The RetreatA world apart
Experience the luxury of stillness in the timeless sanctuary of Earnscleugh Estate.
The Retreat
The Castle Exclusive Luxury
Set within a private castle estate, Sanctum 7 is intimate by nature with 30-acres of secluded grounds and gardens and just 9 elegant suites.
the Culinary experienceCrafted to You
Tailored for each guest with individual clinical testing and personal intentions shaping meals, juices, IVs and protocols in a flexible programme.
Our program Return 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, with private culinary experiences with MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet.
Morning light fills the Ballroom as daily yoga and breathwork sessions begin the day. Framed by garden views and followed by your personalised Sanctum 7 elixir and breakfast crafted by Aaron, mornings at Sanctum 7 are designed to restore balance gently and without urgency.
Meditation, sound healing and restorative treatments shape the rhythm of the afternoon, each experience building quietly on the one before. Between sessions, the estate is yours - the sauna, pool, library, river and land, followed by a plant-based lunch crafted by Aaron.
NightConnect and rest
NoonRestore and explore
Evenings are shaped around connection, conversation and rest. Aaron Brunet’s long-table dinners unfold within the Grand Formal Dining Room, while fireside moments with the Sanctum 7 team invite slower conversation and reflection, before your retreat to your private sanctuary.
Rhythm and ritual
MOrningGround and nourish
Private suites and roomsLuxury accommodation
Six nights of luxury accommodation at Earnscleugh Castle, one of New Zealand’s most extraordinary private estates. With just nine suites reserved exclusively for Sanctum 7 guests, choose from bespoke, elegant suites within the castle or charming, private rooms in the Coach House.
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Choose from Premium Suites, Luxury Rooms or Classic Rooms, each uniquely designed for indulgence, comfort and charming stay.
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Three charming, private rooms with share kitchen, lounge and bathroom, offering a characterful and accessible way to stay on the estate.
The complete experience
masterchef meals, Elixirs and class Culinary experience
A refined culinary and functional nutrition programme by MasterChef winner Aaron Brunet, grounded in plant-based longevity principles. Menus nourish the body without sacrificing indulgence, supported by mineral broths, herbal teas and personalised elixirs.
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Plant-based menus prepared using seasonal ingredients grown on-site and sourced locally, with fish or chicken available on request.
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Explore the principles, techniques and natural rhythm of functional plant-based cooking.
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Selected for hydration, recovery and anti-inflammatory support between meals and guided sessions.
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Individualised functional drinks informed by individual needs, supporting recovery, balance and wellbeing.
guided sessions and workshopsWellness programme
A daily programme of five guided sessions, supported by introductory workshops, including yoga, breathwork, meditation, massage and ice baths. Led by experienced practitioners, it combines restorative, invigorating and recovery-focused practices designed to support physical release, clarity and physiological regulation.
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Daily movement and breathing practices including the Wim Hof method, which uses breathwork and ice-bath exposure to support nervous system regulation and resilience.
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Mindfulness sessions and massage therapy supporting nervous system regulation, clarity, focus and relaxation.
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Experts offer intimate conversations covering topics such as inflammation, sleep, nutrition and long-term wellbeing.
Individual Assessment and protocols Clinical programme
A personalised clinical programme for optimisation based on pre-arrival assessment and functional testing. Results inform naturopathy consultation, IV therapy and targeted detox and cleanse protocols, ensuring each element is tailored to individual biology, health goals and recovery requirements.
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Pre-retreat blood, hair and saliva testing inform your individualised naturopathy, protocols and clinical programme.
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Individual consultation reviewing your functional test results, health goals and personal intentions to inform targeted protocols specific to your biology and intentions.
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IV drip therapy delivering targeted nutrients for recovery and physiological optimisation, supported by heavy metal detoxification and parasite cleanse protocols to improve systemic function and internal balance.
relaxation and explorationLeisure experiences
A selection of leisure experiences designed around freedom, downtime and unstructured exploration. Guests can use estate facilities, enjoy social moments and explore the surrounding Central Otago region through light activity, offering balance alongside the structured wellness and clinical programmes.
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Unlimited access supporting recovery, quiet rest, reading, and unstructured time throughout the day
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Short guided hikes in surrounding estate and stunning Central Otago area.
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Gentle social game encouraging connection, and unhurried time outdoors on estate grounds.
The JOurney
Before You Arrive
Some guests choose to reduce alcohol, caffeine, gluten or refined sugar before arriving to ease the transition into the retreat. Others arrive exactly as they are. This is your retreat, on your terms.
Your Arrival
Your journey begins at Queenstown Airport with a complimentary midday transfer through Central Otago to Earnscleugh Castle. Settle in and enjoy a light lunch before a guided tour of the estate.
Mid-week
Around Day 3, something shifts. The body exhales, the mind quietens, and restoration deepens. This is where the cumulative benefits of Sanctum 7 begin to unfold.
Departure
Your final evening brings one last dinner shared around the grand table. You leave with practical tools and guidance to support wellbeing beyond Sanctum 7.
Beyond Sanctum 7Your journey continues well beyond Sanctum 7.
Expert reconnection calls
In the weeks after your retreat, join virtual sessions with Sanctum 7 specialists to revisit insights, answer questions, and support integration into daily life.
Continued support
Your Sanctum 7 team remains available after departure, offering ongoing guidance in naturopathy, breathwork practice and nutritional principles to support lasting change.
Follow-up functional testing
For guests who completed pre-retreat testing, optional follow-up assessments can be arranged to measure progress and track physiological change over time.