Grasmere Lodge High Country Retreat, where luxury and natural splendour come together in the heart of the Southern Alps, to form a whole other world of peacefulness and serenity.
EXPERIENCE
Built in 1858, the original limestone homestead, now the core of the lodge, introduces you to the style of personal pampering. At the same time this traditional New Zealand high country station (ranch), set amid towering 7000 ft peaks, provides a wide range of outdoor activities for those seeking a more adventurous interlude.
Grasmere Lodge also offers a richness of traditional New Zealand hospitality. Owners, Oliver and Vicki Newbegin, and their staff epitomize New Zealand friendliness and generosity of spirit. Together they take great delight in sharing the magic of Grasmere with their guests.
Featuring three different room types accommodate up to 24 guests in the utmost comfort. Whether relaxing in the conservatory or having a drink by the fire in the library or large lounge, Grasmere Lodge is a glorious high country retreat. This was the setting in which a previous owner, David McLeod, wrote the books that made Grasmere famous.
In the dining room, you will discover exceptional cuisine and a wine list to match. Gin-clear streams and lakes challenge the fly-fisherman, while deer and wild boar roam the native beech forest. This wilderness provides a retreat without equal.
New Zealand Travel Inc - Top Ten Award - 2002 & 2003
New Zealand Tourism Awards - Overall Winner – Visitor Accommodation and Transportation - 2000
LOCATION
Grasmere Lodge is tucked away in the heart of the Southern Alps of New Zealand, approximately 90 minutes drive from Christchurch city in the glorious South Island of New Zealand.
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EXCITE - Horseback riding The riding manager will take you on a trek through farm paddocks and native matagouri to one of the most spectacular view points on the property. The treks are for all abilities. www.grasmere.co.nz/activities/horse ACQUIRE - New Zealand Gift Shop Take a look in the gift shop where you will find gifts to take back home all made in New Zealand. Merino wool clothing is a specialty. www.grasmere.co.nz/grasmere_lodge/g ADMIRE - Cottage Gardens The old homestead is surrounded by a traditional English cottage garden. During spring, admire the daffodils and tulips and during summer the roses are in full bloom. www.grasmere.co.nz/grasmere_lodge/h SAVOR - The Wine cellar Take a look around the wine cellar, built into the back of the hillside off the pool house. The cellar holds around 2000 bottles of New Zealand wine which you can then taste a sample for pre-dinner drinks. www.grasmere.co.nz/grasmere_lodge/w INDULGE - Spa treatments Qualified beauty therapist on site to indulge in a wide range of treatments from massages, facials, manicure catering for both men and women. www.grasmere.co.nz/activities/mount ENJOY - Cocktail hour Enjoy the complimentary cocktail hour before dinner and share with guests some of the adventures of the day! www.grasmere.co.nz/grasmere_lodge/d RELAX - Relax by the pool Enjoy an afternoon poolside in the outdoor heated swimming pool. It has spectacular views of the mountain range behind the lodge. www.grasmere.co.nz/grasmere_lodge/s
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