Kokomea PurePod: Inside the North Island’s new glass pod

Brook Sabin from stuff.co.nz reviews the newest Kokomea PurePod. Let me blow your mind. There are more stars in the universe than grains of sand on Earth. From what I can see from bed – looking up through a glorious glass roof – it doesn't quite seem right. I can see, at best, only a few thousand stars. How could that be true? Well, some very clever people have figured it out. There are...

PurePods venture helps diversify farm income for next generations

Two glass cabins are part of a masterplan by a Kaikōura couple to keep the next generation on the family farm, writes Tim Cronshaw from Rural Life. Early morning calls by stranded drivers to help them get through three fords comes with the territory for inland Kaikoura farmer Tony Blunt. Before Covid 19 arrived, tourists often balked at taking vehicles across the stream and over the narrow...

9 of the loveliest New Zealand huts for your next getaway

Viva Magazine scout out small New Zealand huts and cabins in the rugged high country, deep in the bush and at the beach — ideal for recharging, relaxing and reconnecting. Greystone PurePod, Waipara Valley Head for the hills, high above Greystone Vineyard in the Waipara Valley, to Greystone PurePod. The exact location of this private paradise will not be revealed until booking is confirmed, but...

10 Essentials to put on your PurePods packing list

You’ve booked an overnight stay in one of our luxurious glass eco-cabin. Now it’s time to start thinking about what to take.    Comfortable backpack Our first tip is to make sure you pack everything into a comfortable backpack.  Each PurePod experience includes a 10 -15 minute walk from a secure carpark. The walk from your car sets the tone for your private overnight escape...

2 Minutes with Stephanie Hassall from PurePods

Farmbase spent two minutes with Stephanie Hassall from PurePods who shared their fantastic offering that helps farmers diversify and bring in new revenue sources. 1. What can you help people with?  We offer farmers an attractive, eco-friendly way to diversify revenues from traditional farming sources. In return for a one-off partnership fee; we build, maintain and market the PurePod....

Accommodation review: Greystone Purepod, Waipara Valley

Frances Cook exposes every glorious detail of staying in a floor-to-ceiling glass cabin. Plan a remote escape when your local alert levels allow. Location Greystone Vineyard, less than an hour north of Christchurch Style Minimalist luxury, with your glass cabin letting you soak in 360-degree views of the Waipara vineyards and Southern Alps. Perfect for A romantic weekend away from it...

PurePods: A great option for the grounded jetsetter

OPINION: Being involved in business, I'm unfortunately often presented with guru business futurists breathlessly describing the future. For anyone who hasn't had the slightly religious-feeling experience, these pundits wave their arms around and talk about "exponential change," "moonshot" and, my favourite, "disruption”. Basically what they mean is that some businesses are doing things...

How to plan the perfect proposal

When it comes time to popping the big question, no doubt, you’ll be keen to create the perfect romantic and memorable occasion. At PurePods we help lots of our guests get prepared to pop the question, so we’ve put together a list of our top 3 tips to help you pull off the perfect proposal! Find the perfect location Looking for a secluded location surrounded by nature, with a touch of luxury, a...

North Canterbury: The forgotten wine region of New Zealand. Plus, What It’s Like to Stay in a PurePod!

Kelly Bertrand from Capsule Magazine takes a trip to North Canterbury and can’t believe what she finds! We all know that New Zealand’s wine scene is absolutely world-class, and as an, err, enthusiast of trying all the different regions out, I’d like to think I’m somewhat of an expert. That’s expert in rocking up at a cellar door, not wine – just to be clear. Formerly known as the...

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