Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate

Ocean Beach beach lodge with spa and restaurant

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Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate is a great choice for your beach stay in Ocean Beach. The indoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include a fitness center, an outdoor tennis court, and a terrace.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Why we love this property

Wellness escape
This lodge nestles in a regional mountain park. The spa offers facials and hot stone massages. A fitness room and garden complete this retreat.
Luxury mountain escape
Discover a serene mountain haven with curated decor inside and a beautiful garden outside. The lodge's vineyard adds a touch of rustic elegance.
Vineyard dining pleasure
Savor free cooked-to-order breakfast or dine at the restaurant. The bar beckons after private wine tours, while couples' dining adds romance.

Room options

Suite | Deep soaking bathtub
Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated
Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Ocean view
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4132 Wharekauhau Road, RD3, Ocean Beach, Wairarapa, Ocean Beach, 5773

What's nearby

  • Palliser Bay - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Ferry Hotel - ‬71 min drive

About this property

Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate

Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate is a great choice for your beach stay in Ocean Beach. The indoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious lodge include a fitness center, an outdoor tennis court, and a terrace.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free uncovered onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Archery
  • Mountain biking
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Private winery tours
  • Winery release events
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 14 and August 23.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 512.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility, and guests under 15 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and fitness facility with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate currently open?

The property is closed between July 14 and August 23.

Does Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking, archery, and hiking and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate also has a fitness center, spa services, and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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Wharekauhau Luxury Country Estate Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

Out of this world!! Beautiful.

This might be the prettiest place I ever stayed at. The scenery is spectacular. The hotel is just perfect. It's a beautiful country-house with exceptional food and the service is great. A++. I strongly recommend this. We did the horse and ATV tour and it's a must do. Fly into Wellington and rent a car to see the beautiful scenery on the 2 hr drive. I would love to return.

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Home away from home, Outstanding; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile, Phenomenal; Cleanliness: Spotless;

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Top of the line, Outstanding; Value: Fair price; Service: Remarkable, Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate, Pristine, Beautiful;

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Immaculate; One night is just not enough to make the most of the facilities!! Will definitely be back.

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a fantastic experience, will go again.

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Outstanding; Value: expensive but fantastic; Service: Phenomenal; Cleanliness: Immaculate; easy to see why it is rated in the top 20 in the world

10/10 Exceptional

Wish I remembered my togs as the pool looked amazing! Wish we could have stayed longer - room was massive, champagne on arrival, just lovely!

8/10 Very good