A gracious residence situated on 48 acres of private grounds. Edenhouse is "our favourite NZ hideaway". US Virtuoso agent. 

Day 1:      

Arrive at Edenhouse.  Relax in the luscious gardens or wander through the 48 acres of private grounds.   Enjoy the private garden Jacuzzi before joining your hosts Peter & Bobbie for pre-dinner drinks & canapés followed by a 3 course meal at Edenhouse. 

For the less experienced fly fisherman this is a worthwhile, and often more rewarding, adventure. Float fishing on placid grade 1 & 2 waters is a lot of fun. The nationally important Motueka River is just minutes away and is ideal for lure fishing from a drifting raft controlled with oars by your guide. Watch spotted brown trout chase your lure whilst passing great scenery, wildlife and waterfowl. Everything is supplied for a great day out on the water and, best of all; you won’t even need to get your feet wet! 

You will be returned to Edenhouse to tell the tales about the ‘big ones’ that got away!! 

Sally Austin is an extremely talented and highly regarded artist. Her lifelong passion for creativity and gardening has cumulated in her work with plant fibres. She utilises traditional Maori weaving techniques to create a range of forms, mostly with native plant materials such as Flax and Lacebark.  Her fine craftsmanship has been exhibited throughout the country and she undertakes private commissions. 

Sally imparts her vast knowledge to our guests.  Enjoy a half day workshop giving you the opportunity to create your own artwork, including ornamental flowers and baskets, influenced by the teachings of famed Maori weavers. 

Partners may prefer to spend the morning playing nine holes of golf at our neighbouring Monterey House Country Club, through our guest membership.   

Spend the afternoon exploring the region, visit the exclusive Monterey House Country Club as our guest,  or simply put your feet up and relax at Edenhouse.      

Neudorf is “New Zealand’s greatest wine producer” according to Tom Stevenson’s UK publication “Wine Report 2009”. 

This vineyard was created in 1978 and the owners, Tim and Judy Finn, were told by their bank to think about raising sheep, there was no future in wine! However Neudorf has evolved into the most stunning and picturesque vineyard and is located 15 minutes from Edenhouse in an idyllic setting for tastings and picnics. It’s a great way to experience a New Zealand vineyard with an international reputation and “some of the finest wines in the Southern Hemisphere”. 

Enjoy a Gourmet picnic for two with the very best of Edenhouse preserves, locally produced meats, cheeses, artisan breads and a bottle of Neudorf wine. 

Visit other nearby wineries, Hoglund Glass, the World of Wearable Art and Classic Cars Museum, and a few of the 350 artists residing in the region.  

Day 5:    

After a delicious breakfast it is time to bid farewell and continue on your journey. 

***BLOW THE BUDGET OPTION***

Enter the world-renowned Abel Tasman by boat to experience golden beaches, turquoise waters, native bush and pristine marine reserves. After lunch take off from Awaroa Beach by fixed-winged aircraft or helicopter and then fly for up to two hours. Share unforgettable bird’s-eye views of Abel Tasman National Park, flying over Golden Bay to Farewell Spit, the longest natural sandbar in the world. Your air-expedition flies on down the West Coast following the route where it meets the crashing Tasman Sea, seeing coastal forests and New Zealand’s unique Nikau palms. Land at Karamea, probably New Zealand’s most isolated town, to enjoy a drink with the West Coasters at the Karamea Village Hotel, perhaps trying a fritter of local whitebait, one of the world’s rarest gourmet treats before returning by air to Edenhouse.