A seven-day luxury retreat at Earnscleugh Castle, shaped around three principles
personalisationCrafted to you
Nothing here is standard. Clinical testing and your own intentions shape every meal, every treatment, and the pace of your week.
Our programReturn to self
Thoughtfully sequenced daily program designed not to improve you, but to return to yourself through a balance of movement, relaxation and nourishment.
Our Expert teamMaster-led
Guided wellness and restorative sessions are led by renowned experts, complemented by private culinary experiences with MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet.
Our PhilosophySanctuary is not escape. It is a return to self.
Real change happens through pause, not pressure - wellbeing as recalibration, never optimisation.
EARNSCLEUGH CASTLEA heritage castle reimagined as a modern sanctuary
Earnscleugh Castle offers a wellness experience unlike anywhere else in the region. Set within one of New Zealand’s most significant heritage estates, combining grandeur, elegance and complete privacy to create a place of timeless restoration and retreat for a privileged few.
Surrounded by sweeping landscapes and secluded grounds, Earnscleugh offers a rare sense of space and seclusion. The estate provides a sanctuary from the pressures of modern life, creating space for deep rest, reflection and transformation.
setting Central Otago, New Zealand
A private estate of thirty acres of landscaped gardens in Central Otago, a region of dramatic, starkly beautiful landscapes.
accommodation Your private sanctuary
Just 9 suites, all for Sanctum 7 guests, where elegant luxury and heritage charm create space for deep, restorative rest.
FacilitiesTimeless luxuries
Featuring modern indulgences alongside timeless luxuries, from pool, spa, sauna and ice bath to ballroom, library and croquet court.
setting Central Otago, New Zealand
A private estate of thirty acres of landscaped gardens in Central Otago, a region of dramatic, starkly beautiful landscapes.
accommodation Your private sanctuary
Just 9 suites, all for Sanctum 7 guests, where elegant luxury and heritage charm create space for deep, restorative rest.
FacilitiesTimeless luxuries
Featuring modern indulgences alongside timeless luxuries, from pool, spa, sauna and ice bath to ballroom, library and croquet court.
The Culinary Experience Private dining by MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet
Every meal at Sanctum 7 is crafted exclusively for guests by Aaron Brunet, one of the country’s most celebrated plant-based culinary chefs. Grounded in functional longevity nutrition, menus are designed to nourish the body without sacrificing indulgence, elegance or experience.
Aaron curates a ritual of dining within the castle’s grand formal dining room, transforming innovative wellness cuisine into an elegant, decadent experience. Using only ingredients grown on-site or sourced from local producers within the surrounding valley, he tailors each menu - including non-vegetarian options - to create a deeply personal, refined dining experience.
The ProgramThe Sanctum 7 program is designed around balance and freedom, combining guided experiences with ample time to rest, reset and move at your own pace.
Guided SessionsRestoration and Reset
Five daily sessions form the core of the programme, supporting physical release, mental reset and physiological restoration, including yoga, meditation, sound healing, breath work and ice baths.
Personal timeRest and Relaxation
Unstructured time and optional participation in guided sessions allow time to simply be, with massage, pool, sauna, Castle Library and Castle Gardens available throughout the day.
ExperiencesConnection and Discovery
Immersive experiences connect guests to nature, history, food and expertise through private cooking classes, guided hikes, and practitioner conversations.