Had two nights at Lodge, the service was excellent and the food superb. The lodge is old world in a very quiet location. Perfect for a few days out of the world cup nights. Hosts could not have done more. More

My partner and I recently returned from a 9 day surprise anniversary holiday excursion to New Zealand, during which we stayed our last 2 nights at the Greenhill Lodge. (We previously stayed 1 night at the Westin Auckland, 3 nights at the Spire Hotel in Queenstown, and 2 nights at the Wharekauhau Lodge in Wairarapa.) We prefer to stay in... More

This is a really great place to stay. The owners, Neil and Craig, make you feel very welcome and cannot do enough for you. Their life is made easier by Helen and Trevor (and the fabulous chef whose name escapes me for now ). We stayed there for 3 nights over Easter and ate there for 2 of those nights... More

We stayed here over Christmas 2007 and thoroughly agree with the other great reviews posted on Tripadvisor. The location is just fabulous and the accommodation was among the best we experienced during our NZ trip. The food and wine were first class throughout, we were very well looked after and we were very sad to leave on Boxing Day. We... More

This is a beautiful renovation of a spectacular farmhouse set on top of a hill overlooking a Napa-valleyesque surrounding. Hawkes Bay wineries are reachable within minutes, and Hastings and N. Hadlock ( a cute little town) are both available for nice dining. But, you need not go far for great food. The breakfasts and dinners were first class there, as... More

This charming Victorian estate is situated on the crest of a small, but commanding knoll surrounded by rolling lush green hills dotted with grazing sheep. We couldn't have imagined a more welcoming experience starting with the tree-lined entrance lane up the hill which was guarded by mason lions. The building sits majestic with its red roof and white walls contrasting... More