Kauri Cliffs Golf Resort New Zealand

Matauri Bay - Northland - North Island - New Zealand

New Zealand boasts the highest ratio of golf courses per inhabitant in the world, yet it is still an unlikely golf destination on the world travel market. But this should change soon with the thunderous entry of two magnificent courses in the World Top 100: Kauri Cliffs and Cape Kidnappers. Both owned and developed by former Wall Street pundit Julian Robertson, they share scenic cliff top locations on the North Island's Pacific Coast.

Set on 6,000 acres of rolling coastal farmland in Matauri Bay, a four hour drive north of Auckland in the northern most province of New Zealand. Kauri Cliffs features a Relais & Chateaux lodge and a world class golf course. The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs affords spectacular 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean that span from Cape Brett to the offshore Cavalli Islands. The main lodge, which overlooks the golf course, consists of a spacious beamed living room, lounges, dining room and verandas.

Accommodations is comprised of eleven cottages distributed in a staggered row along a meandering path on the edge of a native forest. Each bungalow has two suites fronted by a veranda with views over the golf course to the ocean, and features a comfortable bedroom and living area with open fireplace, walk-in closet and en suite bathrooms.

Gourmet a la carte cuisine is served at The Lodge, prepared only with New Zealand's finest produce such as fresh vegetables, lamb, beef and seafood. Wonderful picnic sites abound on the property and a choice of picnic baskets is available.

Amenities at Kauri Cliffs include two tennis courts, an infinity pool with whirlpool, a spa and fitness studio, and three secluded private sandy beaches. Kauri Cliffs is still a working farm featuring mobs of sheep and cattle and guests can follow the Farm Manager on his daily round. Nature walks and 4WD tours of the estate are also organised to discover its 6,000 acres of pastures, forests, rivers, cascades and coastline.
Conceived, designed and built to blend with the natural features of this exceptional piece of land, Kauri Cliffs' golf course offers spectacular ocean views from most of its holes. The front nine extends inland through marsh, forest and farmland, while the back nine runs along the coast, six of its holes playing right alongside the cliffs.

Playing over 7,000 yards from the back tees, but with five set of tees to challenge every skill level, the course was designed by David Harman of Golf Course Consultants, Florida, who has worked previously on more than 200 courses worldwide with Arnold Palmer's design company. Golf clinics held by resident NZPGA Pro's are available twice weekly, while Kauri Cliffs' touring pro Michael Campbell runs golf clinics each year at the resort, a very popular event with visitors.

Kauri Cliffs
Matauri Bay Road
Matauri Bay
PO Box 800 Kerikeri
Northland
New Zealand
Tel: +64 (9) 407 0010
Fax: +64 (9) 407 0061
info@kauricliffs.com
www.kauricliffs.com

Affiliated to:
Relais & Chateaux "Esprit Golf"
Kiwi Collection

Season
All year (Hotel & Golf)

Climate
Subtropical climate. Southern hemisphere: Warm summers (Nov-Mar) and mild winters (Jun-Aug)

Location
Matauri Bay, Northland (North Island East Coast)
Kerikeri Airport (KKE), 15 mi. (Daily flights to Auckland)
Auckland International Airport (AKL), 120 mi. S

Accommodation
6,000 acres Ocean front Golf Resort
The Lodge:
11 Cottages with 2 Suites each
The Suites:
6 Suites (765 sq.ft.)
16 Deluxe Suites (900 sq.ft.)
All with gas fireplace, complimentary minibar, king size bed, armchairs, writing desk, phone, satellite TV, DVD/CD player

Rates
Low Season (May-September)
Suite: from 500 NZD
Deluxe Suite: from 600 NZD
High Season (October-April)
Suite: from 500 NZD
Deluxe Suite: from 675 NZD
Rates per person/night (double occupancy) in halfboard

Dining
Cold/hot buffet breakfast
Formal 3-course lunch and snacks
À la carte gourmet dinner
Picnics baskets & In room dining

On Site Activities
Tennis (2 Astroturf courts)
Infinity pool with whirlpool
Spa & Gym (Fitness room, Massages, reflexology, yoga, manicures, pedicures and facials)
3 Secluded sandy beaches (Beach barbecues) + Sea Kayaking
Kauri Cliffs Farm Tour
Guided Nature Walks & Guided fishing
Kaapa Haka live Maori performances

Off Site Activities
Horseback riding, 4WD adventures, Helicopter flights and Deep sea fishing
Ninety Mile Beach & Cape Reinga (Flying and 4WD tour to North Island's northernmost peninsula)
Sailing Boat Charter (Bay of Islands)
Waitangi historic Treaty House (Bay of Islands)
Russell (Whaling village & New Zealand's first capital)

Kauri Cliffs Golf
2005 Top 100 Courses in the World by US Golf Magazine

Championship Course
David Harman (2001)
18 holes - 7,119 yds - Par 72
Caddies + Golf Carts

Driving range, putting & pitching green + Golf Clinics + Proshop (Footjoy, Titleist and Callaway equipment for sale/rental)

Waitangi Golf Club
Waitangi, Bay of Islands (25 mi. S)
Established 1947 (18 holes)
Waitangi National Trust, next to The Treaty House. Vintage course with panoramic views over Bay of Islands

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