Homewood Station and Tourist Resort , Mary's Bay, Pelorus Sound. This property was first taken up under a lease from the Crown by Messrs Mills Bros., but was afterwards held for some years by Mr. Bond, and was acquired by the present proprietor, Mr. D. W. Foote, in the year 1903. It consists of 1182 acres of rough hilly land, and takes in the whole of the country surrounding the shores of Mary's Bay. “Homewood” possesses great natural beauties, as the steep hillsides, down to the water's edge, are covered with thick native bush, which, in fine weather, is beautifully reflected in the waters of the bay.! “Homewood,” as a sheep station, carries at present nearly 2000 sheep; but, on account of the scenic beauty of the district, Mr. Foote determined to establish a private holel, and to develop a tourist resort. As such “Homewood” already enjoys much public favour, and promises to become still more popular in the future. The climate is good, and the majority of the days throughout the year are bright and clear. “Homewood” is well sheltered; the district abounds in deer, pigs, pigeons, and quail; and there are fish of various kinds in the sea close at hand. Guns and ammunition can be hired at the house on reasonable terms, and a large stock of stores and provisions of all kinds is kept. There is a convenient wharf, and an oil-launch and several boats with fishing tackle are at the service of visitors. The house is situated about a chain from the water's edge, at the head of the bay, and about ten feet above the level of the beach. It is a one-storied wooden building containing about seventeen rooms with every modern convenience, and is surrounded by fine grounds. An excellent table is kept, the tariff is moderate, and the accommodation good. The comfort an I wellbeing of the guests are personally superintended by Mr. and Mrs. Foote. “Homewood” possesses a post, telegraph, and telephone office, with a regular mail service, and can be reached by oil-launch from either Picton or Havelock, in a few hours.