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Lupton Lodge
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| A brand new concept in affordable luxury hosted accommodation for modern travellers. The character of an 1896 historic villa set in picturesque dry-stone walled farmland has been combined with contemporary uncluttered décor, superior ensuite rooms and extensive guest facilities.
Luxurious beds and bathrobes, plunger coffee and DVD players come in all rooms. Indulge in a glass of NZ wine and a game of snooker in the guest lounge before a relaxed restaurant-style dinner on one of the verandas overlooking the pool and sub-tropical gardens.
Lupton Lodge has been designed with privacy and relaxation in mind. Enjoy the abundance of activities available in the local area, or just sit back and unwind. Gourmet à la carte breakfast, wireless internet, 11am check-out and informed travel advice are complimentary.
Only 10mins from Whangarei but a world apart - Glenbervie is 2½ hrs from Auckland and ideally located for exploring Northland. Visit Whangarei Falls, the spectacular Tutukaka Coast or the Bay of Islands. Scuba diving, Zion Wildlife Gardens tours, restaurant reservations can be arranged. Visit our website to book online.
Features & Attractions
- Tranquil rural setting
- Chef-cooked breakfast/dinner
- Large swimming pool
- Young professional hosts
- Tutukaka Coast beaches
- Poor Knights diving
- Whangarei art galleries
- 1 hour to Bay of Islands
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Things To Do
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| 1. Relax at Lupton Lodge - play a game of pool in the guest lounge, wander around the gardens or curl up with a glass of wine and a DVD in your deluxe room.
2. Visit the nearby Whangarei Falls and AH Reed Memorial Kauri Park. Take a 1 hour bush walk or just view the sights.
3. Visit Zion Wildlife Gardens (As seen on TV - The Lion Man).
4. Drive around the Tutukaka Coast and experience the amazing coastline. Walk down to idyllic Whale Bay or stroll along the golden sands of Matapouri Beach before having a meal at one of the many cafes and restaurants available at the Tutukaka Marina.
5. Go scuba diving, snorkelling or kayaking at the Poor Knights Islands - one of the world's top 10 scuba dive locations. Or try Cave Rider - a 2 hour fast boat tour of the Poor Knights Islands. Departures from Tutukaka Marina.
6. Do an art trail including the Craft Quarry, Reyburn House and the Town Basin Galleries
7. Wine & Culinary tour of Northland - start at Longview Estate just south of Whangarei, drive north to Kerikeri to go to Marsden Estate (include lunch) and Cottle Hill wineries. Finish off at Makana Confections to satisfy that sweet tooth before returning to Lupton Lodge for a delicious meal with BYO wine from your journey.
8. Educational - Marsden Point Oil Refinery Visitor Centre and the Whangarei Museum , Heritage Park & Kiwi House.
9. A day of action at the Tutukaka Wild Adventure Company: luge, paint-ball, rock climbing and kayaking.
10. Dolphin spotting and island hopping boat trip in The Bay of Islands
11. Explore the West Coast - Matakohe Kauri Museum, Quad Biking at Baylys Beach, Kai Iwi Lakes and Waipoua Forest.
12. A long one - sand boarding in the Hokianga Harbour, visit New Zealand's oldest and tallest Kauri - Tane Mahuta - twilight picnic then kiwi spotting on a guided night tour of Trounson National Park.
13. Visit nearby beaches, bush walks, waterfalls & gardens - the scenery is fantastic.
14. Golf at one of Whangarei's 5 superb golf courses.
15. Visit Whangarei's Town Basin for lunch and a spot of shopping in the selection of craft and local souvenir shops in an idyllic marina setting.
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Rooms
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|  | Deluxe King B&B
Superior king-size bed with crisp cotton sheets
Veranda, outdoor table & hammock
Ensuite with power shower
TV, DVD player (DVD/CD library available)
Luxurious bathrobes
Plunger coffee, herbal teas and home-made cookies
Toiletries, hair dryer, heated towel rail, iron & ironing board
Gourmet á la carte breakfast cooked by chef Andy or a breakfast hamper to enjoy in your room
| Room Rate
$135-$160.00 (double), seasonal/ $125.00 (single)
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| | Deluxe Queen B&B
Superior queen-size bed with crisp cotton sheets
Ensuite with power shower
TV, DVD player (DVD/CD library available)
Luxurious bath robes
Plunger coffee, herbal teas and home-made cookies
Toiletries, hair dryer, heated towel rail, iron & ironing board
Gourmet á la carte breakfast cooked by chef Andy or a breakfast hamper to enjoy in your room
| Room Rate
$115-$140.00 (double), seasonal/ $99.00 (single)
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| | Queen with Shared Bathroom
Comfortable queen-size bed with crisp cotton sheets
Shared bathroom with bath and shower
TV, DVD player (DVD/CD library available)
Luxurious bath robes
Plunger coffee, herbal teas and home-made cookies
Toiletries and hair dryer
Gourmet á la carte breakfast cooked by chef Andy or a breakfast hamper to enjoy in your room
| Room Rate
$95.00 (double)/$85.00 (single)
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Directions
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| 10mins drive NE of Whangarei. 5.5 km after the Whangarei Falls turnoff on the road towards the Tutukaka Coast.
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