Farm and station stays in New Zealand offer an immersive experience into countryside living, allowing visitors to connect with nature and local culture. These stays provide opportunities to interact with farm animals, participate in hands-on activities, and enjoy hearty farmstead breakfasts. Accommodations range from bed and breakfast style stays in hosts' homes to self-contained cottages on working farms. Notable farmstays include Criffel Station in Wanaka, known for its historic shearer's quarters and high country farming history, and Sou'West Cottages near Te Anau, offering cosy self-catering options amidst stunning Fiordland mountain views.