If superb kiwi hospitality, a peaceful location and gourmet food & wine are amongst your pleasures in life then you have come to the right place…
Your host, renowned Chef Malcolm Redmond, invites you to truly relax and enjoy private, luxury lodge accommodation, nestled in the picturesque valley of Omarunui in the sunny Hawke’s Bay.
Experience Malcolm’s exquisite cuisine using only the best, fresh seasonal produce from his organic garden and local markets. Malcolm hand picks reserve Hawke’s Bay and other excellent New Zealand wines, so you can take pleasure in an unforgettable fine dining experience.
The Lodge is conveniently situated only minutes drive from Napier, Hastings, Taradale and the Napier Airport.

Each private guest bedroom has a spectacular view overlooking a vineyard and expansive rural landscape. All of the rooms are air conditioned and have their own ensuite bathroom.
The downstairs suite has wheel chair access and an easy access to the guest lounge and dining room.
The guest dining room is a focal point of the house. This room is particularly special, with a stunning rural aspect over the vineyard. With an inviting, relaxed, sumptuous feel to it, this is the perfect environment to experience Malcolm’s superb cuisine. You will sit with other guests to enjoy conversation, swap stories or share tales of your day out in Wine Country Hawke’s Bay.
With it’s spectacular view the private guest lounge is a place you can relax. The French doors lead you out to the patio where you can get a closer look at the surroundings and enjoy the fresh air. If you choose to spend time inside, there are plenty of good books to read, music to listen to and other guests to socialise with.
This lounge has air conditioning for those hot summer nights and a wonderful open fire to sit by during the crisp winter evenings.

Double Room $800 per night

Our rates include:
•    GST (Goods and Service Tax)
•    Pre-dinner drinks
•    5 Course dinner
•    Full breakfast
•    Activity booking service
Wine consumed during dinner is the only additional cost.

Bed and breakfast only – $550 per night

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a cooking class and learn culinary skills from a renown Chef who is happy to share with you some of the tricks of the trade.

You will be given a glass of bubbly on arrival and have time to meet and chat with the rest of the group before the class begins. A typical lesson teaches you skills for preparing a 3 course gourmet dinner menu, with ideas for matching wines.

After the class, you sit down to eat together in the dining room where Malcolm will provide a wine match for each course. This gives you an opportunity for general conversation, to gain knowledge about the choosen wine, to discuss any other culinary questions you may have, and of course enjoy the food!

If you have your own suggestions for a cooking class, Malcolm can tailor one to suit you.
Cooking classes at the Lodge are a great way to meet new people, share a fun experience with a friend or give a unique gift to a special person.

If you are interested in booking a class, please get in touch using the Contact form on the left of this page  or give Malcolm a call 
on (06) 844 9411.

Malcolm Redmond

My passion for cooking goes back to my childhood days on the home farm near Methven. My mother was a perfectionist when it came to food and was famous for her hospitality in our community. She was my inspiration.
Occasionally people would call to the house to do ‘business’, but rather than let work dictate their schedule, they often arrived at morning or afternoon tea time perhaps drawn by aromas from the kitchen when food was being served! A beautiful table would be laden with an array of up to ten different cakes as well as beautiful scones, pikelets or muffins all fresh out of the oven that morning. I always enjoyed helping in the kitchen and often collected recipes from my Aunty Maude’s where I used to spend my holidays.

After I left school, I went to work with Maurice Ashworth, a British trained chef working in Franz Joseph. Maurice spurred my interest in furthering my culinary journey which took me to the Royal New Zealand Air Force where I passed the London City and Guilds cookery qualification with Distinction.

While I was in the Air Force, I worked in as many other kitchens as I could to extend my repertoire. After 20 years of culinary adventures in the Air Force, I then moved on and spent time at the prestigious Huka Lodge in Taupo, The George Hotel in Christchurch and the restaurants at Te Awa Farm and Church Road wineries in the Hawkes Bay. I was resident Executive Chef at the home of New Zealand’s Governor General in Wellington and participated at the World Gourmet Summit in Singapore in 2000.

Breckenridge Lodge opened officially in December 2006 and I’ve been sharing my passion for food ever since. I have no secret recipes, I just love seeing people enjoy what I have discovered on my culinary journey.

