Overview
Lodge at Hills is an exclusive use luxury lodge located on The Hills private golf course in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Lodge at Hills is a haven where guests are free to unwind, relax and indulge in
experiences not normally accessible. It is an opportunity to meet our
people, soak up the rich art and culture, breathtaking scenery and be
totally pampered by our attentive team.
Set in 500 acres of
pristine pastoral landscape, within a stunning glacial valley surrounded
by snow-capped mountains alongside lake beaches in South Island,
Akahata is a Queenstown haven where guests can truly unwind, relax and
indulge. This exclusive region has captured the eye of many film makers,
photographers and artists for a good reason. During your stay, we
recommend taking a journey to Glenorchy an area also known as "Middle
Earth" that holds some of New Zealand's most sought after scenery.
Accommodation
An
impressive architectural masterpiece, Lodge at Lodge at Hills has extensive
living areas, 6 large suites, art studio, music and media room, wine
cellar dining room and a large, open plan kitchen and dining area.
Its
private grounds feature a heated infinity pool, spa pool, sauna, grass
tennis court, par 3 golf hole, numerous outside dining areas, fire pit
and seating area, outside fireplace, petanque court and extensive
landscaped gardens.
Lodge at Hills is an exclusive use hosted lodge,
offering a bespoke experience for up to 12 guests. Set in 500 acres of
tranquil ambience, in a stunning glacial valley and surrounded
by snow-capped mountains, a stay at The Lodge is guaranteed to be a
holiday of lasting special memories.
Lodge at Hills owners allowed
the architects freedom of expression in their design and they have
ably met the brief to break all boundaries of preconceived ideas and
build a lodge to a standard rarely achieved anywhere in the world. From
the moment guests walk into the grand entrance they are connected
with the surrounding vistas. They are enveloped in the warmth,
space, design and sense of home this unique lodge provides.
From
grand entrances and voids to the intimate nooks, incredible music room
and private sitting rooms in the suites, Lodge at Hills is an architectural
masterpiece. It marries intimacy with scale, ensuring the Lodge fits
into the landscape but provides luxurious living both indoors and out.
The use of unique building materials such as natural zinc
internal and external panels, iron pastedcorton steel panels and
chimneys which form a surreal black patina are stunning
architectural features. This is complimented by expansive
landscaping featuring waves of flowers, wild grasses, trees and
lighting. It has extensive private walkways, sculptures, grass tennis
court, petanque court and a hedge maize. Guests can dine under
flowering cherry trees, or snuggle in front of the fire pit
in an enclosed seating area. The heated swimming pool has water
crashing from level to level. A corton steel box houses the sauna,
shower and changing room.
Each of the six bedroom suites is
individual in its design and luxurious furnishings. The suites have
their own sitting areas (five with a gas fire), en-suite with soak tub
and picture perfect views.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Bedroom 1- Master
King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone rain shower &
bathtub, Dual vanity, Walk-in closet, Dressing area, Fireplace, Lounge
area, Television.
Bedroom 2
King size bed, Ensuite
bathroom with stand-alone rain shower & bathtub, Walk-in closet,
Fireplace, Lounge area, Kitchenette, Television.
Bedroom 3
King
size bed, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone rain shower & bathtub,
Walk-in closet, Fireplace, Lounge area, Kitchenette, Television.
Bedroom 4
King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone rain shower & bathtub, Fireplace, Lounge area, Kitchenette, Television.
Bedroom 5
Queen size bed, Shared access to Hall bathroom with stand-alone rain shower, Walk-in closet, Fireplace, Lounge area, Television.
Bedroom 6
2 Twin size beds, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone rain shower & bathtub, Fireplace, Kitchenette, Television.
Comfort & Amenities
| Confort | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Bed linen |
Centralized A/C |
Open Fire |
Toiletries |
|
Towels |
| Equipments | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Blender |
Coffeemaker |
dishwasher |
Dryer |
|
Full Kitchen |
Hair dryer |
Iron/ironing board |
Juicer |
|
Microwave |
Oven |
Washer |
Wet bar |
|
Wine cellar |
| High-Tech | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Home Cinema |
Movie theater |
Satellite TV |
Stereo |
|
TV |
Wi-Fi access |
| Outdoor | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
BBQ |
Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Garden |
|
Heated pool |
Outdoor dining |
Outdoor furniture |
Parking |
|
Pizza hoven |
Sauna |
| Security | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Safe |
| Services | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
All meals |
Cocktail on arrival |
| Services extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Activities and excursions |
All meals |
Cost of food and beverages |
| Sport & leisure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Golf |
Petanque equipment |
Private court |
Sauna |
|
Tennis lesson |
| Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Concierge |
Gardener |
Maid Service |
Pool Attendant |
|
Villa Manager |
| Staff extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Chef |
Staff & Services
One of the greatest advantages of staying in Lodge at Hills is the personalised service provided by dedicated staff.
Lodge
at Hills staff have been professionally trained and will do their
utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.
Manager
Your
villa manager and staff provide you with a dedicated and highly
personalised concierge service during your stay. Private transfers and
other in-resort activities can all be organised via our team.
Concierge
From
your first phone call right through until you get back home we're on
hand to help with all aspects of your trip. We can assist with standard
services from spa treatments and restaurant reservations right through
to more challenging and unique requests. You'll also have access to
local support in your destination for on the spot help.
Housekeeping Staff
There are luxury toiletries in all of the bathrooms.
Private Chef
Akahata
chef is an integral part of our Lodge experience. Our food is
innovative, fresh, inspiring and tailored daily to meet guests
individual requirements - dining is gourmet but informal!
