Welcome to our slice of paradise!

Tui and Gary relocated back to New Zealand from the UK in 2019, and embarked on a new adventure creating our little slice of paradise in Tasman. Our beautiful new home is nestled perfectly between Nelson and the Abel Tasman National Park in the sun soaked Tasman region.

Tui was raised locally and spent her childhood immersed in the outdoors enjoying the natural beauty of the area, swimming in the local rivers, hiking in the Kahurangi National Park, and embracing the great outdoors. After many years working in the tourism industry in the UK, she returned to New Zealand with her English husband and their son, Louis, to establish our property in Tasman. Previously based in Brighton, East Sussex, we have spent many years exploring Europe and the Mediterranean with a particular love of sailing. Gary also enjoys the freedom of the open road on his motorbike & we are privileged to have some many trails & scenic drives on our doorstep.

The natural environment is very important to us and since moving here, we’ve planted over 3,000 native trees, contributing to the resurgence of local birdlife. Our guests love being immersed in nature & we love watching them unwind as they awake to the sound of the morning chorus or watch the hawks soaring through the valleys and hills above.

With very little light reflection the stunning night skies provide the perfect spot for some serene stargazing and is one of the many reasons we fell in love with this region, far from the hustle and bustle of major cities.

Living here is a joy, surrounded by a vibrant artisan community and set amidst world-class wineries and breathtaking scenery. To our west, we have the stunning Kahurangi National Park, and just minutes to the northeast, the sparkling coastline of the Abel Tasman National Park beckons.

Our passions include sailing, skiing, gardening, cycling, traveling, and indulging in the delicious local food and fine wine on our doorstep. We’re excited to be able to share our corner of the world with you and make your stay as memorable as possible.