Our Story
With backgrounds in ultra high-end hospitality we dreamed of treating our friends and guests to the same levels of luxury, fine cuisine and service that we'd known. This spectacular setting on Waiheke Island was the perfect place to realise our vision.
Peter previously served in the Royal New Zealand Navy, then worked in computing then tourism and later spent 10 years as a superyacht captain in the US and Europe. Caroline had 25 years with Air New Zealand as international cabin crew. In 2003 they combined their complementary skills, with Caroline the stewardess and chef and Peter captain on various superyachts, working with one family for seven years.
It was during these years cruising the Mediterranean and Scandinavia that their concept of offering luxury hosted accommodation in retirement after boating took shape. And late in December 2014 their dream was finally realised when Marino Ridge opened to welcome its first guests.
Completing the welcoming party are two friendly Standard Poodles - originally Isla, who was born in 2011 but who passed tragically in mid 2017, and her nephew Fabio, born in 2014. In November 2017 2 year old Libby joined us after completing her breeding duties, so now Peter, Caroline, Fabio and Libby look forward to meeting you!
What our previous guests have said
Having seen the most magical places in the world we were surprised by the exquisite beauty of Marino Ridge. The view from our room is unique in the world,
VAL AND ERIC ... EUROPE
A wonderful relaxing stay at this lovely place. We have really enjoyed the hospitality, the comfort and design of the place, and the delicious food and wine. A
RELUCA & JOHN ... USA
Can't wait to come back it is so wonderful. Thank you for the lovely stay and beautiful people.
CHARLIE & PEGGY ... USA
Thank you for having us!! BEST GET AWAY EVER...
LORENA AND ANDREW ... NZL
Thank you so much for an unforgettable weekend! Thank you for sharing our wedding anniversary with us. We loved every bit of our stay and will be back.
BRENT AND LEANNE ... NZL
After spending an active two weeks hiking and biking and boating in the South Island we were ready to be pampered in the north island. We were delighted to
DAVID AND MICHELE ... USA
Beyond Superb!! Outstanding home, location, and warmth. Caroline and Peter feel like family. So very sorry to leave. Until the next visit thank you so much!
BILL AND SHARON ... USA
An absolutely sublime experience, one that we can't hope to repeat unless we return. Which we shall. Caroline and Pete - thank you so much!
FIONA & MAC ... CAN
Words do not describe... The hospitality and ambience; Caroline and Peter exceeded all of our expectations. It was like staying with friends.
DONNA, CHIP, CLAUDIA, DAN ... USA