The lodge is indeed located in a beautiful spot overlooking the hills. Malcolm the owner was very helpful regarding driving routes and places to visit. I have not compared prices amongst lodges in the area but it sounds to us quite pricey in absolute terms especially the room is not that big and you don't necessarily get any outdoor space... More

From the minute we arrived until we left, Malcolm made us feel completely at home; nothing was too much trouble. From advice on what to do and where to go, Malcolm was on hand to help. The accommodation and gardens were superb, only outshone by Malcolm's exquisite cooking, which is 'Michelin' standard cuisine. 'The' place to stay if you are... More

Travelling around NZ, makes you fully aware of the contrasting levels of accommodation and hospitality on offer. We spent two nights here in January ‘12 on our tour of NZ. The Breckenridge Lodge is a must for the discerning traveller to Napier, or indeed the North Island. Great food, fine wines, Malcolm makes you feel very at home in what... More

We traveled in New Zealand with friends and ended our trip with Malcolm and his sons at Breckenridge Lodge. From our arrival until our tearful farewell, we were in New Zealand heaven. The property and lodge were so beautiful and well appointed, the hospitality was unparalleled, and the food, oh my, the food. Never ending taste delights with every bite.... More

Extremely comfortable and welcoming. Malcolm, the owner, is a fantastic cook and host with brilliant creations for breakfast and dinner. He will arrange and advise on anything locally from wine visits to golf etc. We wished we had stayed a couple of nights longer to explore more of the region. More

Malcom and his son made us feel right at home. My husband and I never stayed at a B&B before and had some reservations. They were immediately removed upon arrival. The home was amazing and got better come there. The grounds were like a botanical garden, herbs, citrus, vegetables and lush and tropical plants every where, meticulously maintained. We and... More

We spent two nights here during our driving tour through NZ. The hotel is in a lovely spot overlooking vineyards. It was more like staying with friends than hotel accomodation. The room was very luxurious, with nice homely touches (fresh flowers etc). The view over the vineyards was spectacular, and soon after arriving host Malcom brought delicious chilled Sauvignon, which... More

Malcolm is the perfect host and the best gourmet chef and wine connoisseur that i've have had the privilege of meeting. Breckenridge's setting on a hill overlooking a large vineyard is spectacular.... and close to other tourist locals. The five course meals and matching wines were superb... i liked that Malcolm asked for my likes and dislikes regarding the various... More

My father and I just returned from NZ and this lodge is top notch. From Malcolm Redmond's culinary expertise and creativity to the regional organic ingredients, to the fantastic location overlooking a local vineyard, how can you go wrong? We experienced the entire region and this was a major highlight. The short drive into all neighboring cities, makes this an... More