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Highlands on Homestead

Oamaru

The farm stay is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with garden views. This farm stay also has a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. able to see beautiful garden and animals (chickens, cows, alpacas and buffalo)

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9.6
Exceptional
200 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Snowberry Cottage at Lochsloy Farm Little River 4 stars

Little River

The farm stay comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a balcony with mountain views. Providing free private parking, this 4-star farm stay also features free WiFi. The property has an outdoor dining area. We were just passing through, hope to stay longer someday, looks like the property and area have a lot to offer. Cottage is very cozy.

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9
Superb
163 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

Little Red School House

Oamaru

Featuring sea, mountain and countryside views, Little Red School House offers accommodation in Five Forks, 30 minutes' drive inland from Oamaru. This rural retreat is located on a 940 hectare sheep and beef farm. Free private parking is available on site. Beautiful spot and great people! Thanks to all ☺️☺️☺️

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9.6
Exceptional
160 reviews
Price from
£103
per night

Chester Oaks B&B

West Melton

Chester Oaks B&B has pool views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in West Melton, 15 km from Orana Wildlife Park. There is a private entrance at the farm stay for the convenience of those who stay. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. One of my favorite stays so far in New Zealand. So kind hosts. Warm welcome and pampered all the time. The room is beautiful and cosy. The entire house and property is stunning. Highly recommended this Oase!

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9.6
Exceptional
104 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Silverstream Alpaca Farmstay & Tour 4 stars

Kaiapoi

Offering a barbecue, children's playground and balcony, Silverstream Alpaca Farmstay is situated 4 km from Kaiapoi and 20km from Christchurch city centre. Free WiFi and free private parking is available on site. Lovely bed and breakfast in such a serene farm setting next to a stream that too near Christchurch airport. Icing on the cake: incredibly hospitable hosts to make sure everything is perfect

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9
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
£164
per night

Hunters Moon 4 stars

Mosgiel

Hunters Moon farm stay is 1 km away from Mosgiel Racecourse. It is 2 km away from Wingatui Station. The shops and cafés of Mosgiel town centre is a short drive away.

Your farmhouse cooked breakfast includes fresh fruit, cereal, toast, yoghurt, fruit juices and free range eggs from our own hens. Tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Laundry facilities and transport to the airport are available at an additional charge. We had fun and smiled the entire time we were there! We loved everything: the people, the animals, the environment. And a quick 20 minute drive to the airport early in the morning.

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9.1
Superb
412 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Bauchops Hill Station Farmstay

Burkes Pass

Set in Burkes Pass and only 31 km from Mt. Dobson, Bauchops Hill Station Farmstay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This farm stay features a garden.

The 3-bedroom farm stay comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the farm stay. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Great place to stay with a small family. Well equipped for cooking a meal while watching the sheep. Owners are so kind and thoughtful. Top notch and so different. The scenery is beautiful!

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9.5
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

Farm Therapy

Tapawera

Situated in Tapawera in the Tasman region, Farm Therapy features a garden. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at the farm stay.

Towels and bed linen are offered in the farm stay. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. This is a very atypical place to stay - a single cottage on a sheep farm 3 km from town. But it, and the farm animals all around you are charming. Elwyn is a great host. Let her know the morning or day before your stay if you want dinner, and byob.

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9.3
Superb
50 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

Mt Barker

Wanaka

This air-conditioned farm stay comes with a seating area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a satellite flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Quiet place, fantastic view, good location and friendly host

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9.4
Superb
55 reviews
Price from
£101
per night

Bramley's Stables and Accommodation

Rangiora

This spacious farm stay will provide guests with a satellite flat-screen TV, a seating area and a CD player. The kitchen comes with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. The farm stay offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Very unique accommodation within the stables. Extremely relaxing. Horse looking in our window! Living space and bedroom first class with everything you would need.

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9.5
Exceptional
77 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

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