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Otahuna Lodge    Your Hosts : n/a Region : Christchurch Address : 224 Rhodes Road, Tai Tapu, Christchurch Phone : +64 3 329 6333 Mobile : n/a Listed As : Luxury Lodge Boutique Lodge ListingID: : 554 Share

At the head of a secluded valley on New Zealand’s South Island is a place of replenishment and refinement. It is a place where prestigious luxury accommodation meets exemplary service and cuisine in the context of an elegant, historic country estate. A place where guests receive the warmest welcome and indulge wholeheartedly in the sense of occasion presented by lavish surroundings. This is Otahuna Lodge. This is New Zealand at its finest. Otahuna holds many treasures. Beyond the classic entrance hall, hidden amenties and fine dining are waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. Each guest of the luxury lodge will feel delightfully cosseted by the service and charmed by the ambient sense of history, even as they are spoilt for choice by the range of activities available. Gardens The spectacular 110-year old gardens of Otahuna were laid out and cultivated under the direction of A. E. Lowe who trained at Kew Gardens, London. Wide vistas over lawn and lake contrast beautifully with intimate walks which wind through heavily wooded areas. The gardens of the country estate offer a range of guest amenities and activities including swimming, tennis, croquet and petanque among others. Accommodation Otahuna Lodge is an exclusive country estate offering 5 suites and 2 master suites. Each retains architectural features from the 19th century such as ornate original fireplaces, carved inglenooks and stained glass windows. All luxury suites offer super-king beds, fine custom-made linens, toiletries by Penhaligon’s of London, deep bathtubs and separate rain showers. Rhodes Suite - master suite Originally the master bedroom, the Rhodes Suite is actually a series of four rooms which embodies the gracious character of Sir Heaton and Jessie Rhodes. The palatial bedroom boasts a magnificent Victorian fireplace with inglenook seating and stained glass windows. A separate octagonal sitting room situated in the turret is the perfect spot to read a book, work a jigsaw puzzle, enjoy a quiet candlelit dinner or simply gaze out to the gardens. The ensuite bathroom is luxuriously appointed with a double shower and separate spa tub, ideal for soothing tired muscles at the close of an active day. Outside, the private balcony affords spectacular views across the Canterbury plains to the distant Southern Alps. Verandah Suite - master suite Epitomising the phrase “room with a view,” the Verandah Suite is the perfect base from which to start exploring Canterbury. Four doors open onto an enormous arched verandah, reserved exclusively for the suite. Here, guests may quietly contemplate the birdsong from the gardens, or toast with a glass of champagne as the sun sets across the Canterbury Plains behind the Southern Alps. Indoors, guests can lose themselves in the crackle of a fire – either from a deep armchair in the bedroom or from the freestanding bathtub in the spacious ensuite bathroom. Botanical Suite The Botanical Suite is situated in the original Morning Room of the house, where tea was served to Jessie Rhodes and other fine Canterbury ladies every day at 11 o’clock sharp. A floor-to-ceiling mantle featuring gingerbread woodwork and a wood-burning fireplace anchors one corner of the room. In another, an enormous bay window faces east to the gardens and receives bright sunlight through painted glass in the mornings. Located on the ground floor, the Botanical Suite offers its guests access to the gardens through a private exterior door ensuring that a leisurely stroll or a brisk walk is never more than a few steps away. Butler Suite The Butler Suite comprises a series of rooms looking over the terracotta roof of the sunken game house – now a wine cellar – to the woodland beyond. The bedroom, separate full sitting room, and two bathrooms feature classic depictions of the evocative Canterbury landscape as well as Otahuna’s historic past. The decorative scheme reminiscent of the Arts and Crafts period features dark wood, original fireplace tiles and classic furniture. The butler never had it so good. Clarke Suite Named for the Lady of the House, Jessie Clark, the Clark Suite looks east over the treetops to the Port Hills. The soft yellows and blues of this classic suite draw their inspiration from the expansive stained glass windows, tiled fireplace and traditional English country ambience of the estate. After a day of exploring Canterbury, the Clark suite is an ideal place to relax, either in front of the fire or in the spa tub. The paintings of nearby Akaroa harbour will inspire one to see what lies just beyond the hill outside the window. Garret Suite Perched at the top of the house, this eyrie invokes Heaton Rhodes’ passion for the great outdoors. Writers may draw inspiration from the desk which looks out across eaves and gables to the treetops, while the views from the sitting area extend all the way across the province to the mountains. Fishing and hunting memorabilia line the warm, wood-panelled walls and an eclectic collection of antiques and mementos will convince one that there is such a thing as a luxury attic. Polo Suite So named for the tradition of the game at Otahuna, the Polo Suite occupies a sunny position at the front of the house overlooking a courtyard on one side and the great lawn on the other. Heaton played regularly on the lawn, which had to be mown by horses wearing special leather shoes. The classic leathers, houndstooth fabrics and oak furniture of the suite provide the perfect inspiration to plan one’s own horseback adventures from the comfort of a deep double-ended bathtub. Or settled in by one of the suite’s two fireplaces with a good book from the Otahuna library. 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	All tariffs are quoted in New Zealand dollars per person. Daily tariffs include a 5-course degustation dinner with wine pairings to accompany each course, pre-dinner drinks with canapés, continental and/or full cooked breakfast and full use of Lodge facilities and equipment. Rates are exclusive of New Zealand GST (12.5%). Rates 1st May 2010 - 30th September 2010 The Rhodes & Verandah Suites: Double occupancy, per person - $800 Single Occupancy - $1,350 The Botanical Suite, Butler Suite, Clark Suite, Garret Suite & Polo Suite : Double occupancy, per person - $550 Single Occupancy - $850 Rates 1st October 2010 - 30th April 2011 The Rhodes & Verandah Suites: Double occupancy, per person - $1,050 Single Occupancy - $1,850 The Botanical Suite, Butler Suite, Clark Suite, Garret Suite & Polo Suite : Double occupancy, per person - $800 Single Occupancy - $1,350 Rates 1st May 2011 - 30th September 2011 The Rhodes & Verandah Suites: Double occupancy, per person - $800 Single Occupancy - $1,350 The Botanical Suite, Butler Suite, Clark Suite, Garret Suite & Polo Suite : Double occupancy, per person - $550 Single Occupancy - $850 [ click for currency converter ]

