Our Story
Our Story
Welcome to 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! Now the house is finished, they can enjoy the time with their daughter and two beautiful grand children.
As a practicing nurse at Masterton Hospital, Katie always dreamed of creating a health and wellness spa. "I saw firsthand how medication often served as a band-aid to deeper issues, and I was driven to explore natural therapies to promote healing and balance. In 2006, my dream became a reality when The Manor Health & Beauty Spa opened its doors, offering alternative health therapies alongside beauty treatments." However looking back, I believe we were ahead of our time. As interest in health waned and demand for relaxation grew, we adapted, rebranding in 2012 to CHANGES—a thriving day spa that, at its peak, employed 10 therapists.
Now, the tide is shifting again. With the growing demand for health and wellness retreats, the need for spaces that foster true healing and rejuvenation has never been more important. That’s why, in 2025, we are embarking on an exciting new chapter. Returning to our roots, The Manor will once again open its doors as a Health & Wellness Spa, welcoming alternative practitioners and hosting transformative retreats. We are also moving away from chemicals and excessive wastage and will be only using clean ingredients in 2025 in the spa.
We look forward to sharing this journey with you and inviting you to experience all The Manor will offer.
Yours in Gratitude,
Katie x
P.S. Are you a practitioner of alternative health medicine interested in collaborating with our team of spa therapists? If so, I’d love to chat.
Welcome!
Message from the Owner Katie
Welcome to our unique sanctuary. A place where time slows down, stresses dissolve, and a world where you are safe, respected and cared for.
I know firsthand how difficult life can be to juggle motherhood, career, look after parents as well as be a partner! I also know that as women we are designed to put everyone first and the detrimental effect that can have.
In the rapidly moving pace of today's world, never before is putting self-care first is absolutely crucial.
At The Manor at CHANGES, we believe deeply that nurturing yourself is the foundation of a joyful and balanced life. What began as a simple beauty service has evolved into a haven for wellness, reflection, and transformation.
Looking ahead to 2025, we’re embracing an exciting new chapter. Our focus will shift toward a more holistic approach, combining comprehensive spa therapies with health and wellness programs. Our goal is to not just enhance your appearance but also restore balance, harmony, and vitality to your life.
To our wonderful clients, many of whom have shared this journey with me: thank you. Your trust and support inspire everything we do.
Here’s to embracing self-care and shining brightly—together.
Much love Katie x
Phone | +64 6 3701971 |
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katie@changesmedispa.co.nz | |
Address | 15 Titoki Street |