Malcolm is truly passionate about food and wine.

Apart from wanting you to relax and feel at home at the Lodge during your stay, you will have the opportunity to experience exceptional gourmet food and wine.
The dinner menu is designed in the degustation style with 5 different courses each matched with a selected wine. The menu changes regularly depending on seasonal produce available. If there is something you would like in particular, Malcolm is happy to accommodate.
The wine cellar is well stocked with local and other New Zealand wines as well as an exciting selection from overseas. Malcolm can assist you to choose a wine that compliments your evening meal or your picnic lunch.
Breakfast is served when you wish to rise and you can have anything from toast to chocolate pudding!

Breckenridge Lodge is not just a spectacular, sumptuous retreat, you will find it a warm and unforgettable gourmet experience.

The three cottages sit on a hillside property in the country and about a mile from the village. The gardens are extensive. The original garden was laid out when the main house was built in 1914. The garden has been enlarged over the years and now extends to the areas around the cottages.

Small Cottage
The small cottage consists of an enchanting double bedroom, an elegantly styled old fashioned bathroom and a wide veranda. It is surrounded by lovely old trees and cottage plantings. It is extremely popular with honeymooners.

Middle Cottage
The middle cottage is a restored 1920’s home with French doors leading to verandas on three sides with views down the valley and across the plains to the mountains. There is a spacious double bedroom, large sitting room with open fire, fully equipped kitchen, dining room and laundry.

Two Bed Roomed Cottage
The two bed roomed cottage has been constructed in recent times mainly out of older components. There are two double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one of which is an ensuite) verandas on three sides, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, a large living room with open fire and again the cottage enjoys extensive views.

Nearby Activities…
Heritage Attractions, Performing Arts, Farms, Gardens, Wineries, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Golf, Walking/Trekking, Fresh Water Fishing, Salt Water Fishing

Nearby popular destinations…
Rotorua, Taupo, Hawkes Bay, Wairarapa

Tariff…
From $100 to $250 per room per night.

Your Hosts Margie & Denis ….Denis & Margie Hardy balance their busy professional lives (lawyer and teacher) by being available to meet and greet guests. Their own home is nestled nearby in an extensive garden and they are 5 minutes away from their other homestays Hillington and Casa del Ponti in Havelock North. What started out as a ‘studio’ for Margie to enjoy her quiet time has become a year round commitment to travellers from around the globe which they love.

The rimu timbers of this colonial homestead seem to whisper history. Built in 1926 for the Paganini family you can sense that the people who lived here lived well.

Your NZ born hosts Bernadine and Gerard have tenderly refurbished and extended the original farmhouse, staying true to the Arts & Crafts architecture while creating a boutique B&B.

Start your day early with a panoramic view of the Franz Josef neve from the breakfast table. Go exploring at your own pace and come home to a glacial sunset. Enjoy the guest lounge and a glass of port before retiring to your welcoming bed.

1 Deluxe Suite with super king bed
1 Superior rooms with super king/twin bed/s
2 Standard rooms with queen sized bed
All with private ensuite bathroom facilities.

Children 12+ welcome.

Directions…
Conveniently located on Franz Josef Highway (also known as State Highway 6), approx 1.5km north of the Franz Josef Glacier township. Reference for car navigation systems is: 2900 Franz Josef Highway.

Nearby Activities…
Flightseeing, Scenic Attractions, Horse Treks, Walking/Trekking, Fresh Water Canoeing & Kayaking, Bird Watching

Nearby popular destinations…
West Coast, Franz Josef

Tariff…
From $205 to $430 per room per night.

• Room 1 Standard With Queen Bed
  Queen size bed, superior single room or cosy double.
  Full breakfast included.
• Room 2 – Superior With Super King Or Twin
  Superking (or two single beds on request). Stylish ensuite with heated black and white tiled floor.
  Full breakfast included.
• Room 3 – Standard With Queen Bed
  Queen bed, single or cosy double. Smallest room with the best view of the mountains.
  Full breakfast included.
• Room 4 – Deluxe Suite With Super King Bed
  Suite comprises private lounge, bedroom and bathroom. The bedroom has a handcrafted Super King bed made from native Rimu with matching side cabinets made in the Arts & Crafts style. The ensuite has heated towel rail, heated tile floor and shower & bath. The lounge has tea/coffee making facilities, small fridge and opens onto the upstairs communal deck with views to the mountains and sunset – clouds permitting!! BEST ROOM IN THE HOUSE.

