This gorgeous five star lodge is set in a tranquil rural setting amidst spectacular scenery, 3km from Twizel, gateway to Aoraki /Mt Cook National Park. It is purpose built as a lodge with specific ecological concerns and is decorated with a blend of contemporary and antique furniture, original artworks and unique artefacts. Matuka Lodge provides a casually elegant and intimate atmosphere.

An outstanding location, personalised service, and the relaxed and elegant atmosphere guarantee an exceptional experience for those fortunate enough to discover the magic that is Matuka Lodge. The stunning location will entrance you and the magic of Matuka Lodge will remain with you always. Matuka Lodge provides complete privacy as the owners live in their own house next door. The Lodge is yours to enjoy with every comfort to ensure your stay is memorable.

• Delicious breakfast
• Large guest lounge and sunroom with spectacular views
• Timber deck extending out over the trout pond
• Complimentary tea / coffee available all day
• Library / TV Den
• Broadband wireless Internet access

Matuka Lodge was designed to take advantage of its north facing aspect to get maximum benefit from the winter sun through passive solar heating. Very little sun enters the lodge during the summer and a breeze off the trout pond keeps the temperature pleasant all summer. The Lodge is a timber frame construction on a concrete slab, clad in Coloursteel and lined with plasterboard. It has double glazing and is fully insulated.

Rooms

There are two types bedrooms both beautifully appointed - a Deluxe King room and a King room. Both rooms have a superking bed (can be made up as twin beds), walk-in wardrobe, large luggage storage, security safe, individual climate control and a glorious mountain view. Ensuite bathrooms have under floor heating, heated towel rail and bath robes; two have a double spa bath. Complimentary tea and coffee are available all day.

Breakfasts

Fresh local produce is served at Matuka Lodge. "Our eggs come from a local farm where the chooks run around in the grass as chooks are supposed to do. We are fortunate to have superb locally farmed salmon which is completely natural, antibiotic and additive free, and is processed at the Twizel Aoraki Smokehouse. The delicious borage (viper's bugloss) honey comes from local bees and we buy the exceptional ham and bacon from free-range Havoc farm at Waimate."