Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

Deep in New Zealand’s Mackenzie basin, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat rests amid the quiet rustle of trees. A tranquil homestead comprising luxury villas, this is a place crafted for back-to-nature stays, where you can unplug, unwind and reset in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations.

Each villa is exquisitely furnished, with view-framing windows, elegant natural wood and comfortable leather sofas. The Ashley Mackenzie Villa overlooks Lake Pukaki towards Aoraki Mount Cook – and if you can tear your eyes away from the view, you also have private and exclusive use of Fantail Spa. Wake up to a sweeping panorama of the iconic Ben Ohau mountain range from a Moraine Villa – think high ceilings, open fireplaces and your own private outdoor hot tub. Or go big with the Pukaki homestead, with huge open-plan dining and drawing room that comes complete with a baby grand piano. And for those quiet moments, a cosy snug and media room alongside the main space.
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Life here is all about the surroundings – from dramatic night skies to blissfully romantic lakeside views. Days can be spent walking, hiking, foraging and tasting. Play tennis on the private courts and explore the estate – or for the ultimate romantic experience, fly by helicopter to the top of Mount Cook for a picnic served by a private chef. When the sun sets behind the mountains, the sky lights up once again with stars, clear and bright in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.