This place is in 2 acres of gardens (in what started off as a sheep paddock). For luxury, rural accommodation close to Masterton, Greytown, Carterton and Martinborough treat yourselves to a stay in this purpose-built guest lodge.
There is a herd of friendly alpacas on-site, free-range ch...
This place is in 2 acres of gardens (in what started off as a sheep paddock). For luxury, rural accommodation close to Masterton, Greytown, Carterton and Martinborough treat yourselves to a stay in this purpose-built guest lodge.
There is a herd of friendly alpacas on-site, free-range chickens, an orchard and a large veggie garden. The garden is full of NZ native plants and a variety of birdlife is present. There are views beyond the gardens to rolling farmland, paddocks full of cows and sheep and there are often stunning sunsets.
LOCAL WALKS
- Tararuas; visit Mt Holdsworth, Mt Dick or Waiohine Gorge
- The coast; visit Castlepoint, Honey Comb Rock at Flatpoint, Riversdale - Or take a gentle walk around Lake Henley and the wetlands or Carters Reserve
CYCLING
There are several road circuit options from the Summit Lodge through beautiful countryside. There is also the very challenging Admiral Hill climb right on our doorstep. Bring your own bike over or hire one!
ACTIVITIES NEARBY:
- Pukaha Mt Bruce Wildlife Centre is a must, visit the very rare white kiwi-birds
- Stonehenge Aotearoa, a replica of the ancient stone circle in Wiltshire, England is a working henge and provides insights into the southern skies.
- There are 6 golf courses in the Wairarapa so bring your clubs.
- Visit nearby Martinborough, famous for its vineyards
- Nearby Gladstone wineries for world-class wines.
- Olive oil, cheeses, honey, fruit, meat produce and vegetables are all grown and processed locally. Farmers markets are held in Masterton and Carterton on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
- See how wagon wheels are made at the Wheelwright Shop which is right next door to the Summit Lodge. Greg and Ali Lang are the only full-time wheelwrights in New Zealand and were heavily involved in making wheels and vehicles for The Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films.
- The Kokomai Arts Festival
- Celtic Equinox and Solstice celebrations
- Wairarapa Wine Festival
- ... check out 'Destination Wairarapa' for events throughout the year
This place has many sustainable features such as rainwater collection, solar PV panels, eco-cleaning products, low water use appliances, native planting and garden mulching.
Essential Stay Info
Bed and Breakfast
Luxury
Not Suitable for Children
Rural Views
Check in time: 3pm Check out time: 11am
Eating and Drinking
Breakfasts are a highlight featuring home made muesli, freshly baked bread and jams made from fruit grown on site; free range eggs and locally cured organic bacon. For the coffee fiends there is barista-style espresso coffee and there is a range of teas.
Dinners are available on request and dietary requirements can be catered for - GF, vegetarian, lactose free etc. Just let us know on booking. Dining is a sociable, informal affair with you sharing good food and great conversation with other guests!
Please see the extras to add these to your booking.
Bedding Configuration
Bedroom 1:
Super-king bed (can be split into twin singles) with en-suite
Bedroom 2:
Super-king bed (can be split into twin singles) with en-suite...
Bedroom 1:
Super-king bed (can be split into twin singles) with en-suite
Bedroom 2:
Super-king bed (can be split into twin singles) with en-suite
Bedroom 3:
Super-king bed (can be split into twin singles) with en-suite
More info about the property
Book a room for two or the whole wing - perfect for groups of up to 6 people - let us do the organising, cooking and cleaning - you can relax and enjoy your friends/family. Qualmark 5* rated.
**I...
Book a room for two or the whole wing - perfect for groups of up to 6 people - let us do the organising, cooking and cleaning - you can relax and enjoy your friends/family. Qualmark 5* rated.
**If you would like to book more than 1 room please contact us on [email protected] and we can arrange this for you.
Guests rooms share a large guest lounge in a private wing of the lodge, guests are guaranteed the comfort of a boutique hotel and the hospitality of a home-stay.
Guests have private access in and out of the guest wing and there is ample parking to the rear of the lodge.
Rural Luxury, rated 5 stars, with super comfortable beds, stunning night skies, peace and quiet and guest lounge complete with open fire. Enjoy air conditioning, reclining lounge seating and the courtyard spa (hot tub) available in the summer. Air-conditioning/heat pumps in each room and an open wood fire in the lounge.
Your hosts available on-site in the other wing of the lodge along with a variety of cats and labrador dog. Gourmet breakfasts - home-baked bread, jams with fruit from the garden, organic eggs, locally cured bacon, espresso coffee, home toasted muesli. We can arrange complimentary transport to the local country inn or dinner options are available in-house.
Breakfasts are included and are served in the country-style dining/kitchen area. Dinners are available on request with a minimum of 24 hours notice.
One of the few five stars, silver-rated lodges in the area, you are guaranteed to find comfortable accommodation, gourmet breakfasts and a warm welcome from your hosts.
Sumptuous accommodation with pillow-top super-king beds, heat pumps/air conditioning and private patios with views to the extensive gardens and rolling hills beyond.
Unique kiwi experiences for you
Visit the very rare white kiwi-birds
Take a meal at a rural country inn
Visit nearby Martinborough, famous for its vineyards
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What we love about this property
Friendly hosts, great food, central to many Wairarapa attractions and events, individual room heating/cooling options, extensive gardens, at the foot of Admiral Hill for serious road cyclists, friendl...
Friendly hosts, great food, central to many Wairarapa attractions and events, individual room heating/cooling options, extensive gardens, at the foot of Admiral Hill for serious road cyclists, friendly cats, alpacas, and hens for free range eggs.
Activities on or nearby this property
Birdlife
Cycle Tracks
Farm Animals to Meet
Golf (BYO clubs)
Hiking | Tramping
Mountain Biking
Nature Walks
Outdoor Bath | Hot Tub
Relaxation
Star Gazing
Vineyards Nearby
Amenities
Air conditioning
Drinking Water
DVD Player
Electric blankets
Fridge (or cooling facility) available
Hair dryer
Heating (electric, gas or fireplace)
Hot Water Available
Iron
Jug/Kettle
Linen Provided
Microwave
North Island
Picnic Table
Property Manager on site
Radio
Sealed roads only
Shower
Toilet
Towels Provided
TV
Wheelchair Access
Wifi Available
Drive Times
Taupo: 5 hr driveWellington: 1hr 30mins drive
Extras you might like to add
These will be available to select during the booking progress
Thank you. Everything about our stay was perfect. We hope to return soon and we will definitely be recommending the summit lodge to others.
We felt like royalty and the company and conversation was measured, balanced and convivial. A wonderful experience! Cannot recommend Summit Lodge highly enough.
Staying in a fresh and serene country environment away from the hustle and stress of city living. Friendly and devoted owners.
Thank you. Everything about our stay was perfect. We hope to return soon and we will definitely be recommending the summit lodge to others.
We felt like royalty and the company and conversation was measured, balanced and convivial. A wonderful experience! Cannot recommend Summit Lodge highly enough.
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