Your Hosts Bernie & Gerard ….”Team Holly” consists of Gerard & Bernadine (Bernie) Oudemans. Gerard & Bernie are both proud to be New Zealand born and bred “kiwis”. Gerard & Bernie set up Holly Homestead in February 2000, and enjoy meeting and hosting people from all over the world.

• Just minutes walk from Dunedin city centre and yet set in secluded gardens, this luxury accommodation in a historic New Zealand mansion combines elegance with the finest of modern facilities.
• Detailed stained glass windows and richly ornate plaster ceilings abound throughout the property an echo of more refined times Fletcher Lodge is a worthy registered Historic Places Trust building
• You are welcomed into our guest rooms which are richly furnished with antique French and period furniture and all feature superbly appointed tiled ensuite bathrooms all with underfloor heating.
• Some of our Guest Facilities: ~ Luxurious spa ~ Broadband connection ~ WiFi or dedicated workstation ~ Plasma TV screens – SKY and Local channels ~ Laundry service and many more!
• All rooms with ensuites

Nearby Activities…
Galleries, Heritage Attractions, Museums, Casino, Gardens, Sports, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Golf, Saltwater Canoeing & Kayaking, Bird Watching, Penguins, Seals

Nearby popular destinations…
Christchurch/Akaroa, Queenstown, Fiordland/Milford Sound, The Catlins, Invercargill, Stewart Island

Tariff…
From $335 to $650 per room per night.

Spacious room with garden and city views, ornate ceiling it is richly furnished with a flame mahogany chest, and a fine carved victorian dresser complementing the hand carved bed heads.

Direct dial telephone and Sky to be watched on a 40″ widescreen LCD TV. Wonderfully appointed ensuite bathroom with maroon and cream tiles with underfloor heating -bath with shower mixer, built-in hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Super King or Twin Single Bed configurations

This opulent room is situated on the ground floor to the rear of the property having views of the new terrace and garden.

Incorporating a splendid curved bay window, bathing the room in sunlight throughout the day, a peaceful and luxurious stay awaits every visitor. A pair of French doors connects to the terrace outside.

The Craigard Room is lavishly furnished with hand carved Mahogany Furniture imported from Indonesia by the owners specifically for this room. This includes a Super King Four Poster bed, matching armoire and bedside cabinets. Direct dial telephone, Sky TV to be watched on our 42″ Widescreen LCD Television, writing bureau and ornate mahogany arm chairs complete this ensemble.

The exquisite ensuite bathroom is serviced by a bath with shower mixer, and double sink vanity unit commissioned by the owners from local craftsman. Hairdryer and tiled under floor heating are standard with associated complimentary toiletries.

This commodious suite entails an entrance vestibule from the main hallway opening into the spacious bedroom. From where you are led out onto the sun drenched private deck. With its enchanting views of the peninsula, town, garden and valley – a sunny stay is assured.

In the main bedroom, original steel windows give handsome views of the sculpted garden and patio area.

The palatial bathroom is accessed via the vestibule and features both a solid cast iron claw foot bath and full size shower unit. Exquisitely and fully tiled with underfloor heating, complimentary toiletries are a standard feature.

The bedroom is furnished with Antique Scandinavian Pine imported specially from Europe. Relax in our waffle cotton robes on the King Size Bed with matching full height four door wardrobe, bedside cabinets and chest of drawers.. Writing Bureau and armchair complete this room superbly. As with all bedrooms, there is direct dial telephone and Sky Television, not to be missed on our 42″ Widescreen Plasma TV.

Our premier self contained suite is set apart from the main house,in one of the 3 buildings which comprise the Lodge the apartment consists of 2 double bedrooms with sumptuous King beds, fine linens and feather pillows ensure a restful, dreamy night.

Teas and Coffee along with Mineral Water, and complimentary whisky. Sattelite HD TV, DVD player and large Movie collection in the Lodge, air conditioning. Spacious bathroom, with walk in shower and bath, fluffy towels and bathrobes, heated towel rail.

