Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa Bay
Lodge Accommodation On The Beachfront
Originally built on the "finest site in Awaroa Bay", now operating as a Lodge for Guests of Wilsons Abel Tasman overnight stays in the National Park.
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The best of New Zealand's new and old is found at Meadowbank Homestead, rebuilt as an eco lodge in 1994 using recycled timbers and featuring heirlooms representing 8 generataions of the family's association with the Nelson region. The Lodge provides all the comforts of modern living whilst minimising impact on the environment.
As a Guest at Meadowbank you will be introduced to a fascinating living history of European settlement in the area, told through the family's personal stories.
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Facilities
- All rooms twin/double with ensuite bathroom
- All bedding and towels provided
- Hosts provide fine meals served with local wines and beer. Picnic lunches.
- Drying room
- Central heating and open fire for winter comforts
Please note: Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa is owned and operated by the Wilsons family.
The Awaroa Lodge has no connection with the Wilson family. It is located behind the beachfront in a different area of the inlet.
History
In 1884 William Hadfield builta two-storeyed home, Meadowbank, for his wife, Adele and children. He built on the best site in Awaroa Bay to catch the stunning panoramic views and all-year-round sun.
One hundred and ten years later, his great granddaughter, Lynette Wilson, and her family built a replica homestead on the same site, including all modern conveniences.
Set amongst the original gardens of camellia and rhododendron trees, the character of Meadowbank has been brought back to life through the extensive use of period windows, doors and timbers. There are eleven comfortable twin/double rooms with ensuites, a friendly lounge with open fire and modern kitchen serving a convivial dining room.
The bedrooms have been named after members of the Hadfield family who lived at Meadowbank. All rooms feature photographs and momentos of their lives as they attempted to settle in the remote Awaroa inlet.
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How To Book
We are currently testing our new Online Booking system. Until we are sure of the efficiency of this service, our friendly Reservations Team is waiting to answer your enquiries and take your booking.
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0800 223 582 (0800 ABEL TASMAN) New Zealand only
1800-139 341 Australia only
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03 528 2027 (calling from within New Zealand)
or +64 3 528 2027 (calling outside NZ) |
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info@abeltasman.co.nz |
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