The Old Naseby School House

09/11/2023

We have a cute new wee resident at The Old Naseby Schoolhouse - we just couldn’t resist the happy little face 🤗

27/10/2023

Even in the snow there is nothing better than a walk in the Naseby Forest. Sheltered and stunning!!

20/10/2023

Happy Labour Weekend everyone. We spend a lot of time laboring so last week we took a day off and visited some special Central Otago spots. This was our view from our lunch stop in Cromwell Old Town.

12/10/2023

We’ve had a busy day tidying up outside The Cottage at The Old Naseby School House. It’s looking way better but we’ve still got a lot to do!!

11/10/2023

If you’ve been having a spring clean and you are wanting to off load some excess items then bring them along to the Car Boot sale!

26/09/2023

You’ve got to give this a go!!

Enjoy this exciting new ride at the Maniototo Adventure Park, for a donation only, during these school holidays.

Wednesday to Sunday
1pm, 2pm and 3pm sessions, both weeks of the holidays.

To book your hour-long session, phone 03 444 9878 or drop into the office at the Curling Rink.

14/09/2023

We are having an Open Day at the Old Naseby School House (66 Derwent Street) on Friday 22nd September.
Since we took over the property we have been very busy making improvements to make your stay more comfortable and your Naseby experience even more enjoyable. If you’re local or if your business relates to the rail trail or short stays in Naseby it would be lovely to see you.
On from 1pm til 3pm (or a little bit later if you’re local 😉)

07/08/2023

How good is this??!! Another great reason to visit Naseby, New Zealand

Before the days of health and safety and helicopter parents, there was the Coronet Peak Cresta Run. The alpine slide held legendary status as a ...

01/08/2023

A fresh start to the day today 🤗🥶❄️

11/07/2023

Fresh snow and blue skies - couldn’t get a better morning for a walk in the forest

06/07/2023

Any keen runners out there?

02/07/2023

Loving the snow this morning ❄️
A great way to start the school holidays - snowmen, ice skating and luging 🤗

08/06/2023

Another great reason to visit Naseby this winter 🤗

Opening for the winter season on this Saturday, the 10th of June at 10am !

We are looking forward to seeing you 😊

Enjoy this amazing winter

25/05/2023

This is a great way to spend the school holidays - learning new skills and creating opportunities!!

It's time to register for our July 2023 school holiday camps - Ice Camp from 3 to 7 July (1st week of the school holidays) and Luge Camp from 10 to 14 July (2nd week of the school holidays). Use the links below for more information and to register.

Ice Camp
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGt_1-2SiejmpWFgLfRal84ZKFtBSyhgMxvGm_GXk2wa5jaA/viewform?usp=pp_url

Luge Camp
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHX-UMiJJKKhbYFbxwXYD14eTJ8jhIIaUDMMrgfQHR9pSBeg/viewform?usp=pp_url

25/05/2023

There are so many things for us to explore right here on our doorstep and during this quieter time of year we get to explore them almost completely on our own 🤗

20/04/2023

What a fantastic way to end a stunning Naseby Day. Busy morning getting the properties ready for our next guests, amazing lunch then taking in these views along the water race

17/04/2023

Loving the contrasts that autumn brings ❤️🍁🍄

16/04/2023

We needed a wood shed to store our winter wood supplies. The amazing and very talented Adam Becker came to our rescue and built us this beauty!! Let us know if you are after a wood storage solution and we will put you in touch with Adam.

12/04/2023

Central Otago in autumn is just stunning!!

Autumn colours along the trail, traditionally peak about now - mid April. Tim Hawkins captures autumn vibrancy around Manuherekia No 2 bridge near Galloway. 📸Tim Hawkins

09/04/2023

Naseby certainly is a dog’s paradise.
Amazing forest walks and so many smells!! 🐶
We are pet friendly here at The Old Naseby School House so if you want to bring your furry friends on holiday they are most welcome 🥰

08/04/2023

It’s amazing what pops up at this time of year. Walking in the Naseby Forest is always interesting and you’ll never know what you’ll find!!

05/04/2023

'Family Fun in Naseby' - Listed by Ray White Dunedin

02/04/2023

Autumn is definitely upon us. We love living in a place that has defined seasons and Naseby is beautiful through every one.
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29/03/2023

We have lots of reasons as to why you should visit Naseby, but it’s always good to hear it from someone else!!

