Tory Lodge
The Marlborough region is situated on the north-eastern corner of the South Island, due west of Wellington. The region is blessed with a year-round sunny climate and regularly records the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand.
This is New Zealand’s largest grape growing and wine making region with sixty-five wineries, 290 grape growers and 4,054 hectares in grape production. Nearly all of the wineries welcome visitors for tasting sessions and many have a cafe or restaurant on site. Sauvignon Blanc is the region’s speciality, but wines made with Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are also highly acclaimed.
Close to the Water
At the gay-owned Tory Lodge, you’ll find luxury accommodation amongst the untouched beauty and natural wonders of the Marlborough Sounds.They offer a range of accommodation options ideal for families, couples, honeymooners, or individuals.
Tory Lodge is set amongst ten hectares of natural Marlborough Sounds bush in the beautiful Maraetai Bay. During your stay, you’ll get to experience views of the most stunning scenery and sparkling blue waters in New Zealand. When journeying to Tory Lodge, you can choose to travel through the scenic Marlborough Sounds via the water taxi from Picton, or fly by helicopter or floatplane. Moorings are also available if you have your own boat.
Great Views
The Marlborough Sounds is the perfect place to experience the best of New Zealand food and wine. The Lodge serves local New Zealand cuisine during your stay—served in the dining room, outdoor dining area, or delivered to your room.
The Sounds offer many activities including water sports, eco tours, and the Queen Charlotte Track. Or you can choose to relax in the serenity of Tory Lodge. Either way, you’re sure to have a comfortable, peaceful, and enjoyable stay at Tory Lodge.
Tory Lodge Offers:
- near the beach
- near an airport
- near a vineyard
- rooms with a view
- surrounded by bush
- secluded
- suitable for children
- near good fishing spots
- a secluded beach
- near a river
- good for small groups (1-8)
- close to Regional Parks
Comfortable Living Areas
Amenities & Services Include:
- Breakfast available
- Pets by arrangement
- Extensive park-like grounds
- Private courtyard
- Cellphone coverage
- Laundry on site
- Outdoor tables and chairs
- Private beach
- Kayak or Dinghy
- Non-smoking
- BBQ
- An outdoor spa pool
- Full bar
They offer four different luxury accommodation options, great for a family holiday, New Zealand honeymoon, solo retreat, or romantic escape.
Endeavour : This stylish one bedroom chalet features a comfortable king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom, perfect for a couple or one person.
Spacious Rooms
Resolution: This private one bedroom chalet features a comfortable king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom, an ideal getaway for couples.
Tory: This cosy chalet is a great option for a couple or one person and includes a comfortable king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom.
Queen Charlotte Apartment: This beautiful apartment is ideal for couples, honeymooners or families (can accomodate up to 6 people) who would like extra space and comfort in a two-storey unit. This spacious, temperature controlled and carpeted apartment features private bathroom, a kitchenette, dining lounge with 42″ plasma and DVD player, and sliding doors to the outdoor area.
Large Living Spaces
The Lodge provides beautiful home cooked meals accompanied by world renowned Marlborough wines from a well-stocked cellar. They offer a cooked or continental breakfast, lunch, dinner, pre-dinner drinks, fresh baking, tea and coffee. Your meals will be served in the dining room, outdoor dining area or can be delivered direct to your room.
There is a wide range of menu options – but the speciality is great New Zealand cuisine and seafood!
After your meal you can relax with a drink in front of an open fire, or recline on the chairs and leather sofas to watch your favourite television program or DvD on the 50-inch plasma screen.
Relax, unwind and indulge yourself in the hot Cedar Tub with a glass of your favourite beverage.
Comfortable Rooms to Enjoy
Tory Lodge is surrounded by some of the best New Zealand attractions. Just 100 metres from the beach, the lodge is also close to the Queen Charlotte Track, bush walks, dolphin watching, and wine tours. As part of the all inclusive activities at Tory Lodge you can also enjoy water skiing, fishing, swimming, or snorkeling. Explore the bay in a kayak or dinghy, take the opportunity to go sightseeing, bird watching, bush walking, and see the nearby waterfall or glowworms in the evening. Other activities are available by arrangement, including fishing charters, heli-fishing, scuba diving, tramping, guided eco-tours, and dolphin watching. The perfect vacation spot for any LGBT traveller in New Zealand.
Website: www.torylodge.co.nz
