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Staying at MatuaAt Matua Gardens Retreat less is more. Late check outs mean less alarm clock more body clock. Being just over an hour from Christchurch less travel means more time at your destination. Upon making a reservation you are sent the preference form from which you can choose your pillow, music, fragrances and flavours. The experience will be tailored to meet your needs. An extensive range of high quality teas, fresh coffee, a range of snacks, beverages, local cheese, crackers, fresh fruit and home made cookies ensures something for you whatever your food mood. These with port and whisky are included in the tariff. Matua Gardens Retreat offers a variety of experiences. Accommodation, dining, spa treatments, vintage car tours, Victorian afternoon tea, gift packs and other treats can all be combined in unique ways to create a package just for you. All tariffs include an amazing breakfast. A fresh fruit platter with Sue’s muesli, stewed seasonal garden fresh fruits, followed by something from the extensive menu of cooked choices and you may not want to leave. Email Sue to create your perfect experience. |
Matua Gardens Retreat is a boutique, 5 star retreat overlooking Robinsons Bay, Akaroa Harbour.
Offering an inspired combination of luxury accommodation, massage and natural therapies, beautiful fresh food and fabulous scenery it is a haven from the world where you will find “genuine Kiwi hospitality with European standards and flair”. The welcome is warm and friendly, the service discreet and with only one guest suite with private lounge, your privacy is guaranteed.
Any attempt to capture in words the essence of Matua Gardens Retreat is to merely touch upon an atmosphere and setting that only the experience can truly elucidate.
Hosts Sue & Richard create beautiful experiences based on nourishing traditions. By combining options from the dining, spa and preference menus, every guest experiences Matua Gardens Retreat in a unique way.
The suite is semi-self contained and can be fully catered if required. The tariff includes a beautiful breakfast and a range of snacks and beverages.


