Historic Mona Vale Homestead is a charming restaurant and function venue surrounded by 5.5 hectares of elegant gardens, landscaped along the banks of the tranquil Avon River.Located just five minutes from the city centre with ample car parking, the turn of the century architecture in its picture-book setting reflects the old English character for which Christchurch is widely renowned, offering the visitor a special beauty whatever the season.The fully-licensed restaurant is open every day year-round (except for Dec 25 and Jan 1/2) for morning and afternoon teas, lunch and bruch (plus dinner for groups by arrangement).A popular wedding ceremony and reception venue (brides have the option of arriving by river punt for that extra something special), the Homsetead is also ideal for day meetings, business lunches, or a relaxing meal alfresco with friends. Devonshire Teas and High Teas are a specialty, plus punting on the Avon River operates from the Homsestead October - April.