Wairarapa accommodation

Relax and unwind at the Summit Lodge, much more than just a bed for the night, luxury, purpose built accommodation in Gladstone, the heart of rural Wairarapa. Gourmet breakfasts, home baking and evening meals available on request ($60pp, wine available or BYO). Rated five star, silver by Qualmark and No 1 B&B in Masterton by Trip Advisor.

Surrounded by farmland and rolling hills yet only a short drive to wineries, Greytown, Carterton and Masterton towns; the Summit Lodge is perfect for a city-escape and a great base to explore the Wairarapa – the towns, the coast, the bush, wineries and attractions.

Meet the on-site, friendly alpacas and explore the large, mainly native-planted gardens and enjoy the birdlife and fabulous night skies.

You can eat in or at the local Gladstone Inn (complimentary transport available). Eating in, your hosts have travelled extensively and love food so can turn their hand to Asian meals - Indian, Thai, Vietnamese and European dishes as well as local, seasonal specialities such as slow cooked lamb or succulent steaks. Keto, vegan, lactose-free, GF, vegetarian options available on request.

Choose from two spacious 3 bed apartments and one two bedroom unit. All three apartments are on first floor level serviced by generous stairs and lift. The two larger apartments each have an enclosed carpark. All units have modern ensuites plus separate bathrooms and laundry facilities.

Within walking distance to Queen Elizabeth park, Henley Lake, Aratoi Arts centre, swimming complex , shops and cafes. Short scenic drives to Featherston booktown, Martinborough wine country, historic Greytown, daffodil Carterton.

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge has three guest rooms, all with en-suites in the main house or choose one of our 2 self catering cottages set in our spacious gardens.

A Taste of France is in the main lodge with en-suite. It has a flat screen TV and tea making facilities as well as its own private outdoor terrace overlooking sweetness in spring and Christmas Lillies in summer.

The Morocco Room is a one-room suite n the main lodge with super-king-size bed which can also be split into king singles. Tastefully decorated with bits and pieces from Morocco.

The Little Italy Room is a one-room suite, also in the main lodge with king-size sleigh bed and gorgeous garden view.

The Garden Apartment is a self-contained apartment with private entrance, queen-size bed, bathroom, and galley kitchen.

Pinot Cottage is a newly refurbished self contained cottage in the garden of Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge.

Also available by request, you can reserve the whole Lodge, or even the whole property. Ideal for special functions etc.

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge is run by Rachel Priestley, international chef. For something special ask about a four course table d’hote dinner in the fabulous dining room or book a hands-on cooking class

A brand new Bed and Breakfast with 3 luxurious rooms with a Homestar 9 rating. Come and stay with us and be treated to a wonderful home cooked breakfast with homemade sourdough bread other options. Spend some time watching the stars in the Wairarapa Dark Sky Sanctuary from the warmth of our Hot Tub. Enjoy all the local Wairarapa attractions - wine, food, cycling, shopping, walks, gin, star gazing.

We are very close to the Greytown Rail Trail and Tauherenikau Loop for Walking and Cycling. Martinborough, Featherston, and Carterton are all within a 20 minute drive. Both the Waiohine River and the Tauherenikau River are close by for trout fishing, swimming or river walks.

In the summer our swimming pool is available to guests to use, our hot tub is available all year round. Our garden is currently a work in progress, but guests are also welcome to wander round the garden.

We also offer a Taxi Service for our guests, so you don't have to drive to go see the vineyards or when going out to dinner.