Nature Lodges (Upper Moutere, South Island, New Zealand)

Fiona and Chris McGlinchey

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Thank you very much for all your help organizing our wedding. We had a perfect day and couldn't imagine having our wedding anywhere else, The place...

Thank you very much for all your help organizing our wedding. We had a perfect day and couldn't imagine hav...

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Luxury Castle for Large Groups and Events in Nelson, New Zealand

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Upper Moutere, South Island (New Zealand)

10 Reviews

Nature Lodges

1 unit

6 guest capacity

Private Bathroom

Verified host

Phone, email and address confirmed

Accommodation Description

Kid-friendly
Jacuzzi/Hot Tub
Swimming pool

This magnificent luxury castle rental is located in Nelson, New Zealand, and can accommodate 16 guests. There are eight bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Guests will find a queen-size bed in the first bedroom, a king-size bed and single-size bed in the second bedroom, a queen-size bed in the third bedroom, a double-size bed in the fourth bedroom, a double-size bed in the fifth bedroom, a queen-size bed in the sixth bedroom, a single-size bed in the seventh bedroom, and two single-size beds in the eighth bedroom.

The first three bathrooms each have a toilet, a sink, a bathtub, and a shower while the other five bathrooms each have a toilet and a sink, and contain three showers and a bathtub between them. Linens and towels are provided.

Inside the castle, guests will also find a lounge, a library, a formal dining room, and a bar. Outside, they will find a terrace, a garden, a barbecue area, a swimming pool, and a hot tub. Other amenities include Wi-Fi, a fireplace, a baby grand piano, and a billiards table.

Towels
Bathroom
Electric blankets
Lounge/Living room
Shower
Toilet
Electricity
King-size bed
Hairdryer
Queen-size bed
Double bed
Extra Bed additional charge
Microwave
Game room
Deck/Patio
Iron
Toiletries
Television
Dining table
Linens and pillows
Tea kettle
Twin/Single bed
Hammock
Highchair
Telescope
Pool table
Bathtub
Wi-Fi/Internet
Shared Jacuzzi/Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Fireplace

Inside, guests will enjoy Wi-Fi, a fireplace, a baby grand piano, a library, a bar, and a billiards table. Outside, they will enjoy a terrace, a garden, a barbecue area, a swimming pool, and a hot tub.

Complimentary breakfast is provided each morning with a number of options available, such as bacon, eggs, and croissants. Dinner can be provided with prior arrangements.

Bar/Pub

This site can host weddings and other special events. Dinner can be provided with prior arrangements. Massage services can be provided as well. Guests should inquire with the host at the time of booking for more details.

Location + Surroundings

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Located just outside Nelson, New Zealand, this magnificent castle is surrounded by peaceful, rolling countryside. To the east, guests will find Rabbit Island, Ruby Bay, and Tasman Bay. To the west, they will find Kahurangi National Park, which encompasses 1,745 square miles of pristine natural beauty. To the south, they will find Mount Richmond Forest Park, which offers 640 more square miles of forests and mountains, as well as Nelson Lakes National Park. The site is about 40 minutes from the city of Nelson and it is five hours north of Christchurch. The journey from Wellington takes about six and a half hours with ferry transportation included.

General activities

Fishing
Meditation
Boating/Sailing
Wine tasting
Wildlife watching

Adventures and sports

Kayaking/Canoeing
Water sports
Stand-up paddleboarding

With Tasman Bay and three national parks nearby, guests will find an abundance of outdoor activity options in the surrounding area, including hiking, biking, rafting, sea-kayaking, cruising, sailing, jet boating, stand-up paddleboarding, kite surfing, fishing, and canyoning. Wine and beer aficionados can visit a number of boutique wineries and craft breweries in the region. Those craving adventure can go skydiving through Skydive Abel Tasman, and those seeking arts and culture can visit art galleries and museums, such as the Nelson Provincial Museum.

Accommodation Rules

Check-in: Flexible early check-in allowed additional charge
Check-out: Flexible late check-out allowed additional charge

Infants allowed Under 2 years old
Children allowed 2-12 years old
No smoking
No parties
Events allowed
Some spaces are shared

Cancellation policy

Fifteen

You will receive a 50% refund when you cancel at least 15 days prior to check-in.

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Additional Information

Pets and smoking are not permitted.

This property has been featured as a top 10 wedding destination by Airbnb, in addition to being a finalist on the television show, "My House, My Castle" and selected by a U.K. film company for a television series called, "The World' Most Extreme Homes."