Cool season, warm luxury... experience the best of Marlborough
Two unique lodges | Four cozy nights | May to September | From $650 per night*
The best of Marlborough combined into one exceptional experience… the tranquility and beauty of the Marlborough Sounds and the brilliant delight of New Zealand’s world-famous wine region, staying at two exceptional 5-star Qualmark Gold retreats.
A luxury four-night escape, available May through September*:
Two people twin share: $2,600
Includes:
– Two nights bed & breakfast: St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
– Two nights bed & breakfast: Bay of Many Coves Resort
Transfer options (charged separately):
Choose from a range of seamless add-ons including lodge-to-lodge scenic helicopter flights, premium car and boat transfers, and winery cellar door tours*.
Water & Wine
Day 1
Arrive in Blenheim and check in to St Leonards Vineyard Cottages. If you arrive by plane or ferry, talk to us about transfer options to St Leonards.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon meeting and feeding our farm animals before heading to dinner out at one of Marlborough's exceptional restaurants, or lighting a fire in your cottage's fireplace and dining in for a romantic evening in the vines.
Day 2
After a restful sleep, wake up to birdsong and cook up a storm for breakfast, with provisions including freshly baked ciabatta loaf and free-range eggs from the St Leonards hens. Then head out on a full-day tour of some of Marlborough's famous cellar doors, by bike, van or private tour, with a delicious cellar door lunch along the way.
Finish up your day with a delicious meal in your cottage or at a local restaurant, and stargaze from the hot tub.
Day 3
After a relaxing breakfast, today you head to the Marlborough Sounds to stay at Bay of Many Coves Resort, nestled in the scenic Queen Charlotte Sound.
Talk to us about your transfer options, which include Lodge-to-Lodge helicopter, premium car transfer and water taxi, or (if you have your vehicle) water taxi.
Enjoy a degustation or a la carte meal at Bay of Many Coves before retreating to your luxurious apartment for a relaxing evening.
Day 4
Wake up to native birdsong and wander to a delicious breakfast. Soak up the stunning views, take to the water in a kayak or dinghy, or enjoy a walk uphill to an exceptional lookout. Wind down in the hot tub before heading to dinner.
Day 5
After a delicious breakfast it's time to transfer* back to Picton and/or Blenheim by boat or helicopter, with plans to return to Marlborough soon.
Suggested itinerary
Transfer options*
*Charged in addition to accommodation. Terms & Conditions apply
Direct lodge-to-lodge scenic helicopter transfer*
Premium vehicle and water taxi transfer*
Scenic water taxi transfer from Picton*
Terms and Conditions
Applicable:
1 May – 30 September 2026 and 1 May – 30 September 2027. Package comprises two nights accommodation at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages (Winemaker’s Cottage or The Woolshed), and two nights accommodation at Bay of Many Coves (1 bedroom apartment). Transfers, lunches and dinners are additional charges. Prices include GST.
Cancellations
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Cancellations 1 to 10 days prior to first check-in date: 100% of booking value
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Cancellations between 11 to 30 days prior to first check-in date: 50% of booking value
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Where government–imposed sanctions restrict or deny the ability to travel, our package cancellation policy will still apply, however the booking value will be held in credit, to be used within the following 12 months.
Transfers
Helicopter, vehicle and water taxi transfers are arranged with third-party commercial partners and are charged in addition to accommodation. If planned transfers are delayed/cancelled by weather, alternative arrangements will be made to fulfil the package. Alternate plans will be arranged for any transfer that is cancelled beyond our control – any difference in cost will not be charged. Our transfer partners comply with all relevant commercial transportation legislation and guests transferring by helicopter or water taxi will be given a comprehensive safety briefing prior to departure.
General Terms and Conditions
Unless otherwise stated, St Leonards Vineyard Cottages’ and Bay of Many Coves’ respective standard terms and conditions apply.
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