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Be spoilt for choice here! The Nelson region is renowned for its arts & crafts, fine orchards, vineyards and superb seafood. And that’s just to start with!
There is the outstanding Able Tasman National Park with its acclaimed walking track and sea kayaking opportunities; the lovely semi alpine village of St. Arnaud, base for the Nelson Lakes National Park and nearby ski fields.
Enjoy the massive expanse of beach at Tahunanui and watch the sun set over the Tasman Mountains.
Nelson itself is perhaps best described as a “Boutique City” with fine shopping and many excellent restaurants. Be sure to see the fantastic Wearable Arts Museum too.
The highly scenic drive over “The Hill” to the township of Takaka and the Golden Bay will definitely reward you. An excursion right out to the lighthouse on Farewell Spit may well be the highlight of your entire trip.
Mapua
Prices from $200 to $450 per couple
Villages of Mapua & Ruby Bay are 25 mins from Nelson, 15 minutes from Motueka,
Vintage character meets contemporary comfort with open-plan layout connecting a large deck to enjoy the magnificent view. This place is lightly modernised with large bifold doors and push-touch kitchen cabinets. Otherwise, you'll be picking up the 1970's retro vibe with small bedrooms, minimal wardrobe space and you'll have to make your own ice cubes, with a tray in the freezer. Each bedroom has a hanging space and a set of drawers for your belongings during your stay.
SLEEPS 5, in 1 x Queen size bed, 1 single, 2 singles in bunk bed configuration. Ideal for family holidays.
Your stay will hark back to a simpler time when televisions were small and you twisted the dial on the radio for the local news.
The house is kept clean and comfortable with only a few mod-cons. The modern convenience of Wifi and a chrome cast allows you to stream some TV, but really you'll be staying here for the view. Uninterrupted ocean landscape to the horizon, the Nelson Hills and Ruby Cliff coast.
Kiwiana charm extends to the gravel alfresco dining area complete with the never-ending succession of weeds and self-seeding zinnias. Casual dining with the BBQ in the lower section of the split level outside space that's all yours. This allows shelter from the regular sea breezes. Most summer mornings present a sun-filled deck with the relief of some shade by the late afternoon as the sun creeps around the back of the house to light up the kitchen and lounge seating in the evening.
Mapua
Prices from $265 per couple
35 minutes west of Nelson heading for the Able Tasman Park
.For something different come and experience the peaceful, serene country surroundings of our unique and romantic bed and breakfast in Tasman, Nelson. Our private boutique bed and breakfast accommodation is a two storey cottage in the shape of a giant boot, furnished especially for two. Located in the heart of the beautiful Tasman region, centrally between the Abel Tasman National Park, Kahurangi National Park and Nelson, a perfect position for exploring the highlights of Tasman Bay.
The Boot is nestled within a grove of hazelnut trees. Outside, the courtyard, surrounded by a fragrant garden, offers sun loungers for relaxing on hot afternoons and an alfresco dining area for spending lazy evenings beside the outdoor fireplace. Inside luxuriate on the comfy couch in front of the open fire, or enjoy an early night in the comfort of the upstairs bedroom. In the morning your choice of breakfast will be delivered to the door.
Our quiet, relaxed bed and breakfast adopts sustainable practices without deterring from the luxury experience that we want all our guests to enjoy. We use organic produce as much as possible, including our own free-range eggs and fresh fruit from the orchard. Guests are welcome to wander the paths of our 2.4 hectare garden during their stay.
The Boot is adjacent to Jester House café with its tame eels, Tasman's first country garden café, offers fresh local food, friendly service and an unforgettable experience.
Mapua
Mapua/Ruby Bay 35 minutes from Nelson
A stunning setting with 360-degree views of Tasman Bay and the Mountain ranges, Clayridge offers the ideal setting to relax in peace and privacy.
Choose from one of our two spacious five star self catering cottages. Both cottages have two bedrooms (King and super King beds) a full kitchen, washing machine, BBQ two sun decks. A complimentary breakfast tray is provided in the tarriff.
A friendly Cocker Spaniel, Stella is our resident pet.
We offer advice on local restaurants, wineries, art galleries, golf courses, the Abel Tasman National Park and many other day trip options.
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