The accommodation is generously sized, with two bedrooms and a large living room. You get your own breakfast, which is a little tricky without a sink. Having read the reviews, we arrived with high expectations. However, it was disappointing. It felt a bit unloved. The towels and sheets smelt rather unpleasantly. There was a dead fly by the bed. Some... More

This was a birthday surprise for my husband from his children and it couldn't have been a better choice !! From the welcome we received from Wendy to the soaking in the spa pool we found our stay very private and peaceful . This was a great location for us, as we attended the Martinborough Wine and Music Festival and... More

My review might be a little biased because I so appreciated Wendy even before we arrived. Planning a month long jaunt around NZ with another couple was a little daunting. Wendy made several suggestions, such as a visit to Akaroa, that turned out to be among our favorite stops. Sometime after booking at Akrotiri, I received email from Wendy telling... More

This was a return visit to Akrotiri and Martinborough. The combination of great hosts (thanks for the dinner suggestions Wendy!) and a beautiful home really helped us unwind after a stressful period in our life. The spa is a delight - we had clear skies and it was like drinking wine under an upturned bowl of stars - thousands of... More

We loved our stay in Martinborough. One of our favourite parts of our tour of NZ. So relaxing a perfect place for couples needing to unwind. Wendy and Marcus were fabulous hosts. We had the perfect combination of attentiveness when we asked for it and privacy the rest of the time. We totally agree with other guests who have voted... More

Beware! Akrotiri are prepared to keep all of your money if you have a change your plans. I made a booking for three nights’ accommodation with a lead in of three weeks. Three days later I gave my credit card details over the phone expecting that would secure my booking. Six days prior to my expected visit I had to... More

We chose to stay for 3 nights in September directly following a long flight from the UK. It proved to be a very wise choice. Our first priority was to catch up on some sleep. The bed was one of the most comfortable that we have ever slept in. The hot tub was also very welcome. The property was spotlessly... More

My partner and I stayed during the month of May in 2011 and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. We appreciated the privacy and remoteness and also the wonderful setting, a truly romantic destination for us as busy, hard working people. We enjoyed the spa at night in a crisp autumn air (with a local wine of course!) and relaxed in... More

All the stress in your body leaves you from the moment you arrive and are greeted by Wendy and Indy (the very friendly pooch) until you have to leave (when I 'spose all the stress comes back again!). The service is great in that if there's anything you need, you know it's just a holla away, the rest of the... More