Whare Aroha: Retreat to Wellness

Name: Whare Aroha: Retreat to Wellness
Address: 1017 Collingwood-Puponga Main Road, Pakawau, nz

Location: 1017 Collingwood-Puponga Main Road, Pakawau, nz

Star Rating: 9.1 Stars

Property Type: Lodges

About this Property

Serene Retreat: Whare Aroha: Retreat to Wellness is a tranquil haven nestled in Pakawau with select units offering dining areas and balconies for a touch of luxury.

Outdoor Oasis: Guests can unwind on the terrace or explore the lush garden, immersing themselves in nature's beauty.

Convenient Location: Situated just 138 km from Nelson Airport, Whare Aroha offers a peaceful escape within reach.

Ready to embark on a revitalizing journey? Book your stay at Whare Aroha: Retreat to Wellness today.

Important Information

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Sauna
Non-smoking throughout
Japanese garden
Beach toys
Accessible train station shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

Vacation Home

This holiday home features a sauna and a fireplace. This spacious holiday home features 4 living rooms, 7 separate bedrooms and 5 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Among the room amenities are a washing machine, a private entrance, a seating area as well as a patio and sea views. The unit has 13 beds and 3 futons.

Max Occupancy: 22 (21 Adults)
- Shower
- Seating Area
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Sauna
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
Deluxe Apartment

This apartment features a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this apartment features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The apartment has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a sofa as well as a terrace with sea views. The unit has 1 bed and 1 futon.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Desk
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Dining area
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
Deluxe Family Room

Guests will have a special experience as the family room features a fireplace. The spacious family room provides a private entrance and a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The family room offers a sofa, a tiled floor and sea views.

Max Occupancy: 8 (8 Adults)
- Shower
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Wardrobe or closet
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
Villa with Sea View

This villa's special feature is the fireplace. This spacious villa consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. The villa is furnished with a desk and a seating area and provides a private entrance, a wardrobe and sea views. The unit offers 4 beds and 6 futons.

Max Occupancy: 16 (10 Adults)
- Shower
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
Deluxe Room

Guests will have a special experience as this double room features a sauna. The spacious double room offers a private entrance, a seating area, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Seating Area
- Private bathroom
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Sauna
- Wardrobe or closet
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
Deluxe Double Studio

The fireplace is a top feature of this studio. This studio has a desk, a patio, sea views and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed and 1 futon.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow

