Stunning boutique historic villa redesigned for privacy and relaxation. Free Wifi and a la carte gourmet breakfast. Nestled in dry-stone walled gardens with swimming pool, extensive guest facilities. Guest lounge with snooker table, library, guest PC and DVD collection. Private dining room with individual tables leading out onto a covered veranda. A restaurant-style dinner menu is available by arrangement.
Each superior ensuite room has individual style and character, contemporary uncomplicated decor, comfortable beds, 100% cotton linen, bathrobes, tea/coffee, TV/DVD, air-conditioning/heat-pumps, 32" Flat screen TVs and satellite Freeview. The rooms are intimate yet spacious with rich wall colours, high ceilings, sash windows and polished Kauri floors.
Conveniently located only 10 mins drive NE of the centre of Whangarei and 10mins from spectacular Tutukaka Coast, 5 mins from Whangarei Falls, 1 hour to Bay of Islands. Enjoy the many local activities, or just sit back and unwind in the tranquillity of Lupton Lodge. 2hrs North of Auckland - ideal for exploring Northland and as your first/last stop in NZ. Poor Knights diving or snorkelling trips, Zion Wildlife Gardens tours, Bay of Islands cruises and restaurant reservations can be arranged by your well-travelled hosts.
Check-in Time: 2:00 PM
Check-out Time: 11:00 AM
Getting there:
From SH1 (from South):
Follow State Highway 1 all the way through Whangarei. After you drive over some railway tracks turn right at the Puna Rere Drive traffic lights (sign posted Tikipunga/Tutukaka Coast). Continue driving straight ahead for 2 minutes, going straight ahead through 2 roundabouts. Lupton Lodge is 6km after the 2nd roundabout (2.5km after Huanui Orchards). We are on the left-hand side and have a white sign. If you see The Orange Market on your left then you have gone 200m too far.
From SH1 (from North):
Follow State Highway 1 towards Whangarei until the first set of traffic lights (Puna Rere Drive) turn left at the traffic lights and continue straight ahead for 2 minutes. Go straight ahead through 2 roundabouts, following signs to the Tutukaka Coast. Lupton Lodge is 6km after the 2nd roundabout (2.5km after Huanui Orchards). We are on the left-hand side and have a white sign. If you see The Orange Market on your left then you have gone 200m too far.
Check-in Procedure:
Please indicate an arrival time on your reservation if possible. You are welcome to arrive on or after 2pm. If you require an earlier check-in time then please contact us directly to check availability prior to booking. The phone number will be displayed on your Confirmation Voucher.
Car parking:
Ample off-street parking is available in the rear courtyard. There is also a dive gear/boat wash-down area.
Child Policy:
Children/infants are welcome by arrangement - please contact us directly prior to booking.