Featuring a magnificent French carved oak antique Armoir and matching Super King size bed “yes its antique and its Super King size!” The richly upholstered grandfather chairs and 32 inch LCD Television compliment the relaxing atmosphere of this room.

The rooms decor in lavish blue and sea green with sail coloured drapes are intended to reflect a close connection with the sea voyages of the early New Zealand settlers made in the John Wickliffe sailing ship and after wich the room is named.

A direct Dial Telephone, a selection of Sky channels and a sumptiously appointed tiled ensuite bathroom with Italian fittings, under-floor heating, bath with shower mixer and built in hairdryer complete this room.

A firm favourite with Honeymooners and the Romantic traveller

FROM DUNEDIN AIRPORT

Leaving Dunedin airport you will be on a rural 2 way road. please proceed straight ahead: For those driving on the “WRONG” side of the road for the first time please remember keep to the “LEFT”: After a couple of miles you will come to a major T juction with the main arterial route Nr 1 please turn left and proceed straight ahead. You will pass a town called Mosgiel and at the same time come onto the motorway ( 2 lanes in both directions ) to Dunedin after several miles and as you approach the outer city of Dunedin you will pass Carisbrook Rugby stadium on your right and shortly afterwards come to a large intersection controlled by traffic lights. Please keep to the left at this junction and prepare to turn left, keeping hard to the left, you will be in a short part of the one way system. You will be in “Andersons Bay Road” and heading towards “Princes Street” running alongside The Oval, a large open green area.At the next ‘T’ junction please turn right into Princes Street, proceed for about 400 metres to the next set of traffic lights. Do not turn immediately left but keep to the left turning slightly into Manse street “DO NOT GO STRAIGHT AHEAD ON PRINCES STREET” At the very next lights keep left and turn left into High St. This is a steep hill Fletcher Lodge is about 300 metres up the Hill on the right hand side just past “Hope St” on your left. It is clearly signed.

Your Hosts Keith & Ewa ….Ewa is originally from Warsaw Poland and Keith is from London UK. In Europe they ran an I.T. company but are now firmly settled in New Zealand.

Both share a passion for helping their guests to come closer to the wonders of their adopted homeland. Ewa’s personal hobbies include music, reading and travel.

Keith has rediscovered his youth and takes part in all Masters athletics events, his forte being 100 and 200 metres.

“Sails Ashore” perfectly complements the Stewart Island experience. Finished in native Rimu timbers and overlooking Halfmoon Bay, guests enjoy the tranquility and beauty of Rakiura, Land of the Glowing Skies, in comfort and quiet style. And what better way to learn about the Island than over breakfast, chatting to Iris & Peter while enjoying a glorious sunrise and Kaka feeding on our balcony as a distraction. Sails Ashore is packaged with a guided eco-exploration of world renowned Ulva Island open sanctuary and the first night tariff includes this.

Directions… As we are on an Island, guests must either fly from Invercargill or come by ferry, departing from Bluff. Our web site has links to the operators concerned and both offer excellent services, with parking available. Sails Ashore guests qualify for a discount off Stewart Island Flights standard fare if choosing to fly.

Stewart Island is a magical destination. The “Stewart Island Activities” tab will show you just some of what the Island can offer you, and following this link to our Concierge Page will show you even more. We look forward to sharing our Island home with you.

 

Ensuite bathroom with heated floor, a selection of fine toiletries, Disabled friendly, private access. Fine linen. In room tea & coffee facilities. DVD player and extensive library of local interest books and DVD’s. Fully centrally heated 24/7.

Please note Sails Ashore is packaged with a “Sails” Guided Ulva Island Discovery walk. This adds $135 per person to the first night tariff

Ensuite bathroom with heated floor, a selection of fine toiletries,   Private access. Fine linen. In room tea & coffee facilities. DVD player and extensive library of local interest books and DVD’s. Fully centrally heated 24/7.

