Katie Winstanley
At The Manor country Spa and Retreat, also known as CHANGES, we believe wellness is more than relaxation—it’s about restoration, balance, and transformation. A space where self-care is a necessity, not a luxury. We have combined holistic spa therapies with our new outdoor Wellness Garden- a sanctuary designed to help you reconnect with yourself and nature in a beautiful area. Featuring a hydrotherapy hot springs spa, ozone ice bath, and Finnish alpine sauna for recovery, circulation, and deep relaxation.
More about Katie and The Manor
Built in 1910, The Manor was purchased in 2005 by English couple Paul and Katie Winstanley. Having relocated to New Zealand from the UK in 2001 with two young children, they instantly fell in love with the grand old lady. Restoring her, however, has been a labour of love—transforming a 33 bedroomed house with no heating, no hot water upstairs, 12 bathrooms into the haven it is today has truly taken blood, sweat, and many tears!
As a practicing nurse at Masterton Hospital, Katie always dreamed of creating a health and wellness spa. When I first opened The Manor Health & Beauty Spa in 2006, I dreamed of a place where people could heal and find balance. Over the years, we have evolved, but in 2025, we are returning to our roots—embracing holistic therapies, natural treatments, and immersive retreats that nourish the body and mind.
We have combined holistic spa therapies with our new outdoor Wellness Garden- a sanctuary designed to help you reconnect with yourself and nature in a beautiful area. Featuring a hydrotherapy hot springs spa, ozone ice bath, and Finnish alpine sauna for recovery, circulation, and deep relaxation.
We look forward to sharing this journey with you and inviting you to experience all The Manor will offer.
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