Welcome to Riverview Lodge.
Riverview Lodge offers boutique accommodation.
Located just 5 miles from the Alpine Spa Resort town of Hanmer Springs, in the South Island of New Zealand.
The Lodge nestles on a plateau overlooking the beautiful Hanmer Springs valley of mountains, rivers and rural farmland. Riverview Lodge is personal and unique and with 3 rooms and “The Cottage”.
The lodge
Riverview Lodge has offered luxury accommodation and guided fly fishing for over 40 years.
Original owners John and Robin Gemmell are now enjoying a well-earned retirement.
The Location
Riverview Lodge overlooks the beautiful Hanmer Springs valley, the Waiau River and Spencer Mountain Range. It faces north with all day sunshine, evening hues, and beautiful sunsets. The views are one of the most spectacular in NZ which you can view from your own private deck. It has large established, spacious gardens, and the most spectacular panoramic views. Whether you come for accommodation, to relax or partake in outdoor pursuits, there is something for everyone to enjoy and with Hanmer Springs only 7 mins drive there is a world of exciting things to do on your doorstep. A truly relaxing and tranquil atmosphere.
GUEST TESTIMONY
Easily the best place to stay in Hanmer - amazing view to wake up to, very comfy bed with lots of space, delicious brekkie that comes with the booking, en-suite is great, very easy 5-10min drive into Hanmer. Hosts also super nice and helpful.
David - September 2023
PARADISE ELOPEMENT
Hey team!!
Just wanted to send a message and Thankyou all so so much for everything on Saturday , your location is absolutely breathtaking and will forever now be one of our favorite spots , we appreciate this opportunity so much and are so grateful you opened your doors to us to get married here on Saturday- all our dreams came true!!
So once again , Thankyou so much, Love from
Amanda and Jesse
Amanda - August 2023
GUEST TESTIMONY
The cottage was lovely. Better than expected with gorgeous views, a short stroll across the lawn to the main lodge deck gives you a beautiful view of the sunset. The cottage itself has everything you would need, really well appointed with yummy continental breakfast provided. Would definitely stay again 🙂
Steph - June 2023
GUEST TESTIMONY
Great spot. Lovely views and special touches, liked happy hour with the hosts. Highly recommended
Ruth - June 2023
GUEST TESTIMONY
We had such a great stay. Toni was super lovely and very welcoming. The place was very clean and continental breakfast was definitely a great bonus. Views were stunning. Highly recommended!
Christine - May 2023
GUEST TESTIMONY
We has such a lovely stay at Riverview Lodge. Toni and Sefton were very friendly and made us feel right at home. The views are stunning and we witnessed the most amazing sunset enjoying drinks on the deck. The breakfast was delicious and well presented. We also had a cheese platter included which was lovely. Thanks for a great stay!
Katie - May 2023
GUEST TESTIMONY
What a beautiful property. Peaceful with amazing mountain river and valley views. The little house was beautifully laid out and thoughtfully decorated. Bed and linen amazing. So many extras like breakfast and real coffee included. A 5 star stay.
Bernadette - May 2023
GUEST TESTIMONIAL
You owe it to yourself to stay here. Toni and Sefton are amazing hosts who went out of their way to make our stay memorable. Easy prompt communication and great people. Thank you so much and we would love to return again.
Sue - April 2023
GUEST TESTIMONIAL
Warmly welcomed to this comfortable & clean room by Toni & Sefton. Beautiful views with places to relax & unwind. Generous & delicious breakfast buffet options. We also enjoyed a delicious platter with wine. Lots of helpful local suggestions. Would highly recommend.
Fe - April 2023
GUEST’S TESTIMONY
We felt so fortunate to be able to stay with Toni & Sefton. Their property is absolutely beautiful with a really high-quality finish and the views were breathtaking. They were super helpful and dropped and collected us from the town so we could have a meal and a drink. It is rare to find such an outstanding Air BnB and I would recommend this place to everyone.
SARAH – March 23
GUEST’S TESTIMONY
Beautiful views, comfortable, home-away-from-home. Friendly and accommodating hosts. Will definitely stay there again. Highly recommended.
DAWN – March 23
GUEST’S TESTIMONY
The million-dollar view was breathtaking and something we will never forget. The room was clean and comfortable. The host was also very friendly and provided great recommendations for activities and restaurants in the area. Overall, it was a fantastic stay!
ELLAINE – March 2023
GUEST’S TESTIMONY
I cannot recommend this place enough, it's a must stay in Hamner Springs, such a lovely place and easy access with very nice touches that made us feel so welcome. Wish we could have stayed longer.
GEMMA – February 23
GUEST’S TESTIMONY
Best New Zealand experience so far. We have been welcomed so lovely and felt immediately like home. The house so nice and the view even better than on all pictures. Both owners are so communicative and interested. And their dogs and the cat an absolute highlight. Everything was so clean and having dinner on our own terrace with the view to the mountains down The Valley just unmatched. Thank you for having us and keep going like that.
RENE’ – February 23
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Please contact us regarding availability. Just send us a brief message with when you would like
to stay and what you want to do and we will get right back to you!