Please note Sails Ashore is packaged with a “Sails” Guided Ulva Island Discovery walk. This adds $135 per person to the first night tariff

Stewart Island is on most New Zealanders Bucket List, and we can help show you why. It’s all about “the Great Out Doors” and a small isolated community living on the edge of the Southern Ocean.
We are happy to advise and assist you enjoy our Island.
Some activities MUST be pre booked. We can do this for you. Others are best organised once here, and taking due regard of the weather
And the “Coast to Coast” can, if your program and the tides cooperate be built in to your flight either to or from the Island. 

We have lived and worked on the Island for over 40 years as Ranger in Charge, Fishers, District Nurse, Charter Boat owners and professional guides.
It is our privilege to share our home and our love of the Island with our guests.

ULVA ISLAND OPEN SANCTUARY

We package a Guided Ulva Island Tour as part of your stay at Sails Ashore. Your host Peter is your guide. Our “Sails” guided Ulva Island walk looks at the natural history of Stewart Island, with the open sanctuary aspect of Ulva Island being the focus, but also touches on the wider New Zealand scene as well. We try to be as interactive as possible and like lots of feed-back from our guests.
The walk is actually very relaxed. Hurrying is not at all part of the thing. Takes a minimum of 3.5 hours. Transfers to and from Sails Ashore are included.
Our preference is to visit Ulva in the late afternoon when most people generally are leaving, as we find most visit in the morning and early afternoon.
Late afternoon seems to give us better birds as well. We use our own vessel Talisker, so can be quite independent of watertaxi timetables.
Party size is generally limited to 6 per guide as we strongly believe that larger numbers seriously degrade guests experience. Tariff is normally $160 pp. (GST Included).
However for guests of Sails Ashore we offer a $25 discount, so $135 pp. In addition if you would like more time on Ulva we are happy to offer our guests a free return.
This is dependent on our actually going across of course, and also that you must keep to our timetable (being ready to leave when we do).
This is a great opportunity to “do your own thing” over the three or 4 hours we will be there with a tour. Normally a water taxi will cost you $25 pp.
Ulva Island is a rare chance to glimpse a little of what New Zealand once was, before people came here. My own background as Ranger in Charge (many years ago) helps us walk you through the fascinating New Zealand story, using the Ulva Island experience, with its birds and plants to illustrate it.

While our preference is to go in mid to late afternoon, when most are leaving the island, and also the evening birds are starting to stir, we do also look carefully at the weather and also guests own timetable and schedule accordingly.

Road Tour

We also offer our guests Road Tours where we explore the human story of Stewart Island, all while visiting the many beautiful bays and views around all 28 K of our roads.

Local Walks….

These range from a few minutes to several hours, all are on excellent trails. Some start 2 or 3 minutes from Sails Ashore, other involve a water taxi trip to the trail start, and one, The Mason Bay Coast to Coast” is all day, and has a plane flight, 4 hour walk and water taxi ride.

Kiwi Spotting

We often hear Kiwi from Sails Ashore, and guests have seen them only a couple of hundred metres away. But the best way to be almost certain to see these iconic birds is to join a kwi tour

Guided Kayaking

Kayaking is a great way to experience the tranquility of the many bays of Paterson Inlet

Fishing and/or Pelagic Birding

For birders, Stewart Island is the home of pelagic birding

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For fishers, the Island is the home of Blue Cod

And guests can enjoy both on the same vessel

Your Hosts Iris and Peter….We have a long association with Stewart Is. Peter’s position as Ranger took him all over the Island escorting visiting scientists, archaeologists and film teams. As a fisherman and charter skipper these interests carried on and saw both of us involved in many fascinating projects. Sharing this interest with our guests is a large part of the enjoyment we get from our life on Stewart Island. Iris was Relieving District Nurse here for 15 years, and a foundation member of the Ulva Trust. She’s an enthusiastic gardener and currently looks after 4 gardens.

We also have two Border Terriers, and although the guest rooms are strictly “no dogs”, Millie & Bridie would love to take you for a walk.

Guest DVD

We give our guests a 14 minute video and photo album as a souvenir.

Opened in January 2007, Dock Bay Lodge has established a reputation of excellence at the very top end of the accommodation market, impressing guests from all corners of the globe.

Large, superbly appointed suites soundproofed to ensure peace and privacy, have proved very popular for those seeking a touch of class in an ambience of complete serenity. Luxurious beds, wireless broadband, high quality furnishings plus bathrooms to behold complete the opulent experience.

