Te Puna Wai Lodge
Nelson is a city on the eastern shores of the Tasman Bay, and is the economic and cultural centre of the Nelson-Tasman region. Established in 1841, it is the second oldest settled city in New Zealand and the oldest on the South Island. The town received its name in honour of Admiral Horatio Nelson who defeated both the French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Many of the roads and public areas around the city are named after people and ships associated with that battle and Trafalgar Street is the main shopping axis of the city. Nelson has many beautiful beaches and a sheltered harbour. The harbour entrance is protected by a Boulder Bank—a natural, thirteen km bank of rocks—transported south from Mackay Bluff via longshore drift. The bank creates a perfect natural harbour which enticed the first settlers although the entrance was narrow.
Te Puna Wai Lodge is included in National Business Review’s inaugural list of New Zealand’s Top 100 Homes. It’s a beautiful, historic 1857 home—in Nelson’s premier location—with a magical view encompassing the harbour entrance and Tasman Bay. In the west three mountain ranges contribute to dramatic sunsets.
Luxurious Guest RoomsSpectacular Courtyards and Views
The Lodge offers three guest rooms—including a studio-style apartment—which are complemented with a comfortable lounge and outdoor spaces, including verandas and a terrace lawn. Te Puna Wai Lodge has a solid reputation for providing a high-quality service, and a somewhat unique vacation experience. The three rooms—two on the ground floor and one occupying the entire 3rd level—can be booked separately or in combination.
In the Haulashore Apartment you can choose to be independent. The household view Designer kitchen includes laundry appliances, a marble-tiled, floor-heated,ensuite bathroom, French doors open to the veranda and terrace. Plus antique furnishings, an open fireplace, TV and phone are all included. The Wakatu Room is available separately or can be combined with the Haulashore to make a splendid two bedroom apartment. Marble-tiled, floor-heated ensuite bathroom with double shower and French doors open to the outdoors. Also included are tea/coffee facilities, and refrigerator with complimentary beverages.
Spacious Rooms
Hosts Richard Hewetson and James Taylor delight in sharing this magical spot with their guests. Richard converses in German, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Danish. They are happy to assist with tour arrangements and local advice.
Te Puna Wai Lodge and the other Aquamarine properties are located in Nelson’s prestigious Port Hills. The following are some local transportation cost estimates:
Approx NZ$20 from the airport
5 minute walk to the popular waterfront restaurants
25 minute walk to the city
4 minute drive to the city
$7 cab fare to the city
Email: info@rainbowtourism.com
