The Solitaire Lodge provides a luxurious setting where the accent is on total privacy. Here, one can explore areas of unspoiled natural beauty and sample the finest cuisine New Zealand has to offer. Never has a place been more aptly named than the Solitaire Lodge. Situated within a primeval garden created by a volcanic cataclysm, the resort provides the perfect escape from the humdrum of daily life. With only ten luxurious suites, the guests are guaranteed their privacy. Dining is taken in the dining room or out on the terrace, where both the wine and conversation flows. Whether fishing, skiing, boating, or simply relaxing by the lake, one is sure of an unforgettable break. What is more, in 2006, the Solitaire Lodge was awarded the title of Australasia Leading Resort at the World Travel Awards. This property was built in 1975 and remodeled in 2004.