Luxury accommodation is provided at both the main Lodge or the magnificent “Falcon Brae” villa, which overlooks the property.

Perched on a hilltop high above Stonefly Lodge, Falcon Brae is a recently built 720 sq meter villa with spectacular 360-degree views over the surrounding mountains and the majestic Motueka River below.

Comprising of three suites, the architecturally designed contemporary residence features a large central lounge area with a 5-metre ceiling, sunken bar, grand piano, media theatre, commercial kitchen, 3 dining areas and a stunning collection of New Zealand and local art.

Directly in front of the Helipad Terrace, guests can relax in the “Games Den” housing modern gym equipment, pool table, table tennis, darts and a games table. The large deck space overlooks the mountains and river, featuring a pool & outdoor heated spa, barbeque area for outdoor dining and entertaining with a shaded pergola.

The entire Villa can be booked as exclusive use with a private chef, and house staff, offering complete exclusive privacy.  For larger groups, there is the option of renting both the Villa and Stonefly Lodge for a total capacity of 14 adults and 4 children.

Stonefly Lodge comprises with four guest rooms, each with spectacular views from private balconies overlooking the Motueka River and beyond to the Mt Arthur Range in Kahurangi National Park. All rooms are equipped with private en-suites, writing desk, luggage storage, hairdryer, heated towel rails and bathrobes. The guest-rooms are in two wings of the building enabling the rooms to be quite remote from the main activities area on the ground floor. A wireless internet connection is available throughout the lodge, including in the guest-rooms and the lodge offers an iPad which can be used in the guest-rooms for in-house entertainment if required.

Breakfast can be served on the guest-room private balconies if required.
You can relax after an enjoyable day exploring one of the National Parks and indulge in a private massage in your room by one of the local massage therapists/beauticians. For the non-angler, there are countless activities to do from hiking, horse riding and mountain biking to coastal charters rafting and heli-tours.

The cuisine is freshly made from the extensive garden using home-made produce, local quality meats and fresh seasonal seafood which is inspired and delicious. Special diets are easily catered for.

Complete with a library, a snooker table, and the ‘Matai Bar’, guests will have the ideal setting to relax after an exciting day’s fly fishing or after exploring the numerous sites and attractions of the local region. The upper landing area above the dining-room provides a quiet secluded place which can be used for fly-tying, to access the guest computer or to indulge in a game of chess or relax with a good book before retiring to your accommodation.

WIFI is available in the lodge.

Ideally situated on the banks of the Motueka River between the confluence of the Wangapeka and Baton rivers, Stonefly Lodge provides guests intimate access to some of the finest Brown Trout fly fishing in New Zealand.

This region offers dozens of rivers and streams to choose from, with Brown Trout averaging 4-5lbs in weight, with numerous fish in the 7-12lb range to target also on a range of nymphs and dry fly patterns.

The wide choice of rivers available from Stonefly Fishing Lodge allows guests of all abilities to experience some amazing fly fishing, from relatively gentle flowing easy access rivers to more adventurous backcountry waters.

The location offers a wide choice of river catchment systems enabling the fly fishing guides to pick the most appropriate fly fishing destination according to the various flow rates throughout the season. The majority of fishing is done on foot, sight-casting to browns on 5-6 weight outfits, with gear available if required.

Within an hour’s drive, guests can access dozens of quality fly fishing streams and rivers within the Nelson Lakes and northern Murchison catchments while heli-fishing options also provide additional unparalleled access to numerous back-country rivers.

Overnight stays in Department of Conservation back-country huts can also be arranged into some of New Zealand’s most pristine wilderness fly fishing environments.

As per all Fly Odyssey Australia bookings, we will provide a detailed pre-trip guide to assist you with your preparation.

Passport with a minimum of six months validity and photo ID to purchase a fishing licence.

A tourist visa is required for all citizens (except Australians) entering New Zealand. A three-month tourist visa is provided by passport control when entering the country.

There are various international flight options to Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch. Then take an internal flight to Nelson. The transfer to the lodge takes around 50 minutes by hire car, while return helicopter transfers are also available.

Let us do the groundwork for you.

Our tailored fly fishing and accommodation itineraries are designed with you in mind to suit your preferences. They are also quoted in your local currency with very favourable exchange rates.

Fly Odyssey has access to the best guiding and lodging rates, suitable tides and updated availability to this destination which can vary throughout the season.

This includes flight bookings, transit accommodation, transfers and a host of non-angling activities and experiences.

We specialise in group stays to the region, and our long involvement with our partners on the ground in New Zealand will ensure you are well looked after both on and off the water.

This includes extended stays in Queenstown, Christchurch, Auckland and Wellington.

Please enquire for the latest rates and availability, including information on any applicable special offers.

CONTACT OUR AUSTRALIAN OFFICE

• M: +61 (0)499 900816
• E: travel@flyodyssey.com.au

CONTACT OUR UK OFFICE

• M: +44 (0)7936 708305
• E: enquiries@flyodyssey.co.uk

Creating and sharing memorable travel experiences with our clients and friends provides us with genuine satisfaction. All of our trips are bespoke, tailored to your needs, and we always love hearing all about the adventure on your return.

Our knowledge of travel logistics saves you time, and our highly experienced team is here to ensure it’s spent on the water and not at the desk or on a long flight connection that you didn’t require. Since 2006 we have developed a valued client-base that has travelled to all corners of the globe.

We are a fully-accredited travel agency, where all of our flights, accommodation and associated travel bookings are made in-house, which means that you pay less. We have access to a huge range of specials, deals, great volume pricing and excellent currency exchange rates which allows us to pass these benefits directly onto you.

On the fishing front, our extensive expertise and experience around prime seasons, species, moon-phases, tides and personalised customer service is centred around one principal – preparation. This includes detailed gear and equipment lists, the fly patterns, transfer details, up-to-date fishing reports and some of the finer aspects that can often be overlooked.

We travel extensively and understand that your free-time is important. Just as we all understand from experience, that the key to a successful trip is pre-trip preparation.

Our highly experienced team has fly fished the world for the last 25 years, and we understand the considerations and gear needed to turn a good fly fishing trip into a great one.

Fly fishing and travel is our passion. It’s all we do.