Cara Cropper (left), Pen Cropper and Barb Grieve keep cycling in the family.<\/p>\n
Being fluent in French and knowing the regions well, her tours have been well supported over the years.<\/p>\n
She handed her French cycle tours to another daughter Kath, and now, with Pen by her side, she\u2019s bringing that same warmth, experience, and intergenerational spark to the local landscape.<\/p>\n
For Pen, the inspiration for these new tours is deeply personal. She grew up watching her mother guide hundreds of Kiwis on cycling tours in France, always with laughter, tasty food, and great company. <\/p>\n
Now, based in Hawke\u2019s Bay, she is excited to carry on the tradition, with Barb right beside her.<\/p>\n
\u201cMum has always said the best way to see a place is on two wheels,\u201d says Pen.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s unique about Lawn Road Retreat\u2019s Luxury Cycling Holidays is that each four-night, three-day experience combines activity and indulgence, with guided daily cycling, world-class wine and food, and the comfort of returning each night to the retreat.<\/p>\n
Guests can book as individuals, couples, or groups, with all bikes provided (including electric options). Or you can bring your own familiar bike if you prefer.<\/p>\n
Picture yourself being guided daily, cycling through vineyards, valleys, and coastline, tasting locally produced wines at Craggy Range Winery, Clearview Estate Winery & Crab Farm Vineyard.<\/p>\n
Take a coastal ride to Cape Kidnappers and enjoy a guided gannet colony visit and experience outstanding gourmet platters and lunches at local eateries.<\/p>\n
Take a scenic ride along Napier\u2019s waterfront, stopping off and learning about a piece of local history, the 1931 earthquake.<\/p>\n
After a day on the bike, indulge yourself in a chef-prepared dinner each night with local fresh produce, then take a soak in a hot tub while looking out to beautiful, landscaped gardens.<\/p>\n
Spacious living areas have been designed for connection, relaxation, and indulgence, with options to play tennis, p\u00e9tanque, or volleyball after a day\u2019s cycling.<\/p>\n
With eight ensuite bedrooms available, you can enjoy this experience with family and friends in one place.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere\u2019s nothing else like this in Hawke\u2019s Bay,\u201d says Pen. \u201cWhether you come as a pair, a family, or a group of friends, the tours are designed to bring people together. It\u2019s as much about hospitality and shared experiences as it is about the cycling.\u201d<\/p>\n
Lawn Road Retreat<\/p>\n
Lawn Road Retreat began as a family project to transform a modest building in the heart of Hawke\u2019s Bay into a warm and welcoming retreat.<\/p>\n
Today, it is a private sanctuary for groups of all kinds, offering space to relax, reconnect and celebrate.<\/p>\n
With its expansive gardens, ensuite accommodation and warm, welcoming atmosphere, the retreat has become a sought-after base for milestone birthdays, family gatherings, weddings, and corporate escapes.<\/p>\n
Bookings Open<\/p>\n
Tours run Monday through to Friday. <\/p>\n