Louise is the director of Unique Stays & Experiences. www.uniquestays.co.nz. One of her favourite places and properties is Hapuku Lodge + Treehouses, Kaikōura, New Zealand
Hapuku Lodge + Treehouses is a contemporary country lodge just a few km’s north of the eco-marine town, Kaikōura.
Guests can settle into one of the five lush free-standing Treehouses. The Lodge itself houses one lodge room and three suites, along with the splendidly adorned Olive House, Hapuku’s version of an owner’s cottage. All rooms feature individual fireplaces, custom-designed furniture, tailor-made beds and mattresses, spacious bathrooms with heated floors and large soaking tubs.
Included is an exquisite dining experience with a three course dinner and à la carte breakfast. Onsite guests can enjoy the in-house spa, sauna, jacuzzi, solar heated lap pool and gymnasium. Key Activities: Kaikōura is a Marine Serengeti known for it’s seafood, walking trails, cycling and marine eco-tourism – specifically for marine mammals.