METHVEN is Canterbury's winter-sports capital and the accommodation and refuelling centre for the Mount Hutt ski-field during the June to October ski season. In summer the town is quiet and uninspiring, but makes a good base for exploring the nearby Rakaia Gorge and Mount Somers and doing a handful of activities.
The new owners of this lodge go out of their way to assist you, and offer their knowledge of eateries in particular. There is an open fireplace in the cosy lounge, a bar, and ... More