“Fabulous lodge overlooking Palliser Bay. Rooms have marble bathrooms, underfloor heating and plastered walls. Indoor pool, spa, garden and gym. Off the beaten track in a secluded spot, ideal for hideaways and romantic breaks - or an indulgent, activity-focused holiday.”

Recommended for

  • Country Escape

    • With a ten-mile Pacific coastline and a mountain range to the west, this is a spectacular rural escape
  • Hideaway

    • Cosy up in a luxurious private cottage and forget that the world beyond the estate exists
  • Great walks

    • Follow a number of marked trails around the property, varying in length, terrain and ability.
  • Golf

    • Play a round at the historic Royal Wellington Golf Club, a 10-minute helicopter flight away
  • Other Activities

    • Take a working sheep station tour in a comfortable 4-wheel drive vehicle
  • Wine tasting

    • Enjoy a personalised tasting at the lodge's special 'Sommelier's Table'
  • 5* Luxury

    • This property is regarded as one of New Zealand's finest luxury lodges
  • Tennis

    • The all-weather tennis court is just opposite the herb garden
  • Views

    • From its hilltop position the lodge has fabulous sea views
  • Fishing

    • Go fly fishing in the rivers of the Tararua Ranges
  • Good wine list

    • 5,000 bottle wine cellar is seriously impressive
  • Restaurant

    • Gourmet farm-to-table dining can be arranged
  • Sea Views

    • Over Palliser Bay
  • Self catering to rent

    • Wharepapa Cottage
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Family Suites

  • Gourmet

  • Intimate

  • Organic food

  • Croquet

  • Archery

  • Romantic Break

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Wellbeing

  • Hills & mountains

  • Spa

  • Boutique

  • Cycling

  • Families

  • Groups

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Active Holiday

  • Child friendly

  • Conference facilities

  • All inclusive

  • Contemporary

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Mountain biking

  • Secluded setting

Facilities

  • Rooms

    15 rooms in this hotel
  • Garden

    Including a herb and vegetable garden, orchard, croquet lawn and lemon trees
  • Private chef / butler

    On request, private chefs can come to your villa or cottage
  • Views

    From its hilltop position the lodge has fabulous sea views
  • Outdoor dining

    BBQ facilities and outdoor terraces in the cottages
  • Good wine list

    5,000 bottle wine cellar is seriously impressive
  • Restaurant

    Gourmet farm-to-table dining can be arranged
  • Swimming Pool

    Indoor 24 metre-long swimming pool
  • Self catering to rent

    Wharepapa Cottage
  • Family Suites

  • Bath robes

  • Bicycles available

  • Parking

  • Fireplace

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Wifi

  • In room DVD

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Library

  • Private dining room

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Spa

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Games room

  • Conference facilities

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Follow a number of marked trails around the property, varying in length, terrain and ability.
  • Golf

    • Play a round at the historic Royal Wellington Golf Club, a 10-minute helicopter flight away
  • Other Activities

    • Take a working sheep station tour in a comfortable 4-wheel drive vehicle
  • Wine tasting

    • Enjoy a personalised tasting at the lodge's special 'Sommelier's Table'
  • Tennis

    • The all-weather tennis court is just opposite the herb garden
  • Fishing

    • Go fly fishing in the rivers of the Tararua Ranges
  • Croquet

  • Archery

  • Cycling

  • Mountain biking

Map & Location

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