Luxury Boutique Country Lodge

Welcome to a haven of peace and repose offering five star luxury country accommodation in the stunning Nelson region of New Zealand.

An oasis of comfort, fine food and warm hospitality, our unique colonial homestead is situated in a beautiful setting of fourth generation apple and pear orchard and gardens. Our lodge is an award-winning, stylish country home featuring native timbers, stained glass, chapel ceilings, expansive windows, sunny decks and outdoor nooks with views of the estuary, native ferns, expansive gardens and magnificent Mt Arthur ranges.

Our four generous suites promise the utmost in comfort and privacy. Enjoy complimentary evening platters of delicious delicacies along with fine local wine and wake up to a sumptuous, gourmet breakfast at a time to suit you.

Wander amongst the tranquil setting of our two-acre woodland garden, making the most of our pool, rose garden, tennis court or giant chess set. Set in the heart of the Nelson region, we are a perfect place from which to explore the cafes, galleries, wineries, national parks and beaches of the Nelson region.

We look forward to welcoming you to our country paradise.

Stroll to the grass tennis court or the petanque lawn for some light exercise, or relax under the pagoda or in the
sun by the pool. Enjoy a leisurely game of garden chess
or meander through our two acres of peonies, which are grown for flower production and exported throughout the world from October to December. Join Richard in our
40-hectare orchard to see how Nelson fruit begins its journey to supermarket shelves across the UK and the USA.

Explore our garden rooms and delight in finding new outdoor nooks as you wander around. Designed to compliment the seasons, they make the most of the spring drifts of peonies and azaleas, summer roses and rambling herbaceous borders and red leaves of autumn. Or wander along our native forest walk, complete with fantails.

Savour Nelson chardonnay and a platter of local delicacies
in the summerhouse, while looking out at the birds over the pond or revel in the views from your balcony.

Luxury Boutique Country Lodge - The Lodge is set in the heart of the Nelson region's rural hinterland at Mariri. Close to the Moutere Inlet, with its tidal changes and wading birds, the lodge also takes in the sweeping views of Tasman Bay.

Nelson is famous for its summer sunshine, beautiful beaches and breath-taking scenery. There are three National Parks to explore covering coastal to alpine lake areas and there are plenty of opportunities to fish for trout in the Motueka River or the Nelson Lakes National Park.

Nearby Motueka has several good restaurants, as does Mapua. Both are a short drive away. They are havens for local artists and craftspeople and it is well worth exploring some of the galleries in both townships. With over 350 artists living and working in the Nelson region, there is plenty to see. The excellent regional guidebook, Art in its Own Place guides you through country roads to some of the best on offer. You can sample some of the local boutique produce at wine and food tasting rooms around the area, or simply take in the views.

For the more active, there are golf courses, native bush and mountain hikes, hunting, garden trails, city shopping, mountain bike riding, rock climbing, para gliding, windsurfing, skydiving, four wheel driving and horse riding. The Abel Tasman National Park is a popular destination for swimming, walking and kayaking.

Testimonials:

21.12.2004
N&S Tuppenden - Brighton, UK
Great hospitality and outstanding local
knowledge, made it a joy.

05.03.2004
J&J Springarm - Glen Head, New York, USA
Beautiful, comfortable and food delicious.
Ambience and hospitality the best! Thanks.

28.02.2004
C&J Usher - Seattle, USA
Our 5th stay!! Our favorite place to stay anywhere!

We have four guest suites, each designed and furnished for the ultimate in comfort.

Each is unique and individual, but all boast rich, warm coloured timbers and fabrics, antiques, local art work and family photographs, sunny balconies and luxurious bathrooms. All suites are connected to the Internet with Jetstream.

Sink into goose-down duvets on huge beds at the end of your day and wake again to a delicious gourmet breakfast
on the deck overlooking the pool.

An evening platter of local delicacies, complimentary drinks and a delicious gourmet breakfast are included in the tariff. Click here to see our delicious breakfast menu.

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Paeony Suite
On the top floor, the Paeony Suite has one super king room, one twin room, its own lounge and library, kitchenette, bathroom and two balconies.

Charlotte Suite
Wake up and step out onto the lawn or to the pool side
from the Charlotte Suite.

Thomason Suite
The deep rimu framed windows of the Thomason Suite
open out to bring the leafy sun filtered gardens indoors.

Vanessa Suite
French doors open out from the Vanessa Suite's
super-king bedroom onto a deck above the pool perfection for breakfast.