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Bed, Bath and Bubbles Retreat

The ultimate romantic hideaway. Immerse yourself in the luxury of our outdoor antique clawfoot bath; pamper yourself with Living Nature’s body indulgence skin care range, explore the 5 acres of river front sub tropical gardens and 150 acre certified organic farm; kayak downstream to a deserted beach – or indulge in the bliss of doing absolutely nothing.

“…..a place of absolute blessed escape…” NZ Herald on Sunday.

Package includes $100 worth of Living Nature skin care products, late check outs and bubbles for the bath and champagne flute.

Cost for a couple:

Midweek 2 night special = $440

Midweek 3 night special = $640

Weekend 2 night special = $500

Weekend 3 night special = $700

Valid from 5th May - 30th September subject to availability on dates.

Package includes

  • 2 night’s boutique accommodation in fully self-contained cottage with fine linen, feather duvets and pillows and Super King or King bed
  • Bath & Bubbles Pamper Hamper including bottle of bubbles, aromatherapy candles or bubble bath and $100 worth of Living Nature product including ‘body indulgence’ boxed set
  • Outdoor antique clawfoot bath (with piped hot water)
  • 5 acres of secluded river front sub tropical gardens
  • 150 acres of organic pasture, native bush and walkways bordering the Takou River
  • Free Use of kayaks & fishing rods
  • Complimentary fresh flowers and magazines in your cottage
  • Aromatherapy oil and burner to use
  • Gourmet organic tea and coffee in your cottage

Choose from Magic Cottage - the ultimate romantic retreat, voted one of the Top Ten Luxury Lodges in New Zealand by XtraMSN; or Takou River Cottages – stylish, contemporary 2 bedroom cottages, built with environmental sensitivity and set amidst stunning gardens, a minutes walk from the riverbank.

‘A place of absolute blessed escape’ – Herald on Sunday

“I asked her to marry me and she said “yes” – how cool is that!”

“A birthday, a honeymoon, a truly wonderful time. Many thanks to Anna and everyone else for two days of solitude and discovery. Sunset baths, sunrise coffees and even a swallow nesting outside our front door. Can’t wait to return for our first year anniversary”

 

Gourmet Organic Retreat

Enjoy delicious organic food and experience staying in a stylish eco-friendly retreat without having to forego luxury or comfort. Explore the 5 acres of river front sub tropical gardens, learn more about the native bush restoration project and 150 acre organic beef farm, kayak downriver to deserted sandy beaches, lie back and relax in one of our al fresco antique claw foot baths – or indulge in the luxury of doing absolutely nothing.

Package includes luxury organic food hamper worth over $150

Voted one of the top ten lodges in NZ by XtraMSN, this is an indulgent getaway with a conscience.

“…..a place of absolute blessed escape…” NZ Herald on Sunday.

Cost per couple

Midweek 2 night special = $530

Midweek 3 night special = $700

Weekend 2 night special = $590

Weekend 3 night special = $760


Package includes

  • 2 nights boutique accommodation in fully self-contained cottage with fine linen, feather duvets and Super King or King beds
  • Free use of kayaks and fishing rods
  • Outdoor antique claw-foot bath
  • 5 acres of secluded river-front sub tropical gardens
  • 150 acres of certified organic pasture, native bush and walkways bordering the Takou River
  • Complimentary fresh flowers and magazines in your cottage
  • Gourmet organic tea and coffee in your cottage
  • Guided walk around native restoration project, organic farm and newly built ‘grid free’ eco home (optional)

Organic Luxury Food Hamper containing (subject to availability):

  • Organic Beef Pack (certified organic beef reared on our certified organic farm at Takou River)
  • Mahoe Cheese
  • Organic crackers
  • Organic chips and dips
  • Kerikeri Tea
  • Organic/local coffee
  • Organic chocolate
  • Organic/local fruit juice
  • Organic deluxe muesli
  • Organic yoghurt
  • Organic milk
  • Bottle of local wine

 

Sustainability in Practice

Learn more about the construction and running of this eco-friendly boutique accommodation, native tree planting schemes and the 150 acre organically certified (OFNZ/FNOG) beef farm – and taste some of this produce in the luxury organic food hamper.

Owner operators Ian and Anna Sizer have developed an environmental strategy and implement sustainable tourism practices that reflect their long-held commitment to preserving and enhancing their local environment. A number of environmental initiatives aim to improve their guests' enjoyment while giving them the peace of mind that they are leaving a minimal footprint on their environment and enhancing the community in which they live.

“As New Zealanders it is wonderful to share the vision of Ian and Anna for Takou River Lodge and the surrounding land…so often living in NZ we take our natural beauty for granted and yet how often do we aspire to enhancing our environment as Ian and Anna are doing. Wonderful hosts and a very special place on the planet..” Quote from guest book, summer 08

Choose from Magic Cottage - the ultimate romantic retreat, voted one of the Top Ten Luxury Lodges in New Zealand by XtraMSN; or Takou River Cottages – stylish, spacious contemporary 2 bedroom cottages, built with environmental sensitivity and set amidst stunning gardens, a minutes walk from the riverbank.

 

Golf package with Kauri Cliffs

Treat yourself to a once in a lifetime golfing experience, combined with a stay in a beautiful secluded riverside retreat. Kauri Cliffs, with its breath-taking cliff top vistas, is named by Golf Magazine as one of the top 100 golf courses in the world. Play a round of golf and then stay at the boutique Magic Cottages only 20 minutes away. Explore the 5 acres of river-front sub tropical gardens, kayak downriver to deserted sandy beaches, lie back and relax in one of our luxurious al fresco antique claw foot baths – or relax and relive those glorious golfing moments.

Package includes round of golf for 2 people at Kauri Cliffs

Voted one of the top ten lodges in NZ by XtraMSN “…..a place of absolute blessed escape…” NZ Herald on Sunday.

Cost per couple (includes a round of golf per person)

Midweek 2 night special = $736 (NZ Residents only eligible for this NZGA Affiliated Green Fee). Price for non-NZ Residents $940

Midweek 3 night special = $920 (or $1120 for non-NZ Residents)

Weekend 2 night special = $800 (or $1020 for non-NZ Residents)

Weekend 3 night special = $1000 (or $1200 for non-NZ Residents)

Package includes

  • 2 nights boutique accommodation in fully self-contained cottage with fine linen, feather duvets and Super King or King beds
  • Round of golf for 2 people at Kauri Cliffs Golf Course
  • Free use of kayaks and fishing rods
  • Outdoor antique claw-foot bath
  • 5 acres of secluded river front sub tropical gardens
  • 150 acres of certified organic pasture, native bush and walkways bordering the Takou River
  • Complimentary fresh flowers and magazines in your cottage
  • Gourmet organic tea and coffee in your cottage

As the crow flies, Magic Cottages is a stone’s throw from Kauri Cliffs golf course – they even share the same beach. Only a short and scenic 20 minute drive along the Matauri Loop tourist route, it is probably the closest boutique accommodation to the course.

Choose from Magic Cottage - the ultimate romantic retreat, voted one of the Top Ten Luxury Lodges in New Zealand by XtraMSN; or Takou River Cottages – stylish, contemporary 2 bedroom cottages, built with environmental sensitivity and set amidst stunning gardens, a minutes walk from the riverbank.

 

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