I was lucky enough to spend a night at this amazing Bed & Breakfast - A Culinary Experience at Sea Watch Estates, Atawhai, Nelson, New Zealand. I was treated like royalty by Kay and Joe and nothing was too much trouble for them. They have recently built this B&B which has sea views from every window. My bed was so... more

Kay and Joe have a fun and lovely place. It is welcoming and their neighborhood is beautiful. Kay has culinary experience and so our breakfasts were different each day and each day we relished in her cuisine. She was kind and sensitive to my teenager's dietary restrictions, unlike other B&Bs we stayed in. They were doting parents, excited about your... more

A Culinary Experience B and B has just finished building their new premise. We were so pleased to be one of the first guests in the new B and B. The beautifully appointed king bedrooms have private patios with an awesome view of the Tasman Bay. Our bathroom had a huge double shower and the other room had a double... more

We stayed here for two nights and enjoyed dining with our hosts and another couple of guests taking the surprise package. The meal was terrific, the wine exquisite, and the company pretty good too! We can highly recommend this B&B to the discerning traveller. more

Kay and Joe have a knack for making you feel at home. We chose A Culinary Experience B and B because of our own love of cooking and good food. We were NOT disappointed! Warm cookies upon our arrival and later hors d'ouvres of green-lipped mussels with rocket pesto served with a glass of Pinot Gris. Besides the delicious and... more

Great position - ocean and coastal views. Quiet location, the best breakfasts we've experienced in a B & B. The early evening light appetiser and wine is a great bonus and rare in B & B. A friendly and enjoyable holiday experience. Kay & Joe are the perfect hosts. Bruce & Norma Perry, Australia more

Wonderful culinary experience..Kay and Joe make you feel welcome and your part of the family. They're very easy to talk to wonderful humour especially Joe. The food...agh the food.... breakfast and various tasters seem to arrive effortlessly Wonderful more

My husband and I spent two weeks traveling in New Zealand and loved our stay at this welcoming B and B. We are both food enthusiasts and were thrilled to have found this little gem in Nelson where the preparation of food is an art to be enjoyed. The owners, Kay and Joe, pay attention to all the details of... more

It was a great experience, the hosts were really friendly and they had a very warm and open energy - such like you were staying with old friends. The rooms were great and the food was fantastic. such a great base to explore a beautiful area. Highly recommended... more