Te Mahuru Retreat
Location: 233 Schoolhouse Road, RD 1, Kaikoura, Kaikoura, nz
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Bed and breakfasts
About this Property
Breathtaking Mountain Views
Nestled on two acres surrounded by mountains and farmlands, Te Mahuru Retreat offers stunning views of the peninsula. Each suite provides a private escape with glass sliding doors opening to the gardens and mountain vistas.
Shared Amenities and Private Comfort
Guests can unwind in the shared fully-equipped kitchen, spacious living and dining area, or relax in the outdoor hot tub. The private 2-bedroom cottage offers exclusive gardens, BBQ, and serene mountain views, ensuring a peaceful retreat.
Explore and Experience
With free bicycle use and proximity to Whale Watch Kaikoura and Encounter Kaikoura, adventure is at your doorstep. Discover the beauty of Kaikoura just a short drive away from the retreat.
Book your serene mountain getaway at Te Mahuru Retreat now.
Important Information
Please inform Te Mahuru Retreat about your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that due to the recent earthquake, some roads are closed and alternate routes may need to be taken to access the property. For further information please refer to the New Zealand Transport Agency's website. Please note that there is a 3% surcharge when you pay with a credit card.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: 01:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Electric bicycle charging station
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- BBQ facilities
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Shared kitchen
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Access to health care professionals
- Express check-in
- Free wired internet
- Golfing on site
- Playground on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Private picnics
- Reception hall
- Japanese garden
- Secured parking
- Electric bicycle charging station
- Vegetarian menu options available
Rooms Available
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Suite with Mountain View
This suite features tea/coffee making facilities, a mini-fridge, a TV, an private bathroom and its own patio with mountain views.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Bottle of water
- Fruits
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Window
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Suite with Mountain View
This suite features tea/coffee making facilities, a mini-fridge, a TV, an private bathroom and a patio with mountain views.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Bottle of water
- Fruits
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Window
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Double Room (Room 1)
1 Queen Bed
Balcony/patio with mountain views
Layout - Dining area and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Yard, highchair, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Yard
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Pets allowed
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
- Mobile key entry
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Triple Room (Room 2)
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Balcony/patio with mountain views
Layout - Bedroom, dining area, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Yard, highchair, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Yard
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Pets allowed
- Balcony or patio
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
- Mobile key entry
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Double Room (Room 3)
1 Queen Bed
Balcony/patio with mountain views
Layout - Bedroom, dining area, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Yard, highchair, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Yard
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Pets allowed
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
- Mobile key entry
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Double Room (Room 5)
1 Queen Bed
Balcony/patio with mountain views
Layout - Bedroom, dining area, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Yard, highchair, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Yard
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Pets allowed
- Balcony or patio
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
- Mobile key entry
-
Quadruple Room (Room 4)
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Balcony/patio with mountain views
Layout - 2 bedrooms, dining area, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Yard, highchair, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Yard
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Pets allowed
- Balcony or patio
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
- Mobile key entry
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2 Bedroom Self-Contained Cottage
2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Balcony/patio with mountain views
Layout - 2 bedrooms, dining area, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Memory foam bed, premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Yard, highchair, and iron/ironing board (on request); cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Shampoo
- Yard
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate dining area
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Memory foam mattress
- Rainfall showerhead
- Pets allowed
- Balcony or patio
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
- Mobile key entry
-
Suite with Mountain View
This room features tea/coffee making facilities, a mini-fridge, a TV, an private bathroom and a patio with mountain views.
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Bottle of water
- Fruits
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Window
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Two-Bedroom Cottage
This cottage features an extra large bedroom upstairs and a bedroom, lounge area and kitchen downstairs. There is also a bathroom, a deck with a hammock and BBQ and a large private grassed area with mountain views.
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Window
-
Suite with Mountain View
This room features tea/coffee making facilities, a mini-fridge, a TV, an private bathroom and a patio with mountain views.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Bottle of water
- Fruits
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Window
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Two-Bedroom Suite
This suite features 2 bedrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, a TV in each bedroom, an private bathroom and a patio with mountain views.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Bottle of water
- Fruits
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Window
Guest Reviews
- Carlae (8/5): - I booked the property very last minute. We arrived in the dark to find the cottage with all the lights on and the heat pump going. It was very warm and cosy inside.
