Set high above Nelson on a private 126‑acre estate, Okoro Villa is a luxury retreat offering complete seclusion, refined design and sweeping views across Tasman Bay toward the Abel Tasman coastline. Surrounded by native bush and birdsong yet only minutes from Nelson city and airport, the villa blends privacy with ease of access. Every stay is thoughtfully curated, combining exceptional hospitality, bespoke dining by a private chef, and beautifully designed spaces that invite rest, reconnection and understated indulgence.
Accommodation
Okoro Villa – Exclusive Use
The full Okoro Villa (including The Treehouse) can be reserved as an exclusive residence for up to eight guests, making it ideal for families, small groups or special celebrations. The villa features multiple king suites, spacious open‑plan living and dining areas, and interiors inspired by natural tones and textures that reflect the surrounding landscape. Guests enjoy complete privacy, uninterrupted views, and exclusive use of the estate’s wellness facilities, including the heated infinity pool, sauna, plunge pool and cedar hot tub.
The Okoro Suite
Designed for couples seeking an intimate yet indulgent escape, the Okoro Suite offers a luxurious private stay within the villa. The suite includes a generous bedroom, elegant ensuite, walk‑in wardrobe and a private lounge area, all with direct outdoor access and spectacular views. Guests staying in the Okoro Suite enjoy shared access to the villa’s dining spaces and wellness amenities, combining personal privacy with the atmosphere and service of the wider estate.
The Treehouse
Tucked among native trees and elevated above the estate, the Treehouse is a secluded retreat for two guests. With refined interiors and its own private deck, the Treehouse offers immersion in nature and a strong sense of escape. Guests enjoy both privacy and comfort, along with access to Okoro Villa’s shared facilities, dining experiences and wellness spaces.
Dining
Dining is a signature element of the Okoro Villa experience. All stays include bespoke meals prepared by the resident private chef, with menus tailored to individual tastes and dietary needs. Using the finest regional produce, local seafood and ingredients from the villa’s kitchen gardens, each day begins with beautifully prepared breakfasts, while evenings unfold with canapés followed by refined multi‑course dinners. Meals can be enjoyed in elegant indoor dining spaces or outdoors, often timed to capture the villa’s renowned sunsets.
Experiences
Okoro Villa is designed as a place to relax, restore and reconnect. Guests can unwind in the heated infinity pool overlooking Tasman Bay, soak in the cedar hot tub, or rejuvenate in the sauna and plunge pool. Walking tracks and nature immersion experiences wind through the estate, offering peaceful moments surrounded by native flora and birdsong. Additional personalized experiences such as private yoga, massage, guided outdoor adventures or helicopter transfers can be arranged, creating a deeply restorative stay that balances refined luxury with a strong sense of place.
