A PLACE SHAPED BY LAND AND LEGACY
About Boomrock
LOCATION
Papanui Station
Boomrock sits within Papanui Station, a working coastal farm perched high above the Cook Strait. Native bush falls towards the sea, and the horizon stretches wide and uninterrupted.
The South Island rests clearly on the skyline, with the sunset behind. On exceptionally fine days, Mount Taranaki reveals itself in the far distance.
HISTORY
Four generations of stewardship.
1920s
A new beginning
In the early 1920s, after serving in the First World War, Captain John Eastwick travelled from the United Kingdom to New Zealand. By 1926 he had purchased Papanui Station and begun building a life on this rugged coastline.
1950s
A vision takes root
In 1955 his son Dick and wife Peg took over the farm, continuing to expand and protect the surrounding land. Their approach was thoughtful and long-term, caring for the environment while building something enduring for the next generation.
1980s
Sharing the land
Jonny and Mildy Eastwick stepped into stewardship in 1988. Recognising both the challenges and the beauty of the land, they felt compelled to share it. Boomrock Lodge opened in 1997, followed by further developments that allowed guests to experience the property in new ways.
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2020
A new chapter
Today, the fourth generation continues that legacy. After time abroad, Tom returned with a vision to evolve the offering once more. The result was Pipinui Point, a refined coastal retreat developed from the ground up and opened in 2020.
SUSTAINABILITY
We are committed to protecting our environment for future generations.
Conservation, sustainability and regeneration are at the core of our operations.
Ninety hectares of coastal land have been retired from stock to allow native flora to regenerate naturally. Within this protected area, tauhinu, mingimingi, whiteywood, ngāio, kānuka and pimelea are re-establishing across the hills.
Returning the Kiwi to our backyard.
We are proud to support the work of Capital Kiwi, whose mission is to return a thriving kiwi population to the hills south and west of Wellington. More than 4,000 predator traps now span 23,000 hectares of land. While adult kiwi can defend themselves, young birds are vulnerable to stoats and other predators.
After years of groundwork, kiwi are once again being released into the region.
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Our commitment extends beyond regeneration.
Beyond our everyday practices, we promise to:
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Identify and protect high-value environmental areas across the property
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Develop and review environmental best practices annually
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Source produce that is sustainably caught, grown or harvested
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Minimise waste through thoughtful purchasing, reuse and recycling
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Comply fully with local and national environmental standards
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Support neighbouring landowners, local producers and community initiatives