Matua Gardens Retreat is ideal for couples wanting true
relaxation, intimate celebrations, genuine Kiwi hospitality & a
warm welcome. With just one guest suite discreet service &
privacy is guaranteed.
Having delectable dinners created to suit your palate has been
described as like living the lifestyle of the rich & famous.
From café style platters to 5 course dinners with matched wines Sue
can prepare most dietary requirements with skill & passion.
Much of the food comes straight from the organic garden & is
combined with fabulous local produce.
This peaceful rural setting overlooking Akaroa Harbour is 10
minutes from Akaroa & 75 minutes from CHC.
All tariffs include a range of snacks, beverages, fresh fruit,
local cheese & fabulous breakfast.
Guests delight in the attention to detail. When you book in
you'll be sent a form to choose everything from your favourite
pillows, fragrances, flavours & more.
Room Types Available
Facilities
- Room Service
- Coffee/Tea Facilities
- Internet Access
- Wireless Hotspot
- Bath Tub
- Bathrobes
- Hair Drier
- Iron
- Laundry
- Stereo/CD Player
- Mini Bar
- Concierge Service
- Air Conditioning
- meals available on site
- i-pod/i-phone charger & dock
- touchscreen computer & music
- DVDs
- some exercise equipment (swiss ball
- elastic band
- weights) piano
- outdoor furniture & deck
- spa bath
- private guest lounge
- CD alarm
Hours of Operation
24/7
Directions
SH75 towards Akaroa. After passing through Duvauchelle & heading down the hill to Robinsonns Bay turn left on to Robinsons Bay Valley Rd. At the intersection of Kingstons Hill Rd Robinsons Bay Valley Rd & Tizzards Rd go straight ahead up Kingstons Hills Rd about 120m. Matua Gardens Retreat is on the left.
Methods of Payment
Address:
Matua Gardens Retreat
15 Kingstons Hill Rd
Robinsons Bay
RD 1 7581
Akaroa
Phone:
+64 3 304 8946
Fax:
+64 3 304 8946
Special Features
One suite. Totally private guest lounge/dining with romantic ambience. Extensive collection of contemporary & historic NZ art & books. Model A & Goldwing Sidecar Tours. Dinners available. Late checkout. Owner operated. Garden, bush & streamside setting.
Breakfast Included
Breakfast is a gourmet delight. A skilled cook, Sue makes everything from scratch with only the freshest ingredients much of which is home grown or local. From stunning jams & preserves to free range eggs & home made breads. Menus supplied daily.
Our Location
A peaceful rural setting on Banks Peninsula with minimal traffic. Within easy access to some of the best sightseeing, walking, wildlife, sailing, kayaking, biking, star gazing, relaxing, food & wine, bird watching, bush & marine reserves & tours in NZ.
Views
Matua gardens Retreat has fabulous sea, bush & farmland views from a secluded bush & garden setting. The private deck & veranda & every room of the guest suite, including the bathroom, all have views over the bay & Akaroa Harbour.