The famous Queen Charlotte walkway is on your door step; a three day walk or action packed mountain bike ride – You choose.

Marlborough’s main town, Blenheim, and the surrounding Wairau Valley offers a wide range of arts, crafts, shopping, wineries, fine dining and contemporary café options to suit all tastes.

Try a winery tour and visit any of the 55 local wineries; remember to have a designated driver or perhaps do a cycle tour through the vines.

Golfing enthusiasts are well catered for with 6 local courses, 2 of which have held national championship competitions.

A mere 20 minute flight will have you in the heart of Wellington City, the nation’s cultural capital - and your home amongst the vines a virtual stone’s throw away.