Brancepeth Historic Homestead is one of Wairarapa’s grandest and most treasured historic sites.  This colonial homestead and gardens east of Masterton in the lower North Island, are still owned by the Beetham family, who established the station. And today tours are offered by the current generation of the family.

Establised in 1856, Brancepeth was one of the largest sheep stations in New Zealand by 1900. At its height, it included an on-site library and school and more than 300 staff.  Built in what is known as the Scottish Baronial style, Brancepeth Homestead is made of totara grown and milled on site.

The Beethams offer a two-hour group walking tour of the property. Gain a vivid sense of what life was like for the men, women and children of Brancepeth. Then explore the garden, which features several heritage trees, including an oak grown from an acorn the Beetham brothers brought from England.