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Nags Head Horse Hotel Opens

NZ Horse Network

Saturday 8 May 2010, 5:43PM

By NZ Horse Network

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Beautiful viewing decks let you see the action without the gumbooots
Beautiful viewing decks let you see the action without the gumbooots Credit: NZ Horse Network
Horses have an array of accommodation options
Horses have an array of accommodation options Credit: NZ Horse Network
A hotel where carrots are accepted as tips
A hotel where carrots are accepted as tips Credit: NZ Horse Network

AUCKLAND

When you check in at this hotel, you may be surprised to find that your bellboy is rather shorter and hairier than at the Ritz, but then the Nags Head Horse Hotel is no ordinary hotel. 

Every week horses and their riders travel long distances to compete, or to use recreation areas.  In some cases, this involves an overnight stay and now there is somewhere that makes horses, dogs and their owners truly welcome.  The Nags Head Hotel is located in Woodhill, North West of Auckland mainly to provide overnight accommodation for the many horses and riders that make their way to nearby Woodhill Sands Equestrian Centre.  Woodhill Sands has become a Mecca for hundreds of competitors most weekends, but space is at a premium due to the high demand.

With an eye to the potential of the recreation market in Rodney, the Nags Head provides a whole host of services for horse, rider, their families and dogs.  Being in close proximity to the many recreation providers in Woodhill Forest, the non-horsey family members can bike, 4WD or fly through the trees while equestrian members compete, or take an extra day during their journey to wind-down on the Woodhill Forest Equestrian Park (WFEP) trails.

Locals too can enjoy the many day spa services for horse or dog.  Grooming, and other services are on offer, and the Nags Head will hold small events.  Designed with great viewing areas, it offers the opportunity to view and enjoy horse sport, without having to feel out of your comfort zone.

Glamour Camping, known as Glamping, is also coming to New Zealand via the Nags Head Horse Hotel.  Glamping is becoming popular overseas, and offers all the mod-cons and pampering of a good hotel while staying more in touch with the natural environment.

For more information about the Nags Head Horse Hotel, you can visit their website www.nagsheadhorsehotel.com