TEAM BUILDING NZ
Need a work function away from the public eye? We know a place.
Avon Valley Lodge is hidden away on 5000 acres of stunning bush, Manuka valleys and beech forest.
Our lodge boasts access to clay bird shooting, a private chef, and of course, a liquor licence for all the times in between.
Team building activities they’ll actually enjoy
Clay Bird Shooting
Set alongside our property lies The Governor’s Rest Clay Bird Shooting, a perfect corporate escape or group activity. It’s Marlborough’s only fully automated sporting clay bird system, offering a variety of targets from its six permanently housed Promatic traps.
Relax and enjoy the shooting in front of our custom-made brazier or challenge each other with the archery range and knife throwing board. Delicious meals all served on-site at the lodge.
DETAILS:
Suitable for absolute beginners right through to seasoned shotgun shooters, with seven individual traps for different target scenarios, and a final group flurry shoot offering 50 targets.
BEST SUITED FOR:
Corporate groups, client entertainment, tourist groups, family events, and large groups (contact us if you need more).
INCLUDED:
Catering, equipment, archery range, knives and knife throwing board and tuition (on request).
“We frequently come to Governors Rest bringing a crew from work… we keep coming for the fun shooting which everyone participates in and completely enjoys.We always follow this up with the delicious three-course dinner provided by the amazing chef. Overall, a professional outfit, fantastic hospitality along with cuisine that you’d expect in a 5-star restaurant.”
- Glenn Dick, Owner Bayleys Marlborough
Rifle Range
Want to create some friendly rivalry between colleagues or friends? Our reactive targets and long-range gong create the perfect competition to hash out old arguments bond together.
Guests can choose: shotgun shooting, long range shooting, or give both a crack. Learn safe, steady shooting off the bench rest, then test your ability to shoot prone, sitting and standing.
What if your team doesn’t shoot guns?
We’ve got plenty they’ll love. Take in the breathtaking scenery, give archery or axe throwing a try, or watch the rivalry between team mates.
A NZ first: The tasting hut
Experience our exclusive tasting hut, where you’ll sample the finest whiskys, gins and wines from the breathtaking summit of the Avon Valley.
The only catch? Your team will *have* to travel via chopper, because it's that remote.
(Best boss ever? We think so)
Corporate Meetings
With meeting rooms, a private chef at your disposal, and a liquor licence, holding a work event will become your new favourite thing.
CELEBRATIONS + CHRISTMAS FUNCTIONS
The fastest way to their hearts? Great food.
There’s one thing guests always rave about at Avon Valley Lodge, and that’s the food.
Our mouthwatering cuisine is the brainchild of our award-winning chef Mark Diu, who’s known for his hand-foraging skills and creative ability to use seasonal and locally grown produce.
We offer catering for groups of 10-100 with three mouthwatering menus:
kiwi BBQ, kiwi roast
and
Christmas feast.
Droolworthy Cuisine
Renowned for his creativity, mouthwatering textures, and hand-foraging talent, Mark’s an award-winning chef for a reason.
He’ll create a bespoke menu that’ll surprise and delight your guests, taking them on a degustation journey through 5-7 courses of hand-foraged, seasonal and locally sourced food.
Wine matching
If you’re into wine (who isn’t), our executive chef will show off the complex connection between food and wine with a curated wine pairing menu. Ask at the time of booking, and he’ll get planning.
Chef’s kiss? We think so.
MALBOROUGH ACCOMMODATION NZ
Rustic lodge accommodation.
Cosy, rustic, homely. Our boutique on-site accommodation means the ultimate convenience for your function or celebration.
No driving, no admin…everything on site so you can relax, say yes to the wine-matching, and savour your glass of red.
Breathtaking location
Flanked by mountains, lush greenery and the River Teme, our tranquil oasis is a slice of NZ paradise, just 25 mins drive from the airport, and conveniently located just 45 mins from Blenheim and Picton.
