Mercury Ridge
Private villa living at Mercury Ridge truly offers the best of all worlds – a chance to gather your friends and family in your own private space while discovering the beauty of New Zealand’s stunning Coromandel Peninsula. Built high up in the hills, this secluded estate is reminiscent of an Italian seaside villa, with grand suites, leafy terraces, an outdoor pizza oven and stunning views of Cooks Beach and Mercury Bay. After extensive renovations in December 2020, it’s time to celebrate the property’s grand reopening – feel worlds away from everything with the entire estate to enjoy at your leisure. Look out onto the neighbouring orchard, lush vineyard and native reserve that make for a picturesque backdrop. Perfect for a family reunion or group retreat, this luxury villa invites you to spend time together sitting outside on your terrace with a glass of Mercury Bay wine, cooking gourmet meals in the fully equipped kitchen and cosying up in the media room with popcorn and a movie.
Mercury Ridge is located in a desirable position overlooking Mercury Bay and Cooks Beach on New Zealand’s North Island. It’s only a few minutes’ walk to the township of Cooks Beach, where you’ll have a selection of cafés, bars and restaurants to choose from, or a short 15-minute drive to the famous Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove. The villa is located approximately a two-hour drive from Auckland airport (AKL). Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.
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The Villa – Charming Mediterranean-style villa overlooking Mercury Bay
With the entire five-bedroom estate – made up of an exquisite collection of secluded and spacious suites and wings – at your disposal and exclusive use of the entire grounds, this is your Mediterranean-inspired home-away-from-home along New Zealand’s breathtaking Coromandel Peninsula. Mercury Ridge is perched at a high elevation, cradled by lush vineyards and orchards, meaning you’ll enjoy sweeping panoramas of Cooks Beach and Mercury Bay from your sunny north-facing terrace. An outdoor BBQ and pizza oven invites your group to spend long, leisurely dinners outside under a star-speckled sky. Meanwhile, a fully equipped kitchen, large dining and lounge area, and media room promise cosy nights in after a long day of exploring.
You’re only a 15-minute drive from some of New Zealand’s most exciting sights, including the famous Hot Water Beach and picture-perfect Cathedral Cove. Mercury Bay Estate Winery & Restaurant is only a five-minute walk away, so you can enjoy the spoils of the region alongside an antipasto board and woodfired pizza. The magic of the North Island’s Coromandel Peninsula is yours to discover thanks to the villa’s prime location – spend days exploring pristine beaches, hiking through misty forests and visiting seaside communities to meet the laidback locals.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – Daily breakfast, welcome glass of bubbly with a gourmet cheese board and more
Breakfast is prepared for you in your villa’s kitchen each morning, just like magic. Select from cooked favourites like bacon and eggs on toast, eggs benedict or maple syrup-drenched pancakes, or opt for a range of cereals, croissants and mini pastries with all the traditional accompaniments. Juice, coffee, tea and hot chocolate are also on the menu.
Be warmly welcomed into your villa with a glass of fizzing Mercury Bay bubbly each and a gourmet cheese platter to share waiting for you on your dining table.
With such gorgeous surroundings, you can’t be blamed for wanting to post and share moments from your escape. With Wi-Fi included, it’s easy to stay connected with loved ones.
- Orchard
- Native reserve
- Wi-Fi
- Outdoor BBQ and pizza oven
- Laundry service (on request)
- Luggage storage
- Onsite manager
- Beach towels
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Important Update: From March 24, 2022, a new cancellation policy applies to this offer:
Free cancellation: You can cancel your booking for Cudo credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your Cudo credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
Please note this does not apply to insurance or flights booked with Cudo. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Valid for travel from 1 May 2021 until 30 April 2022 (bookings must be made before 31 October 2021).
Blackout Dates Apply. Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar.
Check Availability: To confirm your dates of stay at purchase, click on ‘Check Availability’ and select your preferred package. Use the calendar to browse and select available dates. Dates with a surcharge are identified.
Buy Now, Choose Dates Later: If you want to secure this offer and don’t know when you want to travel please select ‘Buy Now, Choose Dates Later’. This will secure your package and give you the flexibility to choose your travel dates — within the book by and validity period and subject to availability. To select dates post purchase, simply select ‘My Escapes’ under the ‘My Account’ tab and follow the prompts.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for Tour bookings and flights) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 21 days prior to the check-in date.
Feel Like Changing Your Dates? No Worries… If your booking is with a property located in Australia or New Zealand you can make unlimited changes to the date of your hotel booking, as long as it’s at least 21 days before your original check-in date. If the property is located in any other country you may make unlimited date changes up to 1 day before check-in. This is provided you choose dates that are of an equal value and are available. Any change to booking dates is subject to availability and must be made online in accordance with our Terms and Conditions. Please note unlimited changes are not applicable for flights.
Please Note:
- Daily Breakfast: Guests must choose their selection nightly for the following morning (continental and cooked items plus choice of drinks). Breakfast is made each morning by staff in the villa’s kitchen. Available 8-10am daily.
- Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Mercury Ridge is smoke free. Please refrain from smoking on the property.
- Only the number of guests specified on the booking are welcome on the premises.
- Parties and gatherings are only permitted by prior arrangement. An event fee and bond would apply.
- Pets are not permitted.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
Cudo reserves the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.
