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Welcome to New Zealand at its Best

Organic Explorer has carved out a name for itself as a comprehensive resource for travellers seeking eco-friendly experiences in New Zealand.

Through its website and travel guides, it has provided travellers with an abundance of information about everything from organic cafe's and eco-lodges to nature tourism and Maori cultural experiences.

But Organic Explorer’s efforts have gone further than just informing travellers about the variety of eco-friendly experiences available in New Zealand. It has also helped raise international awareness of New Zealand as a visitor destination.

Eco-tourism experiences feature on many international visitors’ holiday plans and that will only increase Organic Explorer’s relevance to visitors and local eco-tourism businesses.

Kevin Bowler
Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive

Clarenden Eco Stay New Zealand

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PO Box 680, Picton
+64 21 02592420
offgridecostay.com/

Full Description

You’ve heard about ‘off-grid’ living, wondered if it works and whether you would have to give up all of life’s comforts. Here is the opportunity for the vacation you have been dreaming about. You can have a relaxing vacation, enjoy modern day comforts whilst reducing your carbon footprint. Sleeps between 4-6 people: 2 Bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, large covered outside deck. Overlooking 125 acres of native bush. Private walking tracks. Wireless broadband internet. 100% Renewable Energy powered by solar and micro-hydro. Pets welcome.

Environment Friendly Action

We conserve heat
We conserve water
We reduce/limit oil/gas carbon emissions
We employ alternative energy resources: wind/solar/water
We recycle where possible
We compost food waste
We use sustainable toilet/grey water waste disposal
We use bio-degradable cleaning agents
We use reclaimed or low embodied energy building materials
We use renewable natural furnishings
We instruct staff in green practices
We include green room info packs
We mention green/eco issues on our website
We conserve/care for wildlife in our area/ natural pest eradication
We participate in community environmental initiatives

Facilities

2 Bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, large covered outside deck. Traditional house with modern day comforts : all appliances are 240 volt with modern necessities of fridge, lighting and appliances.

Total Capacity

max 4

Electronics

Phone & Broadband

Activities

Located on 64 hectares regenerating native New Zealand bush with 180 degree views from lounge and towards Koromiko Valley. The Eco Stay is a 10 min drive to Picton, the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds and a 20 minute drive to Blenheim in the heart of the Marlborough wine district. Easy access to the Queen Charlotte Sounds walking tracks and leisure pursuits in the Marlborough Sounds. 2kms of private walking track on the property with views to Marlborough Wine District and the Wairau Plains.

Directions

Picton is the closest town to the Eco-Stay. You can get to Picton either via driving, inter island ferry, or flying from Wellington International Airport by small plane to Picton Airport.

There are a couple of car hire firms in Picton if you require a vehicle for your stay. Please note you will need a vehicle to access the Eco-Stay as it is 1.5 km’s from the end of the public road.

User Reviews

There are: 2 reviews, with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5

"I for one thank you and respect you for being the ones who have indeed done a wonderful, fantastic and creative form of embracing mother nature & giving due respect to all that was, is and will be."

Posted by Caroline Alphonso - Dance Therapist, UK on 2009-03-18 13:42:55

"What a great place to sit and ponder the ways of the world.”

Posted by Jennifer Campbell - Melbourne, Australia on 2009-03-18 13:41:15