- Jan (10/5): awesine - The area was very quite and the accommodation were beautiful, comfortable, clean and well presented.
- Kate (10/5): Beautiful spot for a rest - Staff were fantastic, friendly and very quick to respond! Beautiful scenery and a magical hot tub with a view!! Cottage was great!! What's not to like???
- Cassandra (10/5): - Beautiful property and the owner was super friendly and very accommodating. We would stay here again.
- Pennatee (10/5): - ที่พักสวย เจ้าของใจดั และดาวสวยมากๆ
- Sara (10/5): Amazing stay! - Beautiful location, Jen was very welcoming, great breakfast!
- Frederic (9/5): Endroit idéal comme base pour explorer les environs: confortable, très calme avec une vue magnifique - Le confort et le charme de l'endroit, ainsi que la vue magnifique sur le mont Fyffe. Le cottage est très spacieux et un peu à l'écart par rapport aux autres logements - l'endroit est très calme. Le hot tub en soirée pour observer les étoiles était très agréable. Le fait aussi de pouvoir disposer d'un lave-linge et d'un séchoir pour faire la lessive Nous avons apprécié aussi les efforts des propriétaires pour trier et recycler les déchets - un bon geste pour la planète Au niveau de l'équipement pour la cuisine : un essuie-vaisselle et une lavette auraient été appréciés pour essuyer la vaisselle (au lieu de la laisser sécher sur un égouttoir) et nettoyer la table après les repas.
- Wade and Louise (9/5): -
- Vinnie (9/5): - Amazing location. Sitting in a hot tub under the Milky Way was a truly wonderful experience. The host Kelly prepares her own jams to go with newly baked bread for breakfast. Rooms were great, warm, clean. Pity we could only stay one night.
- Tao (10/5): -
- Geraldine (10/5): -
- Blazing Sandwich (10/5): - Awesome!!!
- Lucy (8/5): The views from this property will shock you when you open the curtains in the morning! - Breakfast in the dining area was simple and delicious - made bread that was home cooked that day and eggs that were laid on site! Super delicious!
- Martijn (10/5): -
- Peter (10/5): Beautiful location, amazing stargazing, comfy room and delicious breakfast. Lovely staff. - Stargazing was amazing, hot tub was nice, room comfy, staff was lovely and the breakfast was delicious. Hot tub could have been hotter.
- Jakob (10/5): One word: wow!! - What a place and what a scenery.
- ANNA (8/5): Good value for Money - Cleaniness N/a
- Judy (5/5): Bit out of town so you’ll need a car. Comfortable - Nice views No one greeted us and we were left to find our room which was part of the main house. People were sitting outside our window so not very private. More of a B&B
- Gaelle (10/5): Great stay overall, nice breakfast and good advices - Despite the rainy and windy weather, our host Jen made sure we still enjoyed our two-night stay. The hot pools were perfect for relaxing in the evening, and Jen’s trail recommendations were much appreciated. The beds were comfortable, and while the two-bedroom suite is a bit small, it’s very clean and cozy. The shared kitchen is well equipped, and the living room is inviting, with books and games available. Breakfast is homemade, featuring warm bread and a great selection of jams. Some other guests did not clean up the kitchen, leaving it messy for us to use. The room was also a bit small for a family of four with large suitcases.
- Rob (9/5): Jen was an great host and had a wealth of information about the district.We would use again. -
- John (10/5): - A real accommodating host. Just like a personal visit. There was a full moon so the stars were not as clear as on a dark night.
