Queenstown’s Sherwood Hotel is set to join the Independent Collection by EVT from late November.

The hotel, which was founded 10 years ago by Queenstown based property investor and entrepreneur Adam Smith, was recently acquired by RF Corval.

Under the freshly inked management agreement with EVT, the hotel will continue to be run by General Manager Hayley Scott, with Food and Beverage director Chris Scott also remaining.

Sherwood Hotel is highly regarded for its strong focus on sustainability and local culture and is recognised in a global top 10 of sustainable hotels as voted by Expedia travellers.

RF Corval, which has focused on reducing the carbon footprint across its portfolio, aims to ensure that this legacy continues through this partnership with EVT.

“We are proud to have been selected as the operator of Sherwood Hotel Queenstown, a reflection of our agile and experienced management of hotels though our Independent Collection, especially ones as unique as Sherwood,” said EVT Hotels and Resorts Director of Development, Peter Hill.

“Our vision for this property perfectly aligns with the hotel’s ethos of sustainability, local engagement and memorable guest experiences.

“Together with RF Corval, we will continue to build Sherwood’s reputation as one of the top boutique hotels in New Zealand, offering guests a truly immersive and responsible travel experience.”

Among the hotel’s sustainable is a freshly planted vegetable and herb garden which supplies the two-hat restaurant and bar onsite, known for its hyper-seasonal menu using locally sourced produce from Central Otago.

Regarded as a cosy retreat, guests can engage in wellness amenities including yoga, a sauna, massage therapy, and meditation.

“RF Corval is delighted to partner with EVT and the amazing Sherwood team to bring the hotel into its next era,” said RF Corval Senior Investment Manager of Hotels, Maria Verner.

“We look forward to building on the current success of the property and are confident in EVT’s impressive track record across hospitality and exemplary customer experience. Sherwood is a unique hotel that leaves a lasting impression on every guest, and we are extremely proud to take on the ownership of this property.”

RF Corval is set to invest in elevating the hotel offering, beginning with an upgrade of all guest rooms.