Sounds Retreat

The Sounds Retreat is family run and offers the complete package to turn off relax and rejuvinate. The stylish Lodge overlooks the head of Queen Charlotte Sound. The retreat has a variety of activities to do such as watersports, hikes and is close to the wine region of Blenheim.
The Lodge is an award winning lodge with incerdible service and all the comforts of your own home in a marvelous destination.

Location

The Sounds Retreat is located on New Zealand's South Island in the Marlborough Sounds region.

How to get there

Flying from London is a 23 hours over two flights with a stop over in Asia. You can take a ferry into Picton from the North Island, or you can fly into Blenheim airport, just 30 minutes drive away from the lodge.

When to go

The weather tends to be pretty unpredictable. That said, it means that you can go at any time of year and still get glorious days. At the bottom of the world (or top, depending on how you look at it!) the seasons are opposite to the Northern Hemisphere’s and most people who visit New Zealand choose to go during their summer season, which is December through February.

Important Information

The risks to health whilst travelling will vary between individuals and many issues need to be taken into account, e.g. activities abroad, length of stay and general health of the traveller. It is recommended that you consult with your General Practitioner or Practice Nurse 6-8 weeks in advance of travel.

The Sounds Retreat does have the ability to create bed space using sofa beds for children however this is not advised.