Relax in a spacious hillside apartment with uninterrupted views from your private balcony to the blue waters and native bush-clad hills. This new exclusive retreat in the Marlborough Sounds offers excellent sailing, fishing, swimming, hiking, and/or kayaking in an unspoilt natural environment. Choose from a Studio unit to a 1,2 or 3 bedroom luxury apartment, which enjoy uninterrupted sea views from indoors and the large private balcony. Easily accessed by scheduled water transport only 30 minutes from the Picton ferry terminal.
Location
The Marlborough Sounds describes an area at the top of the South Island of New Zealand, featuring an intricate series of native bush-clad bays and coves sheltered from the open sea. Within the Marlborough Sounds is the seaside township of Picton, the access port to all interisland ferry services from Wellington. Bay of Many Coves Resort lies just 30 minutes north of Picton. There are no roads in or out of the resort.
Facilities
~ Bar & Lounge ~ Restaurant ~ Tour Desk ~ Dry Cleaning / Guest Laundry ~ Child Minding Service ~ Swimming Pool ~ Business Centre
Business Facilities
Please enquire through reception.
Children & Extra Guests
No extra charges apply as rooms are as described with number of persons indicated per room type.
Getting There
Regular boat services depart Picton throughout the day to provide access to the resort. Resort staff will be happy to supply all connecting options and book the service that best suits your itinerary. Please contact them for the current timetables.
Travel Options to Marlborough
Air
Air New Zealand Origin Pacific Sounds Air
Sail the Cook Strait
Several companies offer daily ferry services.
Enjoy a scenic trip in approximately 3 hours across Cook Strait, linking New Zealand's North and South Islands, or The Lynx provides a faster ferry option. Vessels carry both passengers and vehicles.
Rail
A Tranz Scenic train journey offers panoramic views, reclining seating and fully licensed buffet car. The Coastal Express takes you from Christchurch to the port of Picton via the Kaikoura Coast. This service connects with your 30 minute cruise to the resort.
Car Parking
Not applicable.
Cancellation Policy
*Due to the location and intimate size of the property, a strict cancellation policy applies: Within 9 days of arrival 100% of total stay charged. Within 10 - 30 days of arrival 25% of total stay charged. Outside 30 days there is no cancellation charge.
Each 1 bedroom apartment has: A spacious living room with stylish micro-suede sofas, flat screen TV, stereo entertainment system. Contemporary kitchenette with designer appliances - including microwave, hob cook top, dishwasher and European cookware and glassware. Tiled designer ensuite bathroom, adjoining each bedroom and supplied with locally designed toiletries for your enjoyment. Telephone and internet connection. Laundry facilities (in 2 bedroom units only) and spacious wardrobes, Security safe, Private balcony overlooking the Bay, accessible from the bedroom and living room. Breakfast can be arranged at $NZ 30 per person per day. A minimum 2 night stay applies 01 September - 31 October 2011 & 01 December 2011 - 31 January 2012. Rate is based on 1-2 persons.
~ Fax / Modem Connection ~ Non-smoking rooms available ~ Balcony ~ Kitchenette ~ Tea & Coffee making facilities ~ Iron & Ironing board ~ Hair Dryer
Queen Charlotte Track Freedom Walk Package Includes:
Two night’s accommodation in a luxury one bedroom apartment at the Bay of Many Coves Resort,
Three course Dinner both nights at the resort,
Full Breakfast each morning,
Return water transfers between the resort and Picton by scheduled water transport. Plus
A one day cruise and walk on the Queen Charlotte track with the Cougar Line. Options 2.5 to 5
hour walks. Rate based on 1-2 persons.
Romantic Retreat Package Includes:
Two night’s accommodation in a luxury one bedroom apartment at the Bay of Many Coves Resort,
Three course Dinner both nights at the resort,
Full Breakfast each morning,
Return water transfers between the resort and Picton by scheduled water transport. Plus
A bottle of New Zealand Sparkling Wine and Box of Makana Handmade Chocolate Truffles in your
apartment upon arrival plus an indulgent hour of relaxation massage treatment each. Rate based on 1-2 persons.
Sounds Explorer Package includes: Two night's accommodation in a luxury one bedroom apartment, three course dinner on both nights at the resort, full breakfast each morning and return water transfer between the resort and Picton by scheduled water transport plus Half day cruise onboard a classic sounds launch. Cruise the beautiful bays of the Marlborough Sounds, perhaps drop a line down to catch lunch, scallop when in season, visit historic Captain Cook's Monument at Ship Cove, be amazed by the cheeky robins on Motuara Island or just simply put the anchor down and soak up the Sounds experience. Take one or two on board kayaks and visit the shore. Rate based on 1-2 persons.
Only one 3 bedroom apartment available. A spacious living room with stylish micro-suede sofas, flat screen TV, stereo entertainment system, Contemporary kitchenette with designer appliances - including microwave, hob cook top, dishwasher and European cookware and glassware. Tiled designer ensuite bathroom, adjoining each bedroom and supplied with locally designed toiletries for your enjoyment. Telephone and internet connection, spacious wardrobes, Security safe, Private balcony overlooking the Bay, accessible from the bedroom and living room. Breakfast can be arranged at $NZ 30 per person per day. A minimum 2 night stay applies 01 September - 31 October 2011 & 01 December 2011 - 31 January 2012. Rate is based on 1-6 persons.
~ Fax / Modem Connection ~ Non-smoking rooms available ~ Balcony ~ Fully Equipped Kitchen ~ Tea & Coffee making facilities ~ Iron & Ironing board ~ Hair Dryer
Each 2 bedroom apartment has: A spacious living room with stylish micro-suede sofas, flat screen TV, stereo entertainment system. Contemporary kitchenette with designer appliances - including microwave, hob cook top, dishwasher and European cookware and glassware. Tiled designer ensuite bathroom, adjoining each bedroom and supplied with locally designed toiletries for your enjoyment. Telephone and internet connection, Laundry facilities (in all 2 bedroom units) and spacious wardrobes, Security safe, Private balcony overlooking the Bay, accessible from the bedroom and living room. Breakfast can be arranged at $NZ 30 per person per day. A minimum 2 night stay applies 01 September - 31 October 2011 & 01 December 2011 - 31 January 2012. Rate is based on 1-4 persons.
~ Fax / Modem Connection ~ Non-smoking rooms available ~ Balcony ~ Fully Equipped Kitchen ~ Tea & Coffee making facilities ~ Iron & Ironing board ~ Hair Dryer
Wine Tasting Marlborough Includes:
Two night’s accommodation in a luxury one bedroom apartment at the Bay of Many Coves Resort,
Three course Dinner both nights at the resort,
Full Breakfast each morning,
Return water transfers between the resort and Picton by scheduled water transport. Plus
A half day private guided wine tour of New Zealand’s award winning wine region – Marlborough.
Enjoy a tour designed around your personal tastes, stop for lunch at the outstanding Herzog Winery,
Bistro or Wairau River restaurant (the Blue cheese soufflé is superb) and finish at the Makana
Chocolate Factory. Lunch is not included in price.
With a tour that accommodates your preferences there is time to pop into Thomas’s for some
shopping therapy or spend more time in Picton taking in the souvenir galleries. Rate based on 1-2 persons.
PLEASE NOTE: Booking cannot be made by using the following options: Airpoints,
Flybuys, Entertainment Cards, Club Cards, Industry Rates, Corporate Rates, Government Rates,
Restaurant reservations, Supermarket docket promotional coupons. For these bookings / enquiries
please contact the individual provider directly. Thank you.
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