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BUSHWISE WOMEN, ADVENTURES AND ESCAPES FOR WOMEN

Auckland

Parituhu Beachstay - Devonport
Parituhu Beachstay is close to the Devonport shops and cafes, opposite a swimming beach, and only a short walk to the 10-minute ferry ride to downtown Auckland. A private sunny deck and garden, informal home environment, and the in-depth local knowledge of your hosts will ensure your stay is relaxed and memorable. Homestay/Bed and Breakfast; double bedroom with own bathroom. Two people $80 per night; single person $60 per night.
Host: Helen or Lyndsay. Ph: (09) 445-6559. Fax: (09) 445-6559.
Email: parituhu@parituhu.co.nz.
URL: http://www.parituhu.co.nz.
write: 3 King Edward Parade, Devonport, Auckland..
Te Wahi Ora - Piha
A place for women at Piha. Te Wahi Ora (a healing place) is a haven of peace, tranquillity and spiritual renewal for women, located against the natural backdrop of Piha's rugged, beautiful beach and bush west of Auckland. A range of accommodation options is available, with all food, bedding and towels provided from $52-$80 per day. Counselling, spiritual direction, massage and a number of creative workshops are also available by arrangement.
Host: Bev Holt. Ph: (09) 812 8775.
URL: http://www.tewahiora.co.nz.
Paddy's Ponsonby Place - Ponsonby
Accommodation in a garden studio which is self contained with a private bathroom. Ideal for single travellers - enjoy comfort, privacy and security in this trendy inner city suburb NZ$70 tariff includes continental breakfast.
Host: Paddy. Ph: 64 9 3762180.
Email: paddys-place@ihug.co.nz.
URL: http://homepages.ihug.co.nz/~merrill/.
write: 25 John Street, Ponsonby , Auckland City.
Women's Guesthouse - Waiheke Island
Stylish seaside villa in private bay, a ferry ride from downtown Auckland. Bush walks, vineyards and beautiful beaches nearby. $30 per person per night, linen, towels provided.
Host: Jenni Wickes. Ph: (09) 810 8673. Mob: 021 250 9335.
Email: w.guesthouse@clear.net.nz.
write: 12 Te Aroha Ave, Waiheke Island..
The Women's Room - Mt Albert
Quality freestanding B&B accommodation only 10 minutes’ drive from the heart of the city, yet peaceful and private. Creative cooked breakfasts weekends, imaginative lighter breakfasts Mon-Fri served on our large private deck surrounded by subtropical plants. B&B, double NZ$80 and NZ$70 single per night
Host: Chris and Helen. Ph: 09-8152427. Fax: 09-8153427. Mob: 025-755634.
Email: info@thewomensroom.co.nz.
URL: http://www.thewomensroom.co.nz.
write: 5 Springleigh Avenue, Mount Albert, Auckland, 1003.

Buller

Riverview Holiday Park - Murchison
Self contained tourist flat set apart (sleeps up to 8). Situated on the Buller River, 1.5km from Murchison. The ideal stopover place or base to walk, raft, bike, kayak and summer river swimming. $55 double or $15pp for groups over four.
Host: Adrienne and Sandy. Ph: (03) 523 9591.
Email: Riverview.HP@xtra.co.nz.
URL: http://www.yellow.co.nz/site/riverviewholidaypark/.
write: PO Box 140 Murchison..

Canterbury

Left Bank on Avon - Christchurch
Previously called Mia's place. Modern comfortable homestay 10 minutes walk from Brighton Beach,Pier and shopping centre. Friendly dog on premises. Walking, swimming, birdwatching. Double room with ensuite bathroom, full B & B, double $85, single $75 per night.
Host: Mia Colberts. Ph: (03) 388 7352. Fax: (03) 382 2989.
Email: reservations@left-bank.co.nz.
URL: http://www.left-bank.co.nz.
Summers House - Christchurch
Studio suite - ensuite bathroom, TV, telephone, open fire, electric blankets, refreshments. Choice of breakfast served in your room. From $100/night.
Host: Jackie and Kieran. Ph: 64+3+374 2320. Fax: 64+3+377 8623.
Email: stay@summers.net.nz.
URL: http://www.summers.net.nz.
write: 76 Park Terrace, Central Christchurch.
English Park Eco Accommodation - Christchurch
Eco-friendly accommodation by the park. We offer you a choice of 4 lovely rooms, your own ensuite, family/small group suite, vegetarian and vegan diets catered for, suitable for allergy sufferers. Rates from $50 pp, $120 single, $130 double.
Host: Rosemary Leitch Soryl and Yolanda Wisewitch Soryl. Ph: 0064 3 356 0228. Mob: 021 660 815.
Email: enquiries@englishpark.co.nz.
URL: http://www.englishpark.co.nz.
write: 16 Sheppards Pl, St Albans, Christchurch.

