Elite Traveler September-October 2015

INSPIRE STYLISH VILLAS

Villa Rahimoana THE BAY OF ISLANDS, NEW ZEALAND

Rahimoana is the kingpin of five villas that form Eagle’s Nest, set in 44 acres of private headland near the historic town of Russell. Villa Rahimoana has an airfoil copper roof floating above sliding glass walls, an 82-foot infinity pool overlooking a private beach, a helipad, gym, sauna and wine cellar. With a simple palette of pale gray and white teamed with Italian leather furniture by the likes of Mies van der Rohe and Vico Magistretti, this is a minimalist masterpiece. Standout service A resident chef, spa therapist, personal trainer and private butler are on call. Special amenities A day spent fishing in remote locations that are only accessible by helicopter starts with a scenic flight over the Bay of Islands. Visit the Waipoua Forest with a local Maori guide, or borrow a complimentary mountain bike and go exploring. Number of rooms Four en-suite bedrooms – with jaw-dropping views and Nepalese rugs in shades that echo the granite balconies – sit in the corners of the villa. Two bedrooms have Ligne Roset Pop chairs. Contact William Hudson, general manager, william@eaglesnest.co.nz, +64 9403 8333, eaglesnest.co.nz Price From $7,369 per night, based on a three-night stay