Accommodation

Kaimata Retreat has been built with timber harvested from the property and architecturally designed to reflect the love of organic harmony that Kyle and Rachel share. Blending in with the environment the lodge is nestled into the hillside overlooking the tidal estuary of Papanui Inlet.

The interior is divided into two buildings, one side comprising of two stylish suites and a guest laundry. The other building has one suite and a large open plan dining, lounge and kitchen area.

The beautiful honey colored macrocarpa beams and stone fireplace create a rustic feeling of home that is enhanced by the stunning views of the ever changing waters and wildlife that surrounds you.

Located on 5 acres of coastal hillside sloping down to the water’s edge, the property has been undergoing a planting programme for the last 5 years, reinstating native flora of this area.

A private path winds to a grassy knoll by the water’s edge and a peaceful sandy cove. Wander along the beach shore or enjoy a glass of wine whilst looking through the clear waters that swirl by. Take out the Kayak or try out the dingy for a gentle row around the bay.

Rooms

The Retreat offers three guest Rooms. Each Room at Kaimata has been named after a visiting native bird, Korimako (Bellbird), Kotare (Kingfisher) and Kahu (Australasian Harrier Hawk). All Rooms are north facing, with an exemplary estuary outlook and deck access.

Our Rooms are intimately sized, with a sitting space and ensuite. All Rooms feature under floor heating, walls lined with wool insulation, luggage store, waffle cotton robes, homemade cookies and tea/coffee facility. Ensuites feature high pressure showers, heated towel rails, mirror demisters, hairdryer and luxury New Zealand marine based toiletries and handmade soap.

Make a reservation for an individual room or for complete ambience book the entire Retreat as an exclusive use Retreat booking.

Korimako Room
The Korimako or Bellbird is the spirit bird of New Zealand’s indigenous Maori people. Acknowledged as the message carrier to and from the gods, the Korimako is a protected endemic bird, renowned for its beautiful bell notes and dawn song.

The Korimako Room accommodates a king-size bed with ensuite. A comfortable sitting area with French doors faces the courtyard. Your deck offers seating for two people.

An additional single bed, sized best for children, can be added to this room upon request. Maximum occupancy x2 adults, x1 child.

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Kotare Room
The Kotare or Kingfisher is a smaller bird with a strong beak and possesses brilliant greenish blue colouring. A protected native bird, you will see the Kotare perching on driftwood and feeding on small crabs before you.

The Kotare Room accommodates a queen size bed and ensuite. The unrestrained view of Papanui Inlet is before you. Your deck has a swinging Pod chair and seating for two people.

Maximum occupancy 2 persons – cannot be split.

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Kahu Room
The Kahu or Australasian Harrier Hawk, is a protected native bird. You will regularly see Kahu gliding over the retreat hunting their prey around the pastured hills and always soaring high on the thermals.

The Kahu Room accommodates a queen size bed and ensuite. Being a corner room, this room offers sweeping water views over Papanui Inlet. Your deck has seating for two people.

Maximum occupancy 2 persons- cannot be split

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Dining 

Tantalise your taste-buds and enrich your experience of New Zealand here with us on the Otago Peninsula. Let us entertain and dine you with the best of New Zealand’s fresh produce, always organic and sourced locally where possible.

Our rates include continental and cooked breakfast so start your day with a healthy selection of cereals, yoghurt, seasonal and poached fruit, fresh baked pastries and organic coffee. Top it all off with free range eggs, organic bacon, field mushrooms and vine tomatoes with wholegrain toast. Kaiora, now you are ready to hit the day and explore this beautiful part of the world.

A gourmet picnic hamper is no trouble for us to prepare. Complete with picnic blanket, tea and coffee thermos, fresh baking, filled rolls, fruit, cheese and crackers.
NZ$35.00 +GST per person. Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages available at an extra cost.

Gather New Zealand clams within walking distance of the lodge and we will steam them open for you to enjoy or try your hand at a spot of fishing in the lodge dingy out in front of the retreat.

Dinner Arrangements
Due to our location we have a full time chef during our Spring and Summer seasons, September through to March.   We do recommend pre-booking dinner for the night of arrival.  We have a 5pm cut-off for dinner orders for that evening.  If you book a room, you cannot self-cater dinner as our chef will be using the kitchen facilities.  Guests must either dine with us or at Portobello Village a 12 minute drive over gravel road. 

During our Autumn and Winter seasons, April through to August, we are happy to organise a chef for the evening at the time of booking. 

3-course Chef prepared dinner NZ$99.00 inc GST per person. This rate also includes pre-dinner canape and apertif.

See our sample dinner menu (PDF).

Exclusive Use of the Retreat
If guests choose to have exclusive use of the retreat, full breakfast is included in the rate. There is either a self-catering option for dinner, where you can bring your own food and you are left to yourselves, or alternatively, we can arrange to have a chef cook the meals for you. Please see our Rates Page and contact us for further enquiries.

Wine and Beer
We offer a boutique selection of New Zealand wines that we have handpicked to compliment the dishes that we offer. Average price NZ$40.
We offer a range of Dunedin locally brewed organic beers and New Zealand’s well known Speight’s (also from Dunedin) and Steinlager.
We also offer a selection of splits and juices.

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