Mt Nicholas Station - lies at the foot of the Southern Alps, Fiordland National Park to the west and the spectacular clear waters of Lake Wakatipu, immediately below to the east. Nestled within this breath taking panorama, is Mt Nicholas Lodge.
The Lodge: The character of the lodge at Mt Nicholas is an extension of the natural surroundings. Nestled in a secluded and private setting, the 80 year old lodge has been adapted from the properties original homestead, offering all the comforts of home with almost every window providing a spectacular view. The rolling lawns, large flagstone paved verandas and mature garden setting all add to the unique environment.
As a guest you will enjoy a friendly family like atmosphere and be served the very best of local produce, much of which is grown (or raised) on the station itself. The hearty breakfasts, gourmet lunches, and traditional evening meals, as prepared by Adrienne in the large country style kitchen, will be sure to satisfy every appetite. Her expert knowledge of New Zealand wines will ensure the dining experience is complete.
Hunting: Remote, pristine and with diverse landscape and wildlife, Mt Nicholas Station offers a world class hunting experience and is one of the few locations in New Zealand where all species offered can be hunted from the lodge base. The terrain at Mt Nicholas rises from lake level at 300 meters, to over 2,000 meters, a stunning landscape of river valleys and flats, mountain range after spectacular mountain range, native bush giving way to alpine grasses and craggy bluffs. Within this beautiful landscape are several species of equally beautiful trophy animals, either in Safari Park or Free Range environments. This is an experience guaranteed to not only test your hunting skills, but to also leave you with a profound feeling of awe, after following such magnificent animals in such an extraordinary location.
Mt Nicholas offers a wide range of Trophy Hunts, from single species to combination hunts which can include up to 5 different animals. Red Stag, Wapiti Bull, Fallow Buck, Himalayan Tahr and Chamois.
Property amenities:
The Accommodation: The lodge has three separate bedrooms, one with an en suite, two with separate bathroom facilities; the maximum number of guests at any time is five single guests or three couples.
If complete privacy is required, a single party can be accommodated by special arrangement.
Breakfast and lunch, often informal, is served in the large family style kitchen, while evening dining in the lounge, with its spectacular views and large roaring fire, is intimate and relaxing. Because Mt Nicholas Lodge only caters to small numbers, you are guaranteed that your stay will be personalised to suit your individual requirements.
Nearby attractions and activities:
Mean while back in Queenstown... if you still have a craving for shopping, mingling, playing golf, visiting wineries, bungee jumping or jet boating, transport and itineraries can easily be organized and visits accompanied, if required.
Location:
On the shores of Lake Wakatipu, midway between Queenstown and Glenorchy, in the South Island of New Zealand.
Policy:
Children: Because of our size and locality we regret that unless the lodge is booked on an exclusive basis, children under the age of 12 years can not be accommodated.
The lodge can be booked for exclusive use use at any time of the year. Please contact us for details on tariff and maximum numbers.
Reservations: To confirm a reservation a 30% deposit is required, or a current Visa or Mastercard number, with expiry date, to guarantee the booking. A 30% charge of the total stay will be levied to the credit card number 30 days prior to arrival.
Cancellation: In the event of a cancellation within 30 days of the visit, we will make every endeavor to relet the accommodation to avoid forfeiture of the deposit. If however, this is not possible, then the 30% deposit becomes non refundable. If a cancellation occurs within 7 days of the visit, or for no shows, the full tariff will be charged.
Full travel Insurance which protects against unexpected changes to your travel plans, is recommended.
Packages:
A fully guided 1x1 service is available and all hunts can be personalised to suit the individual requirements of the client.
Notes:
Costs are daily rates and include all accommodation, meals, beverages and lake transfers to and from the lodge. Trophy fees and Govt taxes are not included.
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