The Creators Series
September & October 2026
There are stays that pass quickly, and there are stays that stay with you. The Creators Series is designed to be the latter.
This is an eight-week residency in which winemakers, artists and makers bring their craft directly to you through intimate dinners, private tastings, fireside conversations and moments that only happen when the right people are in the right place. Throughout September and October, the series asks nothing more of you than to be present. To taste, listen and look a little closer at the world around you.
Partners of The Creators Series
Bentley Motors
Cornerstone Partner
Defined since 1919 by an uncompromising approach to design, engineering and material, Bentley brings to The Creators Series a shared philosophy; one built on precision, materiality and attention to detail.
Throughout the series, guests will encounter Bentley through curated vehicle displays, hosted experiences and a selection of upgrade journeys designed to explore the surrounding landscape. A limited series of creator conversations, filmed both at The Lindis and on the open road, will also be available in-room, offering further insight into the people and stories behind the series.
Clos Ostler
Wine Partner
Established in 1998 and situated in the Waitaki Valley near the edge of where vines can viably grow, Clos Ostler produces wines of remarkable nuance and complexity.
With weekly wine dinners, Clos Ostler grounds the Creator Series with a commitment to excellence and a strong sense of place.
Food as Art
The Lindis Culinary Team
A team led by Luxury Lodge Chef of the Year recipients Daniel Fraser and Guillaume Laurent, The Lindis culinary team approaches food with the same creativity, precision and craftsmanship that define each creator featured throughout the series. Showcased through a weekly Food as Art dining experience, guests are invited to experience a menu where ingredient, technique and presentation come together as an expression of creativity and craft.
Louis Roederer
Champagne Partner
Founded in 1776, Louis Roederer is one of the few remaining family-owned Champagne houses and one of the most revered. The richness, intensity and depth the house achieves, year to year, is widely considered unrivalled.
Through arrival drinks, weekly apéritif hour and a dedicated Champagne weekend, guests are invited to gather over Champagne, bringing a sense of occasion and celebration to The Creators Series.
At The Lindis, a connection to place and presence extends beyond the landscapes you see through the floor-to-ceiling windows. It is felt in the craftsmanship and the design, tasted in the food and wine in your glass and evoked by the art on the wall. The Creators Series celebrates all of it and the people behind it.
Meet The Creators
Sam Foley
Contemporary New Zealand Artist
1-2 September
Sam Foley brings a bold, expressive approach to landscape and abstraction, with works often combining the natural and urban world and alive with texture and movement.
With Sam at The Lindis, expect artist-in-residence moments that explore the relationship between art, architecture and the surrounding high-country landscape.
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Nick Buck
CEO, Te Mata Estate
4-5 September
Nick Buck carries the warmth and weight of New Zealand’s oldest operating winery, continuously producing and selling wine from the foothills of Te Mata Peak since 1896.
Te Mata opens the series’ wine experiences, sharing our belief in legacy, craftsmanship and the kind of innovation that never loses sight of where it came from.
Connor Roulet Magides
Brand Ambassador
Clos Ostler
Viticulture has been part of the Roulet Magides family for centuries, tracing its heritage back to 1887 in Switzerland. Representing Clos Ostler, Connor Magides brings the Waitaki Valley to the table, championing wines rooted in terroir, patience and exacting standards.
Sam
Foley
New Zealand Artist
1-2 September
Sam Foley brings a bold, expressive approach to landscape and abstraction, with works often combining the natural and urban world and alive with texture and movement.
With Sam at The Lindis, expect artist-in-residence moments that explore the relationship between art, architecture and the surrounding high-country landscape.
Nick
Buck
CEO, Te Mata Estate
4-5 September
Nick Buck carries the warmth and weight of New Zealand’s oldest operating winery, continuously producing and selling wine from the foothills of Te Mata Peak since 1896.
Te Mata opens the series’ wine experiences, sharing our belief in legacy, craftsmanship and the kind of innovation that never loses sight of where it came from.
