Wanaka is one of New Zealand's special places and Riverrun offers a charming and beautifully designed small boutique accommodation from which to discover it. The lodge is set on an escarpment with spectacular views of New Zealand's Southern Alps from every room. Designed by a local architect, the reclaimed timber and beams used in the lodge construction give the guest accommodation and living areas a sense of warmth, intimacy and history. Richly polished jarrah floors extend throughout both lounges, historic wharf timbers and massive railway beams show century old adze work. Handcrafted furniture and original metal balustrades and light fittings have been chosen with care.
Guest accommodation at the lodge is uncluttered, spacious and simply relaxing. The location assures you of calm and privacy and the atmosphere is unstuffy, combining professional service with engaging warmth and hospitality. We can advise you on an active or adventurous stay, a special celebration or idyllic romantic retreat, or you may simply enjoy your surroundings and explore the trails that lead down to the river from the lodge.
LODGE FACILITIES INCLUDE:
- Two ground floor lounges each with roaring log fire and generous seating
- Deep verandahs, all rooms have panoramic mountain views
- Private outdoor cedar hot tub/spa
- Guest tea/coffee making room with guest fridge stocked with complimentary refreshments, fresh fruit and home made cookies
- Complimentary wireless internet and guest computer
- An extensive library of books, movies, music and magazines
- Equipment locker and ski drying room, guest mountain bikes and fishing rods
- Riverrun is fully licensed with an extensive local wine list
- Complimentary evening appetisers served daily
- Delicious breakfasts each morning with buffet and menu selection
- Dinner is available for guests at Riverrun, reservations should be made at the time your accommodation is booked. Our menu is table d'hote, using the best of local and New Zealand sourced ingredients.
ROOM FACILITIES INCLUDE:
- Clutha rooms are larger with super-king or twin beds
- Cardrona rooms have a queen size bed
- All rooms have spacious ensuite bathrooms
- Comfortable and stylish furniture
- Pure cotton bedlinen
- Big wrap waffle robes and extra large bath towels
- New Zealand wool duvets and feather throws
- Selection of feather down and fibrefill pillows
- Herbal soaps and toiletries
- Wireless internet, tv, cd players, tv/video
Food at the lodge is fresh, plentiful and local. Home baked cookies, sparkling water, fruit and fruit juices are always available for refreshment. Breakfasts can be light or indulgent and in the evening our chef provides our guests with some of Wanaka's best dining. We recommend advance reservations at the lodge for dinner to avoid disappointment.
