Naumai haeremai ki te turangawaewae o Tuhourangi Welcome to the standing place of Tuhourangi.
We invite you to ‘Our Place’ to our ancestral lands. Enjoy the wonder and majesty of our mountain and sacred lake Tarawera located just 15 minutes from Rotorua.
We offer you the finest in exclusive small lodge accommodation, with stunning lake edge panoramic views set within a pristine unspoilt secluded native forest setting. Pounamu (pronounced Po-Naa-Moo) is the sacred stone of the Maori people of New Zealand. Revered for its beauty, upheld with respect and pride, these are the qualities Pounamu Lodge adheres to when looking after our guests. Manaakitanga – the ultimate in hosting and care for people.
We invite you to experience our place, our seasonal fresh cuisine infused with the Maori herbs that flourish in our garden. To enjoy the many activities available including private cultural performances, guided walks, trout fishing and lake cruises.
Nestled amongst native forest, Pounamu Lodge has been purposely designed around its cultural environment and the many indigenous artworks that grace the rooms within the Lodge so you can totally relax and enjoy the setting and the stories.
Comfort, quality, exclusiveness, environment and cultural heritage are our gifts to you.
Naumai haeremai ki aku wa kainga – welcome to our place. When you stay with Karen and David, Pounamu Lodge offers you:
*Accommodation that compliments the stunning views
*Total privacy and exclusive single party occupancy
*A family-friendly stay for a maximum of 4 guests–children are very welcome
*Full gourmet breakfasts-continental style plus selection of cooked choices. (We also cater for vegetarians and those with gluten or dairy allergies).
Contact Karen & David Walmsley Phone (64) 07 362 8428 Fax (64) 07 362 8430 Emailtaraweratrail@inspire.net.nzWebsitewww.pounamulodge.co.nzAddress 51 Spencer RD RD5 Lake Tarawera Rotorua Aotearoa New Zealand
