With its striking design, elevated amenities, and rare connection to one of New Zealand's (Aotearoa) most treasured landscapes, this unique property presents a lifestyle of beauty, balance, and discovery.

Gateway to the Redwoods Forest

Chic Retreats NZ sits on the perimeter of the Whakarewarewa Redwoods Forest - a most spectacular natural playground. Towering redwoods form your backdrop, native birdsong your morning alarm, and world-class mountain biking trails literally at your doorstep.

Designed with intentional elegance, the home offers a sense of privacy and connection to nature that is both rare and refined.

This is beyond accommodation. Connection, sharing, and gathering are at the core of this sustainable luxury retreat that combines sophistication with genuine environmental commitment.
Solar energy, EV charging, and thoughtful resource management are embedded into the operations.

The Space
Six bedrooms plus an additional bunk room and five bathrooms + a garden rainfull shower provide genuine flexibility for groups.
Three distinct living areas create natural gathering points throughout the day.
The chef's kitchen becomes the heart of shared meals and conversation, whilst the Hangout-Hive offers creative escape or a place to chill.

Self-catering options including a covered BBQ kitchen, gives you control of your rhythm. Linger over breakfast, gather for long dinners, or graze between adventures. The space supports how you actually want to be together. Biophilic design principles run throughout, with natural materials, abundant light, and textures to create calm and flow.

Designed for Restoration
Wellness and recreation are woven into the design. Our i-Bike zone demonstrates what happens when mountain biking enthusiasts design infrastructure. Secure storage, proper wash station, e-bike charging, and tools that matter. The property caters to serious riders whilst welcoming complete beginners.

The i-dip zone includes a private heated swimming pool, Nordic sauna, Garden Rainfall Shower and Hot Spring Spa create a private wellness circuit. Outdoor yoga decks offer space for morning practice or evening stretches after trail riding. The zen garden provides quiet contemplation between activities.

Nature's Playground on Your Doorstep
Step outside into nature, culture, and wellness experiences.
Mountain biking and walking trails through ancient redwoods. Geothermal wonders and authentic Māori cultural immersion ten minutes away. Natural hot springs, adventure activities, and Rotorua's evolving food scene. Trail access patterns mean you're riding before others arrive, returning as day visitors depart.

Activity entertainment options continue with Spring-free trampoline, basketball hoop, table tennis, and dedicated games room keep active families genuinely engaged between outings.

Who This Suits
Multi-generational families and friends seeking genuine gathering time where conversation flows naturally and everyone finds their space.
Corporate teams ready to step away from boardrooms into shared experiences that build actual connection. Wellness-focused groups wanting infrastructure that supports practice alongside nature's own restoration.

This is sustainable luxury grounded in place, purpose, and possibility. We are purposeful about our environmental impact, transparent about our journey, and committed to continuous improvement.