	Rooms could include the following King double bed Linen provided Fireplace French doors opening to the outside En-suite bathroom Your Ensuite will include the following A spa bath Toiletries Hairdryer Other amenities / services include Breakfast available Outdoor tables and chairs Mountain bikes available Swimming pool Extensive park-like grounds Fireplace Library Beauty therapist available An outdoor spa pool Books / Library Parking Gymnasium

	Croquet Croquet has always been a favorite pastime of the aristocracy in the British colonies and a game can still be enjoyed at Otahuna Lodge. At teatime, it is not uncommon to find guests out on the lawn with a glass of New Zealand wine in one hand and a croquet mallet in the other. Petanque is also available. Cycling Otahuna Lodge offers complimentary use of Marin mountain bikes fitted with road tyres which are ideal for biking around the estate and exploring dappled country lanes. Routes are available to suit a range of experience levels. A leisurely jaunt may take guests a few kilometres to a local café, while the Port Hills will challenge even the most experienced mountain bikers. Gymnasium The exercise room is located in the historic laundry rooms of the estate. The gym offers free weights, a stationary bicycle, an elliptical machine and a rowing machine. Maps are also available for jogging and walking through the local countryside. Massage After a busy day exploring Canterbury, guests may enjoy the benefits of luxury accommodation by indulging in a relaxing or therapeutic massage. Therapists provide a range of treatments, styles and pressures to accommodate a wide variety of preferences. Swimming Pool A dip in the swimming pool will provide cool relief from Canterbury’s warm summer breezes. The swimming pool is heated from October to the end of April and is maintained at a constant 25°C (78°F). The outdoor spa pool is heated to 38°C (101F°) year round and is a magical spot from which to star-gaze or contemplate the hills. Tennis Otahuna has its own hard-surface tennis court and provides complimentary use of racquets and balls. Staff can book professional coaches to give lessons on-site.

 

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