Luxury with a light footprint
Sustainability at Pīhopa is not a policy – it is a practice, woven into every decision we make. We are proud to be carbon positive certified, a Kaitiaki member of the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary, a signatory of the Tiaki Promise, and holders of New Zealand’s Qualmark 5-Star and Gold Tier Sustainable Tourism accreditation – independently benchmarked against Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards.
Environmental Initiatives
Everything we do at Pīhopa Retreat has the aim of having as low an impact as possible on our surroundings to ensure that it stays beautiful for the visitors of the future.
Pīhopa Retreat is located in Bishopdale and has for 170 years been a focal point in the life of the Nelson Diocese. With its historic chapel, residence, well-kept grounds and protected trees it is a unique area. As the current guardians of this special location, we want to ensure it is looked after for its guardians of the future.
Our environmental journey began when we established Pīhopa Retreat and within 6 months, we achieved our Qualmark 5-star gold-tier accreditation. Since then, we have continued to develop and improve our sustainability practices.
Our mission
Our commitment to sustainability underpins the way we host, grow, and operate. We strive to reduce impact, champion local businesses, and foster a culture of wellbeing – for our guests, our team, and the environment.
Feel free to view our Sustainability Report.
