Fairview Cottage Bed and Breakfast is the ideal base from which to explore the Marlborough region. From the more demanding activities such as hiking Marlborough’s hills, diving in the Marlborough Sounds or swimming with dolphins and whales, to the more relaxing side of visiting the numerous cafés, joining a wine tour, or picnicking by the beautiful Wairau River, Marlborough has just about everything you could want to ensure your vacation is memorable.

Below is a small taste of what is available in the Marlborough region.

Wine & Wine Tours
Complete your visit to Marlborough with a visit to some of our world-renowned wineries. A variety of options is available from small personalised tours up to the larger 40-seater bus tours.

Walking/Hiking
Marlborough offers a wide range of walks, including the Wither Hills walkways, which have panoramic views of Blenheim, or explore the tracks through the bush-covered Richmond Range. Queen Charlotte track, which meanders from ridgeline to shoreline along the Marlborough Sounds, offers hikers up to week long treks.

Whale Watch/Swimming with Dolphins
Drive just 30 minutes to Picton and swim with the dolphins or head south for a 1½hr drive to Kaikoura – the whale watching centre of New Zealand.

Marlborough Sounds Cruising
Cruising through the Marlborough Sounds is an experience that you will never forget. From the water taxi services to the famous "mail boat", the Sounds is a wonderland of secret bays and coves.