The main lodge and seven individual guest cabins at Poronui Ranch have evolved from what was once a rustic fishing camp into luxurious world class accommodation. It is a purpose built facility that has been designed to meet the needs of the most discerning angler. The accommodation has been created with traditional fishing and hunting lodge atmosphere in mind, but also combines elements of modern luxury with wonderful style.

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Guests usually meet for meals in the main lodge, and afterwards relax in comfort by the fire. Flies can be prepared for the following days' angling at the fully equipped fly-tying bench. All our guest cabins have high bandwidth internet access through our reliable wireless network.

The lodge kitchen is renowned for its outstanding game food and local fare. Venison, pork, lamb and wild duck come from the property and surrounding region, and the proximity to the ocean offers an abundance of fresh deep sea fish, salmon, lobster and mussels.

We host a weekly outdoor barbeque where visitors can enjoy the culinary experience of game sourced directly from the property. Poronui Ranch is a world away from major cities and their bustling restaurant scenes, yet the fabulous food and wine you will experience at the lodge is so typical of New Zealand’s low key, no fuss approach to regional gourmet excellence.

The lodge at Poronui Ranch boasts one of New Zealand’s finest modern underground cellars, featuring an extensive collection of award winning local and international wines. We store more than 10,000 bottles covering most recognized vintages, and the lodge regularly hosts wine tastings - which are a highlight of any visit. Our proximity to the renowned, and consistently excellent, wine producing region of Hawkes Bay, means that we complement all meals with some of New Zealand’s best new wines.

The lodge is a superb natural progression from the riverside camp it once was. It captures the spirit of leisurely informality that characterizes rural New Zealand, and retains the warmth and intimate hospitality for which our staff have earned such an enviable reputation over the last decade. More than anything, our guests are encouraged to relax and feel right at home.