Awakino river lodge



The luxurious Awakino River Lodge is the secluded riverfront retreat that you’ve been dreaming of


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awakino river lodge luxury accommodation



An iconic historic building that captures the spirit of its diverse past, while providing complete luxury and relaxation inside and out, on the banks of Awakino River, near New Plymouth on the West Coast, North Island, New Zealand.


The Coastal hamlet of Awakino is peaceful and picturesque; as soon as you arrive in this remote location, with just fifteen houses and a hotel - you feel worlds apart and ready to slow down and relax.


Ideal for:


Family Reunions, Boutique Self-Contained Accommodation, Special Events, and Birthday Celebrations, Corporate Planning Workshops, Boutique Weddings, and Romantic Getaways.


We are also pet-friendly with both properties being fully fenced.



PRESS



Check out this featured article of the Awakino River Lodge By NZ Life & Leisure magazine.


Taranaki's Mokau River: the perfect place to welcome the whitebait season - stuff.co.nz.


NZ Herald - Awakino, a small coastal town hidden away from the hustle and bustle.


Featured Video - The Awakino River Lodge.



GALLERY



Built-in 1884 as a general store, this iconic building has had a rich history, having been used as a Post office, a Bus depot and tea-room, museum, café and even at one stage had Petrol pumps attached. Awakino River Lodge is now a newly renovated exclusive French provincial style lodge providing boutique accommodation in coastal Taranaki / Waikato, New Zealand.


Awakino River Lodge is now a newly renovated exclusive French provincial style lodge providing boutique accommodation in coastal Taranaki / Waikato, New Zealand.



Awakino River Lodge built-in 1884 as a general store, this iconic building is now a newly renovated country-style lodge.



Homely, comfortable living area.



Rustic kitchen.



Lovely outdoor area for use.



Large living area, to accommodate 2-3 families.



Enjoy a spa in the evening under the stars.



Weber gas BBQ and pizza oven.



Dining area can seat 12.



Enjoy the outdoor cooking facilities.



Birds-eye view of the Awakino township.



26 Pounder caught off Awakino in October, 2020.



50+ people at a guest’s big family birthday.



Check out our restored diesel bowser.



The lodge is nested amongst beautiful gardens, which are alive with birdlife.



Awakino River Lodge is a peaceful retreat, situated on the river reserve.



A 10kg catch of the local delicacy, whitebait.



Plenty of outdoor spaces make for great alfresco dining.



A local catch, smoked to perfection.



The perfect outdoor setting for long dinners into the night.



A normal day on the water at Awakino.



Bush country!



"I asked the owner if there were salt & pepper & tea bags to which he replied, "yes & more". What we found was a whole fully stocked kitchen practically - oils, sauces, herbs...a half bottle of rum in the fridge. Oh well. It must be getting old and it seemed a shame not to partner it with the cokes sitting in there too, we thought. Quite a night. We highly recommend it."



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"Thank you for your awesome hospitality Garry! We always love coming here and staying at your beautiful lodge, relaxing; and really enjoyed our time at the gorgeous cave beach!"



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"We had a great time. Loved the place. Appreciated your hospitality and would come back again. Thanks so much."



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"Magic place! Loved it. ThAnks so much for sharing."



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"Great time with the to be married bride. Loved the Spa, loved the outdoor seating, lovely place!"



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"Fabulous Garry, awesome stay. "



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"Thank you so much Garry for a wonderful short break away from the world in these unusual times. We had a fabulous relaxing time and would love to have a return visit. Cheers!"



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"kia ora garry! girls weekend in the awakino lodge was a true delight! we love the place. THE QUIRKINESS, THE FEEL OF HOME AWAY FROM HOME. A FIRE GOING AND COOKING IN GREAT COMPANY."



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"GREAT SPOT - LOVED THE LODGE"



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"WONDERFUL PLACE TO BASE OURSELVES FOR MY SON, HARRY'S 21ST. SUPER PART OF NZ AND BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED. THANK YOU GARRY"



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"THANK YOU FOR A LOVELY STAY! WHAT AN INTERESTING LODGE. WONDERFUL BOOKS!"



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"A GREAT PLACE. THANKYOU! AMAZING SHOWER AND BATHROOM! GLAD WE TOOK THE BACK ROAD - WHAT A LOVELY PLACE. THANKS"



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"GREAT FACILITIES AND ALL THE STUFF AVAILABLE. WONDERFUL MANY THANKS GARRY!"



