Stay at Akaroa Luxury Retreat

Step barefoot onto the warm, rich polished timber floors and sink into the cozy comfort of this modern open plan living room. You won’t be able to resist the expansive wood burning fireplace winter or summer. see more

Master Bed

Spacious room with a californian king bed for a luxurious rest, and double doors opening onto a generous outdoor deck area. The air is deliciously fresh and native birds delight in serenading you.

Second Bed

A queen bed to ensure a restful sleep, an ensuite toilet and vanity for your convenience and privacy, and a handy office desk for inspiring moments. All this with stunning views overlooking the valley.

Third Bed

The third bedroom is a unique and fairytale creation- a real live in sleep in tree house. Detached from the main villa, this fantasy room contains a triple bunk, desk, and has both power and phone. For both the young and the young at heart.

Stay at Akaroa Luxury Retreat

We call our piece of paradise Pres Du Ruisseau. It means 'By the River'.

Nestled amongst mature trees and native bush our retreat is only 5 minutes from Little River - the gateway to Banks Peninsula. Peace and tranquility await you. Rest amidst exotic plantings with expansive views across and down the valley. This unique and totally private location offers you a green and truly magnificent accommodation experience.

Soak up the privacy where only the sounds of the breeze through the bush and joyful birdsong can be heard. Relax and unwind at the end of your day beside an impressive and inviting open fire.

Your hosts participate in environmental responsibility by running an on-site hydro power supply and by maintaining a comprehensive recycling programme. Staying at Akaroa Luxury Retreat means you can be a part of the move to keep New Zealand a greener place.

By being only 20 minutes from Akaroa township, we can boast that you will do more and see more. In the short journey to Akaroa township you will experience stunning views and amazing photo opportunities right at the road side. Stop along the way for enticing gourmet delights - boutique cheese, salami, award winning wines - and be inspired by NZ artworks, architecture and natural landscape… and so much more.

Part of staying at Akaroa Luxury Retreat is that you get to choose your level of interaction and activities while you are guaranteed a peaceful, private, and secluded getaway. Whether you travel by car, bike, or helicopter you are in one of New Zealand’s very unique spots.

Light the fire and relax

Light the fire, savour superb New Zealand wine, local cheeses and fruit, and make up more reasons to stay longer.

The Banks Peninsula tourist area is on the very doorstep of cafes, fine wines, vineyards, and a volley of other enticing tourist opportunities and activities. Your hosts, Greg and Tanya, can offer you a window into the way small town New Zealanders live plus provide you with a wealth of information on local attractions and history.

Unwind when you arrive over a complimentary bottle of NZ wine and soak in the ambience of this unique hideaway.

Akaroa Luxury Retreat is about you.

Services

We are proud of the fact we are 'off the grid'. We generate our own power and use firewood from our own sustainable forest.

Take a walk through our own forest and native bush & explore the source of our electricity. It's an invigorating adventure.

Wake up feeling a million miles away from life's routines when you stay with us in your private retreat..

Click the links below to learn more about our retreat.

Eco Power
Our Mature Forest

The Private Landscape

Our Spacious Grounds

Weddings

Already proven as a small boutique wedding location, Akaroa Luxury Retreat lends itself to a range of options for those seeking a unique experience for their special day.

Choose between making that day something you organise or allow us to manage the details for you.

Mature sheltered gardens offer at once privacy, charm, and soul.