It is always hard to find a place you can recommend that can show tourists a truely New Zealand experience like many of us grow up with.
If you love the outdoors and a little luxury then here is your new favourite place. Nestled in the hills at the back of Ruapehu National Park is a truely iconic lodge built with the purpose of offering a very real and genuine glimpse of rural New Zealand including the opportunity to participate in farm and outdoor activities and experience our stunning natural environment, albeit in some style and comfort.
To find out more visit https://retarukecountryestate.co.nz
Even the beautiful pictures are worth a look.