Whitemans Valley Village
Whitemans Valley Village, Upper Hutt | 10Whitemans Valley is a historical film set, surrounded by a rural backdrop. It has been used in TV series such as Country GP and Wellington Paranormal.
Waitohu Valley extends southeast from State Highway 1, just north of Ōtaki town. The valley follows Waitohu Stream from the foothills of the Tararua Range to the coast, creating diverse filming environments within minutes of each other. Rolling pastoral farmlands spread across the valley floor, while native and exotic forests cover the surrounding hills. Wetlands and lakes dot the landscape, providing natural water features.
The area offers excellent rural New Zealand settings with mountain backdrops. Large lifestyle properties along Waitohu Valley Road provide open farmland scenes, mature gardens, and period buildings including character villas and farm structures. The valley's mix of productive agricultural land, established forests, and natural wetlands creates authentic countryside visuals. Waitohu Quarry adds an industrial element to the location options.
Vehicle access is straightforward via Waitohu Valley Road, which branches off State Highway 1 approximately 800 metres north of the Ōtaki roundabout. The sealed road extends several kilometres into the valley, passing numerous properties with different landscape features. The location is only 10 minutes from Ōtaki Beach and an hour from Wellington, making it accessible for day shoots while maintaining its rural character.
Location details
| Jurisdiction | Kāpiti Coast District Council |
|---|---|
| Permits required | A combination of private and public land, contact Screen Wellington |
| Location descriptors | Barns, fields, grassland/plains, hills, quarry, roads, rural buildings, scenic roads, wetlands, valleys, livestock, agriculture, countryside, farmland, pastures, farms, farmhouse, sheds, scenic views, nature, country life, peaceful, rural communities, open spaces, scenic landscapes, rustic charm, . |
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