Inn Details
Crystal chandeliers and 11-foot ceilings downstairs; views to the centre of New Zealand and across Tasman Bay to the mountains of the Arthur Ranges upstairs. Most buses stop right outside our rose garden.
When our family home was built in the latter part of the reign of Queen Victoria, it stood on the southern shore of Nelson's Haven, with fat little Weka running up and down the strand.
Now the vibrant and exciting city of Nelson has grown up and outwards around Amber House, but our home remains a peaceful and helpful haven for travellers with all of our city's attractions just a short stroll from our front gate.
Our guests can amble to the nearby Miyazu traditional Japanese gardens and listen to the water bell, take a look at the new wharekai on Whakatu Marae, or simply sit on our verandah and enjoy the fragrance of our irish roses in the front garden.
On Friday afternoons, the Farmers Market is just opposite us in Founders Heritage Park while Saturday morning sees many of our guests off to visit the `World-famous-in-New Zealand' craft and artisan market in nearby Montgomery Square where they mingle with locals prodding organic vegetables.
Although a historic house with our own articles in Encyclopaedias, we do have a new 21st Century hot water system, satellite dish, Broadband Internet and both our Blue and Rose Rooms have air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Mountain views from the centre of the
- City
- Nearest major city: Nelson (0 miles)
- Directions to property:
All long distance buses (and the City Tour and local buses) stop right outside Amber House's rose garden.
State Highway 6 to the Trafalgar Street roundabout, turn South on Trafalgar St (Nelson's main shopping street), then 1st road on left (Wainui St) becomes Weka Street after 260 metres and 46 Weka Street is then the large, white, two storey house on the right after another 480m.
On foot or driving from the DOC Nelson Region Visitor's Centre: Exit the Centre. Turn right and right again into Trafalgar Street. Head north for 400m (towards SH6) and take the 4th turn right into Wainui St which becomes Weka Street after 260m.
Handy for Tahunanui Beach, Restaurants, Founders Park and the 3 National Parks of Abel Tasman, Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes in the `Top of the South' Island of New Zealand - Nearest major airport: Nelson, New Zealand (NSN) - Nelson 4 miles
- Directions from airport:
Nelson Airport is 7km away (a Shuttle Bus meets each flight and charges approximately NZ$12.00 per passenger to Amber House).
Room Rates (NZD New Zealand Dollars) All occupancy rates are subject to change - Accommodations: En-suite and air-conditioned
- There are 3 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $NZD 30.42 and $NZD 139.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $NZD 60.85 and $NZD 189.00
- The rate for each additional person is between $NZD 24.00 and $NZD 50.00
- Other Accommodations: NO SNEAKY EXTRAS!
All prices quoted in New Zealand Dollars by Amber House Limited are for immediate cash settlement upon arrival and include a satisfying Kiwi breakfast, hot and cold drinks, fruit and biscuits and all applicable taxes, levies and service charges.
Tipping is not common practice in New Zealand, "Thank you" is all that is expected - even for exceptional service.
Amenities | In Room | | | Air conditioning | Alarm clock | | Computer | DVD Player | | Desk | Hairdryer | | Internet Service | Private entrance | | Radio | Satellite/Cable TV | | TV | Telephone | | Wi-Fi | |  | | On Site | | | BBQ grill | Board games | | CD player | Fireplace | | Washer/dryer | | | | Other Amenitites | | | Beach, Golf and Tennis Courts nearby. | Stroll to Library, Theatre and Boutiques; |
Meals - A full cooked (or continental if you prefer) breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 08:10hrs or by arrangement
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast Room
- Lunch is available by special request for $NZD 15 - 30
- Dinner is available by special request for $NZD 15 - 40
- Additional food services included in room rate: Cookies and other home baking, Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
- Special meals available: Irish and Italian, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
Policies - No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed (because of our young children)
- Limited accommodations for guest pets
- Children are welcome (Children under 13 sharing guardian's room & meals are NZ$32)
- No childcare is provided (Badly behaved kids get charged triple adult rate)
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Seifrieds probably have the best Eiswein in S. Hemisphere..)
- Deposit amount required (VISA/MasterCard details required to confirm a booking but not debited prior to the agreed guest arrival date. All prices quoted for immediate cash settlement and include all applicable taxes & levies.)
- Check in time is 14:00 - 21:30hr and Check out time is best by 10:30hr
- Cancellations:
If a CANCELLATION is required there will be no charge levied by Amber House Limited (as distinct from your Agent) if 14 days or more notice is given to Amber House Limited *OR* we can replace the booking.
If we can not replace the cancelled booking:-
30% payment will still be required if only 6 to 13 days cancellation notice is given;
50% payment if 3 to 5 days cancellation notice is given;
70% payment if 1 to 2 days cancellation notice is given;
85% payment if less than 24 hours cancellation notice is given.
100% payment is legally required if you simply don't show up without any prior notice to us at all!
We strongly recommend guests take out travel insurance to protect themselves against any unexpected changes to their travel plans and we trust you will understand that, as a small business, we are unable to carry losses on behalf of guests. - Accepted by the following agencies:
Innkeepers - Innkeeper(s): Adam and Anne Amber
Anne loves cooking and is especially interested in learning new recipes from our guests. Thank you naughty Mardi for the pannukaku and other recipes! - The innkeepers speak: Visayan (Cebuanao), a special discount:, for Irish speakers, English, French, German, Spanish
Area Attractions Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo Onsite or Nearby Activities Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis courts, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting
Contact Information
AMBER HOUSE - at the centre! ™Amber House 46 Weka Street Nelson 7010 New Zealand
| Fax: | +44 (7005) 963437 | | Cellular: | +64 21 202 4961 |
Innkeeper(s)
Adam and Anne Amber
Rates:
$NZD 30 - $NZD 189
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