A 15 minute drive from Blenheim brings you to Marlborough’s Golden Mile of vineyards and located at the top of this mile is Vintners Retreat, the ideal base for exploring the region.
This boutique hotel offers 14 stylish self-contained villas, and offers an ideal location for sampling the wineries of the world-renowned Marlborough region, whilst still being within easy driving distance of the town of Blenheim and both Picton and Havelock, gateways to the stunning Marlborough Sounds.
All 14 villas at Vintners Retreat have a fully equipped kitchens, spacious living areas, bedrooms featuring super king beds, and a garden with a private patio area and BBQ. Whilst the property does not have a restaurant of its own, the staff at Vintners Retreat will be happy to recommend and make reservations at local dining establishments.
The nearby Wairau River bank provides excellent opportunities for cycling, walking and running, and bikes are available for guests to hire. Vintners Retreat is on the Renwick Cycle route which takes in many wineries of the region and is close to Marlborough Sounds, a playground for sailing, walking and kayaking.
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