Cycling on the quite country roads around Naseby and the Otago Rail Trail to great country pubs for lunch

03/03/2023

Just in case you are planning on taking a trip across the Pass….

⛔️ DANSEYS PASS ROAD CLOSURE

Update: Wednesday 8 March 2023

The proposed closure of Danseys Pass Road by the Waitaki District Council has been postponed until further notice.
It was supposed to have been closed from tomorrow (Thursday 9 March). See more details below form our earlier post...

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The Waitaki District Council will be closing the Waitaki side of Danseys Pass Road from Thursday (9 March 2023) until 24 March between 7am and 5pm.

To avoid any conflict the Central Otago District Council will be closing Danseys Pass Road just north of the Danseys Pass Hotel on its side for this period. The road will be open to normal traffic outside these times.

If you require further information, please contact Raj Parikh at the Waitaki District Council 0272 615 275.

26/02/2023

How cool is this - so good to have such creative and community minded people in our little village. Craig and Paul have supported so many local causes by opening their garden to visitors. They make it look so easy, but I know the truth of the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. Great work you guys 🥰

A dilapidated cottage, sun-blocking conifers, and clumping wisteria weren't enough to deter this couple from their rural dream.

21/02/2023

This isn’t the only wee worker that has been buzzing around The Old Naseby School House. Keri and I have been making some wee changes.
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17/02/2023

PROHIBITION ON SPARK GENERATING ACTIVITIES
Due to the current High to Extreme fire danger across all of Otago the next few days Fire and Emergency NZ are PROHIBITING the following spark generating activities from Saturday 18 February at 12pm midday through to Tuesday 21st February at 11.59pm.
If you see smoke or flames call 111 immediately as any fire in these conditions has the potential to get out of control quickly.
This includes the following activities:
🔥Roadside mowing
🔥Scrub cutting/weed eating with a blade
🔥Grinding, welding and gas cutting outdoors
Mulching
🔥Fireworks

10/02/2023

NASEBY Conserve Water Notice - Friday 10 February 2023 – 3.15pm

Naseby residents – we urge you to reduce your water use to avoid moving into more drastic restrictions.

💧 Saving water can be as simple as turning off the tap when you’re brushing your teeth or shaving, keeping your showers short and avoiding outdoor water use. For more water saving tips head to https://www.codc.govt.nz/services/water-services/water-conservation

Please tag, share and let your friends, family and neighbours know. Word of mouth is a powerful tool.

But do note we are using as many channels as we can to get the word out – including good old-school methods like posters which you should see popping up about the place in the next 24 hours.

And final message for now, if you haven’t signed up to Otago Gets Ready to receive emergency alerts then head to this link and do that: https://otago.getsready.net/ (and if you have it pays to log in regularly to check your details are up-to-date).

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28/01/2023

What a great opportunity for someone! Come and join our community!

'The Naseby Hotel: Bar and Restaurant for Sale' - Listed by Ray White Dunedin

27/01/2023

Just in case you are thinking of taking a wee shortcut on your way into Naseby - don’t choose Channel Road until after 10th March 2023!

FYI - The majority of Channel Road will be closed due to a bridge replacement from the 13th Feb until the 10th March

25/01/2023

Waitangi, why not!
If you don’t have plans for the long weekend why not plan a trip to 2000ft above worry level and stay at the Old Naseby School House. Bookings now available.

24/01/2023

If you have enjoyed your stay and have enjoyed the rail trail you might enjoy winning $250 as well!!

Otago Central Rail Trail is extremely privileged to be regarded a Tohu Whenua - an Aotearoa Landmark that helps to tell our stories. We’d love your support in completing the survey below. Scan it here, or click on the link to complete http://bit.ly/TohuWhenua2023. (If you’re on the trail over the next couple of weeks - please support giving a few minutes of your time to the research first team undertaking the research)

21/01/2023

We had a little bit of welcome rain last night which was accompanied by this stunner!!

18/01/2023

We have been doing some gardening here at The Old Naseby School House - the other day we had a wee “helper” come to check out what we were up to. She will be super helpful when we need to dig some holes for our new plants!! 😂🐶🪴