The cuisine
is inspired by locally sourced seasonal food and wine. The flexibility
of Chef's service and diversity of dining options, ensures living in the
lodge is an experience in itself. Guests may spend time with Chef in
the kitchen, enjoying a glass of wine while he cooks and may participate
in a master class or two!!
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and canapés are included in the guest tariff.
Pool
Heated infinity swimming pool.
Location
Queenstown
is a four-season resort nestled at the base of the magnificent
Southern Alps Mountain Range. It is situated on the shores of Lake
Wakatipu, surrounded by towering mountains and meandering rivers. This
truly international resort offers a diverse range of outdoor activities,
unique experiences and fine dining. Lodge at The Hills is situated 20
minutesfrom the centre of Queenstown and 5 minutes from beautiful,
historic Arrowtown
Points of Interest
- 13.3 miles to Main Street, shops, restaurants and nightlife
- 12.6 miles to Wakatipu Yacht Club
Golf Access
- Private par 3 Hole Access to The Hills Golf Course
- 19.5 miles to The Remarkables Ski Area
- 17 miles to Coronet Peak Ski Area
- 9.3 miles to Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
Activities
Lodge at Hills
is perfectly positioned to take advantage of what our region has
to offe . Your lodge concierge is available to arrange bespoke
experiences before and during your stay with us. From pure and
pristine World Heritage National Parks to award winning
wineries and a thriving and creative food scene, the South Island of
New Zealand offe s the opportunity to create your own unique bucket
list...
Examples of activities within reach of the lodge are: Glacier
and mountain landings, skiing the Tasman Glacier, numerous "Great
Walks" such as the Milford and Routebourn tracks and private property
guided walks; day or overnight trips to remote huts, backcountry
stations and unspoilt forests; guided fly fishing in secret
locations; Milford and Doubtful Sound experiences including
catching and cooking lobster, cod or abalone; scenic flights and
landings to areas only accessible from the air; ice driving, race track
time trials or self drive jet boat sprinting; one on one with the wine
makers and vertical tastings at local wineries such as Akarua,
Amisfield, Carrick and Felton Road; private master class with talented
and award winning chefs at the lodge or in restaurants; turn your stay
into a yoga and health retreat experience with expert instructors and
motivators, tailored nutrition and activities....
The potential is
enormous and the list is endless ? from adrenalin charged track racing
and heliskiing to yoga poses and watercolour painting lessons ? it is
all here!Lodge at The Hills partners with other exclusive use
villas and lodges in New Zealand to provide complete New Zealand
experiences if required.
*additional charges apply for activities.
Golf
Lodge at Hills is located on The Hills private golf course, home to the New Zealand
Open a cornerstone event on the PGA Tour of Australasia.
Measuring
over 7000 yards, its thoughtful design provides a challenging and
rewarding experience for golfers of all abilities. Each hole uniquely
highlights the dramatic elevations of the area with no parallel
fairways. The private course offers exclusivity with less than 200
members. There is no need to be tied to booked tee times, or indeed,
order of holes played!
Guests at Akahata have the opportunity to play at The Hills. Bookings can be made at The Hills Clubhouse.
There is also a private par 3 hole adjacent to Akahata for the exclusive use of Akahata guests.
Services included
Rates include accommodation for up to 12 adults in 6 suites including board. Also included is a staff for the entire stay.
The above rates include
- Champagne & canapés on arrival
- Meet & greet by the Lodge team
- Daily Private Chef
- Daily Lodge Host
- Daily servicing
- Night Porter
- Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner
- A selection of New Zealand wines & craft beers
- Cellar selection available on request
- In-room amenities
- On call concierge service
- Use of on property golf cart
- Access to The Hills Clubhouse & gym*
- Private par 3 golf hole
Extra cost (advance notice may be required)
- Cook
- Airport transfer
- Villa pre-stocking
- Activities and excursions
- Grocery shopping services
- Housekeeping
Additional Notes
Art and Sculture experience
Akahata
boasts a stunning collection of paintings and sculpture curated by Sir
Michael and Lady Christine for their own and their guests' enjoyment.
There
is also the world renowned private sculpture park as part of The Hills
golf course with works by New Zealand and international artists. Guests
of Akahata are invited to enjoy the Sculpture Park whilst they play golf
or at their leisure.
The Food & Wine Experience
The
lodge has its own private chef dining is gourmet but informal! The
cuisine is inspired by locally sourced seasonal food and wine. The
flexibility of Chef's service ensures living in the lodge is an
experience in itself. Guests may spend time with the Chef in the
kitchen, enjoying a glass of wine while he cooks and may
participate in a master class or two!! Breakfast, lunch, dinner,
afternoon tea and canapés are included in the guest tariff. Guests may
wish to have lunch prepared as a picnic, or dinner left for them to
assemble and serve their leisure. Alternatively, guests may choose
to self cater. A complimentary selection of wine and beverages are
provided or guests may choose to purchase from the thoughtfully curated
Hills Cellar.
Music & media room
The media room
with its sensational speakers and furnishings reminiscent of an art
installation makes an unforgettable place to enjoy a movie.
The Hills Clubhouse
The
Hills award winning Clubhouse is also an architectural statement.
It was designed by New Zealand architect Andrew Patterson, who
exceeded in meeting the brief of a building that needed to be
totally in harmony with the landscape, with a presence of
religious proportions that would stop people in their tracks,
polished off by functioning flawlessly. The Clubhouse won the New
Zealand Institute of Architects Supreme Award in 2008 and was
also a finalist in the World Architecture Festival in the same year.
Guests of Akahata are free to use the club house facilities at
any time during their stay*.
*There may be times when the Clubhouse is closed due to a private function, access is therefore subject to availability.
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