Athenry Lodge, the unique Nelson Bed and Breakfast boutique countrystay facility, is perfectly located for visitors wishing to take in Nelson's many world-renowned attractions. With nearly 50 percent of the province's landmass in Conservation Department control, Nelson is a true heartland of the clean and green New Zealand image.
Just 50 minutes drive from our Nelson bed and breakfast, the dazzling golden sands and clear blue seas of the famous Abel Tasman National Park's coastal track lure visitors from all over the world. For those wishing to really get away from it all, the Abel Tasman also offers a much more difficult inland track which is suitable for more experienced trampers. Our Nelson bed and breakfast, Athenry Lodge is also just 50 minutes drive from the Nelson Province's two other National Parks. Wild and rugged Kahurangi is proving an increasing draw card for Lord of the Rings fans, as it was where some of the movie trilogy's most memorable scenes were filmed, while Nelson Lakes National Park offers the splendour of an alpine setting, with winter skiing and summer boating and tramps on offer. Just over an hour south of our Nelson bed and breakfast is Murchison, scene of some of New Zealand's best white water rafting and fishing, while your hosts are happy to organise helicopter flights to some of New Zealand's best back country fishing locations. Just over a fence or two from Athenry Lodge, the Stonehurst Farm Equestrian Centre offers a range of popular horse treks.
Of course, guests at our boutique Nelson bed and breakfast establishment can look forward to much more than Nelson's superb natural environment. The lodge is just a few minutes from where the very first 'World of Wearable Arts' show was held, in a tent in a field at Spring Grove, just south of Brightwater. The World of WearableArt and Collectible Car Complex, 15 minutes drive from Athenry Lodge in Nelson, is now the world famous event's permanent showcase, featuring winning garments, past and present, from the annual WOW awards show. Another icon of the Nelson arts scene is the Hoglund Art Glass - International glass centre, near Richmond, where the public can enjoy guided tours, arrange for their own glass-blowing workshop, or choose from a wide range of art glass. Nelson is also the centre of New Zealand pottery, there are more than 350 working artists, with galleries and working studios scattered throughout the region and various art and music festivals held each year. As well, Nelson has a burgeoning boutique wine industry that has produced many award-winning wines in recent years, and a host of renowned restaurants and cafes where guests can enjoy a taste of the Nelson region.
Athenry Lodge is your centrally located launching pad to all that makes Nelson special. Your hosts Deborah and Brett Mytton are happy to suggest the best in Nelson attractions and help with your booking arrangements - all part of the service at your Nelson Bed and Breakfast choice, Athenry Lodge.
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Athenry Lodge - luxury Nelson bed and breakfast.
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