More to do at Matua

  • Picnic
  • Walks including the 2 or 4 day Bankstrack we’ll drop you off & pick you up when you have finished
  • Gardens
  • Bird watching
  • Photography
  • Reading
  • Painting

It’s fair to say that some couples when staying at Matua don’t want to do anything much at all except relax and spend time together or just wander through our garden, take a rug & a drink & listen to the birds & the stream.

There is much to explore in the area with genteel Coast up Close cruises, galleries, dolphin swimming, restaurants, Barrys Bay Cheese, museums, cafes, kayaking, horse riding & more. See www.akaroa.com

Heading 1: About Matua 

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.

To make a booking enquiry click here or call (64) 03 304 8946 or email sue@matuagardens.co.nz