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New Zealand’s Best Retreats: Where the menu is as important as the mantra

This excellent article from Cuisine Magazine lists Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat as one of New Zealand’s finest luxury retreats.

“…there’s a lot more than mountain views to nourish you at this restorative destination. All three villas have luxurious European-inspired interiors, open fireplaces and private outdoor hot tubs. There are massages and yoga and the icing on the cake is the on-site observatory. This area is part of The Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve and guests can enjoy the beauty of a resplendent sky teeming with star radiance, minus the pollution of street lights or industry.

 

The food here isn’t plant-based cuisine and juices, it’s more about nourishing yourself by celebrating the bounty that is all around – high-country lamb farmed locally, salmon from nearby lakes and rivers, vegetables from the garden – everything made with love by new head chef Paul Bryan and delivered to your room. There are cooking demonstrations available, too.”

Read the full article here.

Absolutely spectacular – would recommend to anyone! What a spectacular experience I had here. I booked a couple of nights R&R just for myself to chill out…..and Ooooh!……what a chill-out I had! I was looked after beautifully by all the wonderful lovely staff, while also enjoying the beautiful privacy and tranquility of the luxury villa (Villa Matariki). I had the most incredibly delicious and nutritious (and plenty of it!) food delivered to my door by the chefs themselves (the lamb was exquisite!). Tom and Rafa are both exceptional chefs and also provide lovely service. They catered for my dairy-free diet better than anywhere I have been before including to-die-for chocolatey treats which I arrived back to after a cycle through part of the stunning Alps 2 Ocean trail. And they bake bread daily for the morning too!

EM2020

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Upcoming Events at the Retreat

Upcoming Events at the Retreat

We are continually innovating to bring you fresh, exciting experiences with our special events at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. Purchase your tickets or reserve your spot on our website, and feel free to contact us with any questions.

Give the gift of time for that experience of a lifetime

Give the gift of time for that experience of a lifetime

Matariki Dawn Celebration and Breakfast

Matariki Dawn Celebration and Breakfast

Date: Friday 14 July 2023

Time: 6am - 8.30am

Stargazing at Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory

Stargazing at Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory

Date: Click Here to reserve your date

Time: Summer 9.30pm | Winter 8.00pm

Reserve your Fine Dining Experience at Moraine Lodge

Reserve your Fine Dining Experience at Moraine Lodge

Date: From Wednesday to Sunday - Click here to reserve

Time: 6:30pm

Billion Star Dining

Billion Star Dining

Date: By Arrangement

Time: By Arrangement

Tastes of Nature Cooking Demonstration and Lunch

Tastes of Nature Cooking Demonstration and Lunch

Date: By Arrangement

Time: By Arrangement

Matariki 9 Course Degustation Dinner

Matariki 9 Course Degustation Dinner

Date: 15 July 2023

Time: 6.30pm - 10pm

Celebrating International Yoga Day

Celebrating International Yoga Day

Date: Sunday 25 June 2023

Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm