| Specials |
Beginners Luck
Always wanted to try your hand at Fly Fishing?
The beginners package offers free fly casting tuition at the Lodge,
and includes one day guided fly fishing.
An optional extra day fly fishing can be added.
Package includes:
- 3 nights accommodation at Stonefly Lodge
- Cooked breakfast and 4 course gourmet evening
meal each day
- Flycasting lessons
- 1 day guided fishing
- Use of all fly fishing gear, waders boots
, rods, reels
- Fishing licence
- Cost: NZ$1750 per person on a twin share
basis
- Valid: November 13th to 22nd 2011, December
5th to 21st 2011, March 15th to April 30th 2012
Applies to new bookings from 1st September 2011 only
Stay 5 nights, pay for 4
Get one day free accommodation and meals if you book for
4 nights or more. This package includes:
- 5 nights accommodation at Stonefly Lodge
- Cooked breakfast and 4 course gourmet evening
meal each day
- 3 days guided fishing
- Use of all fly fishing gear, waders boots
, rods, reels
- Cost: NZ$3200 p/p twin share
- Valid: November 13th to 22nd 2011, December
5th to 21st 2011, March 15th to April 30th 2012
Applies to new bookings from 1st September 2011 only.
Free guide with 4th night
Stay 4 nights at Stonefly Lodge and receive a free day
guided fishing. Optional extra days of guiding can be added. Package
includes:
- 4 nights accommodation at Stonefly Lodge
- Cooked breakfast and 4 course gourmet evening
meal each day
- 1 day guided fishing
- Use of all fly fishing gear, waders boots
, rods, reels
- Cost: NZ$2100 p/p twin share
- Valid: November 13th to 22nd 2011, December
5th to 21st 2011, March 15th to April 30th 2012
Applies to new bookings from 1st September 2011 only.
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| Hosts |
John and Kate Kerr |
| Address |
Stonefly Lodge
3254 Motueka Valley Highway
RD2
Wakefield 7096 |
| Contact details |
Phone: +64
3 522 4479
Fax: +64 3 522 4479
Email: info@stoneflylodge.co.nz
Web: www.stoneflylodge.co.nz
Please mention nzfishing.com when you make an
enquiry or booking. |
| Location |
Stonefly Lodge is marked
on the Motueka
River map, the and the Baton
River map. It is 2.5km from the main sealed road with access
via a riverside track to a secluded valley setting.
Approximate driving times
From Nelson: 50 minutes
From Christchurch: 4.5 hours
From Greymouth: 3.5 hours
From Picton: 3 hours
Transfers
Stonefly Lodge can arrange to meet you at Nelson
airport and transfer you to the lodge. |
| Local fishing waters |
Centrally located between
three of New Zealand's major National Parks, Stonefly Lodge offers
access to a diversity of fly fishing in world class brown trout
rivers amid spectacular New Zealand scenery and wilderness activities.
With the aid of a helicopter, dozens more fishing locations become
available.
Local waters
Motueka
River
Wangapeka
River
Baton
River
Riwaka
River
Motupiko
River
Upper
Wairau
Nelson Lakes
D'Urville
River
Travers
River
Around Murchison
Buller
River
Owen River
Helifishing
Karamea
River
Aorere
River
Goulter
River
Crow
River
Mohikinui
River
Waingaro
Branch |
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Video
clip of the lodge
To really appreciate the quality accommodation
of Stonefly Lodge and its surroundings, view
the video clip. This not only shows the level of luxury the
lodge offers, but also captures the range of activities
on offer including the fantastic fishing both on your doorstep and
in the vicinity. Ranging from easy access to pure wilderness fishing,
the lodge is an ideal place for anyone looking for the place to
experience it all.
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| The Lodge |
Stonefly Lodge is a
purpose-built lodge designed by anglers for anglers which opened
in October 2009.
- The lodge is designed to meet the needs of
the most discerning traveller and yet provide home comforts with
personalised hospitality from experienced hosts.
- Architecturally designed and engineered,
built from natural stone and timber and powered by alternative
energy sources built on site to reduce the projects environmental
footprint
- A large stone double-sided fireplace is
the centrepoint of the games room, dining room and sunroom.
- A library, a snooker table, and the bar create
an ideal setting to relax after an exciting days fly fishing
- Four guest rooms are located upstairs complete
with ensuites, heated towel rails, and private balconies overlooking
the Motueka River and surrounding mountains.
