|
a
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
- 
|
|
|
- |
|
|
Nelson, capital of the South Island's
Nelson Region, boasts New Zealand's
sunniest climate. It can also boast of its superb
location amid three national parks. Home to |
|
|
|
THE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Home
At First guests love
our Nelson Inn. This Victorian age (built circa 1880) former deanery of the adjacent Nelson
Cathedral provides excellent accommodation in a fine setting and excellent location ideal
as a base for travel throughout this most interesting part of New Zealand. A recent
complete renovation has restored the home’s grandeur and added to its comfort. |
|
There are seven unique bedrooms upstairs in the two-story house, each
with its own personality, and each opulently furnished. The beds are
right for royalty, and the en suite bathrooms as practical and
immaculate as they are beautiful. Rooms have
blackout drapes, electric blankets, hairdryers
and curling- irons, bathrobes, television, direct dial telephone, data
point, workspace, fresh flowers and are maid-serviced daily. Fresh cut
flowers grace each room. A helpful luggage
elevator eliminates the heavy lifting. |
|
|
|
There is a common kitchenette alcove on the second floor for guests’ use
with complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks. A
computer with free internet access and work space is available to guests
in this kitchen commons. The ground
floor also provides common living areas: comfortable
living room, sedate, yet sociable bar with open fireplace, and cheery
breakfast room. |
|
|
|
|
|
THE SETTING: The house sits up on a hillock almost like a pedestal next to
Nelson Cathedral. Set on high ground in the center of the city, the inn looks out over the
treetops to the hills that surround Nelson on three sides. The ocean is just out of sight,
except in winter when some of the trees lose their leaves. Within shorts walks are the
center of Nelson city with many restaurants, cafιs and shops. A short drive
leads to Nelsons waterfront, with its trendy restaurants, to three golf
courses, art galleries, theaters, and lovely, peaceful parks and
gardens. The Nelson Airport is about 15 minutes away. |
|
THE LOCATION: Nelson, on the north coast of New Zealand’s South Island, is best known for three things: the best weather in New Zealand, three very different National Parks, and the quality wines that come from its numerous vineyards. Equidistant from Nelson are the fascinating regions of the Marlborough Sounds and Abel Tasman National Park. HIGHLY RATED: Nelson Inn always ranks among Home At First’s highest-rated lodgings on the South Island of New Zealand by guest review. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| ACTIVITIES: Following the Wine Trail. Outdoor adventure in the mountains of Nelson Lakes National Park south of Nelson. Hiking and kayaking in the uncommon beauty and pristine coastal waters of Abel Tasman National Park to the west of Nelson. Exploration by mail boat or on foot of the lush, convoluted fiords of the Marlborough Sounds to the east. The Nelson region also offers these activities: beaches, water sports, arts & crafts, horseback riding, sea kayaking, and GOLF. |
|
|
AVAILABILITY: For current
availability information, call
Home
At First at
(800) 523-5842, |
|
|
|
|
|
Learn more about HOME AT FIRST's travel program to: NEW ZEALAND. |
 |
HOME AT FIRST IS
A DESIGNATED "KIWI SPECIALIST" |