Welcome to New Zealand at its Best
“Congratulations on publishing the 2015-16 edition of Organic Explorer.
The book is a terrific collection of New Zealand eco travel experiences ranging from well-known major operators to hidden gems throughout the country.
It’ll be a great travel companion for anyone exploring New Zealand and wanting to hunt out the best eco experiences on offer.
I wish you every success with your book”.
Kevin Bowler
Chief Executive, Tourism New Zealand
Hillside is a family owned and operated boutique hotel nestled on a hillside of the Taupiri Ranges adjoining a 300 acre private native forest conservation reserve in the midst of the 2500 acre Hillside Station a working beef and sheep farm.
The resort forms part of a sustainable agriculture vision for the property.
Hillside celebrates nature with classic design. Architecture inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and décor by the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Original artwork by Meryl Graham
Opened 28 October 2003
by the Minister of Tourism the Hon Mark Burton in the presence of the Maori Queen Dame Te Atairangikaahu
Our vision
is to create and operate a stylish hotel facility, sympathetic to the environment that will be a source of both pride and income for the family and local community.

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