Five star Earthsong Lodge has been created from the essence of nature in a unique island paradise where earth sea and sky embrace you. Earthsong Lodge is one of New Zealand’s finest small and intimate five star accommodation Lodges.Earthsong has been created with sustainable design principles using natural, recycled and renewable resources. The Lodge is positioned to blend harmoniously with the native forest landscape and panoramic ocean views. Earthsong Lodge is a luxury retreat for those seeking to experience the Auckland region's best island wilderness paradise.In fact, we say that a stay at Earthsong Lodge is the perfect antidote to city and fast life. With exceptional service and kiwi hospitality, you will discover and savour the finest taste sensations of Earthsong's elegant cuisine and cellar of fine wines. At Earthsong, the intimate and romantic ambience, and the tranquillity of the lodge all create memories to treasure.
Great Barrier Island, this virtually undiscovered paradise is easily accessible by scheduled 30 minute flights across the majestic waters of the Hauraki Gulf from Auckland with breathtaking views of the Coromandel Peninsula and outer Gulf islands. Earthsong Lodge provides courtesy transfers from the island airport. Private helicopter charters are available to the Earthsong helipad for direct access. The essence of nature is captured on Great Barrier Island. Lush subtropical forests, dramatic landscapes, and white sandy beaches take your breath away. A highlight is to hike the groomed forest trails and soak in natural thermal springs. Visitors can discover the awesome coastal scenery and the island’s abundant fishing grounds or take an eco-tour through Glenfern, a treasured wildlife sanctuary. New Zealand’s best island wilderness will soothe the spirit and challenge the adventurous.

Great Barrier Island has a rich human history dating back a thousand years to the great Polynesian explorer, Kupe. In November 1769 Captain James Cook, was the first European to sight the island. A tough pioneering history of logging and mining on Great Barrier Island has taught the local community valuable lessons about respecting the environment. Today, over 60% of the island is protected as conservation estate or Reserves for future generations to enjoy. Great Barrier Island, the fourth largest island in New Zealand, is sparsely populated, a community which thrives without reticulated power or water.

The pioneering spirit and conservation ethic are strong; many residents choose to extract their power directly from the elements -sun, wind and water and in so doing have a built up an enviable reputation in the field of alternative energy. These environmental values were a strong influence in choosing Great Barrier Island for the location of Earthsong Lodge as a sustainable eco-tourism accommodation lodge and hotel. Created on the remnants of an early pioneering family farm that had become unproductive, Earthsong is nestled below a ridge-line and blends harmoniously with the landscape.

Earthsong Lodge is environmentally sustainable:
The lodge walls are insulated with straw bales made from the leftover stems of harvested wheat grain. The use of straw reduces the amount of carbon monoxide pollution when this waste product is otherwise burnt. Straw bale construction uses less lumber than the construction methods most prevalent today. The straw bale method of construction is thermally efficient and energy conserving, optimizing passive solar gain for heating, this means the lodge is super energy efficient (cool in summer/warm in winter). The plastered straw bale walls are finished with a breathable silicate colouring which allows for the exchange of fresh air through the walls providing a healthy and environmentally safe living space.

Power production and energy usage:
The extensive use of solar panels for electricity production allows Earthsong Lodge to minimize the use of fossil fuels. Solar panels are also used to heat the lodge water supply. The passive solar effect of the straw bale insulation in the lodge reduces the amount of energy required. Throughout the lodge lighting is provided by long-life, low energy light bulbs which use 80% less power consumption than standard lighting. Energy consumption is further reduced by the installation of low energy electrical appliances. Roofing material is 'Onduline' a product made from waste paper. This is non-corrosive, and ideal for the collection of potable rain water. Water collected in this way supplies the needs of the lodge. Insulation is further enhanced in the ceiling cavities which are insulated with natural wool fibre insulation, a product of the New Zealand wool industry. Earthsong Lodge has an aerobic waste water treatment plant for the processing and cleaning of effluent and waste water. This 'biocycle' system treats all the effluent produced by the lodge to a level where it is then used for crop and tree irrigation. Eco-friendly cleaning products are used exclusively at Earthsong Lodge to eliminate the risk of phosphate pollution.

Cancellation Policy

In the event we are unable to replace a cancelled reservation, the following applies: 25% of the total cost will be charged if a booking is cancelled within 30 days prior to arrival. Should cancellation be made within 7 days of arrival there will be a 100% surcharge for the room nights cancelled.