A fabulous and unique art garden with whimsical surprises around every corner. Well named The Happiest Garden. Also serves the prettiest Devonshire tea I’ve ever seen, with fresh flowers. Stunning views but steep slope and many steps, so limited access for people with disability.

Amazing colors and textures. I felt like I was inside Alice in Wonderland. The artist lives here and also does her own gardening. Disappointed there is no gift shop. Also when I purchased a delicious cold lemon ginger drink at the end of my visit, it was served in glassware and there is zero provision for paper cups or anything to take with you. Since weren’t in a hurry, I was able to sit in the garden and enjoy. However, it would be a kindness if there were signage to the effect that there is no provision to takeaway or ‘to go’.

We’ve been before but this time brought my daughter, her husband and their young family. A great hit! So completely different. Very cleverly put together and a pleasure to explore. Would highly recommend for an hour or so when visiting Akaroa. Little tea room also lovely and the cakes were delicious!

A must for anyone who loves gardens, creativity and hard work. Gaudy, gorgeous, intricate, meticulously presented and shimmering under a hot blue summer sky, there was far too much to absorb in a single visit but we both felt $25 was a fair price for what we experienced. As others have noted, the driveway up to the entrance is steep; the garden itself is terraced into the side of a steep hill and there are steps galore connecting all the different tableaux and layers. It was surprisingly busy on a Thursday morning but not so crowded that you couldn't find a little private space here and there to enjoy all the micro detail. The key is to loiter - most people seem to trot thru quite quickly, but the slower you go the more you see and enjoy. And the views of course are jaw droppingly beautiful! Thanks, Josie - it was a highlight of our 4 day stay in Akaroa.

Delightful sculptures in a beautiful garden setting. This was so much more that expected and had it not been an extremely hot day we would have spent much longer here. The figures are charming and the video explaining the processes of informative. This is our third visit to Akaroa but only first to the garden.

A visit to the Giant's House in Akaroa is highly recommended for adults and children alike. It is a place of imagination and whimsy, sure to bring a smile to your face. The mosaic figures and pathways are stunningly beautiful in their artistry. It is hard to think that one person could have created this experience. In a place where natural beautify abounds, the Giant's House finds its place in bringing joy to any who is fortunate enough to visit.

Amazing place. The work to do all the figures etc is mind blowing. The grand historic looking house looks interesting but you can't go inside which was a big disappointment as the websites gave the inpression it was part of the experience. Especially as it is called The Giants House. Maybe a change of name to reflect the sculptures would be more appropriate. Cafe food and coffee is expensive. $10 for a large coffee.??? Probably a $25 adult entry would be more in keeping with the house off limits.

Josie has created the most magical space. So talented in creating this beautiful creative fun space. An inspiring place to go to get the creative juices flowing. My sisters and I had fun and really appreciated all the time and effort put into creating this extraordinary place. I will be back again with the rest of my family!

OMG! This place is amazing. What an incredible artist to have created such amazing and unique pieces for the world to enjoy! I could have spent days here and not seen everything. This is a 'must see' on your trip to Akoroa. It certainly is worth the walk up the hill and steps to see this creative wonderland of a labour of love.