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Updates, Media Coverage and More
Here’s where we share our latest news and inspiration with you, the friends of Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. Don’t forget to keep in touch with us on Facebook and Instagram, or check back here regularly for updates from Kaye, Luke and the team.
COVID19 UPDATE: Our team is now fully vaccinated and will be following the Government mandates regarding vaccination to ensure that you have a safe stay at the Retreat. Once the Government COVID19 Protection Framework comes into operation in late November this means that, to protect the health and safety of our guests and staff, all guests of the Retreat will need to be fully vaccinated or have an approved vaccine waiver.
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Updates, media coverage and more from Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. If you’d like to share your own Retreat content, use the hashtag #mtcookretreat on social media.
Seduced By the South Island
Writer Elisabeth Easther goes on a Kiwi southern odyssey of fine food, luxury accommodation, world-class scenery and adventure galore.
Press Pause
Cuisine Magazine says: There’s a lot more than mountain views to nourish you, at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.
Relax Under the Stars at The Retreat
We’ve been featured in Luxury Travel Magazine as one of the five best authentic experiences in New Zealand.
In the Lap of Luxury
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is featured among New Zealand's finest luxury properties on TVNZ's Lap of Luxury travel programme.
Stargazing and Fine Dining at The Retreat
Celebrate Matariki, Māori New Year, with special dining and stargazing events at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.
Saving the Night Sky: A Dark Sky Nation
The Retreat is proud to be part of New Zealand's bid to become the world's first dark sky nation.
Magnificent Stays in the Mackenzie Country
NewstalkZB’s Mike Yardley praises Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat as "the pinnacle of indulgence.”
Stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie Region
New Zealand Herald writer Jacqui Gibson visits the Retreat and explores stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie region.
Wellness with Wow Factor at The Retreat
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat has been featured as one of New Zealand’s most luxurious spa retreats.
Winter in the Mackenzie Region
Experience the best of winter in the legendary Mackenzie, when you stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.
A Time for Renewal
After a devastating forest fire, we rededicate ourselves to our vision for Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat: A place of rest, wellness and renewal.
A Solo Escape
Our Retreat is the perfect escape, whether for a romantic couple’s getaway or a self-care solo vacation, as one NZ Herald writer discovered.
Down in the Scenic South
OK! Magazine enjoys a getaway from urban life and finds luxury in the pristine wilderness at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.
Filming A Wrinkle in Time
We were privileged to welcome Storm Reid, Oprah and Director Ava DuVernay during filming of A Wrinkle in Time.
To the Lake House
The Retreat is "a luxurious and secluded place where travellers can relax and rejuvenate," according to MiNDFOOD magazine.
Congratulations Adi and Ratna!
We are proud and honoured to be a part of such a special wedding day at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.
Lake Pukaki Among World’s Clearest Waters
Our very own Lake Pukaki has been named among the world’s clearest waters by Condé Nast Traveler.
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