Otahuna Lodge, Christchurch, New Zealand

Housed in a 19th-century former private residence, this hotel is set in 30 acres of garden. Interiors include 15 wood-burning fireplaces as well as an original hand-carved staircase and a private art collection.

• Opened: 1 May

• Owners: Hall Cannon and Miles Refo

• General manager: Moira Johns

• Head chef: Jimmy McIntyre

• Bedrooms: seven

• Designer: Stephen Cashmore

• Facilities: include a fine-dining restaurant offering tasting menus as well as chef demonstrations and cooking classes. Leisure facilities feature a spa offering a range of treatments, as well as a heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi and tennis court.

• Prices: from NZ$700 (£260)

• Address: RD2, Rhodes Road, Tai Tapu, Christchurch, New Zealand

• Telephone: 00 643 329 6333

• Website: www.otahuna.co.nz