Waipara River Estate

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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.1

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Waipara River Estate in Waipara offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a saltwater swimming pool, sun terrace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a garden, outdoor dining area, and free bicycles. Convenient Location: Located 35 mi from Christchurch International Airport, the property is near skiing, hiking, and cycling activities. Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent breakfast provided by the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
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1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sherman
United States United States
“Really lovely location in a vineyard. The grounds were very pretty. Owner met us there and offered to take the cover off of the pool if we wanted. If it had been warmer, we would have taken him up on it. There was a bottle of wine and a nice...”
Kaushal
India India
“The service is fantastic and second to none , Brian was there with whatever we need for the stay and has awesome recommendations for places to eat , trust him for his food choices!”
Sonia
United States United States
“Beautiful location, greeted upon arrival. Cute rooms and comfy accommodation”
Krystal
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location was gorgeous and everything you could need was provided.”
Annette
New Zealand New Zealand
“Just a one night stay but a treat in beautiful spot. Riesling from property vines was lovely too.”
Marie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautiful location on the vineyard- good walks. Excellent continental breakfast and local coffee. Friendly host.”
Dee
Australia Australia
“Beautiful surroundings, peaceful, only birdsong for company! Good facilities, good continental breakfast/ snacks, and a surprise bottle of wine! Very good Wi-Fi, comfortable bed, great bathroom.”
Michelle
New Zealand New Zealand
“A great place to stay in the Waipara, the location is great and just a short cycle from the wineries nearby. The rooms were lovely and very clean. Wonderful facilities and great complimentaty breakfast. Very peaceful location in the vines.”
Julie
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location, quietness & surrounding views. Very well looked after.”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable. Beautiful location. Quality furnishings”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.7Based on 84 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Welcome to the secluded, peaceful, retreat of Waipara River Estate - our luxury vineyard accommodation in a charming renovated 1920s homestead in the heart of the Waipara Valley. Our rooms offer picturesque views of the garden, surrounding hills and vineyard, a perfect setting to enjoy a glass or bottle of our very own award winning hand crafted boutique wines. We are located roughly 45 minutes drive from Christchurch International Airport and 10 minutes from nearest town Amberley which offers lunch & dinner options as well as a Countdown. Facilities include free wifi, private parking, bicycles, satellite tv, bathroom with shower and laundry (on request). A simple continental breakfast is included in your stay.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Waipara River Estate

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

House rules

Waipara River Estate takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 40 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 40 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Waipara River Estate 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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.