Country Road High Tea

Just a short drive from Palmerston North, Country Road High Tea on Oroua Road, Kairanga is a family-run destination offering a taste of luxury in the heart of the countryside. They sure know how to curate an experience that is equal parts delicious and delightful: think playful teaware, gold cutlery and thoughtful touches that make the trip well worth it.

Their menu is prepared fresh each day and revolves around their collection of classic high tea favourites. Choose from over 19 delicious teas, from classic blacks and oolongs to fruit and herbal blends, or you can always add a cheeky glass of bubbles if you’re celebrating.

Sourcing locally is core to the way they work, with tea from T Leaf and Zealong, coffee roasted by Ebony and fresh produce from nearby growers. That local-first mindset mirrors how they operate as a family team, keeping the mood calm and the service genuinely caring, so guests can settle in and enjoy being looked after. Being out in the country is part of the magic, too, with beautiful views of the surrounding gardens that change throughout the seasons.

When plans get bigger, you can book the whole space for anything from work gatherings and birthdays to end-of-year functions. Their event packages are designed for different group sizes and stages of life, tailoring the details to suit the occasion. Their team will handle the hosting while you sit back, enjoy a bite to eat and sip a soothing beverage of your choosing.