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.

Here at Ica Station Homestead, the mature grounds exude privacy and seclusion and are in keeping with the long history of Ica. Our wooded entrance is at the end of a 'no exit road', so it's easy to find us. Please drive around the house and grounds, featuring brick patios, box hedges, an equestrian arena and stables up to the main Homestead entrance, where you will be welcomed!.

Within the grounds we also have a 3 bedroom cottage (sleeps up to 6) - India House and this a 1 bedroom 'Whare' (sleeps 2) available to rent. Both these properties are totally self-contained and have use of the swimming pool and spa pool during your stay.

Price includes all bed linen and tea/coffee provisions.

India House is a 3 bedroom self-contained cottage located in the 20 acres of grounds of the Ica Station Homestead. The mature grounds exude privacy and seclusion and are in keeping with the long history of Ica. Our wooded entrance is at the end of a 'no exit road', so it's easy to find us. Please drive around the house and grounds, featuring brick patios, box hedges, an equestrian arena and stables up to the main Homestead entrance, where you will be welcomed!.

India House offers clean comfortable rustic accommodation for up to 6 persons . All bed linen as well as tea/coffee provisions is provided and you also have shared use of the swimming pool and spa pool (at the main homestead) during your stay. Just a short stroll across the lawns.

Relax and unwind at the Summit Lodge. Warm and inviting with the benefits of an exclusive, boutique hotel combined with the hospitality of a farmstay. Your party (be it 2 or up to 6 people) has use of a private wing of the lodge and all the cooking and cleaning is taken care of for you. The large lounge is equipped with surround sound and home theatre as well as open wood fire. Home baking and gourmet breakfasts included.

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.

Praised for service, hospitality and seasonal food, the Summit Lodge provides boutique accommodation, hearty country breakfasts, home baking and the opportunity to enjoy slow-cooked seasonal food - much grown on-site.

Relax in the extensive gardens which features many native plants which attract a variety of birdlife and check out the amazing night skies and often beautiful sunsets.

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.

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.

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

Here at Ica Station Homestead, the mature grounds exude privacy and seclusion and are in keeping with the long history of Ica. Our wooded entrance is at the end of a 'no exit road', so it's easy to find us. Please drive around the house and grounds, featuring brick patios, box hedges, an equestrian arena and stables up to the main Homestead entrance, where you will be welcomed!.

We are also a Wedding Venue. Ica Station Homestead is the perfect place for a picturesque garden wedding. From small intimate gatherings to large marquee weddings, this venue can accommodate your own unique requirements.

There's plenty of room for a marquee and parking for guests. Surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens the historic homestead behind makes a wonderful backdrop for photographs, with country side and lake views to the front.

Also available to rent, within the grounds of Ica Homestead we have a 3 bedroom cottage (sleeps up to 6) - India House (from $170 per night) and a 1 bedroom 'Whare' (sleeps 2) (from $140 per night). Email for details.

Our Bed & Breakfast rooms consist of:

3 x Queen Bedrooms and 1 x Twin Bedroom from $200 per night

All rooms have private estate grounds views with access to a swimming pool and spa pool. Our guests enjoy their own living and dining rooms to relax and eat in. Equipped with 60" flatscreen Sky TV and a roaring open fire, we encourage guest to make themselves completely at home.

Welcome to The Castle .... where locals and travellers share stories. Where the welcome is warm and the beer is cold. Where the food will satisfy and the wine will excite you. Where history abounds and the destination is as big as the journey.
Stay a while in our relaxed comfortable accommodation and enjoy our good ol' Kiwi hospitality. Surf the breaks, dive for Paua & Crayfish, book a guided hunt, play a round of golf, try your hand at tennis, walk for miles along the beach, wander the hills, surfcast off the beach, swim in the lagoon, visit our iconic lighthouse and bring your camera to capture those special memories of this special place.

The surf is a short walk from the hotel and Castlepoint is 5km down the road or less along the beach. See you soon!

Welcome to The Castlepoint Hotel "The Whakataki" .... where locals and travellers share stories. Where the welcome is warm and the beer is cold. Where the food will satisfy and the wine will excite you. Where history abounds and the destination is as big as the journey.
Stay a while in our relaxed comfortable accommodation and enjoy our good ol' Kiwi hospitality. Surf the breaks, dive for Paua & Crayfish, book a guided hunt, play a round of golf, try your hand at tennis, walk for miles along the beach, wander the hills, surfcast off the beach, swim in the lagoon, visit our iconic lighthouse and bring your camera to capture those special memories of this special place.

The surf is a short walk from the hotel and Castlepoint is 5km down the road or less along the beach. See you soon!