Welcome to Shady Rest in beautiful, sunny Golden Bay, at the top of New Zealand's South Island. If you are looking for boutique luxury bed and breakfast accommodation in Takaka township, then this is the place for you. Shady Rest is the hundred-year-old grand historic doctor's residence situated on Takaka's main street, set back from the road amongst tall and beautiful native trees.

We offer a generous cooked breakfast to suit your tastes, cups of tea, relaxing ambience and the perfect base from which to explore Golden Bay’s friendly community and breathtaking natural beauty - everything you'd expect from quality boutique luxury bed and breakfast accommodation.