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Shaun Summerfield
Bentley Motors
11-12 September
Representing Bentley Motors, Shaun Summerfield brings insight into the craftsmanship, design and heritage behind one of the world's most celebrated luxury brands. Through intimate fireside conversations, he explores the philosophy of considered design, exceptional materials and the pursuit of excellence that Bentley and The Lindis have in common.
Sarah-Kate Dineen
Winemaker, Maude Wines
18-19 September
Sarah-Kate Dineen and her husband, Dan Dineen, are the second-generation winemakers at Maude Wines, one of Central Otago’s pioneering estates. Their wines, made with both elegance and approachability in mind, have earned several awards; recognition that reflects everything they put into them. The alignment with The Lindis is clear: craft offered with generosity, without pretension.
Helen Masters
Winemaker, Ata Rangi
2-3 October
A name synonymous with New Zealand winemaking, Helen Masters leads Ata Rangi with a focus on wines that are wholly of Martinborough and attuned to the seasons. Through The Creators Series, Helen shares the philosophy, craftsmanship and sense of place that have shaped Ata Rangi for generations.
Ben Longhurst
Louis Roederer
9-10 October
Ben Longhurst is one of New Zealand’s most trusted wine ambassadors and is the third generation of his family to work in the industry. Representing one of Champagne's most iconic houses, few people understand what makes Louis Roederer singular as deeply as Ben does.
Sarah Crowe
Winemaker, Yarra Yering
16-17 October
At the helm of one of the Yarra Valley's oldest and most admired wineries, Sarah Crowe is widely regarded as among Australia's finest winemakers. Her wines are precise, made for longevity and defined by restraint. That philosophy finds its place at The Lindis, built on the same convictions.
Anika Willner
Winemaker, Coal Pit Winery
23-24 October
Anika Willner leads internationally recognised Coal Pit Winery with a hands-on and thoughtful approach, crafting small-production wines that reflect the rugged beauty and character of Central Otago.
At The Lindis, Annika and Coal Pit arrives as a natural fit; wines shaped by landscape meeting a place guided by the same.
Connor Roulet Magides
Brand Ambassador
Clos Ostler
Viticulture has been part of the Roulet Magides family for centuries, tracing its heritage back to 1887 in Switzerland. Representing Clos Ostler, Connor Magides brings the Waitaki Valley to the table, championing wines rooted in terroir, patience and exacting standards.
Timbo
Deaker
Viticulturist
Clos Ostler
As one of New Zealand’s most respected viticulturists, Timbo Deaker has helped shape vineyards across the South Island through his work with his vineyard management and consultancy business. Representing Clos Ostler, Timbo brings a deep understanding of site, season and stewardship, sharing the story of the limestone-rich Waitaki Valley and the unique landscape that defines the wines.
Daniel
Fraser
Executive Chef
The Lindis Group
Known for his ingredient-led approach and deep respect for place, Daniel Fraser leads the culinary direction across The Lindis Group. Drawing inspiration from New Zealand’s landscapes, seasons and producers, Daniel creates experiences that bring people together around the table, making him a natural part of The Creators Series.
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Guillaume Laurent
Head Chef
The Lindis Lodge
Known for his precision and refined culinary style, Guillaume Laurent combines classical technique with a deep respect for seasonality and ingredient. His commitment to craftsmanship and thoughtful presentation brings another layer of creativity to The Creators Series.
Sarah-Kate Dineen
Winemaker, Maude Wines
18-19 September
Sarah-Kate Dineen and her husband, Dan Dineen, are the second-generation winemakers at Maude Wines, one of Central Otago’s pioneering estates. Their wines, made with both elegance and approachability in mind, have earned several awards; recognition that reflects everything they put into them. The alignment with The Lindis is clear: craft offered with generosity, without pretension.
Anika Willner
Winemaker, Coal Pit Winery
23-24 October
Anika Willner leads internationally recognised Coal Pit Winery with a hands-on and thoughtful approach, crafting small-production wines that reflect the rugged beauty and character of Central Otago.
