A very special New Zealand experience, offering fine boutique accommodation in a relaxed environment.

Guests enjoy a stylish semi-contained apartment suite with all of today’s modern comforts as well as some old fashioned ones... homemade cookies, truffles, flowers and fresh seasonal fruit. Each suite opens to a private courtyard garden just a few short steps from the outdoor alpine jacuzzi.

In your suite you will find fine linen, goose-down duvets, thick fluffy towels, bath robes, hand-made soaps and toiletries, television, ironing facilities, hairdryer, fresh garden flowers and home baking. Your semi-contained kitchen has tea and coffee making facilities, and a refrigerator.

The rates include our delicious gourmet breakfast and special surprise treats. Our rates are seasonal. Weekend Treat packages are available at a special rate.

Rippinvale Retreat is nestled in large wooded grounds with 2.5 acres of mature landscaped gardens. Magnificent alpine views are enjoyed from all aspects.

The grounds feature native New Zealand flora, sweeping lawns, an outdoor alpine jacuzzi, a petanque court and lawn tennis.

Therapeutic Swedish Massage is available at Rippinvale Retreat to ease tired and stressed muscles and aid in relaxation.

A fantastic opportunity to experience pristine New Zealand wilderness. John with a lifetime knowledge of this stunning area will guide you on a personalised tour in a comfortable 4WD vehicle.