A unique accommodation
experience in a stunning environment, Kaikoura mountain range to
the west, Pacific Ocean to the east. And on site at Hapuku Lodge
Kaikoura a 100 tree olive grove and expansive deer farm.
Just 12 kms north of Kaikoura
you will be well located to enjoy its eco-marine adventures,
including the renowned Whale Watch Tours.
Designed by a family of
architects and designers this contemporary country lodge, Hapuku
Lodge offers six guest rooms, a stand alone spacious apartment,
five luxury Tree Houses (accommodating up to 35 guests) and a
dedication to creating exciting food from local, seasonal
ingredients. Most of the furniture throughout the lodge was
designed and handcrafted specifically for Hapuku Lodge.
The main lodge is the gathering
point for all Hapuku Lodge guests. The décor in the Lodge dining
room and lounge features high ceilings, earthen tones, custom
designed handcrafted furniture and a mixture of New Zealand and
international art and ceramics.
The lounge is organized to
foster conversation in front of the fire. European tilt-swing
windows overlook native gardens and our deer farm, set off by the
backdrop of the Kaikoura Seaward Mountains. Complimentary internet
is available in the lounge. As is our DVD collection.
The main lodge consists of six
well-appointed guestrooms, three king and three queen rooms.
Queen Room
Like the rest of the Lodge, the Queen Room is outfitted with
custom designed handcrafted furniture including, reportedly “the
most comfortable beds in the South Island.” Though a quarter
smaller than the King Room and without ocean views, the Queen Room
is comfortably sized for two adults.
King Room (can be twin)
Also outfitted with custom designed handcrafted furniture
and famously comfortable beds. Spacious rooms -a quarter larger
than the Queen Room, some of the King Rooms offer ocean views.
King & Queen Rooms
feature:
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LCD TV, DVD/CD player, iPOD sound system
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Complimentary wireless internet
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European style bathroom with rain-fountain
showerheads, heated towel rails and floors
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Stocked refrigerator with coffee and tea
facilities
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Stay includes the generous continental breakfast
buffet
News
Please note that from 1 August
2009 the queen and king rooms will be unavailable as they are
being remodeled into four stunning luxury suites opening in the
main lodge. These new suites will feature outdoor verandahs,
wood burning fireplaces and Japanese soaking tubs with large
walk-in rain showers. They are planned to be available for
Christmas 2010.
In addition, Hapuku Lodge & Tree
Houses is creating an exciting range of new amenities: an
outdoor heated swimming pond with hot tub and a 25 meter lap
pool, a Pool House with sauna, showers and changing room, a
dedicated cocktail bar and a new reception area with gift shop.
A sculpture garden and wilderness walk to a picnic terrace on
Hapuku River will also be available for guests to enjoy
beginning this summer.
Tree House Accommodation
Nested 30 feet (10 M) above the ground in the canopy of a native
Manuka grove, each Tree House has spectacular views of Kaikoura's
dramatic mountains and surf-washed Pacific coastline.
As with the Lodge, the Tree
Houses are meant to be a contemporary complement to the natural
environment. Their exteriors are clad in native woods and copper
shingles. Large windows bring the tree canopy right into the
bedroom.
The one bedroom Tree House is a
favourite for honeymooners and couples looking for a luxurious
tree top stay.
The two Lower Branch Tree House
rooms are smaller with fewer appointments than their one bedroom
cousin. They are ideal for those guests preferring a Tree House
experience at a lower price than the one bedroom option.
Two Tree Houses were created
with families in mind. They include the upper bedroom Tree House
for the parents with a lower bedroom (called the Lower Branch Tree
House) for the children.
Olive House Apartment
The Olive House is a two-story building located 80 meters from the
main lodge. On the ground floor is our olive press and conference
room. The top level is our most spacious accommodation choice, an
open floor plan apartment. The Olive House apartment includes all
the features of the six guest rooms as well as:
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360-degree views of mountains, sea, olive orchard
and deer herd
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Separate bedroom with our custom made king bed
and a couple’s spa bath
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Full kitchen, Danish wood burning fireplace and
twin balconies
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TV, DVD/CD player, personalized iPOD sound system
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The Olive House apartment is suitable for
families, as two single day beds, a rollaway, and child’s cot
can be made available
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A stay in the Apartment includes the continental
breakfast buffet
Dining
Each morning a generous
continental breakfast is offered. A cooked breakfast is also
available for an additional charge. We can accommodate most
dietary concerns. Just give us an advance warning.
Dinner is 2 or 3 courses with
multiple choices within each course that may include Crayfish (New
Zealand rock lobster), pulled directly from the resident saltwater
tank. Wine and canapés are served before the meal. During the
summer season, dining is offered in the Lodge’s restaurant
room and garden. Guests are encouraged to dine communally although
private dining is also available. As the winter months arrive,
guests are seated in the communal lodge dining room.
