New Zealand's Premier High Country Estate and Luxury Villa Collection

Gaze across the otherworldly blue of a turquoise lake to the tallest towering peaks.

New Zealand's Premier High Country Estate and Luxury Villa Collection

Enjoy comfortable elegance in our luxury villas, with inspiring views and plush decor.

New Zealand's Premier High Country Estate and Luxury Villa Collection

Look up into the velvet darkness of the world’s clearest sky, sparkling with the Southern stars.

New Zealand's Premier High Country Estate and Luxury Villa Collection

Dine on fine cuisine prepared by our private chef from fresh local and seasonal ingredients.

New Zealand's Premier High Country Estate and Luxury Villa Collection

Rest and restore in the peace of nature with our personalised wellness treatments.

New Zealand's Premier High Country Estate and Luxury Villa Collection

Host your next celebration or special event in an elegant, unforgettable setting.

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This is Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand

Even in New Zealand, with its natural marvels and legendary beauty, Aoraki Mount Cook stands apart. The mountain and its region hold deep spiritual meaning for all New Zealanders. There is simply no other place like it.

To journey here is to step into a vast and ancient landscape. The earth beneath your feet began its transformation around 20,000 BC, sculpted and shaped through millennia by the gliding and scraping of immense glaciers.

We felt the special wonder of the place from the moment we selected the site for our Retreat, and it’s infused every experience we share with our guests. The warm, comfortable elegance of our private luxury villas, with their inspiring views and plush finishings. The restorative relaxation of our wellness treatments, and the nourishing cuisine prepared by our chef with fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.

Here, you can rest and reconnect. Look into the universe with a private stargazing experience in our wine cellar observatory, or find peace on a walk in the purity of nature.

Here, your time is your own. Explore the Aoraki Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo region and try a new adventure, or indulge in the quiet and choose to simply be.

Haere mai – we extend a warm welcome, and look forward to your stay.

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From the moment I booked the villa to the time we departed, everything was perfect. Kaye made recommendations for tours and quickly accommodated us when our party grew from 2 to 4. The 2 bedrooms are both the same size, so there is no fighting over who gets the bigger room! Food was abundant and absolutely fresh and delicious throughout the entire stay. We picked out our wine from the wine cellar upon arrival and, the next night, Luke brought up a variety of bottles for us to choose from for dinner that night. We had an absolutely clear sky for stargazing in the observatory, and saw some brilliant stars, along with Saturn. Anna made sure that we had every supplement we needed, including picnic lunch and massages in the private spa. Also, the fireplace was set up to ensure that even fire dummies could get a flame going. We were in absolute heaven, and can honestly say this was the best part of our trip!

Katie S.

Experience

At Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, your time is your own. We invite you to revive your body and spirit with our wellness offerings, enjoy our world-class fine cuisine, explore the region and try a new adventure, and connect with the universe through a stargazing experience in our private observatory. Or, choose to simply relax, and enjoy the peace and beauty of your surroundings.

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Celebrate

Elevate your wedding, special occasion or business event by celebrating at the Retreat. Our breathtaking setting, elegant venues, luxury accommodation and gourmet cuisine allow you to create an unforgettable event with ease.

Weddings

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers the perfect setting for your wedding, with stunning vistas and beautiful indoor spaces to accommodate an intimate elopement or a large gathering.

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Special Occasions

Host your celebration or special event at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. Our venues can accommodate groups small or large, with gourmet catering provided by our chef and culinary team.

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Corporate Events

The Retreat is the ideal destination for your business event, with a range of options to host meetings, incentive travel, conferencing, and exhibitions.

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Upcoming Events at the Retreat

We are continually innovating to bring you fresh, exciting experiences with our special events at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. Purchase your tickets or reserve your spot on our website, and feel free to contact us with any questions.

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