*The one bedroom self-contained B&B is suitable as a quiet retreat for couples,only 90 minutes drive from Wellington, up a quiet valley 3kms east of Shannon township in the lee of the Tararua Ranges.It is nestled in a large established country garden and is part of a working dairy farm that includes native bush. On the farms western boundary is The Buckley Golf club while Levin and Foxton Golf clubs are only 15 minutes drive away. On the eastern boundary is the historic Mangahao Power Station, where the renowned Mangahao River kayaking slalom course is located. Behind this the Tararua Forest Park offers many walking tracks. The cottage below is not available until further notice. *The four bedroom cottage, suitable for up to eight people is located 3kms west of Shannon on the dairy farms run-off. No established garden here, but the Manawatu River is only 150 metres away and the Oxbow Lagoon even closer where there is abundant aquatic birdlife. The township of Shannon boasts a variety of shops, cafes and a country pub. You can park at the historic railway station and walk to every boutique in the town. Also "Owlcatraz"native bird and wildlife park is nearby.