Every last detail required for guest comfort has been carefully considered, from the finest monogrammed bed linen, and feather pillows, to the freshly baked biscuits.
French doors open onto the wooden terrace beyond and all 18 Junior Lodge Suites face the hypnotic deep turquoise green waters of the Waikato River.
Its long journey from Lake Taupo takes it flowing past Huka Lodge to the full force of the famous Huka Falls beyond and then on to the sea. The bathrooms offer every indulgence as well as being spacious and light, with the most decadent deep bath, thirsty towels, heated floors, and twin basins.
Dressing rooms are both large and generous in proportion, with room to truly make yourself at home during your stay.
Families travelling together with children are most welcome at Huka Lodge and you will find your needs are well provided for.
Within the extensive and beautiful grounds guests have use of a swimming pool, spa pools, tennis, croquet and pétanque courts, a library, a study and all the amenities available at the Main Lodge.
The Lodge Suite consists of light, spacious, comfortable rooms.
One with a super-king size bed, which can also be reconfigured into twin beds, and lounge area with writing desk.
There is also a large walk-through dressing room as well as a beautifully detailed en suite bathroom including bath, shower, twin basins and under-floor heating.
Mini-bar, with tea and coffee facilities is also available.
Another connecting room offers a well-appointed lounge, with dining area.
This features a cosy gas fireplace and boasts the same style of en suite bathroom as its companion room.
Both rooms comprising the suite enjoy French doors that open out to an outdoor wooden terrace that spans the front of each room.
From here, guests enjoy views across the lawn to the deep turquoise green, hypnotic waters of the beautiful Waikato River.
The Lodge Suite is surrounded on three sides by natural bush and manicured gardens, with the river beyond.
The Lodge Suite works really well for for families travelling together – the second bedroom can readily be configured for two younger family members to share with single beds and their own bathroom.
Within a 17-acre ‘Garden of National Significance’ guests can enjoy swimming and spa pools, tennis, croquet and pétanque courts.
The Main Lodge offers a library, a study and plenty of places to tuck yourself away and simply relax.
On a flagged stone terrace, looking downstream to Huka Falls on the river, outdoor dining is available for 2 couples at two
separate tables – divine in high summer.
Enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful river, the cosy log fire and dine at an antique table for two tucked into a private
corner of this warm and richly atmospheric room.
Dining with your own personal chef is possible in many areas at the stunning Owner's Cottage – at the dining table, on the
terrace or beside the outdoor private courtyard fireplace for 2-10 guests.
On top of the wine cellar is a small orchard of heirloom crabapple trees, providing a stunning display of blossom come spring.
Here, two outdoor fireplaces, further supplemented by chiminea, you will find two canopied tables that can seat 2-6 guests.
An antique drop-leaf table can be set up for 2-4 guests and
faces an elevated view of the river – private and intimate.
There is a heated swimming pool, where you can relax and get real pleasure.
The specialists provides the opportunity to enjoy a variety of spa-treatments or massages right in your room or at the cottage.
A range of private excursions to showcase the wonderful scenery, bush and natural beauty of Lake Taupo and its environs.
The lake’s attractive pumice sand beaches give it the appearance of an inland ocean and it offers excellent all year round scenic lake cruises and fishing experiences.
Gliding is an exhilarating sport that utilises ‘lift’ sources generously provided by nature. The pleasure and the challenge appeals to people of all ages.
Five-minutes drive from Huka Lodge. The course lies on 450 acres of lush rolling countryside and was developed to meet the rigorous design standards required for world-class championship competition.
The riding trails make their way through native and exotic forests, across gentle streams, through manuka-covered hill sides and open grasslands while offering expansive views of diverse landscapes.
The central North Island offers some of the best hunting in New Zealand. This is available all year round with the possibility of good trophy heads.
A spectacular parachute ride over the stunning background of the Lake Taupo region and the snow-capped volcanoes ends the adventure.
You will see spectacular wildlife, lots of trout and regularly see the endangered native whio whio (blue duck). You can also walk up a stream and jump off the hidden Puketarata waterfall.
HUKA LODGE
271 Huka Falls RdTaupo 3377New Zealand