Luxurious warmth with a magnificent view

Feel the tension melt away as you take the time to relax and refresh in luxurious comfort . Wrap around views to the sea and mountains from your room, the deck and hot tub. Lounging furniture ensures you enjoy that cup of coffee or glass of wine while the sun rises or sun sets.

Waiting for you to relax in is your private kiwi-style apartment with either one or two bespoke accommodation rooms which include a fully provisioned continental breakfast. Sleeping up to four people Sunlover offers sensational views, excellent hosts and an all-round blissful experience we trust you will never forget.

Your health and safety is top of mind for us. We maintain strict hygiene practices however vaccine passes are no longer required. Private entrance, private ensuite bathroom, huge decks, kitchenette, BBQ all with an indoor or outdoor bath to choose from. Ahhhh ... now you can relax.

For 7 years running, Sunlover Retreat has been voted Travellers Choice. 2022 is no exception placing Sunlover in the top 1% on Trip Advisor.

Here's what makes your stay with us special

Relax and Refresh

Imagine sitting on your private deck as you indulge in a delicious continental breakfast watching the sun rise and listening to the birds sing.

Loads of space

Inside or out - we have you covered. Large decks and huge lounge with full entertainment area. Views from every room, baths and hot tub.

Bespoke Accommodation

Floor to ceiling windows ensure you enjoy every moment of the view. The birds, sunrises, sunsets and the water all from the comfort of your bed.

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What our guests have said

"We stayed for 3 fabulous nights and loved every minute. Chris and Donna are warm and welcoming hosts who made us feel at home in their fantastic house. The breathtaking views across the estuary from the balconies are incredible, watching the birds in the sunshine is a delight and there is...

Brighton & Hove, United Kingdom

We were lucky enough to have Donna Brooke from Sunlover Retreat put together a very special wedding for us at the beach in beautiful Tairua. Donna and her husband Chris went above and beyond to make sure our stay at Sunlover was enjoyable, memorable and all round epic. We couldn’t have...

Rochelle and Wilhelm, New Zealand

This is one of the nicest places I have ever stayed. Wonderful views very comfortable accommodation run by delightful people. Chris and Donna made us so welcome in their lovely home, every comfort had been thought of, a beautiful residents lounge with fridge AND ice machine for the G&Ts,...

Philippa, United Kingdom