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Typically, we stay at 4-5 star, large chain resorts but we were tremendously pleased with the comfort and charm of of Tekapo Heights. Sam was very polite, thoughtful, and made good recommendations. Having come from a disappointing and expensive hotel the night before in another NZ city, the attention to detail in our room was very much appreciated. Everything ran so smoothly and the bed was so cozy and comfortable! It was the best of the last 6 hotels on our stay. Though we weren’t right on the lake, we really enjoyed spending the evening on the back patio

It wasn’t on my plan to stay here. I urgently booked this place since I missed my bus, so I was a little frustrated but it turned into a good fortune cause the place was really stunning! The owner of the place was so friendly, kind and welcomed me. There were cute snacks for me, the room was more than perfect and the lake view from windows was spectacularly beautiful. The bathroom was so clean, there was even a heater in the bathroom so I didn’t need to be frozen after taking a shower. The bed was so comfy and there were every facilities that I needed. I was just lying in a huge cozy bed and gazing the shining lake until sun went down. It was so peaceful and relaxed one night. And after checking out I realised that I left my jacket at there, so I was about to go back to bring my jacket. It was really embarrassing for me since I was carrying more than 20kg bags at that moment. But so thankfully, the owner brought my jacket by a car to where I was! It was really considerate kindness! I want to say “Thank you so much!” to him again. It was a totally warm-hearted experience.

We came here in late August 2016 for skiing trip to treble cone and Cardrona. Does this B&B a hotel islocated within five minutes drive from the want to cut town so it's quite convenient if you want to go for grocery shopping or a go to a restaurant in town, provided you have a car. The rooms are clean and spacious. The view from the room is awesome, facing toward the mountain ranges. Good cooked and continental breakfast was lots of choices. Highly recommended

We had a wonderful stay at the Lilac gardenroom. The house is just beautiful, the garden lovely, full of roses. Golden revrietever Maddy welcomed us at the gate, she is adorable. Our room had a spacious private bathroom, double bed and access to the garden. The bed was very comformtable. We found a little dust in the room that's why we rated this point a 4 instead of a 5. However everything about this place is wonderful. The continental breakfast is outstanding, the owners baked eggs and waffles with maple sirup. Location is good, several restaurants are just around the corner. City centre is only a few minutes drive away.

Its a wonderful experience stay there in De Lavender, compare to the high price of other hotels in Queenstown, I will definitely choose this one again. Its just 2-3mins walk to the bus stop as I didn't hire a car. The most impressive thing is the amazing million dollars lake view, from anywhere in the house--spacious Living area, awesome kitchen, lovely bedroom and the big deck..... The bathroom is quite new, which makes me much more comfortable compared to most of the accommodations in NZ. The house is nicely decorated, shows a good taste of the owner. The owners are quite friendly and their lovely daughter is a chatterbox and enjoys to share lots of funny things happened here. They introduced the tourist spot, the track and restaurant which locals go. Take the free beer from the owner and have a nice talk with them and other guests in the late sunset at the deck, that was one of the best experience!

Our stay in this delightful B & B was perfect in every way. The property is conveniently located on the Thermal Highway from Taupo just 3km from the Napier/Gisborne turn off & only 15 mins to Napier. Purpose built with his & her showers, top quality bedding, crockery & furnishings, our spacious room had a verandah overlooking vineyards. Upstairs is a large chic lounge with huge fireplace & floor to ceiling sliding doors on two sides opening to wide verandahs & a swimming pool. Our hosts offered a wine tasting on our first night with delicious cheeses & we later had the use of the room to ourselves as other guests were out. The self catered breakfast included muesli, eggs, bacon, fruit, juice & gourmet teas & coffee. The online photographs are a true representation of how beautiful this establishment is. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay with touches of luxury.

The design, ranging from bedding to decoration, can show the dedication and the passion of the host! Kevin and Jenny are helpful and nice to serve the guests! We feel comfortable and relaxing both in the room and the common area! The view is superb and the breakfast provides us a big feast! We feel so grateful to have chosen this place during our stay! It adds to our trip!

The Manse has a great location in the vineyards of Hawkes Bay. We had a wonderful stay here I could not fault ANYTHING ! The rooms are very comfortable with luxurious amenities. Breakfasts were delicious with much of the produce from the farm. Gary is an amazing chef & dinner is also sourced from the local area & farmers markets with an option of matching wines. Our only regret was that we could not stay longer !

