The Rusty Acre is home to Sculptor, Allan O'Loughlin and his partner, Andrea. It is situated 25 minutes north of Christchurch in a settlement called Mandeville.
Established from a bare paddock in 1993, this garden has become an outdoor gallery to the most incredible collection of steel sculptures with over 70 scattered throughout this two-acre garden. From a fairy climbing a tree, a woman stooping to pick a flower and a man cycling by on his penny farthing, there is something of interest for everyone.
Walkways lead you on a visual feast, in and out of garden rooms, around 2 ponds, past a vegetable and herb garden and an orchard. Plantings include rhododendrons, camellia, cornus, specialty trees with underplantings, climbers, roses, hostas, perennials and more.
A large table is set under a massive steel candelabra, and seats eight. Stop for a rest, listen to the birds, and enjoy the tranquillity. Bring a picnic.
As you step into our world of whimsy you won't want to miss Andrea's home décor gift shop; a gorgeous space full of special pieces to cherish, from jewellery, scarfs, soaps with French-inspired home items, mirrors, vases and ornaments. It is a treasure trove of old and new furniture restyled by Andrea. Nearby is Allan's workshop where you may find him creating. He is always happy to stop and show his visitors his latest works.
The Rusty Acre is home to Sculptor, Allan O'Loughlin and his partner, Andrea. It is situated 25 minutes north of Christchurch in a settlement called Mandeville.
This garden has become an outdoor gallery to the most incredible collection of steel sculptures with over 70 scattered throughout this two-acre garden.
Our garden is available for wedding photography and small boutique weddings.
1 Roscrea Place, Mandeville, Christchurch, Canterbury.
It is situated 25mins north of Christchurch in a settlement called Mandeville.
Gardens to visit is a collection of New Zealand's most beautiful gardens that open to the public.