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We are excited to announce a partnership with two exceptional nearby properties to offer a six-night package that is sure to excite any gourmet who wants to experience some of the best food, stargazing, scenery, wildlife and hospitality that New Zealand has to offer! This itinerary can be undertaken in any order you like, since each of our three locations is within a two-hour drive of the others, and they form a natural loop that can be accessed from four South Island airports--Christchurch, Timaru, Queenstown or Dunedin.
Experience three of the South Island's most spectacular regions--the Mackenzie high country, with its famed star-gazing, glaciers, lakes and majestic landscapes; the Waitaki, with its evocative "valley of the whales", wineries and historic and artsy town of Oamaru; and the mountains, rivers, forests and beaches of coastal South Canterbury based in the charming country village of Geraldine, with its cafés, art galleries, boutiques, food producers, day spas, museums and walkways.
Only available 1 May – 31 August at this price. Upgrades available. P.O.A.
The package includes two-night stays at three stunning properties, each offering complimentary and contrasting experiences, so you get to sample the best of each of their three regions. You'll be treated to canapés, drinks and three four-course dinners prepared by resident chefs that highlight the specialties of their terroir, along with a cooking demonstration, and an opportunity for tastings of regional delicacies en route at such famed producers as Aoraki Salmon; Barker's of Geraldine Foodstore & Eatery; Geraldine Cheese Co.; Humdinger Gin; River-T Estate Winery; Whitestone Cheese, and more.
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Please contact us to check availability and make your booking.
Email: [email protected]
Phone 027 3939027
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
- Two nights in a Moraine Luxury Villa (Villa Matariki or Villa Tautoru) - only available 1 May – 31 August. Upgrades available for the other months and for lake View Villas.
- Cooking demonstration with Retreat chefs including lunch on one day of your stay – Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.
- Step into the heart of nature and flavour with our Forage, Cook and Dine experience. Begin your experience by foraging for fresh seasonal ingredients from one of the Retreats gardens. Then under the guidance of one of our expert culinary team you will learn how to transform these handpicked treasures into gourmet goodness, blending local flavours and creative flair. Once the cooking is done, gather around a beautifully set table to savour the dishes you have helped create paired with stunning views of the Ben Ohau Ranges and a glass of local wine.
- Fresh breakfast provisions each morning of your stay
- Wine cellar star-gazing experience in the on-site Pukaki Observatory (weather permitting)
- Six-course Chefs tasting dinner in The Moraine or a 3 course Chef prepared dinner delivered to the privacy of your villa each night of your stay.
Pen-y-bryn Lodge, Oamaru
- Two nights in a super-king suite in the Oamaru Stone Annex (Park, Garden or Nest Room)
- Full cooked breakfast each morning
- Pre-dinner canapés and welcome drink each evening
- Three-course dinner on your arrival night with matched Waitaki wines
- Tickets for two premium seats at the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony's evening viewing
- Tickets for two to Steampunk HQ
- Star-gazing through our 10-inch reflecting telescope on the patio (weather permitting)
The Vicarage Geraldine
- Two nights in a super-king ensuite room in the elegantly restored Vicarage Geraldine, located in the centre of beautiful Geraldine
- Breakfast (a la carte) for two each morning at Barker's Foodstore and Eatery
- Complimentary voucher for a jar of Barker's Preserves
- Complimentary bottle of wine in your room fridge, and Port in the sitting room decanters
- Half-day "self-drive" tour with a local country guide, including a visit to an historic sheep and cattle station
Explore each property
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
The Vicarage
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