GALLERY

We've been saying this for some time, that Cambridge is the most beautiful town in New Zealand! We made this claim on the front page of our website six years ago. But now it's official. "Stay at Huntington Stables Retreat, & play in New Zealand's most beautiful town". There is a link to the article about this on our 'Sundry' page.

The owners of Huntington Stables Retreat live on-site in the main house. The North & South Stables are further down the drive past the house, the Loft is a separate building to the right of the house (& where this photo has been taken), & the Stall is a guest-room, attached to the main house (near the garage door in the photo).

The North & South Stables are side by side. Note: while there is access between the Stables via the deck area, there is no adjoining door inside.

Both Stables are set up the same & are situated next to each other.

Each Stable features a full kitchen complete with a gas hob, oven, fridge-freezer (behind doors), dishwasher, microwave, pantry, & butcher-block.

Rollaways can be added to your booking.

Looking in from the living area to the bedroom.

This beautiful room features a super-king bed, & French doors that open onto a private deck.

Each lodge has a wardrobe that contains two robes, two pool towels, a spare blanket, wooden & covered hangers, iron, ironing board, hot water bottle, & lockable safe.

Swim in the pool, soak in the hot tub, steam in the sauna, snooze in the shade, or relax in the sun.

Enjoy the sun or shade next to the swimming pool & spa pool.

Steam away your aches & pains in our wonderful sauna. Available to all booked guests!

This wonderful outdoor spa pool is kept hot all year round.

Stunning artwork by Cambridge artist Santie Cronje. All artwork is available for purchase which includes framed & unframed prints.

Both Stables are exactly the same size & layout.

The bathroom is situated off the bedroom.

This gorgeous room features a King-size bed, with French doors that open out onto a private deck. Extra beds can be added to the living area in the form of single rollaways.

Such a lovely room - for one or two people sharing the King bed. Artwork on the wall is by Cambridge based symbolist artist Santie Cronje.

Each kitchen has a Nespresso coffee machine, coffee plunger & coffee, & an assortment of tea & coffee in the pantry.

A 43 inch, HD Samsung Smart television is hidden behind cabinet doors when not in use. This brand new, late model television can be used with your laptop or phone! As well, you will find a DVD player, & a game of Scrabble. You will find a pack of cards, noughts & crosses game, & a colouring book with pencils on the coffee table. Monopoly is available upon request. Artwork on the wall is by Santie Cronjie, & is available for purchase. Please note: there are no Sky channels in any of the rooms. Lightbox is available free of charge in both Stables.

We move the dining table to the other side of the room, & can fit one or two rollaways in this space. A third one can be added if needed. Rollaways can be added to either North or South Stable. They cannot be added to the Loft or Stall.

This is the configuration of two rollaways when added to either of the stables.

Both lodges have a bookcase which includes a selection of DVDs & books.

Each Stable has a bathroom that includes a slipper bath, toilet, tiled shower, large hand-basin, toiletries, hair-dryer, linen, heated towel rail, & luxury lotions.

Each Stable features a gorgeous bathroom.

Gorgeous shower in each of the luxury lodges.

We provide natural lavender-based toiletries for guests to use. These are produced locally with the lavender grown here in the Waikato. These are also available to purchase. They are perfect for gifts, souvenirs, or to use during the rest of your holiday when you leave here.

As a way to relax & unwind, spend some 'creative time' colouring in a beautiful picture! Leave a message, quote, or poem for others to read & enjoy. You'll find a gorgeous colouring book & pencils in every room.

French doors open out onto the private deck. Enjoy the view of the hills with a glass of wine, or nice cup of tea. A baby Webber barbecue is provided for your exclusive use.

Guest's photo that shows the French doors from the lounge & bedroom of the North Stable, opening out onto the large private deck.

The half of the door can be kept open while the bottom half can be closed.

The studio-style room is up a set of stairs & has the best views on the property!

Queen bed with room for a portable cot. Note the sloped ceilings.

Shows some of the layout of this studio.

Shower over a small bath tub

Layout of the bathroom. Limited Edition prints by Cambridge artist Santie Cronje are displayed for sale.

Layout of this studio-style room

The kitchenette with microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, compost bin, small fridge etc

Kitchenette & dining area

Dining area

Two-seater sofa & restaurant guide

Small balcony outside the Loft.

This stunning photo was taken by a guest staying in the Loft.

These can be tailor made to suit your taste & budget. Enjoy one of these delicious platters for two, with a glass of wine out on the deck or patio, or inside while you watch a movie.

This guest-room is attached to the main house but has its own private entrance

There is a sliding door between the bedroom & walk-through wardrobe area, then another sliding door to the bathroom.

The Stall is a basic guest-room with a Queen bed, tea & coffee making facilities, & an ensuite. The French doors open out to a small private patio

This gives a good indication of room size. It is a guest-room only (with private entrance & ensuite bathroom).

Private ensuite bathroom

Private ensuite bathroom

Toiletries in the ensuite bathroom

Microwave, small fridge, tea & coffee making.

Provisions for a light continental breakfast are included in the rate. Note: no toaster in this room.

This basic guest-room has a quaint little patio protected by an annex. We're training the creeper to cover the walls to give the area a more 'tranquil' look and feel.

There is a short path from the carpark area to the back entrance of the North & South Stables, & the pool complex. A handrail runs alongside the path.

A beautiful ivy covers the wall from the stairs down to lower garden, petanque court & lawn.

The owners live onsite in this house. The Stall (guestroom) is to the left. Photo take from the Loft balcony.

Guest's photo that shows the view from the Loft on a misty morning.

Thank you to our Alabama guests for this amazing photo - taken with an iPad.

The new seating area is between the main house and the two stables, with the driveway that leads to the bottom gardens.

Beautiful birds enjoying a bath.

Here is that row of lavender two weeks later - absolutely beautiful display that grows alongside the path in front of the North & South Stables.

A lovely room for yoga. An instructor can be booked.

Picked fresh for guests to make delicious Lemon Balm tea.

View from the balcony

Where does this door lead to?