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"AN AMAZING PLACE TO STAY! WE LOVED IT. THANKYOU FOR HAVING US, WE WILL RETURN"



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"VERY DELIGHTFUL SURPRISE. A "BEST KEPT SECRET" AT THE HIGHEST ORDER!"



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"A LOVELY AND WONDERFUL PLACE TO STAY. A GOOD TIME HAD BY ALL."



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"WE ALL HAD A WONDERFUL TIME AND HOPEFULLY WILL SEE YOU AGAIN IN 2021. lOVED YOU LODGE AND THE POST OFFICE APARTMENT. BEAUTIFUL GARDENS AND GORGEOUS COLLECTION OF PICTURES AND BOOKS. CHEERS."



NZ 4X4 TREKS



"Thank you for allowing US the privilege to stay at awakino lodge. We had a really peaceful, relaxing time and loved the atmosphere."



Liam - Auckland



"THANKYOU SO WE HAVE HAD A GREAT WEEKEND BOATING, RELAXING, BEERS, AND BBQ. THIS IS SUCH A COMFORTABLE PLACE."



Heather and Bruce. Jenny and Andy. Tanya and Russell.



"WE ALL HAD A LOVELY TIME. HOUSE, KITCHEN AND LIVING AREAS EXCELLENT. AND A PUB NEXT DOOR, WHAT MORE COULD ONE WANT."



Allan and Alannah - Napier



"First time to this part of the country. BEAUTIFUL SPOT, PEACEFUL AND COMFORTABLE. WE WILL BE BACK FOR MORE!."



Jo and Neal - Auckland



"WE ALL LOVED OUR STAY! I HAVE GREAT MEMORIES OF THIS PLACE WHEN IT WAS A SHOP BEFORE RENOVATIONS. BLISS! GREAT WEEKEND OF CELEBRATING AUNTY VANYA'S 70TH BIRTHDAY."



Mackie Whanau



"OUR 3RD TIME STAYING IN THIS BEAUTIFUL PLACE, WE CREATED MORE LOVELY MEMORIES - THANKYOU."



THE LADIES



"OUR FIRST TIME STAYING IN THE AWAKINO AND LOVE IT. RELAXING. WITH gREAT WALKS NEARBY. 3 SISTERS IS A MUST DO! BRILLIANT ACCOMMODATION - SO WARM, QUIET AND WELL STOCKED OF ALL NECESSITIES"



THE MEN



"WE ALL LOVED OUR STAY! I HAVE GREAT MEMORIES OF THIS PLACE WHEN IT WAS A SHOP BEFORE RENOVATIONS. BLISS! GREAT WEEKEND OF CELEBRATING AUNTY VANYA'S 70TH BIRTHDAY."



Mackie Whanau



"HAVE WALKED PAST THE LODGE FOR MANY YEARS AND NEVER STAYED UNTIL NOW. CAME FOR VANYA'S 70TH PARTY AND HAD A WONDERFUL TIME. THE LODGE WAS JUST PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING EVERYONE, EVERYTHING YOU NEEDED. THANKS GARY & ROBIN. THE GARDEN IS JUST LOVELY. I WILL BOOK FOR A FAMILY REUNION IN 2021. THANKS, TRACE."



Tracey Venter



"WHAT A PLACE! WE WILL MOST DEFINITELY BE BACK! HOPEFULLY NEXT TIME WE CATCH A FEW MORE WHITEBAIT!"



Rusty & Sarah Campbell



"AMAZING STAY, HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A RELAXING WEEKEND AWAY."



Willis & Amy Luttrell



AWAKINO RIVER LODGE


+64 21 775 397

Iredale Quay, Awakino, 4376, Waikato

Situated on the Awakino River one hour north of New Plymouth, two hours south of Hamilton and three-and-a-half hours from Auckland it's a haven from city stress and strain.

The local area has classic west coast beaches, fishing, hunting, tramping, a golf course and is world-famous in New Zealand for its whitebait.

At Awakino, you’ll find just 15 houses in the town, a handful of which are permanent residences, plus the hotel for a cold beer and classic kiwi meal, as well as the petrol station two km away for all the essentials.1

Please contact host, Garry Wycherley for any questions.


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