Seminars
A unique space for your next Seminar or Conference
Markovina Vineyard Estate offers a unique location for your next company conference or seminar. The flexibility of our function room enables us to hold medium and larger groups, with areas for breakout spaces available.
During breaks in the program, your guests can explore and relax in our expansive garden and covered courtyard areas.
Once the formalities are over, we can easily transform your conference space into a relaxed area to provide an enjoyable end of function event if you are looking to end the day with festivities.
Only 20 minutes from the CBD, we are just a short drive from the northwestern and northern motorways, making for easy travel to and from the event.
Perfect for larger events
We specialise in larger seminars & conferences
When you book a seminar or conference we book the venue exclusively for your event. The design of our venue enables intimate areas or large open spaces to seat all your guests. We have plenty of space for catering to be served separately, breakout areas and of course our gardens which can be enjoyed throughout the day.
Our venue can cater for 200 guests seated at tables or over 300 guests seated theatre style.
All weather breakout & mingling area
Amazing outdoor spaces with stunning indoor options
On a warm summers day, your delegates have the freedom to explore the gardens and enjoy the sun, a great way to recharge the energy levels before the next session.
On a winters day, we also have a fully enclosed wet weather breakout room where guests can warm up by the fire and have a break from the learning space. You also have the option to seat 200 guests theatre style in this events space.
Extensive gardens to help refresh your delegates
Something quite different to being stuck in the concrete jungle
Markovina Estate is located on 10 acres in Kumeu, only a short 20 minutes from Auckland’s CBD but offering multiple conference areas, garden locations and pond features.
Exclusively yours when you book a seminar with us, you and your delegates have the freedom to explore the Estate. Music in the gardens creates a relaxed atmosphere that is welcomed between sessions.
You are also welcome to arrange other team building activities onsite to break up the day.
Food & Beverage
A focus on great food
When planning a seminar or conference we work with you to create a menu to suit your requirements. Our experience proves the importance of having light meals for guests early on during your seminar, as you want guests to have energy while in sessions.
However, our focus is on great quality meals that your guests enjoy.
Venue Facilities
No hidden costs for using our facility
When hiring our facility as part of your package you are able to use the key elements that we have to offer at no extra charge. These include:
- Our PA System: We have indoor surround, outdoor garden and main speakers to make use of.
- Cordless microphones: We have handheld cordless microphones onsite.
- TV Screens: We have two mounted 65 inch LED screens that you can use by plugging in via HDMI or USB.
- Onsite Parking: We have plenty of parking onsite.
Packages & Pricing
An easy to understand price, specific to your event
When hiring our venue for a Seminar or Conference you are hiring the entire venue for your stay, so pricing does change depending on the day and how many guests you are looking at.
Each of our packages is tailored to your event needs including your requirements, expected guest numbers and the date required.
Conference & Seminar FAQ
What is the best size event at your venue?
This depends on the style of event you are after. We can cater for conferences of around 200 seated at tables or approximately 300 seated theatre style.
We have our Indoor Fireplace Area which can be more intimate for smaller groups, or our large main reception room which can open up to accommodate large numbers.
What breakout areas do you have?
We have two main events spaces at our venue, so when breaking out you can split your groups into these two areas so you can spread out, or make use of our multiple garden areas around our property.
Can we hire your venue for a day seminar and evening event?
Yes, we have a number of customers that have their day event and then a formal or themed dinner event during the evening.
Does your menu cater for gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian guests?
Yes, we do have specific dishes available in each of our menus to cater for these requirements. We can also cater for other specific requirements when requested.
Find out more
Tell us about the event you are looking at having and we can send you more information including costs for an event with us. You can also select if you would prefer to visit our venue to have a meeting with us about your upcoming event.
Contact us on (09) 412 8608 or send an enquiry through this form.