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
Thank you for being such gracious hosts and sharing your beautiful home with us (and your sweet dogs). This was the perfect start to our honeymooon!
JOHN AND SIOBHÁN ... USA
Peter and Caroline: Thank you for sharing your slice of Paradise!
JANE AND MICHAEL ... AUS
Thank you for an amazing stay. See you next time. XXX
MADDI AND JORDAN ... NZL
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
This visit has been like a dream. Between the gorgeous views and wonderful hosts - we can't wait to come back.
MIRIAM AND GABE ... USA
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
This is just like staying with good friends if your good friends happen to have impeccable taste and world class cooking. Peter and Caroline - thank you for an
SIMON & MAIA ... USA
Thank you for sharing you little piece of paradise with us - we feel blessed - best wishes.
MARYANN AND GRAEME ... NZL
Refined and relaxing, Marino Ridge brings together the best of luxury accommodation. Its magnificent location on a private Waiheke Island peninsula creates an
BECCA AND CLAUDIO ... GBR