THE RESURGENCE

Environmental award-winning Lodge set in 50 acres of wilderness alive with native birdsong. The Resurgence is the closest five star accommodation to the Abel Tasman National Park and is ideal for couples who love nature, the outdoors and good food.

A relaxed, convivial and child-free retreat with 5 star quality throughout.

After breakfast on the verandah take a stroll along bush tracks to the source of the river, the resurgence. Plan your next day's activities over aperitifs at sunset. Sleep in silence and awake to the dawn chorus.

LUXURY ECO-LODGE - ABEL TASMAN - NELSON REGION

VISITORS BOOK

"One of the most beautiful spots in the world is found here at the Resurgence" - Jim & Susie, Minneapolis

"Very warm welcome, excellent food - you made us feel at home" - Daniel & Claudia, Switzerland

"Wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful!" - Zoe & Stephen, California

"A hidden treasure" - Robin & Susan, Scotland

"We really enjoyed our time in New Zealand, and thought your accommodation and ambiance were the finest during our stay" - Mike & Sheri - New York

"Absolutely fantastic - this place is surreal. We enjoyed every moment" - Letitia & Richard, Wellington

"Great atmosphere! From the chorus of birds in the morning to discussing around the dining room table. Thanks for a magical evening!" - Chandra & Chris, USA

"Lovely food, great atmosphere & hospitality" - Steen & Janne, Denmark

"We really don't want to leave..." - Walter & Annette, Germany

"Couldn't think of a better place to spend Christmas" - Jenny & Darren, Toronto

"Danke fur die wunderbaren Tage in Eurer Lodge!" - Silvia & Nicolas, Schweiz

"Can't eulogize enough - just divine" - Team Saunt-Lord, UK/NZ

YOUR HOSTS - PETER & CLARE

The Resurgence is the result of many years dreaming and planning by hosts, Clare and Peter. Keen travellers themselves, they have lived and worked in the UK, France, Asia, US and Australaisia. They returned to New Zealand in 2003 to start up this new concept in accommodation. "Our objective was to create a place to relax - a friendly atmosphere, a supurb natural setting with five star comforts plus a high degree of privacy & personal space" says Clare. "Many aspects of the lodge are based on Gite d'Etapes we stayed in whilst living in France, which provide walkers, cyclists and other lovers of the outdoors good value accommodation and great regional cooking."

Clare, always a keen cook, used her years in France to study French cuisine and to develop and expand her range of recipes. In 2007 she completed a professional workshop at the Alain Ducasse Foundation. "Nelson-Tasman has a great range of fresh produce, it makes it a pleasure to build on the classic dishes of Italy, France and Spain such as risotto, coq au vin and crème brulée using high quality local ingredients matched with some great Nelson wines"

Peter completed a long distance trek across the Pyrenees while living in France. He recently completed a course on NZ Environment & Sustainability and more recently a Bob Campbell wine course. He adds "I wanted to help visitors, both Kiwis and from overseas, to get out and enjoy the beautiful New Zealand countryside. I love planning new routes and spend hours poring over maps and guidebooks. I guess it seemed natural to put the two together and build tailored outdoor activity packages". To help off-set carbon emissions, Peter plants a tree for every couple who stay at The Resurgence and is an active member of the Friends of Flora community conservation group.

MEDIA

"Magical 50 acre bushland retreat...the owners lay awake at night thinking of ways to make the place even more sustainable"
- Lonely Planet 14th edition

"The Resurgence, in Nelson’s Abel Tasman National Park, is a luxury bushland retreat noted for its excellent food."
- Australian Gourmet Traveller

"Top 10 eco-lodges of New Zealand"
- Wilderness Magazine, New Zealand

Youtube video
Ben Fogle at The Resurgence

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"Offers friendly hospitality and gourmet cooking, with an emphasis on local produce. Close to two national parks (Abel Tasman and Kahurangi), walking tracks and Kaiteriteri beach"
- Cuisine Magazine Wine Country, New Zealand

