“We loved the lodge, our suite, the food, the wine and the warm and friendly hospitality – the best of New Zealand”
Rob & Sue – UK
Waipoua Lodge
Luxury accommodation in Northland
Five star Waipoua Lodge is a little piece of luxury etched in history.
Nestled on a ridge overlooking the vast Waipoua Forest – home of the ancient and mighty kauri trees – Waipoua Lodge offers a relaxing retreat from which to explore the beautiful and often undiscovered ancient Kauri Coast of Northland, New Zealand.
With the mixture of yesteryear in the old kauri lodge which houses many museum pieces depicting the history of kauri logging, to the four acres of garden in which to roam and the tranquil bush walk which opens up onto an expanse of pasture and forest … you will be inspired.
Beautiful hot summers and winters spent in the ambience of a warm and cosy fire, Waipoua Lodge is simply an idyllic place at which you could choose to just relax and do nothing at any time of year.
However, the ancient kauri trees are only a short drive away as are bushwalks to rivers and waterfalls, the kiwi inhabited Trounson Kauri Forest, tree planting with the Te Roroa (local Iwi) and not to mention the wild and rugged Maunganui Bluff Beach. A little further away the spectacular and beautiful Hokianga Harbour. There really is so much to discover on the unspoilt Kauri Coast making Waipoua Lodge the perfect 2-3 night stay.
The vast Waipoua Forest is home to the oldest and tallest known kauri trees in the world one of whom dates back to the bronze age! Being in the peaceful presence of these mighty and ancient ‘gods’, who have survived here for thousands of years, is a truly magical and humbling experience.
With a reputation for great hospitality and cuisine, being only 3 hours from Auckland and 2.5 hours from the Bay of Islands, Waipoua Lodge is the perfect luxury west coast destination.
Waipoua Lodge Cooking School
Looking for a relaxing get away from busy Auckland, or perhaps just another good reason to stay with us?
If you have a love of food, cooking, entertaining and simply relaxing then a weekend spent on the Kauri Coast is probably just what you are looking for.
On reading our guest feedback you will see that Waipoua Lodge has an amazing reputation for its cuisine and hospitality. We now offer guests the chance to spend time with Fran at the lodge cooking school, learning some of her trade secrets and sharing her recipes including her signature dish – lemon souffle.
Stay as a couple, or come with a group of friends and make it a truly relaxing and special break to remember, in the ambience of this wonderful historical location and close to the ancient and magnificent kauri trees.