- The upper landing area provides a quiet secluded
place where fly tying gear, a guest computer, chess set
and books are provided
Dining
- A large open kitchen adjoining the dining
area offers a relaxed atmosphere where guests dine together (catering
for private dining is also offered)
- Breakfasts can be served on the private balcony
of the guest room
- Meals are prepared using fresh home-grown
and home-made produce, local quality meats and fresh seasonal
seafood.
- Special diets are catered for
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| Guided fishing options |
Local fishing
Immediate access to the Motueka River, the Wangapeka
River and the Baton River some of the best fishing waters in the
district.
Further afield
Further afield, within an hours drive, guests
can access dozens of quality fishing streams and rivers within the
Nelson Lakes and northern Murchison region.
Helifishing
The helicopter departs from, and returns to,
Stonefly's own helipad just in front of the Lodge on the banks of
the
Motueka River. You will be dropped off in the morning and with your
guide you will walk downstream on the chosen waters to be picked
up again by the helicopter at a prearranged location. Your guide
will have all the necessary safety gear, lunch and snacks required
for the day's adventure.
Extended overnight packages
Stonefly Lodge offers two and three day wilderness
fishing excursions with a guide to some spectacular remote locations
in high country waters in the region with overnight accommodation
in DOC (Department of Conservation) huts.
All sleeping gear, safety gear and meals are
provided. Initial transport may be by road, boat or helicopter
A moderate to high level of fitness is required
for the walking and river crossings involved. |
| Fly fishing guides |
Stonefly Lodge recommends
using a local guide on most occasions to improve your chances of
catching the sometimes elusive and cunning brown trout. Stalking
and spotting the trout, selecting the correct fly, and then making
that perfect cast are all aided by having a guide.
Your guide will choose the rivers or streams
to fish on the basis of local knowledge of the weather conditions,
river levels, hatch conditions and your requirements. Stonefly matches
a guide to your needs, whether you want to learn the basics of the
sport or want to head into the back country for the catch of a lifetime.
All guides are local to the region with years
of experience They have been selected for their fishing expertise
and their ability to make your fishing experience enjoyable and
memorable. All guides are members of the New Zealand Professional
Guides Association (NZPGA). |
| Fishing gear |
Whilst the lodge can provide fishing gear, you
are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. See the Stonefly
Lodge website for a list of recommended gear. |
| Other local activities |
For the non fishing person
the region offers a wide variety activities and tours:
- Hiking in the Abel Tasman, Nelson Lakes
or Kahurangi National Parks
- Kayaking in the Abel Tasman National Park
- Wine tasting
- Exploring the area boutique arts and craft
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Accommodation:
indicative tariffs
as at 1 Nov 2011 |
Stonefly Lodge rates are
in NZ dollars and are GST inclusive. A minimum stay of two nights
applies. Rates include:
- Accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Pre dinner canapes
- A three course dinner
High Season (1 September 2011 to 30 April 2012)
$525 per person per night twin/double occupancy
$700 per person per night single occupancy
Low Season (1 May 2012 to 30 September 2012)
$390 per person per night twin/double occupancy
$500 per person per night single occupancy
Sole use of lodge
$4000 per day in high season
$3000 per day in low season
Transfers
Road transfers from Nelson Airport (50 minutes):
$75 per person one way (GST inclusive)
Helicopter transfers from Nelson Airport to
the on-site helipad (15 minutes) depend on the number of passengers
and luggage. Please enquire for a quote. |
Guided fly fishing:
indicative prices as at 1 Nov 2011 |
Guided fishing
$745 per day (GST inclusive)
Maximum 2 anglers per guide.
Heli fishing
The cost of helifishing is determined by the
time taken in the helicopter to the remote site and the number of
people on each flight. Please enquire for a quote. |
| Bookings |
A 25% deposit is required to confirm bookings.
Full payment is required 30 days prior to arrival |
| Cancellation policy |
A cancellation fee is
payable if you need to cancel:
- Within 60 days of arrival: 25% cancellation
fee
- Within 30 days of arrival: 50% cancellation
fee
- Within 15 days of arrival: 100% cancellation
fee
It is strongly recommended that you obtain travel insurance that
covers cancellation fees. |
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