At The Lindis, Annika and Coal Pit arrives as a natural fit; wines shaped by landscape meeting a place guided by the same.
Ben Longhurst
Louis Roederer
9-10 October
Ben Longhurst is one of New Zealand’s most trusted wine ambassadors and is the third generation of his family to work in the industry. Representing one of Champagne's most iconic houses, few people understand what makes Louis Roederer singular as deeply as Ben does.
Sarah Crowe
Winemaker, Yarra Yering
16-17 October
At the helm of one of the Yarra Valley's oldest and most admired wineries, Sarah Crowe is widely regarded as among Australia's finest winemakers. Her wines are precise, made for longevity and defined by restraint. That philosophy finds its place at The Lindis, built on the same convictions.
Helen Masters
Winemaker, Ata Rangi
2-3 October
A name synonymous with the best of New Zealand winemaking, Helen Masters leads Ata Rangi with a focus on wines that are wholly of Martinborough and attuned to the seasons. It feels right that Helen and Ata Rangi close the series as the landscape itself settles into late spring.
Steve Kensington
Bentley Motors
11-12 September
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Timbo Deaker
Viticulturist
Clos Ostler
As one of New Zealand’s most respected viticulturists, Timbo Deaker has helped shape vineyards across the South Island through his work with his vineyard management and consultancy business. Representing Clos Ostler, Timbo brings a deep understanding of site, season and stewardship, sharing the story of the limestone-rich Waitaki Valley and the unique landscape that defines the wines.
Daniel Fraser
Executive Chef
The Lindis Group
Known for his ingredient-led approach and deep respect for place, Daniel Fraser leads the culinary direction across The Lindis Group. Drawing inspiration from New Zealand’s landscapes, seasons and producers, Daniel creates experiences that bring people together around the table, making him a natural part of The Creators Series.
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Guilaume Laurent
Head Chef
The Lindis Lodge
Known for his precision and refined culinary style, Guillaume Laurent combines classical technique with a deep respect for seasonality and ingredient. His commitment to craftsmanship and thoughtful presentation brings another layer of creativity to The Creators Series.
Throughout the Series
A collection of shared experiences becomes part of life at The Lindis, included with our compliments.
A Taste of The Lindis Group brings together wines from Clos Ostler and Paroa Bay, while weekly Clos Ostler wine dinners explore the wines and stories of the Waitaki Valley. Gather over Champagne at the Louis Roederer Apéritif Hour, discover Food as Art with The Lindis culinary team, or learn the art of Fly Tying with expert guide Rodger Webb.
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Every stay throughout The Creators Series includes access to the hosted experiences taking place during your stay dates.
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Depending on your arrival date, your stay may include:
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Creator-hosted dinners, tastings and conversations
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Weekly Louis Roederer Apéritif Hour
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Weekly Clos Ostler Winemaker Dinner
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Weekly Food as Art dining experience
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Luxury accommodation for two
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Nightly pre-dinner drinks and canapés
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Nightly multi-course dinner
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Daily breakfast
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Daily light lunch (on stayover days)
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Turndown service
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Complimentary minibar
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Access to the lodge gym and private outdoor hot tub
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On-property walking trails
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Upgrade experiences, including private tastings, Bentley journeys and exclusive onsite experiences, are available at an additional cost. A curated guide to available experiences will be shared following confirmation of your stay, with bookings able to be arranged in advance through our Reservations team.
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1 September 2026 – 31 October 2026
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Hosted experiences vary throughout the residency and are scheduled on selected dates.
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Guests receive access to all complimentary hosted experiences taking place during their stay, and upgrade experiences are subject to availability and additional charges.
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The series programme is subject to change without notice.
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Standard The Lindis Lodge booking terms and cancellation policies apply.
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Ahuriri Valley, Omarama
Lake Hāwea, Otago
Waitaki Valley, Otago
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