- tineke (9/5): Superb! - Te Mahuru is beautiful retreat in the countryside. We loved the shared lounge where people can hangout, play games and have a chat. N/A
- Hayila91 (9/5): Stunning location and family-friendly stay with thoughtful touches - This was our first time staying at a B&B with children, and we were pleasantly surprised by how family-friendly it was. There were so many thoughtful touches for kids, including a playground in the yard, board games for all ages, train tracks, and even a high chair. The kitchen was very well equipped, and the dining area was a great space, we enjoyed spending time there playing games as a family. The location is absolutely spectacular. The mountains right across the road made it one of the most idyllic places we’ve stayed (rivalled only by Switzerland for me). Having access to laundry facilities was fantastic as a parent, and the clear time guidelines (finishing by 9pm) were really considerate for all guests. We stayed in the two-bedroom suite, which was a bit tight but perfectly adequate for a one-night stay. We were warmly greeted on arrival, and check-in for us was smooth and easy. Overall, we would definitely return just for the view alone and will be recommending it to friends. Another family arrived late (around 9pm) and seemed to have difficulty finding their accommodation because of where our room was located, we could hear them driving up and down the driveway and trying to figure things out. They ended up knocking on our door for assistance with check-in, I did point them to the board with the host contact but English was not their first language so had some trouble getting across that I didnt live/work here. While they were very lovely we weren’t expecting to step in and help guide other guests during our stay especially in my pyjamas. 😅 There may be an opportunity to improve the check-in process, particularly for guests who may not be fluent in English, to make directions and instructions clearer and more accessible.
- Xinyan (8/5): -
- Alexander (8/5): - Sehr schöne Lage und großes Aussengelände mit Hot Tubs. Unpräzise Beschreibung des Zimmers. „Suite“ ist nicht zutreffend. Zimmer für drei Personen etwas zu klein. Wenig Privatsphäre.
- Hayan (9/5): -
- Robert (10/5): Lovely sunny day it was really nice sitting out on the deck and having a coffee in the sun. - The breakfast was light and easy couldn’t fault, it . We didn’t have any milk in our fridge a part from that everything was good.
- Claudia (10/5): -
- Owen (10/5): Incredible hosts, magic location and amazing views - Such a treasure and so beautiful Amazing facilities, warm, clean, bright so lovely in the hot tubs under the stars!
- susan (10/5): Amazing comfortable stay - Beautiful location, clean comfortable accommodation. And the use of the hot tubs was a great experience, under the stars. Nothing it was perfect
- Louis (10/5): Amazing place - Great stay,clean,spacious
- Lavinia (10/5): Perfect - simply perfect, Jen was amazing and the property is beautiful. Best breakfast ever with homemade jams and bread. Will go back for sure!
- Stefanie (10/5): - Beautifully serene and relaxing. Beautiful garden. Was very private for a lodging situation. Bed was very comfortable and facilities excellent. Loved the hot pool! Breakfast was great too.
- David (9/5): -
- Pratichi (10/5): -
- Heike (8/5): -
- Melinda (9/5): Beautiful location and gorgeous cabin - It was close to town ,had a beautiful view and great amenities. In a spacious setting Cabin was spacious and clean. Seperate bedroom. Easy check in and check out
- Mayanc (10/5): -
- Natasha (10/5): Relaxing - We had a jolly good time along with our little puppy. Great locale, friendly company ( human and canine), fantastic recommendations!!
- Annabella (8/5): Stargazing and flowers - Beautiful spot. The stargazing from the hot tub was absolutely outstanding. Lovely rooms very clean and comfortable. Nice to be able to have the ability to wash clothes. It was lovely having breakfast in the main room. The only thing that would’ve made it a little bit more special to be able to have some of the fresh eggs that we know were laid on the property by the hens! Nothing beautiful friendly place to stay
- Christina (9/5): -
- Julian (10/5): - Tolle Lage außerhalb Kaikouras. Sehr freundliche Besitzer, gut ausgestattete Küche und ein freundliches Zusammensein beim Frühstück.
- Hitesh (10/5): - Amazing staff, amazing services and amazing and very clean property We liked everything
- janice (9/5): - Nice environment. Nice to have a spa pool to use. Good selection for breakfast. Nothing major, can't do anything about passing traffic on road.
