Countryhouse was originally built in Fielding in the late 1800's. Mike and Jude Nelson found it for sale for removal in late 2002 and bought it because of its originality and preservation. They then found a lovely 2.5-acre site in Martinborough in a beautiful country setting. The property next door is a gardener's paradise and we share the protection and attraction of a most wonderful garden. The house was moved there in February 2003. Architect Kyle Davy was consulted to design a wrap around veranda and to extend the master bedroom to meet the wrap around veranda. Bi fold doors were strategically placed to take advantage of the sun rise and sunset and to offer ventilation during the hot Martinborough summers.

Restoration was aimed at featuring the lovely original timbers in the entire house and the finished effect is warm and soothing. There is always a place to shelter from winds to enjoy the local wines while watching the sunsets or breakfast outdoors while enjoying the early morning sun on the open back porch.

The lovely original claw foot bath was exposed from behind the façade it had been hidden behind for obviously many years and beautifully restored. It is the most relaxing deep bath to soak in.

Outdoor furniture includes tables and chairs and a fold away table/seat and a gas BBQ. Lovely evenings can be spent enjoying the outdoors. The house is surrounded by large lawned areas ideal for a game of football or perhaps petanque.

Making arrangements for big occasions is no problem at Countryhouse. The covered veranda is a very roomy 2 meters wide and a wrap around awning with windows is available for those times when you want to extend the size of the house to cater for large parties. The awning requires fitting and there is an added charge for this and the hire but it makes Countryhouse a very large facility. Large groups visiting for the day for a BBQ are welcome at Countryhouse but please expect to pay $10 per head for casual visitors for organized BBQ's or after match (wedding) functions. This covers the added strain on resources such as water, power and gas.

The Martinborough Golf Course is a 5 minute stroll away and the 18 hole facility is well manicured and a most enjoyable venue.

The Martinborough village centre is only 1.6 km's away and there you will find 2 hotels and a selection of restaurants, cafes and shops. Diners will find everything from breakfast through to a la carte dinners of the highest standard and of course the local wines are plentiful.

There are varied walking tracks nearby with some spectacular views over the countryside. Walk among the farmer's animals in a lot of cases.

For animal lovers we even have our own two cows on the property. Darkie and Goldie are always curious and will get up close to you if you are patient.

While at Countryhouse you will enjoy:

3 double bedrooms (Master with King Size bed and ensuite the others Queen size beds)
A sleep out with ensuite which has four bunks. Lounge
Bathroom with deep claw foot bath
Covered veranda around 2/3rds of the house
Extensive range of kitchen utensils
Gas hobs
Electric oven
BBQ
Outdoor furniture
SKY cable TV
CD player
Stereo
Video
Woodburning fire
Full linen
Washing Machine
Dryer
Phone
ADSL internet connection (by arrangement)

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Weddings at Countryhouse can be enhanced with the use of services from Beauchic www.beauchic.co.nz

To contact us for a booking:

Mike Nelson
Ph   (04) 233 8910
Mob  (027) 443 8608
Email: mikenel@xtra.co.nz;vicki.kennedy@xtra.co.nz