Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa - Martinborough

4-star country retreat with exclusive day spa and indoor heated saltwater lap pool in Martinborough

Accommodations with Full Kitchens and Private Patios

Brackenridge Country Retreat & Spa offers studios and cottages set on 14 acres of farmland, each with a private patio and seating area. The self-contained units include a full-sized refrigerator, microwave, stove, and tea and coffee making facilities, with kitchens equipped for extended stays. Select cottages are pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring their dogs, and all units feature flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, and heating.

Wellness and Spa Facilities

The on-site day spa provides a complete range of therapeutic and beauty treatments for men and women, including massages, facials, body scrubs, and couples massage. Guests can book customizable wellness packages that may include multiple treatments and spa lounge access. The property also has a fully equipped fitness centre and a 66 ft indoor heated saltwater lap pool available at no extra cost.

Weddings and Private Celebrations

Brackenridge offers a picturesque outdoor setting for weddings and events, with an elegant banquet room and backup options for bad weather. A dedicated wedding coordinator, Courtnay, assists with planning and setup, and the property provides onsite accommodation for the wedding party and guests. Catering is handled by Trestle and Mortar, which receives frequent compliments on food quality and service.

Complimentary Breakfast Provisions and Self-Catering

Each studio and cottage includes complimentary continental breakfast provisions delivered each day, with eggs, sourdough bread, cereals, milk, apple juice, tea, coffee, and jams. The accommodations have full cooking facilities, allowing guests to prepare their own meals with local ingredients provided. The breakfast is stocked in the unit so guests can cook at their own pace.

Location and Local Activities

The retreat is a 5-minute drive from Martinborough town centre and a 7-minute drive from Martinborough Golf Course. Guests have direct access to Martinborough's wine region and cellar doors, and the property can arrange local wine and gin tours from the hotel. The 14-acre grounds also provide space for cycling, stargazing, and outdoor relaxation.

• Location: 5 minutes from Martinborough town centre, 90 minutes from Wellington
• Rooms: Studios and cottages with full kitchens and private patios
• Wellness: Full-service day spa with customizable packages and indoor heated saltwater lap pool
• Dining: Complimentary continental breakfast provisions with local ingredients
• Weddings: Onsite coordinator, elegant banquet room, catering by Trestle and Mortar
• Pet-friendly: Select cottages allow dogs
• Activities: Local wine and gin tours, cycling, golf nearby