Edan Log House

Edan Log House offers bed and breakfast accommodation in an authentic natural wood log house. Enjoy warm hospitality and a wilderness experience in peaceful scenic surroundings.

Eddie enjoys fly fishing and is happy to help you discover the best places to fish in local rivers such as the Mangatainoka or others further afield. Hunting, horse-trekking and tramping can also be organised for you.

Hosts	Eddie and Ann
Address	533 Mangaroa Road RD6 Eketahuna Wairarapa
Contact details	Phone/Fax: +64 6 375 8086 Email: edanloghouse.countrystay@xtra.co.nz Web: www.edan-log-house.co.nz Please mention nzfishing.com when you make an enquiry or booking.
Fishing waters	Mangatainoka River Makakahi River Mangahao River
Location	Edan Log House is marked on the Mangatainoka River map. Situated in the northern Wairarapa, out from Eketahuna. Nestled in the Atea Valley at the foot of the Tararua Ranges with the Putara Valley just over the hill
The fishing	Eddie is a very keen outdoorsman and keen hunting guide who enjoys helping organize fishing, hunting or tramping adventures. Fly fish local or more distant North Island streams and lakes After a days fishing, treat yourself to a spa bath, a real country brew and your catch cooked on a traditional wood stove
Amenities	3 rooms sleeping up to 8 people An extra room can be made available for larger groups Two guest bedrooms upstairs both with balcony views: - One has a queen size bed and a small single bed - The other contains twin bed and 2 single pull outs One queen bedroom downstairs for extra guests The lounge, dining and kitchen are downstairs The upstairs bathroom, includes a spa and is omplete with toilet and vanity. The downstairs bathroom offers shower, toilet and vanity Views of farmland and ranges from every room The accommodation is smoke free Pets and horses are welcome
Other activities	Hunting Eddie can arrange large game hunting, bow hunting, duck shooting and small game hunting (such as possum and rabbits) from the comfort of a mimi. Turkey hunts, where limits are not always imposed, are sometimes possible. A lot of Eddie's hunting trips are done on 4WD quad motorbikes. a great way to hunt the well tracked foot hills of the Tararua Ranges, and ideal to take the load off your shoulders after an exciting chase. Note that hunting wild fowl in New Zealand requires a licence and is seasonal but Eddie will be happy to arrange everything. Horse-trekking Ann can take guests trekking by horse around the Atea Valley or high into the Tararua Ranges. Horse trekking for groups can be arranged and sometimes guests bring their own horses. Canoeing trips Canoeing trips can be arranged through the Manawatu Gorge or local rivers. Walking and tramping Choose from strolling the large country gardens to tramping the beautiful native bush clad hills and streams of the surrounding Tararua Ranges. Farm activities Enjoy milking the cow, feeding the chickens and collecting eggs. The fresh country produce can then be cooked for you on a traditional wood stove and served with a real country brew.
Feedback	"Wonderful hospitality and a very interesting stay." Mary Marks "We will be back to see more." Mr Marks "Fantastic place, with tremendous company and hospitality." Graham Cooper "Marvellous experience, greatly enjoyed." Doreen Cooper Best Accommodation award Tourism Tararua Industry Awards 2003
Indicative tariffs as at 1 April 2008	Edan Log House's room tariff includes a country breakfast: - From $130 double per night - From $80 single - Children under 12 years: $40 - Children under 5 years: Free Meals Dinner: $25 per person by arrangement Lunch: $10 per person by arrangement Activities Horse trekking: $25 per hour per person Hunting and other guiding: Please enquire.

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