See Tonys review about Knapdale Eco Lodge. Knapdale is a tranquil utopia, only 10 minutes from Gisborne airport and yet a world apart from urban living. Gisborne is the First City in the World to greet the Sun each day. It is located on the East Coast of New Zealand. We have breathtaking beaches with excellent surf and freedom camping is allowed. Come to Knapdale Eco Lodge to relax and enjoy superb food which is mostly grown in our own garden. Go for a leisurely stroll around the lake or through our well tracked forest. Feed the animals or pick some oranges for your freshly squeezed breakfast juice. Listen to the birds and look out over a stunning landscape while enjoying award winning Gisborne wines.