Stay in a unique six-star luxury lodge overlooking snow-capped peaks and one of New Zealand's most beautiful mountain lakes. The location of Rosewood Matakauri is unbeatable, the food exceptional, and the service exemplary. Decimated luxurious rooms and suites provide a comfortable level of privacy for you and your loved ones. Outside the front door, nature embraces you and invites you to enjoy countless activities such as horseback riding, mountain biking, bungee jumping, sailing, or skiing.
Immerse yourself completely in the picturesque natural surroundings that accompany you at every turn at this lodge, starting with a glass of champagne on the terrace overlooking The Remarkables mountain range. The chic spa awaits you with two treatment rooms, a whirlpool, a cold water pool, and a fitness room. Of course, there are also plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy, ensuring unforgettable memories. Rent bikes to explore the surrounding area, crisscrossed with hiking and cycling trails, or strap on your skis in winter. Sailing, whitewater rafting, fishing, horseback riding, paragliding, SUV tours, or bungee jumping could also be on the agenda.
The luxurious Matakauri Suites exude a cozy atmosphere – feel right at home. The interior design was created by renowned interior designer Virginia Fisher. Warm apricot tones, faded yellows, and soft grays add color, and every room offers unobstructed views of Lake Wakatipu. Twelve rooms also feature a private outdoor area and separate living and sleeping areas. If you are traveling with a larger group and value privacy, you will love the spacious four-bedroom Owner's Cottage.
Head chef Jonathan Rogers is a Kiwi with a penchant for local produce. He scours the local countryside and then enchants his guests with inspiring dishes that are both classic and innovative. The menu changes daily, but the five-course tasting menu is the best way to sample the flavors of the region. Highlights include the tempura oyster and seared eel canapés, the kingfisher crudo with shellfish cream, and the pan-seared tarakihi fish in a succulent chicken broth. Each dish is accompanied by the lodge's exceptional selection of regional wines.
The fabulous Rosewood Matakauri consists of a main house with twelve luxurious rooms and suites, eight cottages scattered across the grounds, and a four-bedroom owner's cottage for small groups and families. The warm and modern interior of stone and wood features luxurious furniture and muted colors that harmonize perfectly with the surrounding nature. The hotel's own art collection includes works by Picasso and some of New Zealand's most renowned artists. Thanks to its proximity to Queenstown, you can enjoy both unspoiled nature and the charms of a charming city during this trip.
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