Just north or Whangarei, on the northern side of SH1 (Hikurangi), lies the fascinating Waro Limestone Reserve walkway. If you park in the reserve entrance off King St, you can follow an easy 2.2km walkway, which includes the perimeter of a small lake and the main Waro limestone formations. Alternatively park in the carpark on […]
Find out more...Pataua North Beach & Estuary
Less than 30 minutes drive from Lupton Lodge is the stunning seaside village of Pataua North. Pataua North beach is a golden sandy beach, ideal for walking, swimming, playing or relaxing… Pataua is made up of 2 holiday destinations popular with locals: Pataua North and Pataua South. Pataua South can be only reached by road […]
Find out more...Bream Bay: Waipu, Ruakaka, Mangawhai Heads
30 mins drive south of Lupton Lodge is Ruakaka, One Tree Point and and Waipu. From Waipu you can drive towards the coast to Waipu Cove and further south along the coast to Langs Beach, Mangawhai and the Mangawhai Heads.
Find out more...Doubtless Bay Day Trip
2 hours North of Lupton Lodge you will find Mangonui, Whangaroa Harbour, Matauri Bay and the Karikari Penninsula. Don’t miss Historic Mangonui Village, the award winning Mangonui Fish Shop, Karikari Estate Winery and Rangiputa Beach during your trip.
Find out more...Gourmet a la Carte Breakfast
Complimentary gourmet a la carte breakfast is included in your room tariff at Lupton Lodge. Breakfast is served cafe-style in our restaurant between 7am and 10am (please advise us the day prior what time you prefer for breakfast). Alternatively continental breakfast can be delivered to your room by prior arrangement. If you prefer a something […]
Find out more...Dinner Menu
The Lupton Lodge restaurant-style dinner menu changes regularly and is accompanied by NZ wines & beers. Dinner is by arrangement so please advise when you book if you would like dinner on your 1st night. Sample Dinner Menu Entree Spicy pumpkin & kumara soup with fresh bread Mushroom, feta and capsicum tart with mesclun salad […]
Find out more...Gluten Free Menu
Lupton Lodge offers gluten free dinner and breakfast menu options for guests with special dietary requirements. Dinner is by arrangement so let us know at time of booking if you would like an evening meal on your 1st night. Please advise us in advance of arrival if you are Gluten Free. Gluten Free Breakfast Menu […]
Find out more...Vegan Menu
Lupton Lodge offers vegan dinner and breakfast menu options for guests with special dietary requirements. Dinner is by arrangement so let us know at time of booking if you would like an evening meal on your 1st night. Please advise us in advance of arrival if you are Vegan. Vegan Breakfast Menu (included in your […]
Find out more...Refurbished 2-Bedroom Suite
We have pleased to announce the recently completed upgrade of our Blue Room 2-Bedroom Deluxe Suite, including a brand new bathroom. Please take a look at the room page for more information or scroll through the photo gallery below.
Find out more...2 New Rooms Now Available
We are happy to announce the completion of our stunning, renovated accommodation in a modern 2-storey barn, adjacent to the main Lodge. We can now offer guests 2 additional room options: Upstairs Accommodation – The Purple Room Spacious upstairs room with apex ceilings and large bi-fold windows overlooking our farmland and grounds King size bed […]
Find out more...National Geographic Rates Tutukaka Coast No.2 Coastal Destination in the World
National Geographic Traveller Magazine has rated the Tutukaka Coast in the top 2 coastal destinations worldwide. “Land-based and water-based ecotourism opportunities abound on New Zealand’s subtropical northern peninsula. The region currently boasts “excellent environmental and ecology quality,” and its Maori residents still cling to some aspects of their native culture…. “Long stretches of sandy beaches […]
Find out more...Lupton Lodge in The Best Weekends & Short Breaks Magazine
At Whangarei I find the Tutukaka road and head for Glenbervie, about 10km from town, a pretty place of orchards and old stone walls. I’m staying here, at Lupton Lodge, an historic villa owned by Andy and Karen. The lodge is halfway between Whangarei and Tutukaka and close enough to attract both weekday business folk […]
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