Woodhouse Mountain Lodge

This place needs an overhaul, it's very tired . Considering it is supposed to be a luxury lodge overall our stay was extremely disappointing. Basics in the room were overlooked for example there were no hand towels in the bathroom and only one robe instead of two. This is a basic oversight. Meals were included in the cost of our stay. The fixed menu was limited however, the service and food quality was extremely disappointing. We're not fussy eaters, however, I've had higher quality meals locally. Sides were charged extra, I feel this is questionable given what was served as part of the main. We ordered the vegetables and potatoe skins. The vegetables saved the entire meal. The potato skins were terrible. Entrees and Desserts were ok, although the pickle on my entree were unpleasant and over powered the parfait. No one asked if we would like coffees etc after dinner. I had set my sights on their house cocktail before dinner but was told they were missing an ingredient so I just stuck to my soda, lime and bitters. It was pretty undrinkable and had I realised it would cost $12 I would have sent it back. My birthday drink ended up as water as I don't drink wine. Breakfast was better, but lacked the attention one expects. The included coffee was ok but just as with dinner, no one asked if we would like another drink. We left feeling rather let down. Definitely a birthday treat gone wrong. Definitely will NOT return as there are better places to stay, with better service and food. Sorry to say I cannot recommend staying here. We both felt that the minimum was supplied in order for them to fulfill their obligation to complete the requirements of your booking.

The location was prestine, over looking the hibiscus coast of the New Zealand. The property is hidden away, near warkworth...a narrow drive thru about 5 km of bushland...but worth the drive. The staff were great, with meals to die for, excellent quality. The small villas were very luxurious, with no TV..

Let’s see Shower hot water goes off if you adjust the water pressure so icy cold blasts Gas heater does not function properly cannot turn it off … asked staff to help … I am on my own here , cannot come …. Oh will be there in 20 minutes … took an hour and no real pleasant thing to say about the night manager … except hope you do not need to talk to her Spa baths don’t work Food is ok but crazy expensive for what it is … same price as a leading chef … and it’s not exceptional grossly overpriced We had a number of issues when we checked no apology or anything till I pushed them Its tired needs a total refurbish Not a lot to do at the place either no obvious walks … unheated swimming pool I think in its current state it’s 3 star at best

My partner and I have just had a lovely night away at WML. It is an exceptional property with very quiet self contained cabins. They are very generous in size with VERY comfortable large beds. The main lodge is very comfortable, and we enjoyed sitting in the very elegant sofas with the fire on. The food is excellent, the service excellent. If you want a nice day or two away this is for you. Simon

A mid winter retreat with a group of friends. The lounge areas are spacious and the open wood fires welcoming and cosy. Three separate lounges to separate groups. Meals were good, not amazing. Over 3 days the menu did not change which might have been monotonous for vegetarian with no choice offered. The staff were friendly and accommodating, at times seemed very busy. The accommodation is in little units which apart from numbers 1 to 4 require a long walk or car ride to the main lodge area. Umbrellas needed (unfortunately ) and torches essential. Spacious, comfortable, well appointed and private offering fabulous long views over the countryside. Only complaint is we found the bathroom very cold, tiles freezing underfoot, and the spa bath was out of order.

We had a beautiful stay here. It’s a long track to get there but well worth it! Very comfortable bed, spacious and peaceful room with a great view, a stylish lodge, excellent restaurant and super attentive staff. Would definitely recommend.