theceomagazine.com | 133MAHU WHENUA
OTAGO, NEW ZEALAND
This vast property covers 550 square kilometres of the
most jaw-dropping scenery that New Zealand has to
offer. From stunning snow-capped mountain peaks, to
glacial valleys, and alpine lakes and rivers, nature’s
beauty surrounds this very special property, which is
the largest conservation undertaking on private land in
New Zealand’s history. The name Mahu Whenua
translates as ‘Healing the land’, and that’s precisely
what the owner is attempting, with an extensive plant
regeneration and bird-breeding program.
Accommodation consists of the Ridgeline
Homestead, with four luxury suites for two, a sprawling
farmhouse kitchen, large open living room with
uninterrupted views, dining room, library, media and
games room. There is also a four-berth family
bunkhouse that can be booked if guests wish to have
exclusive use of the lodge. Staff are on hand to attend
to your every need, and all meals are included.
Highlight For the adventurous, there is an
extensive offering of experiences on-site including
hiking, horse riding, biking, 4WD excursions and
heli-adventures (including heli-skiing). Laidback guests
can enjoy the spa and massage, yoga, nature tours and
lying by the pool.
Tariff Exclusive use of the property for up to 12
guests is NZ$11,500 (US$7,725) per night.
EXPLORE
Ski resort Queenstown is a
60-minute drive away, and is
close to the famous Central
Otago wineries and cellar
doors that are best known
for their velvety pinot noir.
Wanaka is a foodie
haven, with the gorgeous
lakefront home to dozens
of quality restaurants, bars
and cafés. Beer lovers
should head straight to the
Speight’s Alehouse. »