Terms & Conditions
Cabot Lodge rates are inclusive of:
- An arrival drink
- Canapes and complimentary evening drink
- Multi course set-menu evening meal
- Cooked and continental breakfast
- Complimentary minibar
- Complimentary laundry service
- In suite baking and fruit
- Use of the Lodge spa pool
- Use of the onsite library
- Use of the Lodge private jetty
- In suite facilities including hair dryer, safe, iron, bathrobes, slippers, and luxurious toiletries
All rates listed on the website are inclusive of the New Zealand Goods and Services Tax of 15%.
The rates for each individual suite are inclusive of two persons. The Premier and Deluxe Suites can accommodate a maximum of two persons.
Payment policy:
A deposit of 25% of the total booking is required to secure your reservation. The balance of the reservation is payable upon departure.
Payment can be made via VISA, Mastercard, bank transfer or cash.
Cancellation policy:
Cancellation within 31 days of the scheduled reservation date is a 100% forfeit of the total booking price.
No cancellation fee is applicable for any booking 32 days prior to the scheduled reservation date. Cancelled reservations will be refunded their reservation deposit less the credit card transaction fee of 1.5%.
Cancellation within 91 days of the scheduled reservation date for exclusive use reservations is a 100% forfeit of the total booking price.
No cancellation fee is applicable for any exclusive use reservation 92 days or more prior to the scheduled reservation date. Cancelled reservations will be refunded their reservation deposit, less the credit card transaction fee of 1.5%.
We strongly advise guests to take out travel insurance to protect themselves against unexpected changes to their travel plans.
Dietary preferences:
If you have any dietary requirements or preferences, please inform your hosts when booking so they can ensure the menu on offer during your stay is suited to your preferences. Due to the Lodge's remote location, last minute changes to the menu may not be possible.
Children at Cabot Lodge:
Due to the unique nature of Cabot lodge and its location on a working farm, children age 10 and under are permitted to stay only when the Lodge is booked exclusively. We have no facilities for young children, including highchairs and cots.
What our previous guests have said
Everything was exceptional, from the food to the luscious bathrobes, to the insane views, to the crazy cute lambs.
Ashley & Mike, San Francisco
Don’t leave home till you have seen the Cabot Lodge. Simply exceptional in all areas no more so than the family customised approach by a go ahead...
Alan L, Bangkok, Thailand
Taking the long twisting driveway from the main road you know immediately this is going to be a special place. Coming round the last bend in the drive you...
Docklander, London, United Kingdom
We’ve stayed here twice now. Brad and Breidi are awesome hosts! The location is stunning, the rooms are great, with epic views and the food cooked by...
Andy and Diana, Kapiti Coast, New Zealand
This is truly an amazing place in an amazing part of the country. The scenery is stunning, the accommodation luxury and the kiwi hospitality of Brad and...
Deanna C, Auckland, New Zealand
Spent 4 nights at Cabot Lodge. It’s a magical place. Can’t recommend it highly enough. Stunning location. Wonderfully gracious hosts.
Ikdrill, U.S.A
This is a place that you need to put on your bucket list. The exclusive 4 bedroom lodge sits on a private hill high above Lake Manapouri and the snow...
Tracy and Phil, Wellington, New Zealand
My wife and I spent 2 weeks in NZ on the South Island (in the Mt Cook, Wanaka, Queensland, and Fiordland areas). All of our accommodations were at highly...
Soutine A, Texas, USA
From the moment you arrive, you are met with the warmest welcome, Breidi and Brad are the most gracious hosts The Suites are absolutely beautiful, they are...
Angela M, Tauranga, New Zealand
Your lodge is exceptional In its hospitality, location, beauty and décor.
Kimberley, Sydney, Australia