“This luxury lodge borders the Gimblett Gravels and Ngatarawa wine regions in Hawke's Bay. Elegant guestrooms have country charm, with prints inspired by nature and selected European antiques. Discover the landscape on the hotel's unique truffle hunting excursion.”
“This luxury lodge borders the Gimblett Gravels and Ngatarawa wine regions in Hawke's Bay. Elegant guestrooms have country charm, with prints inspired by nature and selected European antiques. Discover the landscape on the hotel's unique truffle hunting excursion.”
Recommended For
- Foodies
- Join Chef and co-owner Gary in the kitchen to hone your skills, or feast on delectable Hawke's Bay fare
- Romantic Break
- With just two inviting guestrooms, this is an ultra-romantic choice for a couples' escape
- Fishing
- Book in advance for a guided fly-fishing trip on The Ngaruroro, one of the best spots for the sport in New Zealand
- Great walks
- With 200 km of trails, the Hawke's Bay area is brilliant for scenic walks and hikes
- Wine tasting
- Choose from over over 150 vineyards and 90 wineries in the area tastings and tours
- Cooking classes
- Take a meat masterclass, paired with a tasting of wine, port and single malts
- Golf
- Join Gary for a round at Hastings Golf Club or Cape Kidnappers
- Sailing
- Trekking
- Total relaxation
- Country Escape
- Museums
- Riding
- Watersports
- Surfing
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Organic food
- Romantic
- Views
- Owner managed
- Quiet
- Charming
- Sit-out Terrace
- Boutique
- Riverside
- Intimate
- Disabled access
- Wellbeing
- Traditional
- Luxury
Facilities
- Private chef / butler
- Chef-owner Gary crafts personalised menus to suits guests' tastes using regional produce
- Views
- Parking
- Massage
- No pets
- Sit-out Terrace
- Adult Only
- Swimming Pool
- Garden
- Sitting Room
- Wifi
- Disabled access
- Suites
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Air conditioning
Activities
- Fishing
- Book in advance for a guided fly-fishing trip on The Ngaruroro, one of the best spots for the sport in New Zealand
- Great walks
- With 200 km of trails, the Hawke's Bay area is brilliant for scenic walks and hikes
- Wine tasting
- Choose from over over 150 vineyards and 90 wineries in the area tastings and tours
- Cooking classes
- Take a meat masterclass, paired with a tasting of wine, port and single malts
- Golf
- Join Gary for a round at Hastings Golf Club or Cape Kidnappers
- Trekking
- Sailing
- Museums
- Kayaking
- Riding
- Watersports
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
Map & Location
What's Nearby
Other Reviews
The Manse
A working farm in New Zealand’s Hawke’s Bay. The Manse is a traditional homestead built in the 1910 and now a two-roomed guesthouse, providing a countryside gastro experience, with chef-prepared meals served straight from the paddocks and gardens.
Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)