The guest lounge has a large open fire and an entertainment centre and for those who enjoy the spectacular views that only nature can provide, a living and dining area offers extraordinary scenes of the golf course, lake and mountains of the Fiordland National Park.

A secluded reading library, well equipped gym, sauna room and large spa pool ensures all guests have a leisure choice to meet their needs.

Your hosts deliver the very best in warm hospitality, a consummate blend of useful help and advice to access and book the activity you seek yet respecting solitude when sought.

Just five minutes drive from Te Anau and ten minutes walk to Fiordland National Park and the world renowned Kepler track and for recreational fishermen the Waiau River is only a fly cast away from the Lodge.

The word ‘luxury’ is often used with reckless abandon when describing accommodation but not so here – Dock Bay Lodge defines it.

Directions…
We are located 5 minutes drive from the Te Anau town centre on the Te Anau Manapouri Highway.

Nearby Activities…
Gliding, Paragliding, Farms, Gardens, Scenic Attractions, Sports, 4WD Adventure, Climbing, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Golf, Horse Treks, Hunting, Skiing, Walking/Trekking, Boat Cruises, Fresh Water Canoeing & Kayaking, Fresh Water Fishing, Jet Boating, Rafting, Bird Watching

Nearby popular destinations…
Fiordland National Park, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Fiordland/Milford Sound, Invercargill

Tariff…
From $375.00 to $590.00 per room per night.

The Kepler Suite is a quiet and tranquil room and is an ideal place to unwind in luxury. The room also provides a great view from the private balcony towards Lake Te Anau. There is an LCD television in the room plus tea and coffee making facilities with a fridge, and home made baking supplied daily.
The ensuite has heated floor tiles, a wall heater, hairdryer, a large heated mirror over the vanity, a heated towel rail and luxury bath robes and moisturizers, soft soaps and shampoos are supplied.

The Luxmore Suite is commonly known as the “honeymoon suite”!! It is a large room with a super king bed, there is a fridge and tea and coffee making unit in the room. comfortable chairs to read your book in or simply watch the day go by, a writing table and chairs and a flat screen television and DVD player. We have some DVD’s which you are welcome to watch at any time. All of the suites are wired for broadband internet access plus there is wireless access, there is also a laptop computer available for your use.

The large balcony offers unobstructed views over the golf course, the Kepler Track, Lake Te Anau and Fiordland National Park.

The ensuite bathroom has a large double shower, the floor has heated tiles, there is a large granite vanity with a heated mirror, a heated towel rail and hair dryer plus soft soaps, shampoos and moisturisers.

The Milford Suite is on the first floor in the north east wing. The balconies of the bedroom offer views east towards Mt Prospect and north over the golf course and Lake Te Anau towards the Milford Track. It has a separate lounge with a fridge, tea and coffee making facilities an LCD television and DVD player, internet access plus an additional balcony.
The ensuite has heated floor tiles, a large heated mirror over the vanity unit, a heated towel rail, a wall heater and a hairdryer. Bath robes and moisturizers are also supplied.

The Takitimu Suite has it’s own private lounge with a television and DVD player and there is also a flat screen television in the bedroom. The ensuite has heated floor tiles, a wall heater, a large heated mirror over the vanity, a heated towel rail and hair dryer plus luxury bath robes and moisturizers.
There are tea and coffee making facilities plus a fridge and home made baking supplied daily.

The Waiau Suite is the largest suite and is located on the ground floor. It opens on to the main deck overlooking Lake Te Anau.
It has a luxury superking/twin split bed plus comfortable chairs and a dining suite. There is an internet connection plus a flatscreen television and DVD player, tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge.
The ensuite has a large shower, heated floor tiles, a large granite vanity and heated mirror, a heated towel rail and a hair dryer. There are luxury bath robes and New Zealand made soft soaps, shampoos and moisturisers.

Your Hosts Dawn and Mark….Mark runs the Mobil Service Station in Te Anau and Dawn operates the Lodge. We both enjoy sport and keenly follow rugby, cricket, horse racing and we both play golf. We enjoy travelling and have visited many interesting places and enjoy sharing our experiences with our guests.

