Luxury accommodation in Canterbury New Zealand, at a beautiful country lodge.

Claremont Country Estate is considered to be one of the most spectacular country lodges in New Zealand. It is the ideal sanctuary to relax and unwind after a long haul flight or to prepare for the return, when using Christchurch International airport as the gateway to the South Island.

It is also well suited to a weekend getaway, romantic occasion or for that special event and it is an excellent base from which to explore the region.

The award winning luxury lodge is set in a spectacular and tranquil location within the heart of the Waipara wine region some 70 Kms to the North of the city and is just 45 minutes easy drive from Christchurch airport.

Located close to the stunning Waipara Gorge and surrounded by spectacular mountains, our historic lodge is set in mature grounds with sweeping lawns, enchantingly fragrant rose gardens and towering specimen trees - both native and exotic. Accommodation is within the main lodge and all rooms are elegantly furnished and individually themed. Here you will find an experience that includes luxury accommodation, exceptional comfort, fine food and warm hospitality.

Claremont itself is a 2,400 acre high country livestock station (ranch) operated as working farm with sheep, deer and cattle. It is a destination in its own right with an acclaimed estate tour described by Destinations Magazine as the most interesting and diverse in New Zealand! This enables you to see, on-site, remarkable natural geological features including the fascinating 65 million year old limestone spheres known as “God’s marbles”, the KT-Boundary, the amazing giagantic “Bishop’s Head” natural rock sculpture and the dramatic Waipara Gorge - and much more!

Claremont is also an ideal hub from which to explore Canterbury’s Waipara wine region, take in the stunning scenery of the Alpine Pacific Triangle scenic drive, whale watch at Kaikoura or indulge at the award winning Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa. Fishing, horse riding and golf are other excursions.

Or, you can just simply relax and enjoy the lodge, its grounds and the many walks on the estate.

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