Wind your way around the peak of Mt Watkin/Hikaroroa to find Fallow Ridge Retreat, set upon a 1436ha farm in the heart of Middle-Earth country on New Zealand’s South Island. Literally blending into the landscape – the off-grid cabin has an earth and tussock living roof – its design both takes its cues from and relies on the fierce beauty of the epic scenery where native bush and boulder fields abound. Inside the solar-powered cabin, the scent of incense through the minimal but opulent open-plan space sets the scene for serious slowing down. Roughing it this is not; enjoy underfloor heating and central cooling, luscious flax linen, wool blankets on the king bed, an outdoor cedar-wood bath and a ceiling-suspended gas fireplace. Whip up a culinary feast in the slick kitchen (stocked with pantry basics and a small mini-bar) or graze the day away on a platter of local fare. As the morning sun breaks through floor-to-ceiling French doors (with automatic blinds!), nosh on a continental brekkie – including fresh Beanos Bakery pastries and Grid Coffee – before going in search of Otago region adventures.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work, the Kabi Kabi/Gubbi Gubbi people, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.