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
The gift that keeps on giving, couldn't ask for any more. Thanks to the hosts Pete and Caroline, for a fantastic stay we will be back again. Rowan &
ROWAN AND REBECCA ... NZL
Beautiful House and views, lovely hosts and delicious breakfasts. We will miss Peter, Caroline, the dogs and New Zealand. What a paradise!!
DWIGHT & FAMILY ... USA
Now we know what heaven looks and feels like… Our stay at Marino Ridge will be with us for the rest of our lives together. We cannot thank you enough
PETER & QUINN ... USA
Everything was AMAZING. Food, views, service were all superb
MIKE AND KRISTEN ... 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
We thoroughly enjoyed the amazing views and beautiful property. Thanks for a great start to our Kiwi vacation!!
MICHAEL G ... GBR
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
Thank you for sharing you little piece of paradise with us - we feel blessed - best wishes.
MARYANN AND GRAEME ... NZL
Arrived 59.364 and departed a fully rejuvenated 60.001. Thank you Caroline and Peter for your hospitality, attention to detail and all round creation of heaven
SHELLY AND STUART ... AUS