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The
boutique vineyard home-stay Straw Lodge is housed in a unique eco-friendly
straw-bale building nestled amongst the Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot
Noir vines of Barrow's Vineyard.
Situated
on the world renowned wine producing river flats of the Wairau Valley
it provides stylish, five star B&B and self-catering accommodation,
with the option of fully hosted home-stays for individuals or small
groups. This is a unique service. It combines private accommodation,
a working vineyard, home-cooked and fresh home-grown produce, a
taste of wine from the vineyard and the option to be advised/booked
on individually designed wine, trekking, cycling, walking, fishing,
skiing, discovery, craft or gourmet trails of Marlborough.
THE
VINEYARD SUITES
The guest accommodation is separated from the main house in three
separate private areas. The Lodge's straw-bale construction, double-glazing
and wood finish provides a quiet comfort that is accentuated by
quality fittings and custom designed /hand crafted furniture. The
suites have vineyard settings with extensive mountain views.
Vineyard Suites
1 & 2 are located in a separate wing to the east of the main
house, with the vineyard’s Sauvignon Blanc vines to the door.
They have a spacious, open plan layout. The king bed can be converted
into two single beds, plus a double bed/settee can be put up for
extra guests. There is a lounging area with digital TV and DVD player.
The courtyards of these two suites can be inter-connected.
The third suite
is to the west of the main house, unconnected to other accommodation
facilities and in a delightful courtyard setting, with its own car
park, entrance and courtyard. It has been recently refurbished,
has a Queen bed, Digital TV and a DVD player.
All suites have
an ensuite bathroom, tea/coffee making facility, refrigerator, TV,
CD player, writing desk, a safe, private entrances and courtyard
areas. The lodge has wireless/broadband internet connection for
guests’ private use. A dedicated guest lap-top is also available.
Teas coffee, fruit juice and toiletries are supplied.
SHARED FACILITIES
Guests are welcome to wander through the vineyard and have free
use of the large out-door spa that is set amongst the vines. There
are two BBQ courtyards, one open, the other a large covered area
with gas heating. The living area in the house has an open fire
and a library of books, DVDs and reference material on Marlborough's
attractions, history and landscapes.
There is a separate
guest's kitchen/dining area that is equipped for guests who may
wish to prepare their own evening meals. The orchard, garden and
pottager areas provide a variety of produce throughout the year
and guests are free to help themselves. Guests enjoy complimentary
use of the Lodge's bikes to explore the neighbouring wineries, riverbanks,
swimming holes and countryside. There is access from the vineyard
to great off-road walking and cycling trails. Three sets of golf
clubs are available with some wonderful courses nearby.
The Lodge's
laundry facilities are available for guests' use.
THE BACH
For the complete Marlborough holiday guests of Straw Lodge now have
the option of complementing their visit with a stay in their hosts'
beautiful Marlborough Sounds bach. Situated in pristine Tennyson
Inlet this modern holiday home will provide guests with an ideal
base to explore one of the most unspoilt and spectacular areas of
New Zealand.
With a grand
view over the bay the bach has extensive outdoor decks and is fully
equipped for a carefree and comfortable Sounds experience. It has
• a modern kitchen • three private double bedrooms with
linen supplied • two bathrooms • an open fire • BBQ
courtyard • laundry facilities and • drive on access.
The cupboards
are stocked with basic food requirements. All that guests need to
bring is their fresh food and drink requirements, plus an attitude
to enjoy a remote and special place.
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