The Ophir Church is set in an historic gold mining town of Ophir in the heart of Central Otago. With wonderful views of the Dunstan and Hawkdun Mountains,and the Manuherikia River flowing by. Nearby is Omakau with a garage, hotel and a small supermarket

Superb dining at the local hotel (Blacks Hotel), cafe/restaurant (Pitches Store), or nearby Omakau Hotel; and Muddy Creek Cafe for "take aways".Use the (summertime) swimming pool ($2 donation) or the Manuherikia River for a cooling, refreshing swim. Try the nearby tennis courts, golf course and rail trail. Weekend searching in the vintage and collectable shops.