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About North Canterbury, New Zealand

Descending from the “Dry Hills” of southern Marlborough a quite fantastic sight greets you – the stunning Pacific coastline of North Cnterbury! Flanked by the majestic Kaikoura Ranges on the landward side and the Pacific Ocean on the other, this is a trip of pure magic.

Buy your dinner absolutely fresh from a roadside crayfish stall. Go whale watching or swim with the dolphins at Kaikoura; ski at Mt. Lyford then head inland to the fabled hot pools of Hanmer Springs.

See the strange limestone formations and explore the wild rivers of the Hurunui or sample the wines of Waipara.

Here is our selection of North Canterbury Rural B&B's

Pahau Downs

North Canterbury rural

Prices from $265 per couple

10 minutes from Culverden, 25 to Hanmer Springs

This romantic self-contained cottage is available for your exclusive use. Superbly equipped with two large bedrooms, a shower and bathroom and a sunny sitting/dining room with a wood burner. Pahau Downs is a tranquil working farm set amidst stunning scenery. Enjoy the mountain views from the heated swimming pool (summer only). Also relax in the spa. Walk over the farm or tour the working sheep and beef station with the owner. Free tour for guests who stay two nights or more.

And here's why you should: Pahau Downs makes an excellent base for exploring the immediate region. Excellent golfing in Culverden and Hanmer Springs, where you can also enjoy the famous thermal spa & hot pools. The Waipara wineries are within easy distance, as is the Mt Lyford ski field. So much to do, the problem usually is too little time!