The Crows Nest Accommodation

"Carngham" built in 1926 by Thomas Gilchrist the former owner of T. Gilchrist & Sons General Store is a character family home with three/four bedrooms, spacious kitchen, separate dining and lounge. The house also offering a large office area ideally situated to run the
Tourist Park which includes campsite, backpackers and self-contained accommodation.
• The Crow's Nest offers a relaxed garden setting with rural outlook to the Hawkdun Range and Mount Ida. Stunning Maniototo scenery by day, and by night, enjoy the beautiful dark skies and starry nights.
• Bunkrooms - sleeps up to 12+.
• The Transporter- self contained and sleeps up to 5 with a large covered outdoor entertainment area.
• Cabin - one double bed, one single, a small kitchen plus own toilet.
• Two cabins - one queen bed, a pull-out single, kitchen and bathroom facilities.
• Tent sites, multiple showers and toilet facilities.
• Caravan/motorhome parking with power if required.
• Out-door cooking and eating areas as well as a well-equipped kitchen and common room.
• 12 Solar panels.
• LPG fired hot tub and outdoor bath.
Located on the Central Otago Touring Route and Otago Central Rail Trail, close to the Oturehua Railway Hotel and the well-recognised
Gilchrist store for all your essentials along with the memorabilia from yesteryear for tourists to enjoy. Heritage NZ's well known Hayes'
Engineering Works is just a short stroll down the Rail Trail where you can explore the history and enjoy a coffee and a bite to eat at
popular Hannah's cafe.
The local region offers great walking and biking, historic sites and seasonal sports. Popular activities throughout the area include fishing, swimming, tennis, biking, walking, and golf. The winters are very picturesque and allow opportunities to try your hand at curling and skating in the local areas.
A great opportunity to create your own business or carry it on as it is today.