Wharekauhau Country Estate
4132 Wharekauhau Road, RD3 Featherston, Palliser Bay, 5773, New Zealand · Martinborough, New Zealand
- 93.5/100La Liste19 Aug 2026
- 4.8/5Relais & Châteaux guest rating218 reviews · 19 Aug 2026
Best for
- couples
- wellness
- beach
- food & wine
About Wharekauhau Country Estate
Wharekauhau Country Estate offers 16 rooms and 16 suites in RD3 Featherston, Martinborough. The property features a restaurant, Dining Room, which serves seasonal, estate-led cuisine. Guests have access to a spa and the beach, with the estate perched above the surf of Palliser Bay. Wharekauhau Country Estate is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux and has received a La Liste Top 1000 Hotel award for 2026, with a La Liste rating of 93.5/100 and a Relais & Châteaux guest rating of 4.8/5 from 218 reviews.
This EMPTYJET Approved property provides a blend of local dining, wellness facilities, and direct beach access in a rural New Zealand setting.
Why it stands out
Wharekauhau Country Estate is listed for its EMPTYJET Approved status, Relais & Châteaux affiliation, and recognition as a La Liste Top 1000 Hotel for 2026. Its location in Martinborough, spa, and beach access add to its appeal for travellers seeking a recognised country estate experience.
Key facts
- Keys
- 16 rooms · 16 suites
- Architecture
- Designed by renowned New Zealand designer Virginia Fischer
- Type
- Beach, Wellness
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Beach access — Perched above the wild surf of Palliser Bay
Wellness
- Spa — evidence: rejuvenate at the spa
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Beach
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
- La ListeTop 10002026
- Relais & Châteaux
Location
-41.3722, 175.0701Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial12 fields
- Relais & ChâteauxBrand4 fields