Mount Richmond Resort

One hour from Picton Ferry Terminal on main highway to Nelson. The ideal to use as a base to explore both Nelson and the Marlborough Sounds.

All units fully self contained and newly refurbished. Bedding, cutlery and cooking utensils all supplied. Just bring your own food!

Free use of hot spa.

Barbecue (to be reserved).

$2 charge for laundry.

Site wide wi-fi or internet available in the office - all free.

Mount Richmond Estate is a great place to visit any time of the year. As the seasons change so do the views.

Enjoy the spacious 10 acre grounds on a sunny plateau high above Rai Valley. Surrounded by native and exotic forest the peace and tranquility will completely recharge you.

Mount Richmond Estate is adjacent to Mount Richmond Forest Park and near Pelorus Bridge.

Mt Richmond Forest Park stretches 100 km along the rugged backbone of the Mt Richmond Range from St Arnaud all the way to the coast. It forms the backdrop to Nelson city and dominates the skyline from Blenheim and the Wairau Valley. Over 80% of the vast area is covered in dense forest with Manuka, Kanuka, bracken and gorse common around the margins of the park. The high peaks like Mt Richmond (1,700 meters) and the ‘Alpine Route' further south have small alpine grasslands.

Geological interest in the park is high as the main South Island alpine fault runs along the southern boundary. This is the largest active fault line in New Zealand and extends down to South Westland. The Red Hills and Dun Mountain have high levels of magnesium and iron, which gives them a distinctive rust color. Over millions of years they have been moved 600 km north from the identical rocks in the Red Hills of South Westland.

New for 2010, our new cafe/restaurant - Foresters. Currently open 9am - 6pm daily (except Christmas Day), serving delicious chef produced meals, snacks. Also serving soft drinks and fantastic locally roasted coffee. Sit inside in front of the log burner in the cooler months or outside on the deck in the warmer months.

Accommodation Information

We have eight motels; they are individual newly refurbished motel units set in 10 acres of parkland. Each having two bedrooms, which are normally super king size double bed in one room, a twin bedded room. These are very flexible so can accommodate four singles. It's also possible to accommodate a fifth peson in the lounge area. Modern kitchen area, dining, bathroom. All fully equipped. The units are light and airy with relaxing colour scheme. Airconditioned for your comfort. Wi-fi throughout. Also one easy access unit, this unit with one bedroom only and designed for wheel chair users.

Location Information

Situated only 1.5km from the turn off to French Pass, where kayaking is available in a large number of bays of the Marlborough Sounds. Hire a kayak at Cissy or Elaine Bay. A sail boat is an option at French Pass. Many walks through native bush at Pelorus Bridge just 7 mins away by car.