Maraekakaho Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Renovated
2012
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Heritage LocalOutside the door
Intimate pastoral household
Hosts Dietske and Gary welcome just two parties at a time to their hilltop pastoral retreat overlooking the Ngaruroro River.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Bespoke itineraries and multi-course private chef dinners tailored personally for just two guest suites.
Notable
A relocated 1910 colonial minister's homestead originally situated on the historic Maraekakaho sheep station.
Notable
Paddock-to-plate dinners showcase estate-raised livestock, garden produce, and pairings from neighboring Gimblett Gravels vineyards.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Housed in a former private residence on what was once part of a historic sheep station, the luxury private lodge sits surrounded by acres of green countryside…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
State Highway 50 winds past the gates toward the Gimblett Gravels wine country, bordered by the Ruahine and Kaweka mountain ranges.
The rooms
European antiques, Frette linens, and heated bathroom floors furnish the two suites, with the River View Suite featuring a private veranda.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated outdoor saltwater pool sits alongside the homestead, lined with sun loungers on the timber deck.
At the table
Bespoke multi-course dinners are prepared with estate-grown produce and served on the veranda by lantern light.
How it began
Built in 1910 for a Presbyterian minister on Maraekakaho sheep station, the homestead was later hauled uphill by traction engine.
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Gold
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Silver
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Bronze
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Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.