Bed and Breakfasts we recommend.
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Harpers. Jo and Ian Harper have a modern house with magnifient views of the lake. http://www.harpers.co.nz/ |
| Gore | Connor Homestay. David and Dawn have been welcoming guest for many years first in Pukerau and now in there new home in Gore. http://www.bnb.co.nz/connororchids.html |
| Christchurch | Russley 302. Helen and Ron have a house on a large 10 acre block in Russley Road very close to the airport. The house is so far back from the road and the flight paths do not cross it so it is quiet though very convenient for folk flying in or out . http://www.ducksonrussley.co.nz |
| The NZ B& B Book | The New Zealand Bed and Breakfast Book has possibly the most extensive listing of Bed and Breakfast hosts for the whole of the country. The New Zealand Bed and Breakfast Book |
| @HomeNZ | A national organisation of regularly inspected Bed and Breakfast operators like ourselves. @home New Zealand |
Dunedin Activities Links.
| Dunedin City | Dunedin city has many attractions that reflect its history as New Zealand's oldest major centre. |
| The Taieri Gorge Train | This train covers part of the early rail route that was opened in 1880s to provide access to Central Otago. This section passes through dramatic the Taiei River Gorge. The trip helps illustrate the difficulties faced in opening up this rugged country. http://taieri.co.nz/ |
| Olveston House | This historic town house was built for one of Dunedin wealthy businessmen in 1904. It was gifted to the city with its original contents when the last member of the family died in 1966. It provides a most interesting insight into the life of the rich and famous of Dunedin's haydays. http://www.olveston.co.nz |
| Larnach Castle | Larnach was a wealthy businessman/banker who made money in the goldfield of Australia. He moved to Dunedin and build this amazing stately home on the Otago Peninsula in the 1870's. The crenellation of the top of the tower makes the structure look rather like a castle. The house and the family have an interesting history that is on display. http://www.larnachcastle.co.nz |
| Otago Museum | Otago Museum has a very good display on Southern Lands Southern people that gives considerable understandings of everything from early archeological sites to modern industry. It also has a delightful display of live butterflies. http://www.otagomuseum.govt.nz |
| Other city attractions | The city has many other attractions. Cadbury World Tour (Chocolate Factory)
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| Wildlife | The Otago Peninsula is the home of a wide variety of bird and sea wildlife. Below are some links to attractions on offer. |
| Taiaroa Head | Taiaroa head is the home of the Royal Albatross Centre. The department of Conservation conducts tours giving insight into the life of the birds and taking visitors to view the birds in their special observatory.http://www.albatross.org.nz |
| Monarch Boat | The Monarch boat offers wild life cruises around Taiaroa Head. This is a relaxed way to see the albatross, seals, penguins and other wildlife. http://www.wildlife.co.nz |
| Penguin Place | This is a private conservation area that has been set up with hidden tracks and hides that enable you to get close to where the yellow eyed penguins nest. http://www.penguinplace.co.nz |
| Dunedin Tourism | Dunedin City council has a tourist office to help promote these and the many other options available. http://www.dunedinnz.com |