Nelson

Hecate House - Nelson
Spacious and serene historic house minutes from the City centre. Featuring women's art, beautiful private gardens, cedar hot tub, and quality bedding. Double $50, Single $40, Twin $25 - linen and towels provided. Backpackers special Dorm $20. Explore our three National Parks from a comfortable base.
Host: Cynthia. Ph: (03) 546 6890.
Email: hecatehouse@xtra.co.nz.
URL: http://www.brazen.co.nz/hecate.
write: 181 Nile Street, Nelson..
Spiral Cottage - Teal Valley
Women's Backpackers 15 km from Nelson on the way to Picton, lovely rural setting, double room, dorm and camping. Kitchen/lounge opening on to garden and trees. Prices between $8 and $20, kids welcome.
Host: Anna Geene. Ph: 03 545 1466.
Email: ageene@xtra.co.nz.
write: 54 Teal Valley RD 1, Nelson.
Treefern Retreat - Nelson
Spacious, stylish, self-contained garden-studio close to city. Nightly rate: $100.00 double, $80.00 single, up to 2 extra people @ $10.00 p/p/night. Discount for 4 nights or longer. Children under 6 yrs free.
Host: Janika Cleghorn. Ph: 03 548 8864. Fax: 03 548 8864. Mob: 025 91 88 66.
Email: journeysnz@paradise.net.nz.
write: 84 Westbrook Terrace, The Brook, Nelson 7001.
The Blue Moon - Motueka
Luxury accommodation situated in Riwaka, Motueka - only 40 mins from Nelson - a great base for exploring the Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks or just getting away from it all.
B&B $130 double, $90 single, extra person $40 per night.
Host: Jane or Anna. Ph: 03 528 6996. Mob: 021 120 4722.
Email: thebluemoon@clear.net.nz.
URL: http://www.thebluemoon.co.nz.
write: 57 School Road, Riwaka, Motueka RD3.
Floosie Gardens - Nelson
Floosie Gardens is peaceful and secluded and moments from Nelson city centre. It includes The Guestroom - queensize luxury, with exotic bathing room and the romantic Summer Room - self-contained studio, designed with 'woman' in mind. Prices range from $65 to $115 per night.
Host: Fran. Ph: 64 3 545 9122. Fax: 64 3 545 9122. Mob: 025 931 438.
Email: info@floosiegardens.co.nz.
URL: http://www.floosiegardens.co.nz.

Northland

Earth Spirit - Kaitaia
Earth Spirit is 7 acres of Lesbian Wimmin's land in the Far North of New Zealand. Gardens, orchards, animals and stream with swimming hole. Country location in rural valley, surrounded by bush clad hills. Half an hour drive by car, 22kms SW from Kaitaia. Housetruck $10 nightly/$50 weekly pp. Camping $5 nightly/$25 weekly pp. BYO food.
Host: Minerva, Nut and Arafelle. Ph: (09) 408 4008.
Email: espirit@xtra.co.nz.
write: Diggers Valley Road, RD1, Kaitaia..
Waihoihoi Lodge and Studio - Waipu
A country retreat especially for women, this purpose built lodge is less than two hours North of Auckland, nestled into the Brynderwyn Hills. All the rooms open to expansive decks overlooking stunning views of Bream Bay.
Host: Rosemary and Ngaire. Ph: 64-9-4321234. Fax: 64-9-4321245. Mob: 027 2890383.
Email: waihoihoi@womentravel.co.nz.
write: 219 Massey Rd, R D 2 Waipu.

