This lodge is the absolute best place of more than a dozen we stayed on our 3 week trip to New Zealand. The vineyard setting was superb, as were the hosts Heather and John. The lodge is contemporary with earthy and natural accents and has been featured in many design and travel magazines. Every detail has been considered in the... more

My wife and I went to Takatu for two nights and wanted to stay longer, like a week longer. The location, facilities, owners and of course the wine are absolutely top notch. My wife and I went to New Zealand for a long weekend (from Sydney) and had no idea where to go but after some advice from the staff... more

My husband and I wanted a romantic getaway for our honeymoon and Takatu was incredible, exactly what we were looking for. If you want to be surrounded by gorgeous vines, close to untouched beaches, near to fantastic food and wine in 5 star accomodation then this is your place. Worth every penny!! Heather was an incredible host......Excellent in every way.... more

A piece of heaven on earth run by a truly professional couple who leave no stone unturned in order to provide an exceptional experience. Heather Forsman is the ultimate hostess and chef par excellence - her breakfasts set us up for the day! The accommodation is on a par with anything we have seen anywhere in the world - set... more

To get to Takatu Lodge, you drive through one of New Zealand's up and coming wine areas on the North island. It's only a couple of hours drive north of Auckland, but Matakana seems like a completely different world. When you step through the front door of the Takatu Lodge, you think you've arrived on the set of a magazine... more