Located on 3000 acres opposite Ocean Beach, Wharekauhau Country Estate Palliser Bay is 1.5 hours from Wellington's central business district and 2 hours from Wellington Airport. Hawkes Bay is a 4-hour drive away.   The ocean-facing cottages feature a double spa bath, a fireplace, and antique furniture. A satellite TV, iPod docking station, and free Wi-Fi are included in all cottages.   The dinner menu includes modern interpretations of New Zealand classics, including the famed Texel Lamb. You can choose from a continental buffet or a wide selection of cooked items for breakfast. Pre-dinner drinks and canapés are available in the lounge and sunny courtyard.   The Wharekauhau Country Estate has a day spa, a tennis court, and an outdoor pool. A fitness center, horseback riding, ATV quad biking, archery, croquet lawn, and pétanque field are all available.