We stayed overnight for our 25th wedding anniversary, for which we wanted a really high quality experience without having to travel too far. We got what we wanted. Helen and John are teriffic hosts and provide beautiful, peaceful garden surroundings complimented by their service and facilities. The breakfast is really something to remember! More

Just returned home from a night at this beautiful retreat. It was a Xmas gift from our children and included a massage, champagne and breakfast. We highly recommend this property with its beautiful gardens, jacuzzi, beautiful rooms which are maintained to a very high standard. The brerafast was fantastic with freshly squeezed orange juice, freshly baked bread and croissants warm... More

We stayed last weekend at Rippinvale Retreat and had a lovely peaceful and relaxing time. The weekend was a surprise treat for my husband for his birthday and he was thrilled to be able to relax in this lovely spot. If you want to go to a quiet place with fantastic hosts, in luxury rooms with the extras of exquisite... More

Rippinvale was the venue for our very recent wedding (30th March 2012)... We cannot speak more highly of the beautiful settings which were just perfect for our outdoor wedding, including wonderfully decorated topairy trees, lovely archways, ponds and plenty of well kept gardens just perfect for our photos. Helen and John are the most wonderful, caring people that couldnt have... More

My third stay at Rippinvale and as is standard for Rippinvale the accomodation and service were second to none. Helen and John afforded me their usual warm welcome and right on qeue Lilly the Burmese person-cat appeared at my door shortly afterwards to welcome me back. Most of my stay was spent walking trails in the Hanmer State Forest or... More

Rippinvale Retreat is such a beautiful experience. Helen & John are such wonderful people, the ultimate hosts, who make you feel welcome and special. It is a truly unique experience, one that we think to be unbeatable in Hanmer. We visited again for our second time and it wont be our last, we'll be back in a heart beat. Helen's... More

We stayed here for 3 nights on our honeymoon, and are so glad we did! We felt very spoilt by wonderful hosts Helen & John. We were so relaxed here, it was a great place to spend the end of our trip of the South Island. The breakfasts were AMAZING! It was the little touches which make this place so... More

Very secluded awesome place for a romantic getaway. Nice garden with the jacuzzi in the middle! Helen and John, the hosts, are lovely and will spoil you! Helen's cooking is wonderfull! Little details are very pleasant. A few more Sky channels would be nice! Overall - highly recommended!!! More

My husband and I stayed at Helen and John's for four nights, exploring Hanmer Springs and the High Country beyond. We enjoyed wonderful hospitality from our hosts with delicious homemade breakfasts that set us up for the day. The garden is extensive with a tennis court and spa. Located within walking distance to town in a very quiet location. More