The modern Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato features an outdoor heated spa pool on a wooden deck, overlooking rolling hills.
Waikato

Te Karaka Lodge

Waikato

Te Karaka Lodge

Te Karaka Lodge’s secluded location offers guaranteed privacy making it the ideal choice for discrete retreats and events, intimate weddings and special celebrations.

Located 95km from Auckland in the heart of Waikato farmland on Te Karaka Station, Te Karaka Lodge is a brand new architecturally designed luxury lodge offering the perfect location for those looking to escape into nature surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

Te Karaka Lodge’s convivial and flexible lounge and dining spaces allow for all styles of event from formal to casual. The tastefully fit-out lodge comes with comfortable guestrooms, full-board gourmet private chef options, multiple versatile meeting spaces, and high-speed Starlink internet.

Talk to us about organising the ultimate retreat at our Lodge – from invigorating yoga and soulful meditation, to engaging book, craft, or lively dance workshops.

We invite you to experience the quintessential beauty of rural New Zealand in relaxed luxurious and understated comfort.

Our working farm welcomes guided farm tours and guests will have the opportunity to explore the station and gain an insight into the daily running of this busy sheep and cattle high country farm.

The Lodge facilities include a decadent outdoor heated spa swimming pool, lawn games, and several verandas on which to relax and absorb the sound of native birdsong. Interior spaces include a large lounge and dining area with bar and cosy fireplace for those chillier mornings and evenings. A small meeting room may also be used as a private dining room.

The lodge offers 10 guest rooms for an intimate and hosted experience for groups up to 20 guests. For larger groups, please contact us for further options.

Gallery

The modern, dark-clad Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato with its expansive verandas is nestled in vibrant green rolling hills.
A farmer herds sheep at Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato, a modern luxury farmstay.
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Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato offers a contemporary meeting room with a modern luxury lodge design and expansive rural views.
The modern, architecturally designed dining room at Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato, with a long table set for guests.
A contemporary dining room with a table set for guests at Te Karaka Lodge, a luxury lodge in Waikato.
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The modern Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato features an outdoor heated spa pool on a wooden deck, overlooking rolling hills.
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A woman enjoys the outdoor hot tub at Te Karaka Lodge, Waikato, showcasing its modern luxury farm stay amidst rolling hills at sunset.
Sheep are herded across the rolling hills of Te Karaka Lodge, an architecturally designed luxury farmstay in Waikato.
Architecturally designed Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato provides a luxury rural escape with outdoor glamping tents.
A contemporary and luxurious bedroom at Te Karaka Lodge in Waikato, reflecting its modern farmstay design.
A luxurious contemporary farmstay bedroom at Te Karaka Lodge, Waikato, featuring a large bed with earthy tones and natural textures.
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Spaces

RoomsCocktailDiningTheatreMeeting
Meeting Room 12121212
Dining Room / Lounge 60602020

Reviews

Loren Nicholas

Spectacular wedding venue!We recently had our wedding here and it was the best decision ever! Everything was excellent for our stay- beautiful modern rooms, the facilities (huge spa pool!), not to mention the views...Thank you to Managers Danielle and Aaron, as well as staff Johnny, for their warm and welcoming service and for being so accommodating. Food was out of this world and so beautifully presented - thank you Chef Dom. We can't wait to return someday!

Compass

Came for a writing retreat and was blown away by this beautiful lodge. Detail perfect. Incredible landscape. Marvellous food. Hot pool under the stars. Elegant. Warm. Inviting. Spacious. Lux bedrooms and bathrooms. Spring lambs were a bonus. Just perfect. Big thanks to the wonderful host and staff.

Nat Baker

Absolutely gorgeous venue for a weekend of writing and amazing company with the unstoppable Paula Morris. Highly recommend for a weekend getaway, or intimate wedding, or family gathering. The location is perfect and the food always delicious. A bit of rain while we were there, but still blissful. Can't wait to find another reason to return. Thank you Aaron and team for a memorable experience.

Joice John

Thank you for such an awesome treat and adventure during our farm visit!This was truly one of the best places we’ve ever been to. It was our second visit — the first time as a couple and the second time with our entire family — and both experiences were absolutely unforgettable.The food and dining experience were nothing short of 8-star — every meal was delicious, fresh, and made with so much care. We’ve never been treated so warmly and genuinely before; the hospitality was simply beyond words.We honestly can’t compare this to any five-star facility we’ve visited — this was on a completely different level. The joy and peace we felt after returning home were just amazing.Keep it up, team — you’re creating something truly special! 🌿👏

Accommodation

The lodge offers 10 guest rooms for an intimate and hosted experience for groups up to 20 guests. For larger groups, please contact us for further options.

10

Total guest rooms

master Suite
deluxe suite

Te Karaka Lodge’s secluded location offers guaranteed privacy making it the ideal choice for discrete retreats and events, intimate weddings and special celebrations.

Located 95km from Auckland in the heart of Waikato farmland on Te Karaka Station, Te Karaka Lodge is a brand new architecturally designed luxury lodge offering the perfect location for those looking to escape into nature surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

Te Karaka Lodge’s convivial and flexible lounge and dining spaces allow for all styles of event from formal to casual. The tastefully fit-out lodge comes with comfortable guestrooms, full-board gourmet private chef options, multiple versatile meeting spaces, and high-speed Starlink internet.

Talk to us about organising the ultimate retreat at our Lodge – from invigorating yoga and soulful meditation, to engaging book, craft, or lively dance workshops.

We invite you to experience the quintessential beauty of rural New Zealand in relaxed luxurious and understated comfort.

Our working farm welcomes guided farm tours and guests will have the opportunity to explore the station and gain an insight into the daily running of this busy sheep and cattle high country farm.

The Lodge facilities include a decadent outdoor heated spa swimming pool, lawn games, and several verandas on which to relax and absorb the sound of native birdsong. Interior spaces include a large lounge and dining area with bar and cosy fireplace for those chillier mornings and evenings. A small meeting room may also be used as a private dining room.

The lodge offers 10 guest rooms for an intimate and hosted experience for groups up to 20 guests. For larger groups, please contact us for further options.

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