Farmstay holiday rentals in Te Waipounamu / South Island

Photos don’t do the view justice. Jeremy was a great host. This is a cabin type experience. We stayed in the winter and used the cottage as a home base for skiing and other activities which was great. Quick ride over to Arrowtown and Queenstown but far away enough to feel private and peaceful. Some important points regarding previous reviews I read about the place being “cold”…the ground floor is all slate stone…as Jeremy recommended, just bring some sandals or slippers to wear around. There is a large heat pump, a lovely pot belly stove, and space heaters and all the beds have blanket heaters which we actually didn’t use because they were too hot…so it’s easy to stay warm and the view and coziness are well worth it, but if you’re expecting a thermostat in a hotel room that you set and leave…this wouldn’t be the place for you. We loved our stay and the host was very responsive.

We had a lovely stay at Jessica’s home! The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. The little touches around the house really made it feel welcoming, and we appreciated how well-equipped everything was. Location was convenient and peaceful perfect for a relaxing getaway. Jessica was a great host, responsive and thoughtful throughout. Highly recommend staying here if you’re in the area!

Drew and Sally were the sweetest! They made the effort to meet us when we arrived, showed us around and explained how certain items worked. Their pantry was full and they provided us milk, a loaf of bread, and farm fresh eggs which we enjoyed a lot! There were two rooms: the first was with one big bed suitable for a couple, and the second room was huge and housed 4 beds comfortably. We really enjoyed our stay and Koa, the friendliest dog was a bonus! Before we left, we requested for a short tour around the farm and understood the sustainable practices that the family is so passionate about. We cannot thank you enough, Drew and Sally, we hope to be back someday!

Shaun and Vanessa’s b&b was exactly what we were looking for. My fiancé and I were visiting from Australia and were staying in a new b&b every night for our week holiday. Shaun and Vanessa’s place was the perfect place to wind down and had the most incredible views we had seen since arriving in NZ. We were unable to experience the spa as we had booked the room quite late but the overall experience we had with Shaun upon arriving, the spotless room with a bed so warm we had to sleep with a window open to let in the night breeze and the breathtaking views, this will be a regular place that we stay at for our future visits to New Zealand. Shaun had also suggested that we take a mini road trip to Lake Tekapo. We stopped on the way and got to see snow for the very first time and experienced the Lake Tekapo hot springs which was the highlight of our trip. Thank you Shaun and Vanessa for an incredible experience and making this our must stay place when we visit your beautiful country again.

Cosy and comfortable stay with Bridget, place was exactly as described and was a great getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. We really appreciated Bridget's hospitality as well, and would come back if we had the chance. Highly recommended!

This was our second stay with Lynne, we had a wonderful time. A warm, cozy home with stunning views. Love the outdoor fire. Lynne thought of everything! Definitely recommend.

Lisa's place is highly recommended. What a beautiful cottage, many things that make this stay special. Lisa and Matt are wonderful hosts and we wish we could of stayed longer but NZ has so much to see.

Such a beautiful spot! The cabin is simple but beautifully done. Loved the walks the owners have marked out and the friendly bird life. There’s some pretty frisky sandflies down by the river but they weren’t too much of a hassle up by the cabin itself. I actually did end up having cell coverage, albeit limited, but everything’s otherwise off the grid which was nice and helped disconnect from work. I got lucky and had gloriously sunny days, so no troubles with the solar hot water. Great stay! Could’ve happily stayed another day, which the owners have noted is a common piece of feedback they get and I can see why.

We absolutely loved our time staying with Kim and Glen! They were very welcoming and helpful, showing us around their farm, and happy for us to interact with the animals (our 2 year old had a great time). Their home was clean, very spacious for us (2 adults and a child) and had character. Kim set up the fire for us each night, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay. Hopefully we're back in NZ some time soon and can visit again!

Very peaceful surroundings. Private, well set up little cabin with everything you need for a short stay. Host was lovely and helpful and made us a great dinner and breakfast. Just what we needed after a long day's cycling!

We had an awesome stay at this peaceful farm property in Staveley. The mountain views were incredible and made for a really relaxing and scenic getaway. The place had a great rural vibe and was perfect for switching off for a few days. We brought our dog along and it was ideal — plenty of local walking tracks to explore. Harriet was a fantastic host — super helpful and great with communication, which made everything really easy. Would definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a quiet country escape with beautiful views. We’d happily stay again!

A real nice place to stay, specially if you have time to explore the grounds and gardens. Erin communicates really well and is very helpful. Good breakfast options were provided. A bit far from the Dunedin city but still convenient.

Julie and Mike were great host. Fantastic location and the accommodation was perfect for our family of three. Highly recommended, and the cherry on top was the freshly baked bread!

Sally and Bruce's place was absolutely wonderful! A great place to call home during our road trip (especially after a very long day of hiking in Abel Tasman). Not to mention, the bed was very comfortable! We had the best time.

this is the best location I have stayed at. I still can't believe how cheap it was! they could be charging a lot more for this kind of quality. Great deal, I would reccomend

An amazing stay! Met their parents and had such a welcoming chat. The farm was so lovely, we had a chance to meet Socks the dog and the two horses. Loved the fireplace and the lovely touch of eggs and milk on arrival. Wish we stayed another night for sure. Definitely coming back here one day. Great spacious rooms and very good heating alternatives. Thank you so much for having us. The welcome card for Coringa was so sweet. Definitely a highlight on our honeymoon. 😁

Beautiful spot in Mapua with amazing views. Great amenities and we especially loved the outdoor fireplace and bath - both amazing under a very starry sky. Short drive to the Mapua wharf, and was a great base for us to explore Abel Tasman (approx 30 minute drive to Marahau).

Absolutely beautiful spot!! Felt very private and quiet and love how the home is built right into the wetlands. Love the big windows. Everything was super thoughtfully organized and loved the fresh baked bread and jam etc.

What a great place, with peaceful backyard and lovely neighborhood. This place has everything you might need for a great stay and Angela is the sweetest. Highly recommended.

Kath and Steve gave us a warm welcome when we arrived and made us feel at home. The place was very comfortable and well stocked. The location is beautiful! All good. We'd love to come back.

Katherine was very welcoming and the stay felt like a home away from home.

A wonderful place to stay in all respects!

I arrvived at honey cottage at 1130 at night, the lights were on the fire was going, it was immediately warm and Cosy. Which was so nice as it was a freezing night. I instantly felt comfortable and warm - right at home. Cosy cottage is the nicest most peaceful place I have stayed in. Everything about it is beautiful - I look forward to stay there again. Michael was very happy to come and show me how to turn the hot tub on as it was gas and I was a bit unsure about it, he was very helpful and friendly. I would recommend Cosy cottage to anyone it was the best. Thankyou Michael Donna

A beautiful outlook. Small size but had everything we needed and the outlook and veranda made it feel much bigger. Great local breakfast produce provided. The fire was roasting hot, spotless and comfortable. Internet and streaming worked well. Well positioned near several restaurants and wineries, and near the Omaha plane display. Andy and MaryAnn were warm and welcoming. We would definitely stay again.