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Ascension Wine Estate in Matakana (39 minutes from Auckland CBD) is North Auckland's premier business meeting & conference centre.
- 2009 Hospitality Association of NZ "Awards for Excellence"
- "Best Restaurant" - National Finalist
- "Excellence in Customer Service" - National Finalist
Whether you're organizing an intimate business meeting for four, sales conference and banquet for 150, or product launch for 300, we'll make your business conference or business meeting easy and perfect in every respect. And to give you confidence that we will deliver on that promise, here's our "daring to be different" guarantee...
"If something is not to your expectation, let us know. We will do whatever YOU say it takes to put it right!"
A short drive to one of the most fabulous conference venues
Conveniently located in the heart of Matakana Coast Wine Country - only 4km past Warkworth and just 39 minutes from Auckland CBD. Close enough to conserve precious time, but far enough away to ensure your conference or meeting attendees are relaxed and totally focused on the business at hand.
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One of the smaller conference rooms at Ascension's state-of-the-art conference facilities.
A state-of-the-art conference centre
"The Belfry" conference centre and meeting rooms venue at Ascension is stylish and impressive. A visually stunning facility that is peaceful, flexible, functional and comfortable. To make things easy, we've installed the latest audio visual equipment and wireless internet zone. And we've carefully considered other design features such as quality chairs, natural light (with black out capability) and air-conditioning to ensure your conference or meeting attendees are comfortable and focused.
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Whether you have 3 or 300 people attending your conference, we'll make them feel comfortable in a space that's not too big - not too small - but just right.
Award-winning cuisine & wine with gracious service
Using fresh local produce, our menus are both nutritious and memorable for your guests. From plated working lunch to degustation dinner, our team of chefs lavish the same passion and care with the food as our winemaker does with the wine, all served with wine country graciousness.
And if you require further reassurance, our "Oak Grill" restaurant has been awarded the New Zealand Beef & Lamb "Hallmark of Excellence" in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009, and we've won four HANZ (Hospitality Association of New Zealand) national "Awards for Excellence" and been a national finalist 12 times. Need we say more?
100% reliability - no surprises
We know you want 100% reliability without any unexpected surprises. So don't hold back! Tell us what you want and we'll ensure your business meeting or conference runs smoothly with attention to detail in every aspect. Our professional, dedicated and experienced team is here to help bring your plans to fruition in a friendly, efficient manner.
A total conference solution
Be it transport, accommodation, team-building activities or theming and entertainment, we can arrange as much or as little as you like - but always with a sense of style.
Conference accommodation
Accommodation is available amongst the vines and olives at Riverside Serviced Apartments, our accommodation partner. Visit our accommodation page for more information.
Value for money
It may be a little old-fashioned but we still believe in it!
Phone Jessica!
For a corporate meeting or conference in a vineyard setting with the "wow" factor, phone Jessica Haack, our "connoisseur of meetings & events" on (09) 422-9601 ext 3.
Or email corporate@AscensionWine.co.nz and we'll come right back to you. We'd love to help make your next conference highly enjoyable and successful.
Free information pack
Phone Jessica Haack (also known as our "connoisseur of meetings & events") or email corporate@AscensionWine.co.nz for your free information pack.
Testimonials
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Our 2-day workshop was a huge success thanks to a combination of the following - the venue & facilities at Ascension were great (as are the views of the vineyards!). The staff were extremely helpful, friendly & very willing. As an event organiser, this sort of detail makes a huge difference & can often dictate whether or not you use a venue again.
The food was exceptional. Thanks for being so accommodating with all the dietary requirements! It's wonderful to finally have a venue in Matakana that offers excellent accommodation for a group our size. We will definitely use Ascension Vineyard again in the future".
- Belinda Wilson, Merck Sharp & Dohme -
I just wanted to say a very big thank-you to everyone at Ascension for making our conference such a success. Everyone was wonderful and couldn't do enough for us. The food was superb (and it goes without saying, so was the wine!). Your organisation skills really took the stress out of the two days and I really look forward to working with you again.
- Karen Jones, McDonald's Restaurants (NZ) Ltd -
I have organised many conferences over the years and found my experience with Ascension to be utterly standout. The prompt efficient service of the staff, beautiful surroundings and delicious food is beyond compare. Many of my attendee's and invited guests commented favourably on every aspect. I would absolutely recommend Ascension Wine Estate as the best venue on the North Shore and quite possibly Auckland!
- Alice Buchanan, DS Wireless -
Ascension Wine Estate created the perfect environment for our offsite being close to Auckland and within the beautiful Matakana valley. The Ascension conference centre offered a quiet ambience with plenty of space for breakouts and workshops. The food, wine and a roaring fire at dinner provided a fabulous setting for the team to let down their hair and have some fun. Our whole team had a fantastic time on our retreat and at Ascension; they are still talking about it!
- Holly Adams, Gen-i -
We recently had our third meeting at the Belfry, Ascension Wine Estate. It has become something of a favourite for both management and attendees because of its beautiful setting and excellent facilities. The staff are so professional, available and ever helpful. It has to be said that the catering is a big highlight and with a number of vegetarians to cater for the chef does an outstanding job in pleasing all palates.
- John Sutherland, CEO, Super Liquor Holdings Ltd -
Our Leadership Group function was held recently in the Belfry at Ascension Wine Estate. We found the catering to be of an excellent standard. Of all the venues we use, Ascension's catering really stood out. The service we received was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was great, as it wasn't too far away but yet far enough that you felt you got away. I would happily use Ascension again for functions and would highly recommend it to other companies.
- Marilyn Payne, Rodney District Council
Conference Centre Photos
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Ascension's winery, restaurant, meeting rooms & conference centre.