Owen River Lodge

The Owen River Lodge is a 5 star boutique fly fishing lodge right on the banks of the Owen River with accommodation just a stroll away in individual high-quality cottages.

The lodge offers you a private retreat with relaxed, highly professional, understated service and wonderful food in stylish surrounds. Fly fishing guides are available to help make the most of your time.

Host	Felix Borenstein
Address	Owen River Lodge Owen Valley East Road Murchison South Island
Postal address	Owen River Lodge CMB 7, RD3 Murchison
Contact details	Phone: +64 3 523 9075 Fax +64 3 523 9076 Email: enquiries@owenriverlodge.co.nz Web: www.owenriverlodge.co.nz
Local fishing waters	Easy access to the Nelson/ Marlborough and West Coast fisheries including the: Owen River Buller River and its tributaries Owen River Lodge is marked on the Owen River map and the upper Buller River map.
Location	Owen River Lodge is located 2 kilometres down a country lane off State Highway 6, (opposite the Owen River Tavern), 15 minutes north of Murchison and 75 minutes drive from Nelson. See the Owen River Lodge website for a map and directions.
Setting	Situated in the Owen Valley in a garden setting, the lodge and each cottage overlooks the Owen River with the Mt Owen ranges soaring beyond. The cottages enjoy stunning views of the river, the valley and the mountains and are just a short stroll from the lodge bar and dining room.
Accommodation features	The Lodge The lodge provides: Two lounges, a bar, dining room Outdoor dining on the deck Broadband Internet access 5 person jacuzzi/spa pool Dedicated massage and beauty therapy room The Cottages The six spacious luxuriously-appointed cottages: Accommodate up to 12 guests in total Feature timber which is accentuated by exposed beam ceilings Provide the option of a king-size double bed or twin king-size single beds Spacious verandas with outdoor seating where you can read or simply soak up the view Each en suite bathroom is equipped with oversized towels, a hairdryer, shampoo and conditioner Each cottage is equipped with a reverse cycle air conditioner, ironing facilities, an alarm clock, and tea and coffee making facilities.
Guided fishing options	The services of some of New Zealand’s most experienced, knowledgeable and friendly fly fishing guides are available to you at Owen River Lodge. You can choose to use a guide for some, all, or none of your time at the lodge. Or arrangements can be made for you to heli-fish. Helicopter in and access countless kilometers of wilderness rivers and crystal clear mountain streams. The types of chopper used are capable of taking up to either 4 or 6 passengers.
Fly fishing gear	What to bring Owen River Lodge recommends bringing: Fly rods in 5 and 7 weight Fly reels to suit your rod with at least 50 metres of backing Most anglers use a weight forward, floating fly line, dull in colour with green being ideal Long leaders: 12-14 feet is the norm 3, 4 and 6 pound tippets Dry flies: Parachute Adams, Royal Wulff and Cicadas Nymphs: Hare and Copper, Pheasant Tail, and some small tungsten bead heads Note: If you are coming from overseas, get your flies in New Zealand to avoid hassle at Customs. Fishing vest with floatant, clippers, and forceps Spiked wading boots For early and late season fishing, lightweight waders. In the warmer months just a pair of lightweight nylon shorts over polypropylene or New Zealand merino wool underwear bottoms and your boots is all you need. Good quality polarised sun or prescription glasses Woollen socks, wide brimmed hat or baseball cap, windproof pullover/fleece and a good quality hooded rain jacket in a dull colour. See also What to Take When Fly Fishing in New Zealand. Loan equipment The lodge has a selection of brand new fly fishing equipment for our guests to use free of charge (Simms boots, waders and jackets, Sage rod and reels). Equipment for sale The lodge has a good selection of flies, tippet material, leaders, fly lines and polarised sun glasses for sale.
Accommodation: indicative tariffs until 30/04/2007	Owen River Lodge's tariff includes: All meals The use of all lodge facilities, including loan fly fishing equipment, waders, boots and mountain bikes Accommodation in one of the cottage suites Two people: NZ$660.00 per night (including GST) One person: NZ$425.00 per night (including GST)
Guided fly fishing: indicative prices as at 1/3/07	The rate for guided fishing is $NZ625 per guide/per day. Our guides can take one or two anglers. The cost includes GST, flies and transport, but does not include a fishing license. We can arrange a license for you when you arrive.
Booking	You can secure your reservation by providing a 25% deposit. Owen River Lodge takes Visa, MasterCard and Diners Club.
Cancellation policy	If you need to cancel Owen River Lodge will endeavour to re-book the cottage and/or guide and, if successful, will refund your deposit. If your reservation is not rebooked, a percentage of the accommodation and guiding fees is charged: Cancellation within 90 days of arrival: 25% Cancellation within 60 days of arrival: 50% Cancellation within 30 days of arrival: 75% Cancellation within 15 days of arrival: 100%

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