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Wharekauhau Country Estate — Palliser Bay, New Zealand
Wharekauhau Country Estate
Palliser Bay, New Zealand
Style: Classic Luxury.
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Wharekauhau (pronounced Forry-coe-hoe) Was Named New Zealand's Best Boutique Hotel And Lodge At The 1999 And 2001 New Zealand Tourism Awards. It Was Also Awarded Andrew Harper's Grand Award For 1998. After Extensive And Sympathetic Development, And Continuing Its Tradition Of True New Zealand Hospitality, Wharekauhau Offers Its Guests 12 Well Appointed Suites. Situated On A Working Sheep Station Of Over 5000 Acres, It Overlooks 16 Miles Of Stunning Coastal Scenery, Black Volcanic Sand Beaches, Green Pastures, Deer Forests And Cloud Capped Peaks. Resident Chefs Will Tempt You With Classic French Cuisine And Simple Country Fare, Complemented By A Fine Range Of New Zealand Vintages. This Pastoral Paradise Has Been Described As One Of The Most Spectacular Farms On Earth, And Will Captivate You With Its Relaxing Atmosphere, Charm And Graciousness.
Awards
Travel & Leisure Award Winner
Boating
Jetboating on Lake Onake to the Ruamahung River
Ecological Tourism
Hike through New Zealand bush
Fishing - Fly
Fishing in Wairarapa Mountain Streams
Horseback Riding
Guided, no prior experience necessary
Hunting
Deer, pig, goat and small game safaris
Winery Tours
Wine tasting and lunch at Highfield Estate
Nota Bene
The estate won the "2004 Grand Award" from Andrew Harper's Hideaway Report. In 2003 it received New Zealand's first and only "Best Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator Magazine. The estate is Listed among the "Top 20 International Resort Hideaways." The hotel is a 5,000 acre working sheep station. Additional activities include: Heli-golf, fly to Paraparaum Beach links rated 79th in the world. A farm tour of Wharehauhau Farm, a classic sheep station that makes up New Zealand's farming heritage, including sheep shearing and sheep dogs in action. ATV Quad bikes are available.
Hotel Amenities
- - Fitness Center
- - Banquets & Meetings
- - Fine Dining on Site
- - Spa Facility
Available Activities
- - Fishing - Fly
- - Skeet Shooting
- - Horseback Riding
- - Winery Tours
- - Ecological Tourism
- - Hunting
- - Boating
Hotel Address
Location Summary
Wellington Airport 104km East Of Wharekauhau. clients Can Either Rent A Car And Self Drive Or We Can Arrange A Chauffeur Car To Pick Them Up. These Options Are Approx 1-1/2 Hours Drive Or We Can Arrange A 10 Minute Flight By Helicopter. Palliser Bay Wharekauhau Is Located 105km North West Of Wellington At Palliser Bay Situated On A 5000 Acre Sheep Station.
Directions to Hotel
From North - A 1.5 Hour Scenic Drive Northeast Of Wellington. Drive From Wellington Along State Highway 2 Through The Hutt Valley, Then To Featherston. Upon Entering Featherston, Turn Right Down Western Lake Road. Wharekauhau Is 40km From This Turn. Note Helicopter Transfers Are Available. Ten Minutes From Wellington.
- Wharekauhau Country Estate
- Western Lake Road Rd3
- Featherston
- Palliser Bay, NONE
- New Zealand
Location Summary
Wellington Airport 104km East Of Wharekauhau. clients Can Either Rent A Car And Self Drive Or We Can Arrange A Chauffeur Car To Pick Them Up. These Options Are Approx 1-1/2 Hours Drive Or We Can Arrange A 10 Minute Flight By Helicopter. Palliser Bay Wharekauhau Is Located 105km North West Of Wellington At Palliser Bay Situated On A 5000 Acre Sheep Station.
Directions to Hotel
From North - A 1.5 Hour Scenic Drive Northeast Of Wellington. Drive From Wellington Along State Highway 2 Through The Hutt Valley, Then To Featherston. Upon Entering Featherston, Turn Right Down Western Lake Road. Wharekauhau Is 40km From This Turn. Note Helicopter Transfers Are Available. Ten Minutes From Wellington.
Child policies vary by hotel. Many hotels are able to provide a rollaway bed or crib, though there may be an extra fee. Such fees will not be included in the quoted rate.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
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