Breckenridge Lodge

A family-owned winery situated in the shadow of the stunning Te Mata Peak in Hawke’s Bay, Craggy Range offers you boutique accommodation among the vines. There are three luxurious two-bedroom lodges overlooking the Tukituki River, which are perfect for smaller groups of couples. A selection of spacious Garden Cottages boast private terraces, well-appointed kitchens and cosy living areas with sweeping views of Te Mata Peak. If you prefer a spot among the wines, the the Vineyard Cottages are the perfect option.

When it comes to dining, take a table at Craggy Range Restaurant, recipient of several prestigious awards and accolades. It’s a comfortable and intimate space where you can indulge in Head Chef Casey McDonald’s signature dishes created using seasonal Hawke’s Bay produce. And don’t forget to select something delicious from the list of Craggy Range wines to accompany your meal.

Overlooking the waterfront in the historic village of Ahuriri is the Crown Hotel. The hotel is spread across two wings, one the original 1932 Crown Hotel building and the other a contemporary space.

Its 42 rooms range from modern one-, two- and three-bedroom suites to the beautiful art deco heritage suites. The majority of the more contemporary rooms feature private decking from which to admire the views.

There is an abundance of wonderful Hawke’s Bay produce and guests can enjoy room service or visit the Milk and Honey restaurant, located within the Crown Hotel Complex. And of course, there is a bar at which to enjoy the region’s famous wine.

 

Set atop 6,000 rolling acres of pasture-land in Hawke’s Bay, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers is the perfect place for a getaway. With spectacular views of the ocean, the luxury lodge combines the rustic and textured aesthetic of a working farm with chic modern and genuinely luxurious touches.

This intimate, serene and historic homestead is situated in the heart of Hawke’s Bay, with over 50 wineries, farmers’ markets and organic produce stores nearby.

Perched on a hilltop with mature trees, overlooking verdant farmlands, the homestead features suites which open out onto wide verandas overlooking the gardens.

The lodge includes three suites, two lodge rooms and a separate cottage with an outdoor bath. Four of the suites are named for notable characters in Greenhill’s history, from the first owner, Archibald McLean, to the architect who designed the lodge. Floor-to-ceiling windows with hand-painted lead lights look out onto country vistas, the central courtyard or pottage herb garden. The cottage is the perfect secluded hideaway for honeymooners or families with children.

The area is known as the ‘fruit bowl of New Zealand’ and Greenhill proudly showcases the best of what Hawke’s Bay has to offer when it comes to gourmet food and fine wines. Pairings are a speciality and the lodge tailors a four-course Table d’hote menu to guests’ preferences. Or enjoy a picnic hamper in the gardens.

To make the most of the lodge’s vantage, climb to the top of the three-storey viewing turret which sports a small sitting room complete with a telescope. The old homestead stables have been converted into a gym, and there is also an outdoor recreational area, swimming pool and log fireplace.

Explore the area taking in the surrounding vineyard, cycle through the rolling hills, fly fish on a Hawke’s Bay river or try any number of equestrian experiences from polo to rides on the beach.