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Working Farm Experience
Stay on a real Marlborough Sounds farm surrounded by nature, open landscapes, and peaceful coastal scenery.
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Local Fishing Expertise
Head out with skipper Rory Hamilton, whose lifetime of fishing and farming in the Sounds means you’re in expert hands.
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Land & Sea Adventures
Enjoy the best of both worlds with farmstay accommodation and unforgettable fishing charters all in one place.
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Stunning Sounds Location
Located near French Pass in the Marlborough Sounds, with incredible bays, wildlife, and views of Mt Shewell.
A Marlborough Sounds escape on land and sea
Located on a working farm overlooking beautiful bays in the Pelorus Sounds, Te Towaka offers guests a truly authentic Marlborough experience.
Stay in comfortable accommodation surrounded by nature, enjoy fishing and walking trails, or explore the sounds by boat with Te Towaka Charters. Whether you're visiting with family, friends, or a group, Te Towaka is a place to relax, reconnect with nature, and enjoy everything the Sounds has to offer.
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Stay at Te Towaka
Two welcoming houses on our working farm offer peaceful stays with incredible views, fishing access, and plenty of space for families and groups.
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Charter and Water Taxi Services
With strong local knowledge of the Marlborough Sounds, skipper Rory Hamilton provides both fishing charters and water taxi transfers for walkers, bikers, and coastal travellers.
Choose your perfect stay...
Where farm life meets Marlborough Sounds adventure
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The Court House
From $330/night- Guests 13
- Bathrooms 2
- Car Parks 4
Spacious accommodation overlooking Hallam Cove, with access to a private jetty, boat launching, and fish processing facilities.
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Lodge House
From $290/night- Guests 8
- Bathrooms 1
- Car Parks 4
A relaxed family-friendly retreat overlooking a beautiful bay, perfect for peaceful getaways and outdoor adventures.
Fishing Charters
Local skipper Rory Hamilton knows the Marlborough Sounds like the back of his hand.
Alongside fishing charters, Te Towaka offers reliable water taxi services for visitors exploring the region. Whether you need transport for walking tracks, mountain biking adventures, lodge transfers, or coastal drop-offs and pick-ups, we can help you travel safely and comfortably across the Sounds.
From short trips to full-day adventures, we can tailor the perfect day on the water.
Stay, Relax & Reconnect
Experience the quiet beauty of the Marlborough Sounds at Te Towaka. Our farmstay accommodation overlooks peaceful bays and rolling farmland, offering the perfect place to slow down and unwind.
Explore nearby walking tracks, enjoy great fishing, or simply relax and take in the stunning surroundings.
Fishing Adventures on the Sounds
Discover incredible fishing and coastal scenery with Te Towaka Charters. Head out aboard the Hallum Hunter with local skipper Rory Hamilton and explore some of the best spots in the Marlborough Sounds.
From half-day trips to full-day adventures, every charter promises a memorable day on the water.