Accommodation
Pagoda Lodge
The charming 1930’s Lodge was built to reflect Daniel Ferguson’s love of China. Dramatic turret and golden Pagoda Roof creates a special ambience. The characterful one and two bedroom flats are spacious, with polished wooden floors and a hint of Asia/Pacific in the tasteful decor. Views are of the garden, the inlet and the famous Hongi Hika Heritage Site across the river.
Jade House – single bedroom
Jade House is a romantic and private cottage with superb views of the river and famous Hongi Hika Heritage site. In the 1930’s it housed an imperial Jade collection from China, while in recent years it has been a favourite place for honeymoon couples. Decor is pleasing and discretely Asian.
Swallow Cottage – 2 bedrooms
Swallow Cottage is a secluded, 1880’s cottage on a nearby 24-acre estate with spectacular, wide views over a 2300-hectare bird sanctuary, series of lakes and forest. Ideal for longer stays. Decor is shabby-chic.
The Villa – 3 bedrooms
Superb, luxuriously restored, turn of the century Villa on nearby 24-acre estate with grapes, olives and pines. Breathtaking, wide views of 2300-hectare bird reserve, lakes, forest and sea. Enjoy the height of elegance with spacious rooms, French style “Cathedral” kitchen, large conservatory, high ceilings, sumptuous furnishings, significant paintings & textiles. Ideal for longer stays or retreat.
Boat Shed
A characterful boatshed at the water’s edge has been partially converted into a charming, romantic one bedroom unit, with high ceiling, lots of boating decor, and a river-view deck.
Safari Tents/Canvas Lodge
We offer Safari tents for families (3 rooms) or Romantic tents for couples (2 rooms). All are in prime spots and most have river views. They are fully furnished with beds, furniture, linen & electric lighting. The nearby facilities block has toilets, showers, laundry and kitchen, complete with crockery and cutlery. All you have to bring is a torch!
Camping
Our moto is tranquility and privacy, so most of our sites are screened by beautiful, mature trees and gardens. We don’t overcrowd, as we want you to stay for a few days and soak up the unique ambience. We offer a range of powered and non-powered sites and a well equipped facilities block. Ask for a “secluded site” if you want privacy or a “general site” if you want some company.