Guest Reviews

Ellen (8/5): Gorgeous homes with incredible views but still in need of some work - Fabulous view + the houses you stay in are gorgeous + good quality builds. Comfortable large bedrooms with lovely stone flooring and woodwork. Very secluded + amazing vista across the sea. Friendly welcome from host. Some more thought into room layout to enjoy the views and a bench or somewhere to sit outside to enjoy a drink. Pictures did not match room description of decking + tables on this sadly. A little out of the way + difficult parking, but access was possible with my awd (4wd not needed). Only 1 other room open with other rooms closed off + not so well maintained at the time. Building work being done when we stayed(not noisy) + I'm sure it will be amazing once all finished!
JOLAN (10/5): -
Robyn (8/5): -
Yibing (6/5): Awesome view - Amazing view Not convenient having to be driven up and down the hills.
Gregor Murbach (10/5): Stunning off-the-beaten track lodge overlooking Golden Bay - Stunning, quiet location overlooking Golden Bay. Rooms are spacious, clean and private. A perfect place to unwind surrounded by nature close to Wharariki Beach. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
Christopher (10/5): Stunning views over Golden Bay - Stunning views over Golden Bay, conveniently located to explore Cape Farewell. Comfortable and spacious cabin with pretty veranda and garden. Very grateful to Alissa who was friendly, helpful and got the fireplace going.
Yun (9/5): spoiled staying - the stunning landscape with the unique breathable earth house!
Tom (10/5): - Perfect Ocean View with ur own little space. The apartment was super clean. Nice big balcony, big bed with a very good mattress (extra blanket if it’s getting cold). We enjoyed it a lot there. The Owner was super friendly and helpful. Would 100% recommend!
Reece (10/5): Best host we meet on our road trip around New Zealand - If you want to experience off an off grid adventure in an amazing remote location this is the place for you
cole (9/5): -
Melinda (10/5): Loved every minute - Friendly, great experience Nothing to complain about
Rodney (8/5): Awesome spot with amazing vistas - Amazing view and loved the vibe It’s a log way out
Katie (10/5): Amazing views! - We came out this way to visit Farewell Spit, so it was pretty special to stay in a place with such amazing views of it! We had a stunning sunrise, and also a moonrise to watch, and the place had everything we needed to cook dinner and enjoy. Our RAV4 had no troubles with the driveway.
Lucie (10/5): - Very cosy place with stunning views. We loved our stay. Great central location for lunch in Tākaka and evening walks at Wharariki Beach. The beautiful hand-built details made it feel very special. 4WD access was not an issue at all, with lifts available anytime, and the uphill walk was a fun bonus workout (my parents (60+) took about 18 minutes, and I did it in 7). Highly recommended!
Joanna (9/5): Blissful - Incredible setting, unbelievable view. A very special feel to the place . Extremely comfortable bed . The very best place to relax Nothing .
Judith (9/5): - Wunderschöne Aussicht. Angenehmer ruhiger Aufenthalt.
Bruno (9/5): Aussergewöhnlich mit etwas schwieriger Anfahrt. - Die Lage und die Cottages sind super. Jay der Besitzer ist sehr aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Er hat uns unten abgeholt und auf der kurvenreichen Zufahrtsstrasse sicher hinaufchauffiert. Die Küchen, Pfannen, Geschirrausstattung ist noch ausbaufähig.
Kalita (10/5): The host was very caring and went above and beyond to make ourstay comfortable - Felt relaxing, views of the mountains and sea and such a nice way to escape from the busy hustle and bustle
Carol (8/5): A good place to sleep! - Kindly and helpful check in and check out . The spacious deluxe room has a wonderful view and the bed is comfy. This is a remote location and a four-wheel-drive is necessary to make it up the driveway. The concierge makes this easy for you and is at your service, but those who prefer a little more independence may not like this aspect of their stay. The accommodations themselves are adequate, but dated.
Rhonda (8/5): Unique place with a stunning view of Golden Bay, quiet, and set amongest bush. - location was very good. access was by owner in a 4 wheel van, as the driveway was steep.
Dorothea (10/5): Exceptional - Its an absolut beautiful place! Very peacefull and nice to calm and slow down for a bit. You can watch the stars from your bed, witch is wonderful and kind of magical. The room has a lot of space and is very cleen. The light is great and just adds to the calm atmosphere. The Owners are very nice. I got a free room-upgrade which was greatly appriciated! I had a great time there and would say it was the best place I have stayed in!
Helen (9/5): Superb -
Amber (8/5): Very good -
Rebecca (9/5): A special place on a mountainside - Location: peaceful, secluded, gorgeous view. Host: Jai could not have been more welcoming and helpful. This is NOT something we didn't like, just something visitors should know. Property is up a rough, long (2km?) drive, so it's best to have 4wd vehicle, but if you don't, you can get a ride up or down any time of day or night!
Chuoyi (10/5): Exceptional -
Joanna (9/5): Great experience in magical place - - view was amazing, the place is really unique and has it's ambience - the host was really nice and caring - great for spiritual relaxation - kind of table or place where you can eat breakfast or dinner in 4 would be helpful
Donavin (10/5): Absolutely amazing! We will 100% be back and have already recommended this to our families - Amazing view! Gorgeous accommodation! Friendly staff and beautiful layout.
Desiree (10/5): Exceptional - Everything was beyond what expected, from the service to location to the facilities. You have a massive bungalow style home with a fireplace, almost a full kitchen, 180° view of the ocean and stars. It's so quiet and in pristine condition with Jai to pick you up to and from the bottom of the hill. I have never experienced anything like this retreat before and it's 110% worth the stay. It's secluded but still close to Wharariki Beach/Abel Tasman National Park, it's everything you could ask for and more. I can't recommend this stay enough.