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Marlborough

Marlborough is a unique intermingling of sea and land. The arms of Marlborough Sounds, enclosing Queen Charlotte, Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds together with Port Underwood reach seawood and on land this pattern is mirrored in the ridges of the mountain peaks which splay like the fingers of a hand. Blenheim is the main urban area and Picton, with it's ferry terminal, is the main link town to the North Island. Marlborough towns include Havelock, Renwick, Ward, and Seddon and a popular holiday destination is French Pass on the way to D'Urville Island and further on to the Island Sanctuary of Stephen's Island. The main highway to Nelson passes through Havelock, Pelorus and Rai Valley.

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Blenheim

Blenheim is in the Marlborough region at the top of the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated 30 kilometres south of the South Island terminus at Picton on the main highway south to Christchurch. Blenheim is located on the plains to the south of the Wairau River. The junction of two smaller rivers, the Taylor and Opawa Rivers is within the town.

Picton

Picton is located at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound near the north east corner of the South Island of New Zealand. It was named after Sir Thomas Picton the military associate of the Duke of Wellington who was killed at the Battle of Waterloo. The inter island ferry services arrive and depart here on their way to and from Wellington by way of the Marlborough Sounds. Most of the sheltered part of the route is through Tory Channel south of Arapawa Island. The railway system links from Picton to Christchurch. State Highway One proceeds south to Blenheim, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Dunedin and Invercargill. A lovely scenic road winds westward through the sounds to Havelock. Nearby settlements are at Anakiwa, Waikawa, and Shakespeare Bay.

Renwick

Renwick is a small town in Marlborough, New Zealand. It is located twelve kilometres west of Blenheim. Formerly called Renwicktown, it is located close to the south bank of the Wairau River.

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Timara Lodge - Blenheim

In the heart of Marlborough’s wine region lies Lake Timara Lodge, one of New Zealand’s most exclusive retreats. Set amidst 25 acres of manicured English-style gardens, romantic lake and luxurious facilities. Choose from four charming rooms, tastefully furnished with fine art, antiques and spectacular views.

Timara Lodge offers fine cuisine and is quite simply the perfect place to unwind.

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