Otahuna Lodge, Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
This is an intimate, exclusive retreat set in an 1895 homestead and surrounded by 30 acres of botanical gardens. Seven generous suites retain grand architectural features from the 19th century, such as open fireplaces, carved inglenooks and stained-glass windows. Located 20 minutes' drive from the centre of Christchurch, it's the ideal place from which to explore the region's wineries, private gardens, championship golf, world-class fishing, as well as the world's rarest dolphins.