"Set among 20 hectares of native bush, with stunning views up to Takaka Hill ... Lots of ourdoorsy types come here to enjoy the walks, but for those who just want to lie by the pool, it's blissfull"
- Delicious Magazine, Australia

"A luxurious lodge set in 50 acres of native bush near Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks - a great place to chill out, or as a great base for sea kayaking, horse trekking and walking"
- DK Eyewitness Travel

"The Resurgence boutique lodge looks out onto the Kahurangi National Park. Owners and chefs extraordinaire, Peter Adams and Clare de Carteret-Bisson offer packages at their five-star lodging that include evening cocktails, four-course gourmet dinners with wine, and full breakfast. The main lodge houses four guest rooms or opt for a private, self-contained "bush suite" that comes with hot towel racks and heated bathroom floors."
- DreamScapes Travel & Lifestyle Magazine, Canada

"At the Resurgence Lodge, we had a splendid view of the neighbouring Kahurangi National Park and enjoyed a morning stroll that led us to the source of the Riwaka River; a submerged cave that divers could explore"
- VIA magazine, USA

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Hippy Gourmet at The Resurgence

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"Det charmreande unga paret Clare och Peter, agare till Resurgence Lodge, har forverkligat sina drommar. Fran att ha arbetat pa skilda platser runt om i varlden de slagit rot i Riwaka, vast om Nelson..."
- Lifestyle Magazine, Sweden (translation)

"In der Nahe der Riwaka-Quelle sudlich vom Abel Tasman Park Liegt die mit funf Sternen auzgezeichnete Lodge. Die vier Gastesuiten sind großzugig und haben einen Balkon mit Aussicht uber den ursprunglichen Busch. Ein Pool, eine Bibliothek mit Internetanschluss und ein Lounge mit ofenem Kamin steht den Gasten zer Verfugung. Gefuhrte Wanderungen durch die Wildnes werden angeboten. Mehrere Wanderwege beginnen gleich hinter dem Haus. Dinner isr der Hohpunkt des Tagesablaufs und wird durch ausgesuchte Weine aus Nelson verfeinert."
- Umfalana, Germany (translation)

Interview with Matt Lawrey, Nelson Fresh FM
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The Resurgence - Somewhere to Rest Awhile

RESPONSIBLE TOURISM

What does Responsible Tourism mean to us?

Within our business:
Don't throw it away - Retain, Re-use, Recycle or Compost
Use the sun and air - washing, heating & cooling
Reduce waste - especially packaging & excess washing
Planting native trees to encourage birds and restore habitats
Reduce transport by supporting local suppliers
Use environmentally friendly cleaning products
Choose partners who care about our future

Community & Conservation
Peter & Clare are both Business Mentors
We donate used items to local schools or Nelson Recycling Centre
From 2003 to 2009 we planted a tree for every couple who stayed
We are "Friends" of 3 Community Conservation Groups
Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust, Mangarakau Swamp and Flora

Read more about our Environmental Action Plan...

Calculate your holiday's CO2 emissions.

As signatories of the Nelson-Tasman Sustainable Tourism Charter, we aim to continually improve and promote the environmental, social, cultural and economic sustainability of tourism businesses within the region. We will;

(a) Embrace and support the inseparable link between the natural environment and business success in tourism, particularly

- By recognising environmental impacts and managing tourism accordingly

- By actively giving action to the concept of Kaitiakitanga (Stewardship)

- By caring for ourselves, our staff and our customers

- By leading, guiding, supporting, and mentoring local small and medium enterprises

- By working towards improved water, land, and air quality, and bio-diversity

(b) Acknowledge Nelson-Tasman’s unique regional identity and diverse cultural make-up to provide and promote an inspiring, and engaging experience for all visitors

(c) Develop mutual understanding, and foster support and participation between the Nelson-Tasman tourism industry and our community

(d) Actively communicate and influence staff and other stakeholders regarding sustainability.