If you know you need a break away and are looking at places that seem to exude happiness and relaxation then booking a stay at a Nelson lodge is a good move indeed. Located at the top of New Zealand's South Island, the natural geography lends itself to a warm Mediterranean style climate with the benefit of lush bushland and white beaches to add to the allure.
Known as the sunniest spot in New Zealand, there are plenty of things to do in the great outdoors including tramping in one of the three National Parks in the area. Each one has a different feel and attraction from Abel Tasman which includes much to enjoy along the coast, with rocky headlands you can look out into forever from and golden beaches. Kahurangi is one of the nation's largest and is home to several three and four day hikes. The Nelson Lakes National Park is where you can explore peaceful and beautiful lakes, edged by majestic beech forest.
Of course after all that tramping you'll be pleased you've booked a stay in a Nelson lodge where you can unwind with your hosts looking after your needs, providing you with rejuvenating cups of tea or perhaps a glass of wine. If you need some privacy you know they'll give you the space to enjoy your room.
Of course if hiking and bushwalks aren't your thing there is still plenty to enjoy in the area. It's a region known for artists and crafts people, with over three hundred people living and working as artists in the area. Many of these people sell their creations locally with a good proportion of them displaying their work in their own workshops where you can see them at work creating new masterpieces.
With the time in the great outdoors, and the time spent looking at other's creations you may start to feel a little hungry. Of course if you've booked at a Nelson lodge it is likely that you'll have begun the day with a good breakfast but it's amazing how fast the appeal of one of the many boutique wineries or cafes begins to grow and the thought of sitting in the sun enjoying a bite becomes all encompassing. It's all part of making your break a memorable one.