The Pear Orchard Lodge
569 Hill Street South Rd1, Richmond 7081 New Zealand
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Peaceful lodge on a working orchard with beautiful sunny rooms, excellent facilities, friendly hosts & amazing views. Perfect base to explore the Nelson/Tasman region, feed the farm animals or simply relax & put your feet up. Rooms in the lodge range from ensuite bedrooms to bedrooms with shared bathrooms and our small queen/family room. We also offer the separate self-contained Shearer's Cottage. Shared full self-catering kitchen and dining room are available in the lodge. Log burner. BBQ. Free bikes. Free WiFi. Fresh bread, pear juice, free range eggs & farm produce are available. Fresh homemade breakfast is included from November to the end of April and is available as an optional extra at other times. Bus pick-ups available. Close to town and shops, great beaches, vineyards, local artisans, walks, the Nelson Tasman Great Taste Cycle Trail, Abel Tasman, Kahurangi & Nelson Lakes National Parks.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Bicycles available
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Express check-in / check-out
Electric vehicle charging station
Breakfast available
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Outdoor dining area
Bicycle tours
Canoeing offsite
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Sun deck
Sun terrace
Private check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Laundry service
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Private balcony
Private bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Extra long beds
Walk-in shower
Complimentary toiletries
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
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Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, German
Location
569 Hill Street South Rd1, Richmond 7081 New Zealand
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Great accomodation for a group. Big, well equipped kitchen, large dining table. Rooms very comfortable & spacious. Hosts wonderful. Beautiful NZ bush with walks. Close to Richmond, Nelson & the Great Taste Trail.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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We loved our stay at the Shearer’s cottage . Private and stylish with a lovely private vista Timo was very accommodating and gave us some farm produce to enjoy . The fire place was great on cooler nights . Would visit again absolutely.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 9 May 2023
Fantastic! We love happy guests! Thank you so much for your great feedback. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!
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We were booked into pear orchard lodge after our camper van broke down Timo and his wife could not have done more for us the room was clean comfortable. The facilities were spotless The gave the run of the kitchen. The service even extended to allowing us to leave our luggage until we could pick it up later And also saved our lives when Timo found my wallet Thanks from 2greatful Brits hope you go from strength to strength Thanks again
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 26 Mar 2023
It has been a crazy season with a lot of pressure on accommodation in the Top of the South. We are pleased that we could help by offering you some beds until your camper was up and running again. Enjoy the rest of your trip!
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A hidden gem in Hope near Nelson, NZ! After our tramping during 3 full days in Abel Tasman National park (which is only 1h drive from the orchard), we relaxed in this oasis of pear trees, passion fruits, sheep, chicken, etc. Beautiful sunsets on the deck with a local glass of wine along with our amazing host Timo's personal story made our stay the most memorable. Incredibly well-designed and spotless rooms and common areas are a great reminder to come back and stay longer next time. Thank you Timo for having us, we'll be back !
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 26 Mar 2023
It was brilliant to have you guys staying with us before you adventure in the Abel Tasman. We're glad you enjoyed it and that the experience left you with lasting memories. It was fun to hear French around the lodge (and for me to try some of my rusty language fragments...) We look forward to welcoming you back one day!
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I needed somewhere to stay for one night - just ver night and all of my usual haunts were booked out. This was more than I wanted to pay but had not a lot of choice. It’s a beautiful setting wth fabulous views - large kitchen and fab outside seating areas. Stayed in a king bedroom upstairs with a shared bathroom for 4 rooms. The room was beautiful but essentially a bedroom. Everything was very clean. It was slightly noisy in the night as could hear next door room talking. Earplugs were provided. All in all a good stay - slightly expensive considering a shared bathroom but stunning setting does make up for this. Just make sure you have a few hours to sit and enjoy it.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 3 Mar 2023
We're glad that we could offer you an alternative to your usual haunts and that you enjoyed our setting and the wonderful views. You stayed with us at an absolutely crazy time when there was no accommodation available within 300km because of a major backlog caused by ferry cancellations in Picton. In response to this crisis, where some people had to sleep in their cars, we opened up an additional bedroom that we usually don't make available. This will have put extra strain on the lodge infrastructure and we apologies if this has impacted the enjoyment of your stay. Usually just two, max three of our standard rooms are sharing the generous family bathroom and there is always a separate toilet avaiable. It pays to book directly with us to make sure you get our best rate.
