McCormick House Luxury Bed and Breakfast, provides
a subtle balance of New Zealand colonial
historic charm with every modern convenience
, set in a large private native garden ,
your ideal romantic honeymoon destination.
Lavish continental and/or cooked breakfasts
featuring fresh local produce, served alfresco
on the terrace or in the separate private guest
dining area.
Carl and Jeanne are South Islanders and look
forward to welcoming you to their home and
sharing local knowledge and their passion for
New Zealand.
Ian and Paula welcome you to ‘The Gables,’ a
charming and historic residence situated close
to all Picton's attractions and amenities.
A leisurely amble takes you to the splendid foreshore
area, or a selection of restaurants, pubs, shops,
and supermarkets.
Likewise, close to hand are the boating marina,
water taxies, trains, and the ferry terminal,
and the magnificent walks overlooking the Marlborough
Sounds and the harbour are literally on your
doorstep.
Restored
in keeping with its gracious style and
era, Picton’s finest 1886, heritage-registered
colonial villa, offers unique accommodation
in five acres of grounds only minutes’ stroll
to Picton’s amenities. Superior accommodation
in three luxurious apartments with private
entrance, lounge, kitchen, ensuite, individual
character and Victorian charm. Sumptuous
daily provisions for leisurely breakfasts
on sunny verandahs with views, seclusion,
tranquillity and timeless grandeur. The
perfect indulgent retreat either for the
overnight stay or longer break. Courtesy
transfers, guest computer and phone. Ideal
to explore the magnificent Marlborough
region.
The Villa Backpackers Lodge is a 100 year old
character home with The Cottage next door,
homestyle hospitality — small and friendly
with beautiful gardens, relaxing verandah,
large private backyard, great music, and all
the facilities you can expect from a good hostel.
The Villa is a member of Budget Backpacker
Hostels (BBH) with an 84% Backpacker Perception
Percentage Rating .
Sequoia Lodge Backpackers is a refurbished villa
situated just 1 kilometre from the Picton ferry
terminal that enjoys picturesque views of the
surrounding hills and valleys. A short, five
minute stroll from the centre of town, Sequoia
Lodge Backpackers is ideally located: 20 metres
from the local store, pub, card phone and the
best place in town to start hitching south.
Lochmara Lodge,eco retreat is set on the tranquil
shores of the Queen Charlotte Sounds in Marlborough,
New Zealand, offers accommodation to trampers,
nature lovers, backpackers and families.
Tucked beside the water's edge in Lochmara
Bay, the lodge has its own sandy beach, surrounded
by hills of native bush.
Unique and breathtakingly beautiful, Lochmara
Lodge is accessible only to people travelling
by boat from Picton or tramping the world-famous
Queen Charlotte Track.
Feel free to enjoy the pristine bush environment
from a lazy chair on one of our decks or
get active and venture to the Queen Charlotte
Track.
Nestled in picturesque Punaruawhiti Bay
in Endeavour Inlet (Queen Charlotte Sound
- Marlborough, New Zealand), Mahana Homestead
Lodge is the ideal place to relax and unwind.
Our new lodge is set in 45 ha of forest
and opens onto a safe and sandy beach.
HOPEWELL is a backpacker lodge on the waters’ edge
in Kenepuru Sound, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand.
Hopewell is situated in a sunny, secluded and
sheltered position, right on the beach, with
great views of the Sound.
All these accommodation providers are happy
to help you with Soundswild Sea Kayaking Bookings
Soundswild Sea Kayaking suggestions for alternative
activities
whilst in the Picton Marlborough Area
Wake Marlborough is a service which will allow you
to cruise around the Marlborough waterways:
- Queen Charlotte Sounds
- Wairau River
- Lake Argyle
While cruising aboard a specialised watersports
boat, you will receive expert tuition by our licensed
operator on the water sport of your choice:
- Wakeboarding
- Water Skiing
- Wake Skating
- Kneeboarding
- Bare Footing
- Ski Biscuiting
Our experienced operator, Flick, can coach any level
from beginner to expert, from young to old, from
eager to timid. She will help you get on top of the
water.
The most beautiful skydive in NZ awaits
you! View the North Island, Kaikoura, Southern
Alps, Marlborough Sounds all in one adrenaline
charged skydive! Your flight will take you
over the Marlborough Sounds before your 200kph
gravity powered adventure begins. This is
one of the most amazing places to skydive
in New Zealand. DVD and photo options are
also available. Book online and save! Group
discounts also available.
Jetski
New Zealand Adventure Tours operate in and
around the South Island of New Zealand.
Our speciality is Adventure Guided Tours of Nelson,
Near Abel Tasman, Queen Charlotte Sound / Queen
Charlotte Track area of the Marlborough Sounds
and the east coast including Kaikoura and Christchurch.
These guided tours explore most of the Marlborough
Sounds, the main inlets, beaches and bays, of
which we pride ourselves the most beautiful,
remote and untouched parts of New Zealand and
of course, the world!
The Marlborough Travel Greenshell
Mussel Cruise departs from Picton and Havelock
daily over the summer season (Nov - March 31)
at 1.30pm. Spend the afternoon cruising the
Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds. Sample fresh Greenshell
Mussels with a glass of Marlborough Sauvignon
Blanc. Private charter cruises and private
wine tours throughout the year.
Soundswild Sea Kayaking Suggestions for useful
directories and resources
Australian Canoeing (AC) is the National Organisation
responsible for the management, coordination, development
and promotion of paddle sports in Australia. AC is
committed to the provision of a high standard of
competition, safety, and opportunity for participation
in paddle sports in Australia and aims to provide
all members with fair competition, access to high
standard facilities and equity in participation at
all levels. Log on to www.canoe.org.au and
find your nearest club to begin paddling today.
These links are recommended by Soundswild
Sea Kayaking Picton Marlborough South Island
New Zealand
Restored
in keeping with its gracious style and
era, Picton’s finest 1886, heritage-registered
colonial villa, offers unique accommodation
in five acres of grounds only minutes’ stroll
to Picton’s amenities. Superior accommodation
in three luxurious apartments with private
entrance, lounge, kitchen, ensuite, individual
character and Victorian charm. Sumptuous
daily provisions for leisurely breakfasts
on sunny verandahs with views, seclusion,
tranquillity and timeless grandeur. The
perfect indulgent retreat either for the
overnight stay or longer break. Courtesy
transfers, guest computer and phone. Ideal
to explore the magnificent Marlborough
region.
Jetski
New Zealand Adventure Tours operate in and
around the South Island of New Zealand.
