Lodge Location: A 90-minute drive from Christchurch, about half way between Kaikoura and Hamner Springs. Located in the foothills of two mountain ranges and surrounded by high country sheep stations.

Qantas Vacations View: A large historic farmhouse with an intimate, warm and friendly home for travelers in an isolated mountain environment.

Finding your way 90 minutes drive north of Christchurch, 75 minutes south of Kaikoura, 45 minutes east of Hanmer Springs.

Local Attractions Farm tours, horse trekking, skiing, farm, forest and river walks, several golf courses. Whale watching, swimming with dolphins, Maori cultural tours, art galleries at Kaikoura. Thermal pools, forest walks, health spas, golf at Hanmer Springs.

Your Hosts - Craig Aitken & Philippa Turley
Address - 919 Sherwood Rd, RD1, Waiau, North Canterbury