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We stayed 4 nights at The Pear Orchard Lodge to meet up with some friends who are touring the country in a campervan and were in Nelson. I’d elected for one of the ensuite rooms as I don’t like sharing a bathroom with people I don’t know (yes, fussy aren’t I!); however for a big group the set up would have been ideal. There’s a large communal kitchen and a lovely outdoor seating area which you can use too. We didn’t cook but saw several fellow travellers who did. I would describe the bedroom as rustic – it had everything you needed but the furniture was quite - well, rustic! For example the wardrobe was old fashion and tiny and there wasn’t much space to put your clothes. However it was very comfortable and Timo our host was lovely. We hired their electric bikes for a day for us and our friends and he helped us plan a route.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 3 Mar 2023
Thank you for your feedback. The Pear Orchard Lodge is indeed ideal for big groups hiring the venue exclusively for a memorable getaway. Most of our guests enjoy the bespoke design of the lodge which is indeed quite different to a standard motel setup - this includes a mix of modern and antique furniture. Great that you got to take our new e-bikes for a spin on the Great Taste Cycle Trail! This is a new service that started offering our guests this season and it proves to be quite popular... ;)
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This is my second time staying at the Lodge, this place is perfect for the adventurer traveler as you are already on the outskirts of Nelson for early starts, the Lodge is quiet and well appointed. The beds are super comfortable and the place is spotless. Looking forward to staying there on my next trip to the Tasman Region.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 21 Nov 2022
Thank you! It is always a pleasure to host you on your adventures. We look forward to your next visit!
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We stayed here three times while bikepacking in the Tasman region. Couldn't be improved, from the quiet, rural yet handy location, Timo's helpful hospitality, extremely well-appointed comfortable lodgings, beautiful outlook, and delicious breakfasts. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Room Tip: We stayed at the Shearers Cottage - suitable for a couple.
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 21 Nov 2022
Wow! Such a nice review! Thanks so much. It is fantastic to get such wonderful feedback. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!
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What a great place to stay. Rustic and spacious with great facilities. Country setting but close to town. Suited our group well, and rooms were set up to suit our mixture of couples and singles. Ideal for exploring the Tasman area. Having our groceries delivered prior to our arrival was great as we only had to top up with a few items for our 4 night stay. Hosts friendly, welcoming and helpful but not intrusive.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 21 Nov 2022
We like to make things comfortable for groups. We're really glad to see that the lodge worked well for your group and also that you allowed enough time to enjoy the region! See you again some time!
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Our room was the Cottage, separate from the main lodge. The big plus was the fact that this is part of a working farm / orchard. The hosts and their 3 young kids are all very friendly, but also give you loads of privacy. This was roomy and super comfortable. The bed and ensuite were great. There's a little fully-equipped kitchen in the living area. This came with fresh eggs, milk and pear-juice from the farm. They also let us pick fresh pears from the orchard and passionfruit from the vines just outside the door. We were allowed to wander round the farm, meet the animals and look at the great views over the valley. The bedroom area is divided from the living area with some very cool big sliding solid wooden doors, looks like they are upcycled from somewhere on the farm. The big triple glass doors open out to overlook the native-bushy gully, with fruit trees and natives mixed in all round. There's a sheep paddock right next door, woke up to sheep grazing near our bathroom window. We had a very lovely and relaxing stay, we were allowed to checkout late as well which was very handy for our plans. We are definitely coming back here, it makes all the motels and hotels I've stayed at in the past seem cold and clinical. Thanks so much Timo!…
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Room Tip: The cottage is very cosy and private. The lodge also looks great, but I did not sleep there, I...
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Response from Timo Neubauer, Owner at The Pear Orchard Lodge
Responded 20 Mar 2022
Wow! Thanks for your comprehensive review! Awesome that you enjoyed your stay in our Shearer's Cottage. As you said, it is a completely different proposition to staying in a standard motel or hotel. I'm glad you noticed the doors! I actually made all the cottage doors myself. ;) We look forward to your next visit!
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US$133 - US$148 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandNelson-Tasman RegionRichmond
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Pear Orchard Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Ngarua Caves (2.4 km), Nelson Lakes National Park (2.1 km), and Broadgreen Historic House (8.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Top room amenities include a refrigerator, blackout curtains, and extra long beds.
What food & drink options are available at The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Brick Eatery, The Grape Escape Cafe, and The Wooden Spoon.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Pear Orchard Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and German.
Are there any historical sites close to The Pear Orchard Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Nelson Provincial Museum (13.9 km).
Does The Pear Orchard Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is The Pear Orchard Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.