- Tk1710 (10/5): - Ein superschönes Anwesen, tolles Zimmer direkt in den gepflegten Garten. Bequemes Bett, sehr sauber und ein richtig gutes Frühstück. Kann das sehr empfehlen. Liegt außerhalb von Kaikoura. Man braucht ein Auto um in die Stadt zu kommen, das geht aber aus der Beschreibung hervor. Jem und Paul sind sehr sympathische Gastgeber 😍
- Laura (10/5): -
- John (10/5): -
- Leslie (10/5): Simply the best - The initial feel of the place was welcoming. It is a scenic spot. Our room was pristine and waiting for us. Jen made sure we knew exactly where to go, etc. At breakfast,we met some other guests and enjoyed sharing experiences with them, and Jen made brilliant suggestions on things to do and where to do them. The bed was comfy with crisp white sheets. We wish we could've stayed longer No. The only disappointment was a cloudy sky, so we didn't see the stars at night from the hot tub. And she certainly cannot co trol New Zealand weather.
- Janet (10/5): Most beautiful restful place to stay with a stunning breakfast - Relaxing and beautiful Nothing to not like
- Roelof (10/5): Super - Erg netjes, compleet en super gezellig
- Karen (10/5): Affordable Luxury- delightful - Absolutely everything. This lovely homely retreat is so well run that everything runs calmly and smoothly. The hosts are wonderful. Breakfasts delicious, bedrooms and in fact whole house has understated elegance, the gardens are lush and the hot tub areas - especially the star gazing area is exceptional. Nothing to not like
- Alison (8/5): Beautiful gardens, clean rooms, lovely hosts. - Beautiful surroundings, lovely clean room, but a little small. The cooking smells from other guests was a bit off putting and I actually expected more than cereal and bread for breakfast, especially after seeing the chickens. Expected bacon and some eggs, but I must have misread the breakfast inclusions, so my fault. Got a bacon and egg pie down the road from a bakery.
- James (9/5): - The secluded setting Nothing really
- Mark (10/5): Moo - Rural vistas. Superb facilities. The sound of contented cows brought back memories of my upbringing on a dairy farm.
- Niclas (10/5): - Cosy cottage, breathtaking views, nice breakfast and very nice hot tub
- Marc (10/5): - Magnifique accueil
- Melinda (10/5): Loved the stars, gardens, pups, fruit trees, comfy beds! All fantastic! - The location was convenient to restaurants, shopping and whale watching. The gardens on the property are gorgeous! I couldn’t stop walking around admiring the flowers. Breakfast was good. Nice having a washer/dryer. Very peaceful stay. Highly recommend! Nothing
- Jerome (10/5): Propert was well appointed and if we were to travel back to the area we would love to spend more time there. - Beautiful location and nice amenities. Host was very kind, thoughtful and friendly. Wonderful breakfast. Easy non-contact check-in. Room was small, though perfectly adequate for our short stay.
- Nir (9/5): -
- Kevin (9/5): - Felt less like a hotel, and more like a true retreat.
- Charles (10/5): -
- CORNELIUS (10/5): -
- Nancy (10/5): Beautiful property and welcoming host - a very comfortable and relaxing stay - Beautiful property, lovely fresh flowers, friendly host, sweet dogs
- Alizeh (10/5): Awesome and affordable. Would definitely book again. - very clean. Good food available for break fast. It was nice and spacious! And the hot tub was great. not much to dislike except that there’s one bathroom for 5 people.
- Roger (10/5): Fantastic. I we had known we would have stayed longer - Great hosts, gave local information and also travelling and what to look out for. Breakfast great. Such excellent views of snow capped mountains
- Brian (9/5): -
- Philip (10/5): Lovely host - Lovely host,super clean Nothing
- Grosnit (10/5): - Nous avons apprécié le cadre dans la verdure, le confort de la chambre et du lit, le petit déjeuner, la proximité avec Kaikoura.
- Deborah (9/5): Lovely place to stay - Excellent breakfast and it is nice to eat with others
- Yaron (10/5): - Wow!!! I wish we could stay longer. Butiful place, we used both of the hot-tubs and the Cottage was perfect.
