Hawthorne House sits in the heart of the Hawke’s Bay countryside

This Edwardian villa sits in the heart of the Hawke’s Bay countryside. Surrounded by pastureland and within an easy drive to local wineries, the pretty village of Havelock North with boutiques and cafes and a 40- minute drive to the art-deco city of Napier. 

Avid collectors of art, painting, photography, glass, sculpture and ceramics, Peter and Paul love the opportunity to display their collection at Hawthorne House.Your hosts Peter and Paul welcome guests with a complimentary drink and canapes on arrival. 

Four luxe ensuite bedrooms, with super king beds, comfortable chairs to relax and a modern ensuite bathroom organic Real World toiletries from Hawke’s Bay, together with robes and slippers to add a touch of luxury. A tempting minibar filled with a selection of complimentary local wines, beers, ciders and fruit juices,Hawthorne Coffee Roasters plunger coffee and fine teas sourced from New Zealand, together with special local treats. Each bedroom opens to the verandah with relaxing garden views.

Wake to a gourmet cooked and continental breakfast served each morning in the dining room, or outdoors on a summer morning. Locally sourced and organic produce including free range eggs from their own chickens and home crafted jams from the orchard.

Your hosts are happy to arrange specially curated off-the-beaten path experiences. Hawthorne House is just minutes from some of the region’s best wineries, artisan food producers, cycling trails and golf courses such as renowned Cape Kidnappers.

Hawthorne House – A Timeless Retreat in Hawke’s Bay Wine Country
Tucked away in the heart of Hawke’s Bay wine country, surrounded by rolling pastures and lush gardens, Hawthorne House is an elegant heritage villa offering warmth, charm, and effortless luxury.

A Stay Steeped in Comfort & Style
Built in the early 1900s, this beautifully restored Edwardian villa features four thoughtfully designed guest rooms, each with:

Super King beds for the ultimate night’s sleep.
Comfortable chairs to sink into with a book or a glass of wine.
Modern ensuite bathrooms with walk-in showers, plush robes, slippers, and locally crafted Real World organic toiletries.

French doors opening to verandahs and tranquil gardens—perfect for a quiet morning coffee or evening wine.
A Taste of Hawke’s Bay
Your in-room minibar is stocked with complimentary local wines, craft beers, ciders, and fruit juices, along with Hawthorne Coffee Roasters plunger coffee and premium Zealong teas—all sourced from the best of the region.

Guests love to gather on the verandah for sunset drinks and nibbles on arrival, sharing travel stories over a glass of wine as the evening light fades over the gardens.

Each morning, wake to a gourmet cooked and/or continental breakfast, featuring fresh, locally sourced produce—because Hawke’s Bay is famous for its artisan foods.