Rugby World Cup 2011 Specials
Free Live Coverage Now Available

You can now escape to Takou River during the Rugby World Cup season and still enjoy the excitement of the games during your stay.

Rugby World Cup 2011 coverage will now be available to those guests who wish to enjoy the games while staying in our normally TV-free cottages. Coverage will be available free for guests staying in The Lodge, River Cottage, Summer Cottage and The Shearers’ Cottage.

Magic Cottage will remain TV-free!

   
 

Rugby World Cup Celebration Package

So why not escape to Takou River and indulge with your own private Rugby World Cup Celebration Package. Be tempted by our delicious gourmet dinner for 2 in the intimacy of your own cottage and available for you to enjoy exactly when it suits you. Featuring the best of New Zealand and Northland’s food and wine!

Let us tempt you…

Antipasto Platter Featuring

Local Northland cheese; delicatessen meat selection; freshly smoked fish pate; olives, chutney, pickle, pesto, vegetable crudities, freshly baked breads & crostini;

Your Choice of Main Course

Scotch/Eye fillet finished to your liking or
Salmon Filet finished Asian style or topped with a fresh herb crust or
Lamb cutlets/lamb racks finished to medium rare served with a roasted garlic aioli or
Cauliflower & Broccoli Gratin - (Blanched & drizzled with rich cheese sauce bake) or
Egg Plant stack - Grilled egg plant, tomato, herbs, topped with fresh mozzarella melt

And your choice of 2 accompanying side dishes

Whole green beans tossed with sun dried tomatoes & olive oil
An assortment of baby potatoes & Peru Peru (Maori Potatoes) drizzled with a chunky herb butter (Warm) or
Baby Peru Peru potatoes salad with creamy dressing (Cold)
Orzo pasta salad - Rozzini pasta, capsicum, red onion, pine nuts olive oil & Seeds
Roasted winter vegetable salad - Eggplant, capsicum, zucchini, red onion, kumara tossed with garlic & herbs

Followed by a choice of deliciously decadent desserts

Platter of seasonal bite sized fruit served with a Mascarpone & passionfruit cream dip
Homemade cheesecake or Pavlova with assorted toppings
Sticky date and walnut pudding with custard & cream
Decadent chocolate brownie drizzled with chocolate ganache

Accompanied by a complimentary bottle of New Zealand wine

Menu options can be tailored to suit individual requirements

2 course option includes either Starter & Main Course or Main Course & Dessert

Cost per couple

Rugby World Cup Celebration Package (2 courses) = $700

Rugby World Cup Celebration Package (3 courses) = $750


Package includes

  • 2 nights boutique accommodation in a fully self-contained cottage with cotton linen, feather duvets, cosy throws and super king or king bed
  • Free Live Rugby World Cup Coverage
  • Complimentary bottle of New Zealand wine
  • Decadent Gourmet Dinner for two (2 or 3 courses) provided in the comfort and privacy of your cottage to enjoy at your leisure
  • Free use of kayaks, canoes and fishing rods with the deserted sandy beaches of Takou Bay a short paddle downstream
  • 5 acres of secluded sub-tropical gardens to wander
  • 150 acres of certified organic pasture, native bush and riverside walkways bordering the Takou River
  • Complimentary toiletries, candles, fresh flowers and magazines in your cottage
  • Your own private alfresco claw foot bath or indoor spa bath

To complete the occasion, why not pamper your partner (and yourself!), with a relaxing and rejuvenating massage from our leading therapist who will visit you in the privacy of your own cottage.

Takou River • New Zealand • +64 (0) 9 407 8065 • stay@takouriver.com

 

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