New Zealand’s Hidden Gem

Nelson, New Zealand is known to be the sunniest place in the country, and sun was exactly what we craved after a rainy and gloomy Wellington the day before. The Wheelhouse Inn allowed us to soak in the best rays, especially on display during the sunset. Rather than going out to eat, we shopped for wine and created our own charcuterie plate. Katie, our resident sommelier, showed off her prowess when she sabered the top off the sparkling rose. We had the entire house to ourselves—The Wheelhouse has five different buildings to rent and we stayed in the Crow’s Nest, their two-bedroom house with private views of the Tasman Bay.

Unobstructed View of Tasman Bay From Our Private Balcony.

The Wheelhouse Keeps With its Nautical Theme, Even as we First Approached it

The Sun Setting on Our Wine and Homemade Cheese and Charcuterie Board.

Tasman Sunset with a Glass of Bubbly Rosé.

Katie, Our Sommelier, Tasting the First Sips of Our Time in Nelson