Locals’ Winter Special
Experience it all this winter, with 30% off. Stay in a luxurious private villa and discover grand mountain landscapes, gourmet dining and world-class star-gazing.

Package Details

This is your invitation to indulge in a luxurious mountain retreat. Just for winter, we’re offering generous rates to our New Zealand and returning international guests. Come and experience stunning landscapes, Michelin-quality dining and the unparalleled skyscape of the Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve. Our luxury villas give you the option of lakeside views over Lake Pukaki to Aoraki Mount Cook, or up to the magnificent Ben Ohau ranges. All villas feature luxurious interiors, open fireplaces and private outdoor hot tubs filled by the estate’s fresh artesian water. Offer only available from 1st July – 30th September 2024.

Package Price Per Night:

Moraine Villa – $1,995 – for 4 people. $1,495 – for 2 people. Lakeview Villa: Puaka $2,400 – for 4 people. Ashley Mackenzie $2,750 – for 4 people.  Please note: prices as listed above are valid for 1-night stays, except min 2-night stays on Saturdays.

Package Inclusions

  • Accommodation in one of the Retreat’s luxury villas, enjoying exclusive use of your selected villa
  • Beautiful mountain or lake views
  • Drawing room with open fire
  • Three-course meal each night prepared by our chef and delivered to your villa
  • Gourmet breakfast provisions delivered to you each morning
  • A bottle of sparkling New Zealand wine on your arrival
  • Private outdoor hot tub filled with artesian water
  • En-suite bathroom
  • On the estate you will have use of the tennis court, petanque and walking tracks

Ready to book? Please email reservations@mtcookretreat.nz or call +64 22 1822197

Terms and Conditions

Payment Policy

A valid credit card is required at the time of booking to secure the booking.

The person making booking must be over 18 years of age.

Unless otherwise stated, a one-night deposit will be charged to your card on booking confirmation.

The balance of your stay is payable on arrival.

We accept payments in New Zealand dollars by MasterCard or Visa, Direct Debit or Cash.

Your credit card payment will be made via WindCave and an invoice / receipt will emailed to the email address you provide.  The WindCave privacy statement can be read here. 

 

Cancellation Policy

As a small lodge with only 4 villas our cancellation policy is rather strict.

Cancellations made up to 30 days prior to arrival will incur a charge of the first night’s accommodation. After that and in the case of a no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Bookings are non-refundable for any unused nights.

If you are unable to travel to the Retreat because of Government COVID19 restrictions, we are happy to postpone your stay and transfer your deposit to another date or booking.

We highly recommend that all guests purchase travel insurance to guard against these charges.

 

Child Policy

Children are welcome at the Retreat, please be aware the Retreat is a rural environment with natural tarns and ponds, cliffs and forested areas.

 

Extra beds

Extra beds are available in Moraine Villas at an additional cost per night which includes dinner and breakfast provisions.