Quail Farm, Colonial charm

I am an easy going, social and respectful person, probably a bit quirky! A mother of three boys, which in itself has been a beautiful yet challenging journey at times, with the first son born with a very rare syndrome. I have a fascination with meeting new people and learning more of what makes our world tick. I’ve enjoyed being a New Zealander since 1993, while I grew up in a beautiful part Devon, England in a family tourism business. Since then I have owned restaurants, yes I'm a foodie! But my passion has moved to plants – I’ve loved working as a florist and in horticulture in recent years. I enjoy art, and my recent expression of that has been through drawing (where I met my lovely partner, Paul), pottery, soap and candle making. At last I’m accomplishing my dream of developing a lavender farm on this beautiful and unique character property here in Nelson. I’m able to follow my passions and accommodate people in the hope they carry on their own journey a little more refreshed and inspired.

Endearingly secluded colonial farm, which exudes warmth, charm and a feeling of time-gone-by, creating... ..One of Nelsons little secrets." Characterised by cottage gardens, orchards, Pinot vines, friendly hens,sheep & our NEW Lavender farm - enjoy the long tree lined entrance drive to the centre of the 10 acre ‘parcel’ of land. We provide two beautiful accommodation spaces. -Romantic Orchard studio is a wing of Quail farmhouse our family home. It has a feeling of absolute country luxury, super king bed with delicious soft crisp linen, cathedral ceilings, ensuite, cute kitchenette. -Lavender Cottage has layers of luxury in a bespoke long barn vibe, flexible two storey space to be enjoyed by a romantic couple. Each space has its own private out-door area positioned to enjoy the sun setting, each with soft seating, outdoor bath, chiminea, hammock and barbecue We do have wifi and 4G - BUT we encourage you to turn off your phone, and hide away for a while. You can choose to snooze, connect, get lost in a book, play croquet , take a dip in the pool, or soak your cares away in a hot vintage bath. Don’t worry, the world will keep on turning without you…

Quail farm is located in Brightwater, Tasman, New Zealand. Just 18 mins from Nelson airport and Tahunanui Beach, there are valleys with beautiful rivers and crystal clear swimming holes just along the country road, plus tramps up into the Mt Richmond Forest Park for the adventuress. Of course we mustn’t forget the wonderful Great Taste Cycle Trail which is only around 5 minutes cycling away. The historic village of Brightwater, Lord Rutherford’s birthplace, is five minutes away, with the renown Royce McGlashen Pottery (part of a a Creative Pathways Rural art trail), cafés, Sprig and Fern pub, fish and chip shop and a comprehensive 4-Square store. Day trips include Nelson Lakes (56 mins), Kaiteriteri’s famous beaches for kayak adventures ,mountain biking (48 mins), Abel Tasman National Park (52 mins), Nelson City -Theatres, art galleries, famous markets, restaurants and cafés(27 mins), Mapua Wharf development - restaurants, cafés boutiques, live music (21 mins) with Richmond shops and ethnic restaurants (10 mins)