Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Central Otago Motorcycle Hire
( 03-445 4487;
www.comotorcyclehire.co.nz
;
271 Bannockburn Rd; per day from $185)
The sinuous and
hilly roads of Central Otago are perfect for negotiating on two wheels. This crew hires
bikes and advises on improbably scenic routes. They also offer guided Gravel 'n' Gold
trail-bike tours (from $195) and extended road tours (from $575).
TOUR
WALKING TOUR
Bannockburn Historic Goldfields Tours
( 03-445 1559;
www.bannockburngold.co.nz
;
per person $15-29)
Informative tours exploring Bannock-
burn's gold-mining heritage.
Sleeping
Cromwell Top 10
( 03-445 0164;
www.cromwellholidaypark.co.nz
;
1 Alpha St; sites $40-42, units with/without bathroom $105/75;
)
The size of a small European nation and packed with cabins and self-contained
units of various descriptions, all set in tree-lined grounds.
HOLIDAY PARK
$
Burn Cottage Retreat
( 03-445 3050;
www.burncottageretreat.co.nz
;
168 Burn Cottage Rd; d $195-200; )
Set amongst walnut
trees and gardens 3km northwest of Cromwell, Burn Cottage has three luxury self-con-
tained cottages with classy decor, spacious kitchens and modern bathrooms. B&B accom-
modation is available in the main house.
RENTAL HOUSE
$$
Carrick Lodge
( 03-445 4519;
www.carricklodge.co.nz
;
10 Barry Ave; d $135-160; )
One of Cromwell's more
stylish motels, Carrick's spacious, modern units are just a short stroll from the main shop-
ping complex. Executive units have spa baths and views over the golf course.
MOTEL
$$
Eating & Drinking
Grain & Seed Café
(Melmore Tce; meals $10-14; 9am-4pm)
Set in a beautiful stone building that was once Jolly's
Grain Store, this cute cafe serves up big, delicious, inexpensive meals. Grab an outside
table beside the lake.
CAFE
$
