Experience the Beauty of Autumn
This is your invitation to indulge in a luxurious mountain retreat. Just for autumn, we’re offering a special accommodation package for our New Zealand and international guests. Experience our stunning landscapes, fine dining and the unparalleled skyscape of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Our luxury villas give you the option of lakeside views over Lake Pukaki to New Zealand’s most revered mountain, Aoraki / Mount Cook, or views across the Mackenzie Basin to the magnificent Ben Ohau Range.

Package Details

Experience the Beauty of Autumn

3 nights stay for up to 4 people including a cooking demonstration or two photography experiences

Experience our stunning landscapes, fine dining and the unparalleled skyscape of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Our luxury villas give you the option of lakeside views over Lake Pukaki to New Zealand’s most revered mountain, Aoraki / Mount Cook, or views across the Mackenzie Basin to the magnificent Ben Ohau Range.

Offer only available from 1 April 2025 – 31 May 2025.

 

Moraine Villas

Our two Moraine Villas offer breathtaking views of the Mackenzie Basin and the Ben Ohau Range.

Villa Matariki or Villa Tautoru

$11,965

This includes 3 nights in one of our Moraine Villas for up to 4 people.

 

Lakeside Villas

Our two lakeside villas offer uninterrupted views across the turquoise water of Lake Pukaki and up to Aoraki / Mount Cook. Ashley Mackenzie Villa is our premium villa and also includes the private and exclusive use of Fantail Spa. This consists of a sauna, massage room and exercise room.

Villa Puaka

$16,465

This includes 3 nights for up to 4 people.

Ashley Mackenzie Villa

$18,565

This includes 3 nights for up to 4 people.

Package Inclusions

        • 3 nights for up to 4 people in one of the Retreat’s luxury villas, enjoying exclusive use of your selected villa
        • Beautiful mountain or lake views
        • A cooking demonstration by one of our chefs or two photography experiences by our astrophotographer at dusk and dawn (one onsite and one offsite)
        • Drawing room with open fire
        • Two bedrooms, each with their own ensuite bathroom
        • Choice of villa dining each evening (3-course) or lodge dining (6-course Chef’s Tasting Menu). Please note the Chef’s Tasting Menu is subject to availability
        • Gourmet breakfast delivered to you each morning
        • A bottle of sparkling New Zealand wine on your arrival
        • Private outdoor hot tub filled with artesian water
        • On the estate you will have use of the tennis court, pétanque and walking tracks

Does not apply to existing bookings, may not be used in conjunction with another package. Based on availability.

Ready to book? Please email reservations@mtcookretreat.nz or call +64 22 1822 197

 

Sample Itinerary – From Christchurch

Sample Itinerary – From Queenstown

 

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Terms and Conditions

Payment Policy

A valid credit card is required at the time of booking to secure the booking.

The person making booking must be over 18 years of age.

Unless otherwise stated, a one-night deposit will be charged to your card on booking confirmation.

The balance of your stay is payable on arrival.

We accept payments in New Zealand dollars by MasterCard or Visa, Direct Debit or Cash.

Your credit card payment will be made via WindCave and an invoice / receipt will emailed to the email address you provide.  The WindCave privacy statement can be read here. 

 

Cancellation Policy

As a small lodge with only 4 villas our cancellation policy is rather strict.

Cancellations made up to 30 days prior to arrival will incur a charge of the first night’s accommodation. After that and in the case of a no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Bookings are non-refundable for any unused nights.

If you are unable to travel to the Retreat because of Government COVID19 restrictions, we are happy to postpone your stay and transfer your deposit to another date or booking.

We highly recommend that all guests purchase travel insurance to guard against these charges.

 

Child Policy

Children are welcome at the Retreat, please be aware the Retreat is a rural environment with natural tarns and ponds, cliffs and forested areas.

 

Extra beds

Extra beds are available in Moraine Villas at an additional cost per night which includes dinner and breakfast provisions.