Te Karaka Lodge in Waikaretu in Waikato is a brand new architecturally designed boutique ten-room Lodge opening in September 2023. The Lodge will target the leisure and corporate retreat market and is fitted out to a high standard in a contemporary farm stay style. Located amongst the rolling farmland of Te Karaka Station, the Lodge will offer a high-quality guest experience in a relaxed setting, including a full dining experience, spacious common areas in which to relax and a swim spa and scenic outdoor areas. Exclusive use bookings will be welcomed; however, the Lodge is also open for overnight stays for individuals.
The Lodge will be managed by Aaron & Danielle Geraets, who have moved north following three seasons in senior management roles at the Bay of Many Coves Resort in the Marlborough Sounds. Both Aaron and Danielle have strong management and F&B backgrounds, with Danielle training at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris.
The property has been developed by Weihai Holding Limited, the owners of the beef and sheep farm Te Karaka Station. New Zealand-owned Capstone Hotels and Resorts, trading as Capstone Hotel Management, has been charged with sales and representation support for the Lodge and will be introducing it to the corporate and leisure market. Capstone Hotel Management has properties located throughout New Zealand.
