Beauty of a Bygone EraDestination & Contact

Step into a world where Edwardian elegance meets timeless New Zealand beauty. The grand lodge, perched high on the hillside, offers sweeping views of the ocean and the rolling countryside. Though spacious and sophisticated, the lodge has a warm, intimate charm, making it the perfect place to relax, connect, and experience a gracious way of life.

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Wharekauhau is secluded yet easily accessible. It’s a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Wellington Airport or just a 10-minute helicopter ride along the South Coast. We can arrange a helicopter, private jet charter, personal driver, or rental car to suit your travel needs. If you're arriving from Napier, allow four hours by car, or approximately 5.5 hours if travelling from Taupo. Please contact us for personalised travel arrangements.

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Contact Us

Wharekauhau Country Estate

4132 Wharekauhau Road, RD3 Featherston, Palliser Bay, 5773, New Zealand

T: +64 (0) 6 3077581

Email: reservations@wharekauhau.co.nz