Activities
Edenhouse luxury lodge accommodation is in the midst of some of New Zealand’s grandest scenery – from rugged wilderness to golden beaches. Its enviable location is right in the heart of the activities and experiences in which guests delight:
Abel Tasman National Park
The Abel Tasman is our smallest national park yet it consistently ranks as one of the top 5 tourist attractions in New Zealand. Its golden beaches, turquoise waters, native bush and pristine marine reserves make this world-renowned Park a “must-do” experience.Read more
Best of Both Worlds – Boat Charter & Heli Scenic
See two of New Zealand’s National Park’s in one day. Spend the morning in the Abel Tasman National Park with Abel Tasman Charters, enjoy a gourmet lunch before meeting your private helicopter at Awaroa Bay.Read more
Wild North-West Heli-Adventure
Looking westwards from Edenhouse's garden the view stretches to the mysterious mountains of the Kahurangi National Park, a vast wilderness area which holds its secrets close, the best known only to a select few.Read more
Durville Indulgence
D’Urville Island is truly one of New Zealand’s best kept secrets. Discovered by French explorer Jules Dumont D’Urville, the island is located off the northern coast of the South Island with an area of approximately 150 square km making it the eighth-largest island of New Zealand.Read more
Horse Trekking – Cape Farewell
This isn’t just horse-riding; the stunning location and scenery make it an exceptional and unforgettable experience. We favour two rides, which can be combined. The Spectacular Old Man Range, with an ever-changing vista and views of all of Farewell Spit, has been classed as the most scenic horse trek in New Zealand.Read more
Baton Run horse treks and farm tours
Baton Run Adventures offers an experience well off the beaten track in a unique corner of the world. Farm tours or horse riding trips are small (fve people or less) and personal, so you will be well looked after while still experiencing a sense of adventure.Read more
Hiking & Exploring
The Nelson/Tasman region includes three of the country's 14 national parks - one a coastal paradise (the Abel Tasman); one an alpine retreat (Nelson Lakes); the third, Kahurangi, a vast swathe of virgin rainforest and awe-inspiring mountains stretching across more than 450,000 hectares, or almost the entire northwest corner of the South Island.Read more
Canyoning in The Abel Tasman National Park
Slide down water polished chutes, jump into crystal clear pools, abseil through showering waterfalls, and zipline over rocks.Read more
Great Taste Cycle Trail – Wheelie Fantastic
Wheelie Fantastic Cycle Tours is an owner-operated company with a passion for cycling. Ride sections of the Great Taste Trail of 175km enjoying the tranquillity of the countryside, hop gardens, vineyards, orchards, majestic rivers, and artisans studios.Read more
Cycling from Edenhouse
Wheelie Fantastic provides bike hire for Edenhouse guests with cycles delivered to Edenhouse for a day or as long as the guests want.Read more
Vineyards & Wine Tasting
There are around 37 boutique wineries in the Nelson Tasman region and several, including Neudorf, Kahurangi and Rimu Grove, are within 25 minutes of Edenhouse.Read more
Himmelsfeld Vineyard
Uppermost amongst the Edenhouse relationships is this remarkable woman and her vineyard.Read more
Wearable arts and classic cars
This is a creative and visual experience that is almost beyond description. Firmly established as an iconic 'must see' visitor attraction, the WOW® and Classic Cars Museum celebrates two distinctly different passions.Read more
Michael MacMillan Sculpture
Michael MacMillan is a renowned artist and sculptor working from his studio on Neudorf Road, 20 minutes from Edenhouse.Read more
Arts & Crafts
Nelson Tasman is blessed with creative abundance and is home to over 350 working artists. The diverse art forms range from paintings to ceramics, sculpture, glass, jewellery and wearable art.Read more
Moutere Artisans
Upper Moutere, a small village fifteen minutes from Edenhouse, is home to a bunch of creative and productive people. They make glorious wine, stunning sheep cheese and olive oils.Read more
Golden Bay & Farewell Spit
A visit to Golden Bay is an adventure in itself. Two of its most famous attractions are Pupu Springs and Farewell Spit.Read more
Fly Fishing
Edenhouse is 5 minutes from the nationally important Motueka River catchment with miles of bountiful riffles, runs and pools. Sight casting to spotted brown trout freely sipping dry flies and nymphs is an angling experience not to be missed.Read more
Pampering & Indulgence
Ever-mindful of guests' need to unwind as well as to indulge, massage and beauty therapist Jacqui Jenkins is part of the Edenhouse team.Read more
The Gardens At Edenhouse
Edenhouse is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, even by New Zealand standards. Nestled in the stunning Orinoco Valley, its extensive gardens are the "creation" of Peter and Bobbie Martin.Read more
