Ratings based on 59 Verified Reviews
4.5 Room cleanliness
4.7 Service & staff
4.3 Room comfort
4.2 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 13 Jun 2024
Loved it here. Such a lovely spot - cabin very cosy and loved the gardens
by A verified traveler
Posted 7 Mar 2024 on Wotif
The cottage was so lovely and peaceful being set in extensive gardens and well away from the road. It was also close to many natural attractions - lots to explore around this area.
A couple of foot stools or easy chairs would make it more comfortable for lounging at night.
by A verified traveler
Posted 9 Dec 2023 on Hotels
Comfortable clean place with plenty of room, nice kitchen, and amazing garden. Host was very helpful and very nice person! Enjoyed our stay very much.
by A verified traveler
Posted 1 May 2022
Beautiful bush views out every window but the bush was so tightly packed around the unit that it shut out too much sun, leaving a damp musty smell inside.
The garden paths were also beautiful but many spiked succulents were a hazard to legs.
by A verified traveler
Posted 13 Apr 2022
The garden is wonderful - some amazing plants and sculptures. Interesting and beautiful.
In the cottage the facilities are mostly fine, but the settee isn't very comfortable, and is rather small even for small people like us. An additional armchair opposite the settee would be good, just for a choice of seating. Sometimes you want a change from sitting next to each other. It was good to have several heating options, as I'm sure it gets very cold there sometimes.
by A verified traveler
Posted 2 Oct 2021 on Wotif
Secluded property in beautiful bush surroundings.
Comment from Hotel Management
2 Oct 2021 by Tania, Hotel Management
Thanks for great review Wendy. Hope you managed to see all the gardens. Stunning time of the year at the moment.
by A verified traveler
Posted 27 Jun 2021 on Wotif
The standalone cottages are lovely, looking over the beautiful gardens. The musty smell was not so pleasant … maybe time of the year?? We also had a wonderful meal at Maha and could just stumble back to our accommodation. I do apologise for the red hair dye. I know that it just washes out but I would not normally stay around from home so soon after having it done.
Comment from Hotel Management
27 Jun 2021 by Tania, Hotel Management
Hi Anon,
Yes, we have had soo much rain...evening being mentioned on the 6pm news! The aircon/heatpump (in every cottage) helps with the moisture.
The "Garden of National Significance" is enjoying the rain though.
Aren't we so lucky having such an exceptional restaurant in our backyard!
by A verified traveler
Posted 25 Jun 2021 on Hotels
Comment from Hotel Management
25 Jun 2021 by Tania, Hotel Management
Thanks for your excellent review Marc. Hope to see you again soon
by A verified traveler
Posted 23 May 2021
Was very nice and quiet, but also close to cafes shops and sightseeing.
Chalets are very comfortable and clean.
Would stay there again if passing through.
Comment from Hotel Management
25 Jun 2021 by Tania, Hotel Management
Thanks for your great review! Yes, we are handy to everything but away from the bustle. I hope you got to explore our "garden of national significance" and eat at our award winning Maha Restaurant onsite!
by A verified traveler
Posted 1 May 2021
Delightful oasis, quiet and cosy cottage. We enjoyed walking around the subtropical gardens and discovering a host of fascinatingly plants and trees. Friendly and welcoming hosts.
Comment from Hotel Management
2 May 2021 by Tania, Hotel Management
Thank you for your lovely review. My fathers "Garden of National Significance" is unlike any other in NZ. People are saying it feels like Thailand or Bali with the plantings.
