Alan Pye Cottage takes every advantage of asuperb location and sits above lush rolling green lawns and manicured gardenson the banks of the Waikato River, where the powerful and hypnotic turquoisegreen waters surge downstream on their way to the Huka Falls.

Built to exacting standards and utilisingthe finest quality heritage materials – cedar, heart timbers, stone and brick,the cottage draws on architectural elements from the 1920s and 1930s withstrong reference to the sophisticated elegance of the English Arts & Craftsmovement. This influence, in a contemporary re-interpretation, clearly pervadesboth the exterior and interior design of the Alan Pye Cottage.

Whilst spacious and faultlessly generous inexecution, the Alan Pye Cottage boasts a cosy and intimate atmosphere duelargely to an extraordinary level of attention to detail, combined with adeliberately eclectic style of furnishing and interior decoration. Rusticantiques overlay with museum-quality Maori antiquities, wonderful paintings andtextiles rich in texture, with the colour palette drawing together stunningcombinations of deep teal, lime and turquoise for moments of bold punctuation.

A magnificent open plan living room, withan open fireplace features a very high ceiling, and dining to take place aswell as relaxing. This room offers decadently comfortable furniture andeverything guests will need to feel this is a true ‘home away from home’.

Floor-to-ceiling opening doors feature onboth sides of the room – facing the river and the infinity style swimming poolon one side and the enclosed courtyard garden and outdoor pavilion, on theother.

Temperature: The climate in New Zealand is determinedstrongly by a marked maritime influence and is temperate. If you are visitingHuka Lodge in our summer months temperatures range from 17°C – thehigh 20s. The autumn months bring spectacular leaf colour and somewhat lowertemperatures 08-15°C. Winter in Taupo brings cold temperatures in the evening,crisp clear days and relatively high sunshine hours 06-12°C. Spring brings ourbeautiful gardens to life, especially the bulbs and temperatures of 10-15°C. With Taupo placed at 350m above sea levelit is invariably dry, whatever the temperature.

LOCATION:

• Huka Lodge is located in Taupo, in thecentral North Island of New Zealand. The central plateau enjoys a gentleclimate, a leisurely pace and spectacular landscape. Snow-capped volcanicmountain peaks, wild tussock, green and lush wilderness, the clear blue watersof lakes and streams. So many features reminiscent of other landscapes andother lands, are all contained within this one area.

• The Lodge’s centrallocation ensures guests are never far from areas of interest. A ten-minutedrive takes them to the township of Taupo, or a one-hour drive to nearbygeothermal Rotorua. A journey through New Zealand from either north or south,will pass through Taupo offering the opportunity to experience superbhospitality at Huka Lodge.

• Auckland Airport – Huka Lodge

  With an approximate 1 hour and 10 minuteflight you will have enough time to enjoy the countryside on your way to HukaLodge or back to Auckland International Airport. Follow New Zealand’s largestriver with great views of the hydro-electric dams, forestry and lush farmlandalong the route.

• Auckland City (Mechanics Bay) – Huka Lodge

  Approx 1 hour 15 minutes flying time withthe same scenic attractions as above, with embarkation from Mechanics Bay,Auckland city.

• Rotorua Airport – Huka Lodge

  An approx 30-minute flying time, followingthe volcanic route, Huka Falls, Waikato River, Wai-o-tapu and Mt.Tarawera.

• Taupo Airport – Huka Lodge

  15 minutes away flying over the town, lakeand river including Huka Falls to land on the Huka Lodge lawn.

• Helicopter transfers to golf courses

  Kauri Cliffs – International standardcoastal course in Northland. Approx. a 2 hour and 10 minute one-way flight.

  Cape Kidnappers – International standardlinks course near Napier. Approx. a 45-minute one-way flight.

  Kinloch Signature Course – The only JackNicklaus course in New Zealand. A 15-minute one-way flight.

ROOM DETAIL:

The Cottage boasts two large and stylishlyappointed suites, with individual fireplaces, en suite bathrooms and generouswalk-through dressing rooms. Both suites are superbly decorated and offer ahighly considered level of comfort.

• Bathrooms

  The bathrooms are beautifully appointedwith twin basins, deep baths, separate showers and heated towel rails. Thefloors are made from limestone and all enjoy under floor heating. Large andgenerous walk-through dressing rooms are adjacent to all of the bathrooms.

• The Kitchen

  A well-equipped kitchen is set up for apersonal chef – guests may choose to stay in or to stroll over to the mainLodge and dine there. Guests at The Alan Pye Cottage have use of all Huka Lodgefacilities and services as a matter of course.

• The Study

  A study is tucked away with desk, plasmaflat-screen television and sound system. This room also has its own separatebathroom and can be readily converted into a single room, should it be requiredto accommodate an accompanying party.

• Outdoor living

  A heated infinity-style swimming pool and aseparate private spa pool have been integrated into the outdoor landscape.There is also a fabulous stone outdoor pavilion within a private courtyardgarden, featuring a magnificent fireplace.

Rates include:

• Pre-dinner drinks and canapés for one hour before dinner everynight.

• Every night a five-course gourmet dinner is presented, there is anew menu created everyday by the Huka Lodge Executive Chef. After dinner,petits-fours and cheeses are also provided.

• Full country breakfast is served everyday – guests can choose from agenerous quantity and variety of delicious dishes.

• Cars will be valet parked at no extra charge.

• Toiletries are provided for your use – shampoo, conditioner, bodylotion, shower gel, shower cap and towelling slippers.

• Free shoe polishing.

• Free WIFI access.

• Use of all Lodge facilities – tennis court, petanque court, croquet court, library, study (with computers), lounges and terraces, as well as swimming and spa pools.

• CHECK IN & OUT: The preferred check-in time is 2.00pm and check-out at 11.00am.

EXPERIENCES:

Working with carefully chosen operators wehave selected a range of experiences that we hope will enhance your stay andadd to your enjoyment of Huka Lodge and its beautiful surroundings.

• Golf

• Fishing

• The Huka Experiences

• Horse riding

• Bespoke Tours

• Kayaking

• Hiking

• Jet Boating

• White water rafting

• Hunting

• Gliding

• Bungy Jumping

• Skydiving

• Biking

• Quad adventures

• Formula Challenge

• Lodge experiences

• Karen Walker’s Route du Bonheur

The price isn't including the tax and service charge.