A weekend to come back to yourself
Strawberry Cottage sits on a stretch of native bush past Kumeu — come stay, come for the weekend, or bring us to you.
A working property and a small practice built around rest, nature, and a handful of good old-fashioned tools — herbs, breathwork, time outdoors. However you experience it, it starts with a warm conversation, not a form.
OR get the 7-step guide to better healthWhat This Place Is
Strawberry Cottage started as just that - a cottage, out past Kumeu, on a piece of land with a stream running through. Over time it's become a few different things to different people: a quiet weekend away, a retreat for those who want more than a weekend away, and a base for the plant-based, herb-led work Cliff's spent years building.
The Three Paths
Just need a weekend away
Book Strawberry Cottage as you would any stay - just the property, the stream, and the quiet.
See availabilityJoin a retreat weekend
A structured weekend for up to four people. Herbal support, breathwork, time outdoors, and a proper break from everything. Runs once a week.
Learn about the retreatArrange a private session
Cliff can come to you instead - a single guided session in your own home, at your own pace, for the same entry-level, legal work.
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About Cliff
I've spent years building the 7-Step Method from what's actually worked for me, then for the people who've come through since. Whichever path brings you here, you'll be dealing with me directly — not a booking system, not a call centre.
Learn More About CliffFrom Past Guests
Awaiting a real guest quote
A genuine quote from someone who's stayed goes here once Cliff confirms what he's got and what he's comfortable using.
Awaiting a real guest quote
A genuine quote from someone who's stayed goes here once Cliff confirms what he's got and what he's comfortable using.
Awaiting a real guest quote
A genuine quote from someone who's stayed goes here once Cliff confirms what he's got and what he's comfortable using.
The 7-Step Method — free guide
Everything here - the retreat, the private sessions, even just staying at the cottage - sits on the same foundation: diet, movement, breathing, sleep, purpose, good company, and a bit of actual happiness. I've written it all down in a free guide, if you want to start there before you start anything else.
Get the guideTrust & Safety
Everything offered here is legal in New Zealand - nothing grey-area, nothing that puts you or your family at risk. Nobody is pushed into anything they're not ready for, whichever path you choose. If you're here for the retreat or a private session and something's not for you, you sit it out. No explanation needed.
Get in Touch
If any of this resonated — even just a little — get in touch. There's no commitment in asking a question.