing for upcoming winter discounts ✌️ https://abnb.me/uL2Xl0pPrAb

27/02/2023

Kia ora koutou, we thought we'd share this beautiful feedback from our recent guests at Ako Retreat. We have space this weekend if you or anyone you know is looking to make the most of our fantastic rohe and to enjoy our little whare and it's relaxed vibe ✨
👉 akoretreat.com or find us on AirBnB 🌻

30/01/2023

Edit: cheers folks, all booked for this weekend:)

We still have dates available across February if you are looking for some relaxing, countryside accommodation 🐦

Kia ora koutou, we have space available this Waitangi weekend if you're looking for a sweet little get-away. Great space for tamariki, close to the river and local golf course 🏞 🏌🏽‍♀️

Entire home in Ōhingaiti, New Zealand. Nestled behind the old Ōhingaiti school, the old school house is set on a quiet back acre and boasts rural views, rambling gardens and kid-friend...

20/11/2022

Introducing... Ako Retreat 🏞️

A massive ngā mihi nui and thanks to everyone who's followed our page and it's name changes, most recently as Old Kura - where we shared our love of learning from and inspiring other parents and educators. Continuing with this kaupapa, our hope is for Ako Retreat to evolve as a unique space for visitors to connect, relax and draw inspiration.

Ako Retreat offers a secluded and tidy 3 bedroom private house with ample outdoor space. Sitting behind the old school, our name is inspired by the Te Ao Māori concept of Ako - reciprocal learning. With rural views and kid-friendly spaces, guests can roam our wild garden, collect free-range eggs & enjoy the outdoors.

We're close to the Rangitīkei river and rafting, bushwalks, white cliffs boulders and Manawatū scenic route. So if you're looking for a sweet place to stay this summer, check out our website for more info and prices.

Nestled behind the old Ōhingaiti school, the old school house...

12/07/2021

Kia ora e hoa mā... we've had a few changes here at the Kura - Memory taking up fulltime mahi as Tumuaki (Principal) of Mangaweka School and Reesh returning to whāmere duties at home. We're finding a lot of joy with our Mangaweka community through School and Playcentre, and at home having fun with all sorts of new play spaces for our tamariki. About a year ago we also expanded our little plot of land, which now includes the old 'headmasters house' (a doer upper), a paddock and barn... There's also been some time for writing and meditation - and sometimes a combination of the two. Peace + aroha ✌️ Article via Childspace Early Learning Space Magazine, Issue 64

09/05/2021

Ngā mihi me te arohanui mo te ra māmā 🥰

Massive loves to all the mamas out there, especially those flying solo, those who have lost, and those who are about to embark on the motherhood journey 💓

My most favourite gift today, a sandy, chestnutty, leafy, feathery banquette 🍂🌿🍰

18/12/2020

10 weeks the hugelkultur has been down. It's our first time experimenting with this approach to gardening and it's been interesting observing and learning along the way.

We only have a few veges in this time - courgettes, cucumbers, and a couple of varieties of tomatoes all grown from seed, and a few lettuces, broccoli, spinach and rainbow beets. We will keep adding as we go! 🥕🥦

Our tamariki have been involved with each step, right up to adding the "māra muesli" (mulch made from grass clippings, chook manure and woodchips).

02/11/2020

🍃Nurture in Nature 2020🍃

What an epic few days! We are so full to the brim with aroha and inspiration 💞

A massive thank you to all who came and played with us this weekend. The collective energy of so many folks passionate about engaging and nurturing tamariki in Nature was incredibly moving.

Our beautiful Oldkura & local ngahere was full of laughter & playfulness as well as deep, thoughtful and reflective discussion. And THE most wholesome and delicious kai!

Special mentions to our mana wahine keynote who shared her wisdom so naturally. A beautiful storyteller with layers of insightful teachings, all inspired by the whakapapa effect 🌿

So many to thank 🙏



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Couldn't have made this weekend happen without all the incredible support and whānaunga x

29/10/2020

How beautiful would one (or 3!) of these look in your centre, classroom or home?

16/10/2020

How beautiful are these folks! Introducing our talented and creative trade stall artists who are bringing their goods to the Nurture in Nature conference in 2 weeks 🎉

So many treats! Come check out the range of educational resources and quality products, all made with aroha 💞





A few spaces still available...link in our bio and events page 🌿