| Where Luxury harmonizes with nature. The 2400-acre Estate offers breathtaking scenery, stunning geology and unique natural rock sculptures, an acclaimed guided 4WD safari tour and adventurous or relaxing activities. Claremont is set on the spectacular Waipara Gorge within an area of outstanding natural beauty, just 45 minutes from Christchurch airport and close to Waipara wineries. At owner-hosted Claremont guests enjoy a warm welcome and total tranquility in lovely surroundings. This, with the ambience and gracious hospitality from a bye-gone era makes historic Claremont intimate and very special. The lodge is furnished in uncluttered elegance. Guests have use of the entire 1866 heritage building, including two guest lounges, shady vine-clad verandas, stone walled terraces and beautiful gardens. They dine on flavourfilled dishes using the finest ingredients - fresh salmon, home-produced lamb or venison, garden-fresh vegetables, organic fruit from Claremont’s orchard or other local produce. Complemented by fine Waipara wines. Accommodation 5 guestrooms are individually themed with sumptuous fabrics, fine antiques and luxurious bathrooms. Also available is separate, beautifully appointed 3- bedroom self-contained family accommodation. Finding your Way 45 minutes North of Christchurch or 90 minutes South of Kaikoura on SH-1. Local Attractions Complimentary to guests staying two nights or more is Claremont’s acclaimed guided 4WD safari tour of the Estate - described by Destinations Magazine as “the most interesting and diverse in NZ – truly breathtaking!” We can arrange: wine tasting, river and sea fishing; hunting; horse trekking; whale watching and more. Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs and Christchurch are all within easy reach. Where Luxury harmonises with nature. The 2400-acre Estate offers breathtaking scenery, stunning geology and unique natural rock sculptures, an acclaimed guided 4WD safari tour and adventurous or relaxing activities. |
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