This short stay was truly delightful. Jo and Peter were superb hosts, taking care of every detail. We arrived early evening after a long drive and Jo had pre-booked a restaurant for us - so thoughtful and most appreciated. The views from our well furnished and cosy rooms were spectacular, with the lake and the mountains a perfect backdrop. The living room was very comfortable and there was lots of refreshments available at all times. The amenities provided in the bedroom and bathroom were of top quality and more than we expected. Unfortunately we had an early start but the delicious breakfast Jo cooked left us completely satisfied. Our stay at Matuka summed up our overall experience with New Zealand - wonderful people, breathtaking views, great food, good value and not long enough! Thank you Jo and Peter, we hope to return and stay longer.

this is the best choice i did for South Island trip! Sue and Robbin are really nice. We do like the garden, and the room. The breakfast was most from the garden, really amazing! Sue invited us to look around the garden. We learned a lot for plants and fruits, as we never knew how walnuts and chestnuts look like in trees :-). The room is very clean and comfortable. The location is convenient - near to the airport. By the way, the gulf club and deer garden next to the premises are nice to walk around.

It was so lovely to stay in a traditional house providing us with a spacious room, comfortable bed and delicious breakfast. The town is quaint with stylish shops, a choice of restaurants and easy access by ferry into central Auckland. A ferry also runs to the island of Waiheke which is a heavenly place to visit with wonderful beaches, vineyards and a laid back, peaceful vibe. We thoroughly enjoyed our whole stay and would highly recommend!

Finding this B&B in a quiet town was like finding treasure. Twizel is a great midway stop between Christchurch and Queenstown and staying in a beautiful place like Heartland Lodge made a one-night stopover feel like a one-week relaxing holiday. The rooms are big, modern,comfortable, with huge gorgeous bathrooms and spectular views to the mountains. The house and grounds are grand and beautiful The hosts are delightful company, who offer and share an evening drink with you while chatting as if you had known them for years. They filled us with a scrumptious breakfast, gave great advice on the best places to eat in town for dinner and as we headed off in the morning provided us with lots of useful information for sightseeing on our way towards our next destination.

We stayed for only one night but it was a little piece of paradise. We had a room with our own little terrasse overlooking the amazing lake view. The room was very comfortable. Everything perfectly clean. We had diner there in the dining room which was lovely. Ann was cooking and Ed serving and they were charming. Breakfast in the morning was first class. Highly recommend the place

This was a life changing experience. The lodge is spacious and the views are incredible...I could have sat on the balcony all day and not got tired of the view. The isolation is just incredible yet the service and friendliness of the couple was second to none. If we visit New Zealand again we will be returning and we would recommend it to everyone! Our children loved it too - the glow worms, stars at night, microscopes and rope swing ensured they were never bored.

This house is located in a quiet residential area. It is very comfortable, spacious and meeting the highest standards, being built only a few years ago. Breakfast (hot and cold) was prepared individually and served by the lovely hosts in the first floor. From there, you have a wonderful panoramic view over the lake. The bedroom was on the ground floor and had access to a private terrace and the garden. We stayed 10 days at this place, exploring the Tongariro National Park and many other sites. The hosts were very helpful with advice, information, and books from the area. We could not have found a better place for our New Zealand holiday.

This is what I always thought a B & B should be. This retired couple doesn't need the income, they simply love to meet people and socialize if the client wants. If you've been to Tuscany, you would love the whole neighbourhood, every house is brick and terra cotta, various palms and flowers, all manicured. I couldn't believe the facilities, we arrived on a hot muggy afternoon and the courted yard / pool was the perfect answer to relaxation. The house and room are attached with breezeways everywhere, yet your privacy is protected. The room itself was spacious with a huge bathroom, double showers and double sinks. The tiling and finishings are new and professionally done with an extra large King sized bed. Best of all, the couple are so easy to get along with, they accommodate your every need. Even better, the breakfast is ready when you are, very nice and served on a platter under a spacious patio. The location is great, quiet and close to modern amenities. I wish I could share photos,

Despite arriving late, the host was accommodating and friendly. The room was comfortable, good Wi-Fi and had a great view out the door that led to a small patio. There are only 2 rooms, next to each other with a bathroom at the end of the corridor. There were tea and coffee facilities and the bathroom and room was immaculately clean. A continental breakfast was included, but having an early meeting, I had to miss out. The only downside was the shower water pressure was low - but this is not on town mains. The gardens were stunning and I spoke to Lyndal before I left. Very friendly and accommodating host.

The basement room is at the back of the property does provide privacy, however, I could hear all the noises from any movement upstairs. The room is full of personal items and things that I had to remove the cushions to sit down and there is no table surface to put my personal bags on. It will be a good idea to simplify the room. The spa pool and the light were switched off without warning, I had to come out in the completely dark room. The added form layer of the mattress is breathless and uncomfortable. So sweaty, I was waken up about 4:30 am. There is nothing “dream escape” about. In fact, I found a clean quiet motel unit with spa bath close by. It is closer to the beach and shops but only costs me few extra dollars per night. It is spacious too.