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Maruia River Retreat
Surrounded by 500 acres of exquisite native beech forests, rugged mountain ranges, gardens, and terraces, the Maruia River Retreat is a vast natural estate nestled alongside the magnificent Maruia River.
The estate showcases its beauty through extensive nature trails across the property. Traversed by five creeks, Maruia River Retreat is home to wild deer, goats, numerous native bird species, and offers some of the best fly fishing New Zealand has to offer.
Accommodation
Master Villa
There are two generous one-bedroom villas, offering a haven of seclusion, cosiness, and relaxation for up to two people per villa. With custom-designed furnishings, cloud-like bedding, and brand-new kitchenettes, guests are welcomed with a sense of home. Each villa features a private balcony with your choice of river and garden views or tree-top forest vistas, and an ensuite spa jacuzzi is included.
Luxe Villa
The Maruia River Retreat Estate is also home to five luxe villas, each accommodating up to two people, offering a cosy, private, and intimate retreat in the heart of the wilderness, with exceptional, unobstructed views of the garden, river, and mountains. Each villa also features a private balcony with river and garden views.

Rooms and Rates Luxe Villa Twin-Share (For two persons) $1550 Luxe Villa Solo $1250 Master Villa Twin-Share (For two persons) $1850 Master Villa Solo $1550

What's included? Deep sleep experience in your private Villa with stunning river, forest, and mountain views, complete with platinum linens, lush robes, and Ashley & Co. bath amenities. Enjoy a three-course dinner on arrival evening and Maruia's signature breakfast the next morning. Experience private forest bathing and relaxation with private 1-hour use of the river hot tub and forest infrared chroma-therapy sauna. Access to the heated magnesium pool, walk through the easy trails within the 500-acre forest and river estate. Check-in at 2 pm. Check out at 11 am.
Getting there
Drive
Just a 2-hour scenic drive from Nelson and 3.5 hours from Christchurch, Maruia River Retreat is the perfect gateway destination for guests wanting to explore the West Coast region and the top of the South Island of New Zealand.
Fly
Private air charters are available from Christchurch, Nelson, Blenheim and Karamea and any of the many local airports in the top of the South Island.
Why Us
The property is located within a unique biodiversity zone, making it a truly exceptional place. The guided walks are nothing short of spectacular, allowing you to breathe in the fresh, vibrant air of the surroundings. Lasse has collaborated closely with local biologists, who have uncovered the fascinating history behind many of the individual trees and plants.
You can immerse yourself in the refreshing river, relax in the jacuzzi under the stars, enjoy a rejuvenating sauna session in the forest—whatever you desire. It’s an all-encompassing experience of true healing.