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Hopewell Lodge

Marlborough Sounds (Kenepuru Sound)

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Address	7204 Kenepuru Road, Marlborough Sounds (Kenepuru Sound), South Island, New Zealand Map
Price	From $32 per person to $60 per person

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Details

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Description

Welcome to Hopewell, an award winning lodge set in a superb, inspiring natural location on the waters edge of the magnificent Kenepuru Sound, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand.

Hopewell offers a choice of accommodation from backpacker's rooms to luxurious double ensuites and a self contained cottage. Almost all rooms enjoy expansive sea views.

Surrounded by native forest and turquoise waters, Hopewell is the perfect retreat for relaxing and at the same time provides a wide range of activities. Laze on our sunny, secluded and sheltered beach. Enjoy a day's walk on the Queen Charlotte Track with water taxi transfers. Explore the Kenepuru Sound in our kayaks. Hike in the surrounding pristine native forest. Experience a unique golf course with unbelievable views. Try fishing for the famous Red Snapper. Collect delicious oysters and sample the freshly steamed mussels. Mountain bike into the Pelorus Sound. Soak in the hot outdoor spa under the southern night sky. Visit the resident glow-worms. Relax in the hammocks in the midst of native bush. Dine on delicious home cooked meals and gourmet pizzas. Wake up to the enticing smell of fresh espresso coffee.

Mike and Lynley invite you to share their beautiful place.

Ratings & Comments

5 Average from 2 Ratings

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Comment by Paula, Ireland

March 2008

Stunning
I did not want to leave. When we arrived we were greeted with tea and muffins (freshly out of the oven) with the owners. They did free mussels for everybody every few nights. The rooms were immaculate and incredibly comfortable. Everywhere (windows and floors) were cleaned daily and there wasn't a bit of dust/dirt anywhere. Best kitchen I've seen. Kayaks, Fishing, Spa pool -- all for a small once off fee for unlimited use. I will be returning as often as I can!

Comment by Stuart Doran

April 2006

This is without a doubt the best 'hostel' in the world. Words cannot describe the location, the quality, the cleanliness and the friendliness of Mike and Lynley who run and own the place. This place takes some getting to and if you don't have transport, it can be a bit of a grind but I guarantee it is worth every minute.

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