Experience a uniquely intimate way to sleep and wake surrounded by New Zealand’s breathtaking landscapes at PurePods, a collection of glass eco-retreats offered by New Zealand In Depth. Each of the four PurePods sits on private farmland on the South Island, providing a single-room sanctuary with complete privacy from other pods. Constructed primarily of glass — even the bed’s headboard — these pods remove barriers like carpets, curtains, and ceilings so your view of the land and sky is uninterrupted. Slightly elevated above the ground, they create a gentle sense of floating within the environment.
Designed to deepen your connection with nature, the PurePods are intentionally off-grid: there is no Wi‑Fi, television, or cell reception. Eco-friendly systems include solar power, filtered rainwater, and natural composting facilities. Despite this back-to-nature approach, comfort is not sacrificed. Each pod is furnished with high-quality linens, underfloor heating, and a reliable solar-heated shower. Guests receive a private dinner served in their pod and a breakfast hamper delivered the following morning, making for a comfortable, self-contained stay.
The four PurePod locations are spread across the South Island: one close to Little River, two with panoramic views of the Kaikoura Mountains, and another perched in the vineyard-dotted hills above Waipara. Rates for stays that include dinner and breakfast, booked through New Zealand In Depth, start at $225 per person, per night. For travelers who want to blend a PurePod night into a broader itinerary, the company also offers a fully customized 12-day trip that covers both islands. From approximately $2,200 per person, that package can include transfers, boutique hotel and B&B accommodations, one night in a PurePod, a rental car, and the inter-island ferry, creating a seamless New Zealand adventure.