The peaceful setting of Manawa Ridge Luxury Lodge in the Coromandel Peninsula is the most romantic, relaxing and inspiring luxury accommodation New Zealand has to offer, which is just the way the hosts of Manawa Ridge Luxury Lodge, Willem and Carla van de Veen created it.

Willem and Carla had long held a vision of building an ‘Adobe’ style, luxury retreat set amidst the magical natural beauty of New Zealand. On a coastal walk 19 years ago they fell in love with the hilltop land where Manawa Ridge Luxury Lodge now stands.  Manawa Ridge Luxury Lodge was created over seven years and opened in the summer of 2009. In doing so Manawa Ridge Luxury Lodge has set a new standard in luxury accommodation in New Zealand.  This truly eco friendly accommodation is built entirely from recycled timbers and energy efficient material, reflecting a creative flair and love for the natural surroundings and featuring an artistic balance of old beams, polished manuka, strawbale and mudbrick.

With panoramic views of New Zealand’s most stunning hill country, island and coastal vistas, you can indeed feel like King or Queen of all you survey. To the north west the hamlet of Waihi sits quaintly at the foot of the rugged Coromandel Peninsula and on the south east horizon Mt. Maunganui in the Bay of Plenty appears as if you could reach out and just pluck it to add to your collection of notable landmarks.

Visitors can choose from one of just three luxury accommodation suites, each offering the perfect environment for a romantic getaway, whilst being completely pampered and catered for.

Alternatively, the entire luxury lodge can be booked for special occasions with friends and family or perhaps just to have complete privacy.

Manawa Ridge Luxury Lodge is nestled atop expansive surrounds. Explore the 250 acre property by foot or go horse riding on one of the black Friesian horses. The temperament of this old European breed is calm and dependable. Willem will be pleased to pass on expertise from his many years as a horseman.

If art is your passion, you are welcome to create your own sculpture out of the very workable volcanic rock found in the surrounding Coromandel Peninsula. Our resident artist is Carla who is always on hand to show guests through an artistic session.

The surrounding area is blessed with many natural attractions, beautiful beaches, hills and forest to while away the days.

Await a warm welcome from your hosts Willem & Carla van de Veen.