Gisborne’s Getaways

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by Hertz NZ - 24 July 2017

Kick back, relax and let the stresses of your everyday melt away with these gorgeous retreats out of Gisborne:

Haurata High Country Retreat

Sixty-Five kilometres out of Gisborne, the High Country awaits. From a friendly backpacker lodge to a luxurious cabin for two, whatever your preferred accommodation style is you’ll find it here. Equally suited for romantic getaways or family friendly fun, your stay can be as chilled or adventurous as you wish. There’s a wide range of guided walks that include delicious meals, from gentle strolls to strenuous treks, or you can make your own way on a self-guided tour.

The Quarters at Mahia, Hawkes Bay

If ocean views are a must-have for relaxation in your book, then this is going to be a spectacular choice for you and is just an hour out of Gisborne. The absolutely breathtaking vistas sweep from the Mahia Peninsula over Hawkes Bay and have plenty of spectacular drama along with beaches, rocks and caves to explore. You can go on a glowworm trip, a farm tour, fishing or even a pheasant hunting expedition while you’re here, or simply enjoy the view and relax in your cottage.

Rangimarie Beachstay

Anaura Bay has pristine golden sand beaches and these romantic cottages set on three hectares are the perfect setting for a weekend of relaxation. There’s outdoor baths and saunas to enjoy and plenty of nature walks for the more energetically inclined.

Wainui Escape

If you want to be close to all the entertainment Gisborne has to offer, but staying in the centre of town isn’t for you, then Wainui Escape may be just the thing. Just a quick drive out of town, a fully contained luxury house that can sleep up to 10 people in decadent surroundings, this would be perfect for a larger group of family and friends. A fully stocked library, a kitchen fit for a celebrity chef and views of the water and mountains complete the picture.

Knapdale Eco Lodge

Another option not too far out of town, The Knapdale Eco Lodge is a sustainably managed lodge that offers luxury that won’t cost the earth. Offering some unique experiences like a romantic boat ride out on the lake, or a luxury picnic you can fill your time there with delightful interludes to remember.