Grasmere Lodge, New Zealand
Riverview Cottage


Tariff Inclusions

The room tariff at Grasmere Lodge includes pre-dinner cocktail hour, a five-course table d’hôte gourmet dinner , and full cooked or continental breakfast. Every guest room at Grasmere Lodge has a king bed or two single beds, two armchairs and a coffee table, CD player, minibar, a work desk with a modem plug and chair. Each private patio or deck has two outdoor chairs for enjoying the views and fresh mountain air. A selection of teas, freshly ground coffee, home-baked cookies and sherry is also provided in each room. The tiled ensuite bathrooms feature a jacuzzi bath, separate glass shower, double vanities, thick bathrobes, hairdryer, and nightlight. They have underfloor heating and demisting mirrors. Each room has original artworks inspired by the landscape outside, and is decorated in the rich colours of the tussock-covered hills. Transfers are provided from the TranzAlpine Express train stop at Cass by prior arrangement.


Complimentary Activities:

  • A 4WD sightseeing excursion of the
    property and surrounding district
    (approximate duration 90 minutes),
    weather permitting
  • Heated outdoor swimming pool
  • Internet access
  • Kayaks and a Canadian canoe, ideal for birdwatching and peaceful picnicking
  • Fishing on our lakes and rivers (a licence
    is required, but can be issued at the lodge). Season 1 October to 30 April.
  • Mountain bikes
  • Tennis court and equipment
  • Games and equipment at lodge also
    include petanque (boules), snooker/pool
    table, table-tennis, croquet. Three pianos
    are available for guests’ use.
  • Bush and farm walks of between
    20 minutes and two hours are on-site
    and exclusive to house guests.

Chauffeur / Escort Accommodation

Space permitting, a special rate is available for car driver or escort, for guests with private drivers, etc. Rate: $200 + GST per person for single room in the hotel, two course staff dinner and cooked breakfast, $NZ300 + GST to dine with the guests. Accommodation is also available at the Bealey Hotel, 15km away, ph +64 3 318 9277, fax +64 3 318 9014.




Riverview Cottage

New in 2004, the Riverview Cottage has enormous windows to take full advantage of its sweeping views down the Cass River and across to the Puketeraki Range.

With a full lounge between the two junior suite bedrooms, this can be taken by one couple that enjoys space and privacy, or is perfect for two couples or a family.

The snug has leather armchairs, books, TV with satellite connection and video/DVD player and CD player, to provide a cosy hideaway in front of the double-sided log fireplace in cooler weather.

The Cottage can be booked by only one party at a time.



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State Highway 73 · Cass · Canterbury · Private Bag 55009 · Christchurch · New Zealand
Telephone +64 3 318 8407 · Fax +64 3 318 8263 · E-Mail Retreat@Grasmere.co.nz

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