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The picturesque seaside town of Picton is situated in the heart of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.
Easily accessed by Bluebridge or Interislander ferry, plane 25km from Wellington (New Zealand's capital), or a four hour drive from Christchurch via the magnificent mountain scenery of the Kaikoura coastal highway.

Picton offers many excellent restaurants, cafés and bars.
Stroll among specialist gift and craft shops and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the local galleries which showcase New Zealand Art.

Picton's foreshore has many attractions, including visiting one of the oldest wooden sailing ships in the world. The Edwin Fox was built in India in 1853 of Burmese teak. She is now preserved in a purpose built dry-dock which is open to the Public.

Nearby is Seahorse World showing displays of many different types of fish and seahorses.

The Picton Museum is well worth a visit with displays and artifacts of early Picton including interesting displays of local Maori and settlers.

Experience the beauty of Queen Charlotte Sound. Take a cruise from the Picton waterfront - choose from: Cougarline Beachcomber Mail Boat cruise Endeavour Express For the more adventurous try your hand at sailing or sea kayaking. Visits to forgotten sunken shipwrecks can be arranged by an underwater guided diving tour.

Picton's boat harbour and Waikawa marina (the largest in the South Island) are both within a couple of minutes drive of McCormick House.

If you'd like to stretch your legs, our world renowned Queen Charlotte Track is just a step away. The four day 71km track passes through historic sites, beautiful secluded bays and lush coastal bush. Walkers, kayakers and mountain bikers can be guided or dropped off and picked up by boat at key areas of the track, for shorter walking options.
If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground there are a wide range of activities including an excellent local golf course.


Many short bush walks from McCormick House provide stunning panoramic views of Queen Charlotte Sound.

A must for wine lovers is a visit to one of the world's finest wine producing regions, showcasing Marlborough's award winning Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Methode Traditionelle wines. Sounds Connection run full or half day wine tours specialising in smaller relaxed groups.

Picton's closest award winning winery, Johanneshof Cellars featuring New Zealand's first underground rock cellar is well worth a visit.

Let Picton be your base for driving to Havelock via Queen Charlotte drive (gateway to the picturesque Keneperu Sound) or historic Port Underwood.

Soar like a bird above McCormick House with a tandem paraglide adventure over Picton and the Marlborough Sounds.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Marlborough Farmers Market - Every Sunday from October 4th 9am

For more local information visit: www.marlborough4fun.co.nz

We currently offer three packages:
Cultural Indulgence, Heart of the Sounds and
Wine,Dine and Accommodation Package
or can custom build or change a package to suit your requirements.

At the end of your busy day relax back in the tranquil surroundings of McCormick House.

Member of Picton & Sounds B&B Association

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