Otago

The Cottage - Otago Peninsula
Small, intimate self-contained cottage full of old world charm. Private bush garden with verandah overlooking the Harbour. Close to all the Peninsula attractions. NZ$125/night for 2 adults with Special Hamper Breakfast or NZ$95 without breakfast “...one wee cottage surrounded by a riotous garden...our private Eden.“ Curve, Jan ‘99.
Host: Lesley or Janet. Ph: (03) 478 0073. Fax: 03 4780272. Mob: 025 381 291.
Email: thecottage@xtra.co.nz.
URL: http://www.cottagestays.co.nz/the_cottage/cottage.htm.
write: 7 Frances Street, Broad Bay, Dunedin..
Arden Street House - Dunedin
Comfortable warm 1930s character women friendly homestay - 3 mins walk to gardens, 20 mins to town. Modern bathrooms and ensuite. Singles from $45, doubles from $65, ensuite Room from $75, extra adult $15, 3nd night discount of $10, dinner from $10 (casual) to $25 (banquet!)
Host: Joyce Lepperd. Ph: +64-(0)3-4738860. Fax: +64-(0)3-4738861. Mob: +64-(0)27-4046550.
Email: joyce-l@clear.net.nz.
URL: http://www.ardenstreethouse.co.nz/.
write: 36 Arden Street, Opoho, Dunedin, New Zealand.

South Canterbury

Kimbell Park - Fairlie
Close to Mt Dobson Ski Area , fishing and boating on rivers and Lake Opua, guided tramping and walks through private farmland. Fully self contained private chalet, linen and laundry facilities. Mezzanine queen and twin down stairs. NZ $95.00 Double Per/Night NZ $25.00 Each Additional Person Children Under 10 years FREE
Host: Carolyn Todd. Ph: 03 685 8152. Fax: 03 685 8154. Mob: 025 837 596.
Email: kimbell-park@xtra.co.nz.
URL: http://www.kimbell-park.co.nz.
write: Stanton Rd , Kimbell 17 RD, Fairlie.

Waikato

Pokaiwhenua Tree Farm - Putaruru
In the middle of everywhere - one hour to Rotorua, Waitomo, Hamilton, Tauranga and Taupo. Come and walk by the stream, listen to the waterfall, fish for trout, sit under a tree or plant one. Comfortable double bedroom with ensuite and twin room with shared bathroom. B&B single $40, double$60. Dinner by arrangement $20
Host: Lesley or Jenny. Ph: 07 883 5763. Fax: 07 883 5713.
write: 530 Arapuni Rd, RD1, Putaruru..

Wairarapa

Kiriwai Women's Land - Featherston
Lesbian camping ($5), backpackers ($12), and homestay ($15) in Palliser Bay, Wairarapa. 1.5 hours east of Wellington by car. Pick up from Featherston Station by arrangement. Share kitchen/meals. Wild coast and bushwalks. Organic garden. Strawbale building under construction. Work exchange acceptable.
Host: Marlis or Aggie. Ph: 06 3077879.
Email: aggiejak@hotmail.com.
URL: http://www.kiriwai.co.nz.
write: RD3, Featherston.

Wellington

The Mermaid Guest House - Wellington
Pamper yourself in this lovingly restored turn of the century wooden building in Wellington's historical and picturesque Aro Valley. Close to Cuba Street, Universities, downtown cafes and waterfront. Antique, Art Deco and contemporary furnishings. King, Queen and Twin beds, shared and private facilities. Rates from $68.
Host: Francesca Brice. Ph: 0064 4 384 4511. Fax: 0064 4 384 4511.
Email: mermaid@paradise.net.nz.
URL: http://www.mermaid.co.nz.
write: 1 Epuni Street, Aro Valley, Wellington.
Booklovers B&B - Wellington
Relax in an elegant nineteenth century villa, an easy walk to town, with off-street parking, buses at the gate, bush walks adjacent, breakfasts to suit and books to read here and take with you. Your host is award-winning author Jane Tolerton.
Host: Jane Tolerton. Ph: 0064 4 384 2714. Fax: 0064 4 384 2714. Mob: 021 262 3120.
Email: booklovers@xtra.co.nz.
URL: http://www.bbnb.co.nz.
write: 123 Pirie Street, Mt Victoria, Wellington.


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