- Jonathan (10/5): -
- Jan-Nicolas (10/5): A beautiful place to disconnect and relax - I only stayed for one night on my way back to Christchurch after a four week round trip on the south island, but even this short stay revealed a beautiful and peaceful place that is definitely worth visiting again. The Retreat itself and the way everything was arranged with attention to detail, the room (with a fragrant rose in a vase on the bedside table), delicious breakfast (with freshly baked bread), nice chats with the owner, the beautiful garden and the stunning surroundings (even on a rather windy day) all made me wish I could stay a few more days and just relax after an exciting trip. Next time! Thank you so much Jen for this beautiful experience. It was simply perfect, no complaints at all!
- Bond (10/5): - It's beautiful tranquil very relaxing experience
- Gary (9/5): Great spot away from the hustle of the main trade. - Great location, clean and well presented
- Patty (10/5): - The room and the view were beautiful. There was so much more we would have liked had we only been able to enjoy it! We were exhausted after two days of travel from the states. It is such a lovely, well-thought out property. You clearly put a lot of yourself into designing it.
- Lin (10/5): 很开心 - 很漂亮 都很好
- Kaija (10/5): -
- Patrick (10/5): - This is a beautiful and well maintained place. We rented the cottage and it was lovely. The host was very friendly and responsive. The common room available was a nice place to chat with some other travelers. I’d look forward to staying again.
- Alex (10/5): -
- Jack (10/5): - Good spot, and good facilities
- Rowan (10/5): Handy location when traveling the South Island. There is a restaurants cross the road that we have been to before which - Close to Kaikoura and far enough off main road. Beautiful garden setting and the kids loved the hot tub. No dislikes.
- Paul (9/5): -
- Angela (7/5): - Check in worked well. Attractive grounds. Breakfast adequate and the table was cramped.
- Jitendra (9/5): Excellent - It's a wonderful place in a beautiful location. Had a breathtaking experience of star gazing while dipped inside the hot tub. Hosts were very good.
- Thanh Tra (10/5): Wonderful - The location offers a beautiful mountain view. The facilities are comfortable and clean, and the garden is lovely as well.
- Ryan (9/5): -
- Chuntao (10/5): -
- Richard (10/5): - We really enjoyed our stay, comfortable rooms, nice breakfast, friendly hosts and amazing views espy from the hot tub!
- Margaret (10/5): Awesome, clean, LOVED the Hot tubs. - Food left for us to cook as we like. It was great. Maybe some fruit?
- Eve (10/5): - The location was great, waking up in the morning to see a little snow on the mountains was amazing.
- Sandy (7/5): -
- Tom (10/5): Absolutely lovely place. Great breakfast, beautiful gardens, picturesque hot tubs, and the hosts are super friendly and -
- Isabel (9/5): Great location and room to roam - Lovely property, space for our daughter to run around and play and all basic facilities needed. Beautiful view of the starry night sky on first night and easy to get into town. Bed wasn’t super comfortable and thin towels
- MING-TSUNG (10/5): - 可以一邊泡澡一邊欣賞風景，女主人Jen很和善，庭園與公共區域都整理的很乾淨。 沒有
- Cassio (10/5): Cozy and comfortable! - Very cozy, great breakfast. There were few TV channel options, which became a problem on rainy days, but nothing serious.
- Chunmei (8/5): Very pleasant stay - The room is small but very clean. I would almost give 10/10 until my kids accidentally touched the painting on the wall from which a lot of dust fell onto the bed. I loved the fresh flowers in my room, the kitchen, the living room and the corridors.
- trudi (8/5): -
- Jesper (10/5): Jeg vil anbefale dette sted til alle der skal forbi eller være flere dage i Kaikoura, helt helt fantastisk - Det var en fuldstændig fantastisk beliggenhed, nemt til Kaikoura og helt stille når man var derude.. Jen var super hjælpsom og der er mad i rigelige mængder samt legetøj, stort ude areal, lille legeplads til børn
- Natalia (1/5): -
- Alison (10/5): -
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