Serve. Rally. Recover. Repeat.
THE PICKLEBALL EXPERIENCE
Lawn Road Retreat opened its full-size pickleball court in 2026, and it’s quickly become one of the most popular reasons groups book. Whether you’re a competitive club, a mixed group of enthusiasts, or a team looking to mix some sport with some serious downtime — the setup here is hard to beat.
The court sits within the property grounds, with the hot tub, pool, and outdoor entertaining area all nearby. Play morning and evening. Spend the middle of the day eating, resting, or exploring the Hawke’s Bay wine trail. Come back and do it again.
Groups organise their own play — whether that’s casual round robins, structured tournaments, or bringing in your own coach or facilitator for the weekend. The property gives you the space; you bring the game.
THE COURT
Properly built. Properly surfaced. Ready to play.
A purpose-built pickleball court — not an afterthought or a repurposed driveway. The surface is suited to year-round play, with regulation dimensions and enough run-off to play comfortably. The adjacent tennis court means evening sessions are possible once the Hawke’s Bay sun goes down.
Paddles and balls available at the property. Bring your own gear if you prefer — there’s plenty of storage, and we can help you plan the logistics of a full retreat schedule.
TOTAL AREA
19 x 10 metres
OPENED
2026
EVENING PLAY
Adjacent tennis court lighting
EQUIPMENT
Paddles & balls on site
RETREAT FORMATS
Your group, your format.
Every pickleball retreat looks different. Here are some of the ways groups use Lawn Road Retreat for a pickleball weekend — all self-organised, or with a coach or facilitator you bring along.
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Club Weekend Away
Club members or regular playing partners who want more than a Saturday session. Book the whole property, set up your own round robin, and make a proper weekend of it.
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Coached Retreat
Bring your own coach or clinician and use the property as a base. Morning sessions on court, afternoons free to explore Hawke’s Bay, evenings together. A structured weekend that doesn’t feel like work.
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Social Group Escape
Not a competitive club, just a group who love playing. Come for the sport, stay for the hot tub, the wine, and the fact that for once no one has to drive home at the end of the evening.
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Mixed Ability Weekend
A mix of keen players and curious beginners is fine. The court is the draw, but the property gives everyone somewhere to be — whether they’re on court or not.
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Corporate Team Sport
Sport as a team-building format. Use the meeting room in the morning, the court in the afternoon. Pickleball is accessible enough that beginners and experienced players compete on roughly equal terms — which tends to level a room.
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Tournament Mini-Camp
Preparing for an upcoming tournament? A focused long weekend with structured practice, good food, and quality recovery time. The hot tub is a legitimate part of your training plan.
BACK AT THE RETREAT
RECOVERY
14-seat hot tub
COOL DOWN
Saltwater pool
REFUEL
Two fully equipped kitchens
SLEEP
8/9 ensuite bedrooms
ALSO ON SITE
Tennis court, pool table, lawn games
★★★★★ EXCELLENT · 65+ GOOGLE REVIEWS
★★★★★
“Nineteen of our family gathered to celebrate Ian’s 90th birthday. Eight came from England. We found activities right here for everyone from our three year old great grandson to sports enthusiasts. Weather cooperated and we had a great three days.”
IAN LIVINGSTONE · Google Review
★★★★★
“We had a fantastic stay at Lawn Road Retreat, it really suited our large group of 17. I highly recommend this place — luxury inside, and so much to enjoy. Loved the new hot tub, playing tennis and pool table, we enjoyed our evenings around the outside fire and having wood fired pizzas. Well equipped kitchen, everything you need!”
JULIE-ANNE GOLDSACK · Google Review
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