Fyffe Country Lodge is a stunning Kaikoura landmark accommodation, a boutique lodge offering both luxury accommodation and a licensed NZ award-winning restaurant. Set in the Elms Estate, the lodge’s construction features hand made mud blocks, imported Canadian cedar and recycled native New Zealand timbers. At this luxury lodge accommodation in Kaikoura, you can expect to find spacious en suite rooms, beautiful linens. The suites at this luxury lodge accommodation in Kaikoura are appropriate for those caught up in the activities of Kaikoura and are looking for a character retreat. Our luxury lodge accommodation in Kaikoura offers: Kingsize Beds with ensuite Continental or full Breakfast Use of all Lodge Facilities Licensed Restaurant & Bar Off road secure parking Courtesy airport/railway transfers Laundry Facilities Security Safe available Internet access – Wireless and broadband Retail- Possum and merino products

Directions…
Fyffe Country lodge is situated 6km south of the Kaikoura township along State Highway One. Advanced warning signage appears 300 metres from the property entrance.

Nearby Activities…
Arts & Crafts, Galleries, Golf, Walking/Trekking, Salt Water Fishing, Dolphins, Whale Watching

Nearby popular destinations…
Marlborough, Nelson, Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs, Christchurch/Akaroa

Tariff…
From $270 to $550 per room per night.
Make a reservation…

Mt Fyffe Suite
The Mt Fyffe suite has kingsize bed with ensuite which has bath and shower , the lounge has a private balcony off it and this suite has views to Mt Fyffe and the Kaikoura seaward ranges. This is a very
spacious suite. it has 42″LCD TV screen with DVD player, Tea and Coffee faciites and is very tastefully decorated.

Aston Room
The Aston Room has a kingsize bed & views to Mt Fyffe and the Kaikoura Seaward ranges. This suite is very tastefully decored and spacious

Mountain View
Kingsize bed with ensuite, tea and Coffee facilities. Very comfortable
with mountain views

Elms Room
Kingsize bed with ensuite, tasteful decor, tea & coffee facilities

Courtyard Palace
Kingsize bed with ensuite, tea and coffe facilities, LCD screen TV
rural and courtyard views.

Wisteria Room
Queensize bed and a single bed, tea & coffee facilities. LCD TV with
rural view and courtyard access

 

Your Hosts Chris & Colin ….Hosts Chris & Colin have owned the lodge for the past 13 years and prior to shifting to Kaikoura owned another lodge in Nelson. Both are keen gardeners and enjoy the opportunity the lodge has given them to advance in their culinary skills having gained Beef & Lamb awards and producing their own brand of Seafood chowder which is available in local outlets.

Hillington was built in the early 1920’s as a two storeyed home.
The house is a large single storeyed structure. There are five double bedrooms and three bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms open to brick terraces with sweeping lawns beyond.There is a lovely outlook from the front terrace. The rear courtyard which includes the barbecue area and outside furniture looks out to the swimming pool.

The property accommodates up to 10 resident guests in great comfort and style. There is the expectation that residents will entertain day visitors in the house which has large dining and living areas or on the verandahs and in the gardens. There is ample outdoor garden furniture and a barbecue area. There is a large fully fenced swimming pool.

Hillington has a wonderful location:

Hawke’s Bay wineries nearby
Close to Havelock North private schools – Woodford House, Iona College and Hereworth School.
Bridge Pa Golf Course – 10 mins
Cape Kidnappers Golf Course – 25 mins
Ocean Beach – 20 mins
Close to Havelock North village with cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping
Easy access to walking tracks like Te Mata Peak and rural reserves

Nearby Activities…
Arts & Crafts, Heritage Attractions, Gardens, Scenic Attractions, Wineries, Study/Education, Walking/Trekking

Nearby popular destinations…
Gisborne, Taupo, Hawkes Bay

Tariff…
From $1000.00 for the whole house.

Your Hosts Denis & Margie ….Denis & Margie Hardy balance their busy professional lives (lawyer and teacher) by being available to meet and greet guests.

Their own home is nestled nearby in an extensive garden and they are 5 minutes away from their other homestays Hillington and Casa del Ponti in Havelock North.

