Category Archives: Activities in Taranaki

The location for hiking is excellent. The tranquility of the lodge and the kindness and benevolence of Samara made our stay exceptional, timeless.

Mickael, France

Such a lovely place to stay! Friendly and very helpful throughout our stay. Breakfast was wonderful. The accommodation complex was clean, tidy, cosy and modern. Loved the scenery and the quiet, listening to the tūīs in the morning was bliss! Noticed many surrounding walks and nearby zoos for...

Catherine and Doug, New Zealand

Our host was friendly and courteous and made us feel at home, a beautiful rainforest retreat and a haven of peace.

Alan, Australia

Stunning location near mountains and the beach in a rain forest. Loved it!

Jeff, Florida

Hidden Treasure. The tranquility and the Tuis in the morning, the special personal touch of the fresh flowers in the room. Beautiful soaps very comfortable and luxurious bed and pillows. There was nothing we didn't like it was perfect .We will return and highly recommend your paradise. The...

Debra, New Zealand

So peaceful surrounded by beautiful bush.Really enjoyed the quiet playing pool ,watching the sunset from the second floor and wandering around on the bush tracks.

Jo, New Zealand

Magnificent seclusion, down 2km of unpaved road and into.tje forest, though its grounds are beautiful. Magnificent property. The charming owner welcomed us and showed us the common areas which a longer stay would have allowed us to use. More than adequate cereal, toast and fruit for breakfast....

Mark, Great Britain

The peace and location, top location Helpful host, in one word fantastic

A.B., Netherlands

Beautiful setting in amongst the rain forest, and very close to Pukeiti Gardens.

Donna, New Zealand

The location was remote and beautiful!!! There were some easy walking paths with lovely sites. The rooms were well appointed, beds extremely comfortable. The common areas are also inviting. Hosts John and Samara were gracious and welcoming.

Wright, USA