Kia ora, Welcome Ridge Country Retreat is perched high in the Papamoa Ranges and tucked away in 35 acres of lush native bush. Environmentally friendly - the ultimate in privacy and tranquility and the ultimate place to unwind and relax. Although this a Bed and Breakfast Retreat the Chef is available for big groups. International cuisine and innovative menus are an integral part of the Ridge Country Retreat experience, using free range and organic wherever possible. - savour the  flavours on offer from our Chefs. Onsite you have a geothermal lap pool with panoramic views across rolling green hills and valleys, Spa Pool and a Massage and Therapy suite.This beautiful Retreat caters for pampering both body and soul.Your own stylish, luxurious and spacious suite awaits you here. Eleven Suites in total including six villas with their own private geothermal outdoor bath. Tauranga's Ridge Country Retreat offers provision for : International Guests Conferencing Corporate Clients Weddings Ceremonies and Receptions Private Dinner Parties Luxury accommodation  Health and Wellbeing Private Birthday Celebrations Local and National Special Events Spa Weekends Holiday Retreats Health Retreats and has been designed in such a way that the whole experience is one never to be forgotten. Please click on Contact Us to make any enquiries. Geothermally heated Lap Pool Click here for nightly tariffs  Environmentally Friendly Villas Chemical free Geothermal Lap pool and Villa outdoor baths.Naturally hot geothermal water used to heat the hot water in the showers and the baths. All underfloor heating is by the geothermal water. The design of the villas have been such that they use natural air ventilation to give comfortable conditions. The entire waste system is environmentally friendly. RCR co-ordinates are 37444325 South/1761439.14 East