Tirimoana House  

On the sunlit shores of Anakiwa in the Marlborough Sounds, a beach bed & breakfast with sweeping ocean and mountain views. About 30 minutes from Picton, 20 minutes from Havelock and roughly 50 minutes to the Marlborough wineries. A stroll from the famous Queen Charlotte Track and Okiwa Bay, with kayak hires, boat cruises and winery tours close by.

Four elegantly furnished rooms in the main house each have private ensuites, air conditioning and a private deck with ocean-view and mountain outlooks. The separate Queen Charlotte Suite is self-catering, with a kitchenette, laundry and large covered and open decks; breakfast is optional there. A spacious guest lounge is air conditioned in summer and warmed by an open fire in winter. Rooms include complimentary minibar items, designer toiletries, hair dryers, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping.

Seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a spa tub set in terraced gardens. BBQ hut, picnic and barbeque areas on the lawn for DIY dinners. Easy access to the Queen Charlotte Track, local kayak hires and nearby boat cruises. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or beer with your hosts each evening at 5:30. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings on your private deck.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. Free on-site self-parking, luggage storage and limited-hours room service.

A cooked or continental English breakfast is served daily from 8:30–9:30 on the outdoor veranda or in the dining room. On-site restaurant available, plus dinner platters, packed lunches, evening platters and BBQ hampers can be provided on request.