Rippinvale Retreat

Hanmer Springs premier boutique retreat.

A very special New Zealand experience, offering fine boutique accommodation in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Guests enjoy a stylish semi-contained apartment suite with all of today's modern comforts as well as some old fashioned ones... home-made cookies, truffles, flowers and fresh seasonal fruit. A gourmet breakfast of the freshest home made produce in served in your suite or alfesco.Each suite opens to a private courtyard garden just a few short steps from the outdoor alpine jacuzzi. Set in 2 1/2 acres of landscaped grounds featuring spectacular alpine vistas ,sweeping lawns,lawn tennis, petanque,out door fire pit and shady nooks under old trees..

Rippinvale also offers Swedish massage,day trips into the surrounding alpine wilderness, camera safaris, gourmet picnic hampers and wine trails.

For the serious hunter or fisherman a specialised trip (prior notice is required). Hunting chamois or deer, experience the thrill of the chase and stalk for a trophy or photograph. Each hunt is carefully planned and access to high alpine country is gained by either foot or helicopter.

Fishing - easy access (drive or helicopter) to numerous lakes and rivers provides the serious fisherman with an excellent opportunity to hook the big one! Salmon or Brown trout... Local fishing guides if required.