Built in 1896, the historic Lupton Lodge features free gourmet breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Flat-screen satellite TV, a DVD player and fluffy bathrobes are standard in all rooms. Whangarei Falls are just a 5-minute drive away. All air-conditioned rooms have a CD player and a tea and coffee maker. Each room features polished wooden floors, high ceilings and large windows. Lupton Lodge Glenbervie is 15 minutes’ drive from Whangarei, and 25 minutes’ drive from Whangarei Airport. Whale Bay and Whangaumu Bay are each a 20-minute drive away. Guests can enjoy picking fruit in the orchard, or relax on the sunny terrace. The guest lounge is the perfect place to read a book or play a game of billiards. Free parking is available on site. Breakfast options include fresh juices, eggs and a selection of fresh bread and bagels. The dinner menu is based on fresh local produce and is served in the guest-only dining room upon request.