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Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate

Rating (Qualmark)

Cancellation policies apply

1. Wharekauhau Lodge2. Guest Cottages3. The View from Guest Cottages4. Guest Cottage Exterior5. Guest Cottage Bathrooms6. Guest Cottage7. Wharekauhau Country Estate Rugged Coastline8. Recreation Centre9. Massage Therapy10. Country Kitchen11. Horse Trekking

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  Rates are TAX inclusive, per room, and will be charged in New Zealand Dollars ($) Booking Fees

Property Details

Western Lake Road
Featherston RD3 WAIRARAPA
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A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Wharekauhau provides luxury lodge accommodation in New Zealand. In 1998 and 2004 Wharekauhau received a Grand Award from Andrew Harper's Hideaway Report and in 2003 received New Zealand's first and only "Best of Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator magazine receiving this again in 2004. Often listed among the top 20 international resort hideaways, Wharekauhau consistently offers a world class experience.

As a honeymoon destination, relaxing resort, romantic retreat, wedding location, spa resort, or virtually any occasion, Wharekauhau provides luxury accommodation offering the chance for guests to enjoy unique New Zealand country hospitality.


Wharekauhau Lodge is based on a 5000 acre working sheep station overlooking the spectacular Palliser Bay. Guests can choose from a veritable smorgasbord of outdoor activities or simply indulge in splendid luxury, superb local wines and irresistible cuisine. Each perfect day ends in your own sumptuous cottage with built-in views of the magnificent ocean.

Conference and incentive groups will also find Wharekauhau an ideal venue. Wharekauhau Lodge can be booked as an exclusive venue and programmes tailored specifically for the each group. Activities such as quad-bikes, clay target shooting, horse-riding, jet-boating and team-building options are available along with numerous other choices.
  • Bar / Lounge
  • BBQ facilities
  • Business centre
  • Concierge
  • Conference/Meeting facilities
  • Day spa
  • Direct beach access
  • Dry cleaning / laundry service
  • Gay friendly
  • Gym/Fitness room
  • Indoor pool - heated
  • Interconnecting rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Motorised water sports
  • Non-smoking floors
  • Outdoor pool - heated
  • Porter/Bell service
  • Restaurant/s
  • Room service - limited service
  • Spa/Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Tennis court
  • Valet parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi access

Guest Cottage

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Luxury accommodation at Wharekauhau is provided in self-contained cottages. Designed for privacy and comfort, they are perfect for honeymooners. Dotted throughout the estate, the cottages house offer superb ocean views.
Rates are for 2 people. The room caters for a maximum of 2 adults.

Available bedding configurations:


1 King
or

2 Singles
Cancellation Policy:
No Cancellations or Changes
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Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room will not be permitted for any reason. Once confirmed a booking cannot be refunded or altered in any way.
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony / courtyard
  • Bathrobes
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Fireplace
  • Free in-house movies
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Kitchenette (basic facilities)
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking only
  • Opening windows
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator - bar size
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Separate shower & bath
  • Tea/Coffee Making
  • TV
  • Under-floor heating

Business Facilities

Wireless Internet throughout the Main Lodge Building with Guest access to laptop computer.
 

 
Check In 1400hrs
Check Out 1100hrs
Getting There From Wellington to Wharekauhau

Address: Western Lake Road
RD 3
Featherston


Time: Allow 2 hours

Directions:
Leave Wellington, follow State Highway 2 through the Hutt Valley, over Rimutaka Hill Road to Featherston.

Do not drive through Featherston, but turn RIGHT into WESTERN LAKE ROAD. Signpost will also say Ocean Beach. Please note - Featherston is the last petrol stop!

40km - follow along Western Lake Road. NB: the last 2 km is gravel.

Stay on the road until you can see panoramic views of the bay. You will travel down a steep grade and over a bridge - you are nearly there!

Just over the bridge there is a large wooden sign on the right hand side – Wharekauhau.

Just past that you will see a signpost - turn RIGHT and proceed up the driveway.

Remember to Keep Left!

Please Note:
These directions are for the route most commonly travelled.

We hope they work for you!
Parking Valet off-street parking available for all guests free of charge.
Things To Do Martinborough Wine Region Tours
Cape Palliser Seal Colony Tours
5000 Acre Farm Tour
ATV/Quad Farm Tours
Horse Treks
Clay Bird Shooting
Archery
Hunting
Walking Tracks
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