At the Waters Edge
Enjoy 3 nights each at the waters edge – Solitaire Lodge in the North Island is located on a private peninsula on the picturesque Lake Tawawera. In the South Island; Bay of Many Coves offers perfect seclusion deep in the Marlborough Sounds.
Solitaire Lodge, one of New Zealand’s premiere luxury lodges, enjoys breathtaking views over Lake Tarawera with a lush natural bush and volcanic landscape backdrop. From the moment you enter below the Lodge’s vintage beams, the shade sails beckon you through and your adventure begins. The main lounge yields a spectacular vista due to the lodge’s extraordinary location. Nearby, our fine dining restaurant is available for your patronage. Easy lake access allows the exploration of surrounding waters directly from Solitaire’s private grounds and jetty.
Located just twenty minutes drive from the city of Rotorua and Rotorua International Airport, car hire is highly recommended enabling you the freedom to explore neighbouring destinations and attractions at your leisure. Rotorua is a leisurely three-hour drive from the gateway city of Auckland, and a five to six hour drive from New Zealand’s capital city of Wellington. Chauffeured and helicopter transfers are available on request.
Bay of Many Coves is a luxury five-star resort, nestled amongst the native bush at the heart of Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough. Accessible only by boat or helicopter, getting here is part of the unique and memorable experience. Picton, the gateway town for the Marlborough Sounds, is only a 30 minute scenic boat ride away. For those looking for a more direct route, Bay of Many Coves is just a short direct helicopter flight away from Wellington, Nelson and Blenheim.
Built into the hillside, every area of the resort offers stunning vistas of the bay, including from your apartment and the restaurants. Savour the culinary delights and sunset views at The Foredeck, our fine dining restaurant where our highly skilled chefs craft the menus with a focus on local, seasonal produce. The perfect setting to sample two of Marlborough’s regional specialities - fresh seafood and Sauvignon Blanc. Our Cellar also showcases a carefully selected range of Marlborough’s finest wines, balanced with national and international labels.
Whether you are seeking world-class cuisine, breath-taking scenery, adventure, or simply a sense of renewal, you will find it here, whatever the season. Relax and unwind to the tranquil sounds of birdsong, or be pampered with an appointment at our on-site Day Spa. For the more adventurous, there’s activities to suit all interests and lets you sample what makes the Marlborough Sounds such a special place. With access to the Queen Charlotte Track, one of New Zealand best multi day hikes, there are hikes to suit all abilities, and other excursions include charter boats, fishing trips, wine tasting tours and scenic flights.
Itinerary
3 nights at Solitaire Lodge 3 nights at Bay of Many Coves
Total Suggested Nights
6
Contact
Solitaire Lodge
16 Ronald Road
Lake Tarawera
Rotorua 3076
New Zealand
Tel: +64 (0)7 362 8208
E: solitaire@solitairelodge.co.nz
Bay of Many Coves
Queen Charlotte Sound
Private Bag 382
Picton 7250
Tel: +64 (0)3 579 9771
E: enquiries@bayofmanycoves.co.nz