What started out as a ‘studio’ for Margie to enjoy her quiet time has become a year round commitment to travellers from around the globe which they love.

Historic Home…Sympathetically Restored

McCormick House was architecturally designed and built for one of Picton’s earliest Colonial settlers, Scotsman Donald McCormick. Today, this gracious Picton home has been extensively restored, sympathetically retaining its beautiful, original native rimu timber panelling, staircase and fireplaces. Featuring half an acre of private established, award winning native gardens.

The three ensuite bedrooms are incomparably different in style, but all boast sumptuous 100% Egyptian cotton linen throughout. Features include double Jacuzzi, large antique claw foot bath and huge double showers.

Choose from:

• The Palm Room with double spa bath
• The Captain’s Room with large claw-foot bath
• The Boatshed Room with New Zealand Pacific theme

 

Leisurely Gourmet Breakfasts……..

Where else in Marlborough can you savour leisurely gourmet breakfasts featuring freshly squeezed orange juice, organic home grown produce from the garden; the freshest eggs courtesy of the McCormick House hens, local salmon from Queen Charlotte Sound, home baked bread and muesli with freshly ground coffee or choose from a superior selection of teas?

Location……….Location…….Location

Ideally located, just 5 minutes drive from the Interisland ferry, local bus or train station. Carl or Jeanne are happy to provide transfers by prior arrangement.

McCormick House is set in a quiet, sunny location overlooking picturesque, native bush and only minutes walk from Picton town centre, cafés, restaurants, art galleries, stunning Queen Charlotte Sound waterfront scenery, kayaking, boat cruises, parasailing, horse treks, mountain biking, eco-tours and Picton bush walks.

Sustainability…….

Jeanne & Carl care about their environment with a commitment to recycling, conserving resources, solar water heating, composting, environmental projects and reducing energy needs. They are happy to share ideas with you.

Directions…

From the High street roundabout, continue 1.5km along Waikawa Road, then turn right into Leicester St. McCormick House is on the right, number 21, our driveway is just before the intersection of Milton Terrace. Guest parking is up the driveway, on the right.

Nearby Activities…

Flightseeing, Paragliding, Arts & Crafts, Cultural Attractions, Heritage Attractions, Museums, Farms, Gardens, Scenic Attractions, Wineries, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Golf, Horse Treks, Miscellaneous Madness, Walking/Trekking, Boat Cruises, Diving, Sailing, Saltwater Canoeing & Kayaking, Bird Watching, Dolphins, Other Wildlife, Penguins, Seals, Whale Watching

Nearby popular destinations…

Wellington, Marlborough, Nelson, Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs

Tariff…

From $390 to $490 per room per night. Single rates less $30

Featuring a New Zealand / Pacific theme, providing casual elegance. Sunny bay window overlooks the private native garden and petanque terrain. Luxurious queen size slat bed with 100% Egyptian cotton linen and electric blanket . Cane lounge chairs, luggage rack, ceiling fan and feature lighting.In room alarm clock radio, direct dial telephone, modem port, TV & DVD. The ensuite is fully tiled, with double size shower, heated towel rail, wall heater and hair drier. 100% cotton robes and Egyptian cotton towels. Hand made soaps and toiletries are provided for your convenience.

This special room features a luxurious king size four poster bed with 100% Egyptian cotton linen.

Relax on your seagrass sun loungers or soak in your double spa bath with a glass of bubbly and enjoy native garden vistas from your private sun gallery.

The Italian marble and tiled, curved-wall ensuite has a multi-jet double shower.

Luxuriously appointed super king size bed or two super king singles.

100% Egyptian cotton linen and electric blankets are supplied.

100% cotton robes and Egyptian cotton towels.

Local hand made natural soaps and toiletries are provided for your convenience.

Relax in a large claw foot bath, set in your bedroom on a tiled pedestal, with private bush views.

Your Hosts Jeanne & Carl ….Jeanne has a background in finance as a banking executive, an invaluable asset in the daily running of McCormick House. She is also very passionate about her garden and catering to the whims of their 2 cats, ‘Libby’ and ‘Toby’. Carl, a designer and restorer of fine furniture, loves making and restoring early New Zealand colonial furniture. Together they enjoy bush walks visiting wineries, fine dining and boating.

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