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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. Self contained. Nicely appointed. Beautiful setting that added another dimension to your holiday. Close to town. Picturesque location.

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9.7
Exceptional
211 reviews

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. Quiet, serene location. Cute funky cottage with loft sleeping area, easy to manage stairs to the loft. Resident cat made herself comfortable. :) Got to feed the sheep by hand. Very engaging and welcoming hosts.

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9.2
Superb
166 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Little Red School House

Oamaru

Little Red School House is a recently renovated farm stay in Oamaru, where guests can make the most of its open-air bath and garden. This property offers access to a patio, a pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. Very unique, such a special spot. So worth the drive. Attentive host Nic was lovely, chickens greeted us outside in the morning. Think we also had a late night visit on the roof from a resident possum!

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9.8
Exceptional
176 reviews
Price from
£109
per night

Chester Oaks B&B

West Melton

Situated in West Melton and only 15 km from Orana Wildlife Park, Chester Oaks B&B features accommodation with pool views, free WiFi and free private parking. 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. Michael and Jasmine are totally friendly and lovely people. The house with the huge garden is amazing. It is so peaceful when the birds sing and the water flows. We booked a dinner and it was delicous. Jasmine is really great at cooking and we got an overwhelming breakfast. They fulfilled everything we have asked for. It was a really great stay and we absolutely recommend it!

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9.6
Exceptional
126 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Hunters Moon 4 stars

Mosgiel

Located just 15 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, Hunters Moon offers accommodation in Mosgiel with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen. The property features lake and garden views, and is 15 km from Taieri Gorge Railway. The farm stay also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Great tucked away location but close to family and friends, clean and tidy, amazing, friendly staff

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9
Superb
395 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

River Song Retreat Golden Bay

Takaka

Set in Takaka, River Song Retreat Golden Bay offers accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. When staying at the farm stay, guests can use private entrance. The location was ideal for a peaceful retreat from our busy lives. The surroundings are very beautiful - lots of open green spaces, hammock under the fruit trees, birdsong, clean air, babbling brook to enjoy. Loved the creative touches in the house truck, the shower unit and communal kitchen. Our host and extended family were very warm and welcoming. Can't wait to book in again.

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9.5
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Fantail at Bluestone Retreat

Leeston

Providing mountain views, this farm stay also offers a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge, as well as 1 bathroom with a hot tub and bathrobes. The property has an outdoor dining area. Really beautiful cottage - excellent use of the small space. Everything was top quality. We loved it.

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9.5
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Danseys Pass Lavender Farm

Tokarahi

Featuring a spa bath, Danseys Pass Lavender Farm is located in Tokarahi. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The farm stay has an outdoor fireplace and a sauna. Beautiful peaceful remote location. The Lavender beds greet you as you enter the gates, quite magnificent. Cabin fully equipped , very pretty and comfortable. Set in a lovely garden with fruit trees and Mountain views. Outdoor hot tub and sauna. Hosts really helpful and welcoming. Slept really well. Amazing experience, would have loved to stay longer.

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9.8
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
£127
per night

Bauchops Hill Station Farmstay

Burkes Pass

Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Bauchops Hill Station Farmstay is set in Burkes Pass, 31 km from Mt. Dobson. The farm stay offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Very quiet and calm location, best place for digital detox! The cottage was very comfortable, warm and cozy. The hosts were so welcoming and friendly and most importantly very helpful. The 4WD farm tour is must-do, the views you’ll never get to see.

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9.1
Superb
33 reviews
Price from
£170
per night

White Caps Kaikoura Farmstay

Kaikoura

White Caps Kaikoura Farmstay is set in Kaikoura. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

The spacious farm stay is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the farm stay. The property has an outdoor dining area. The house is in a quiet landscape with surrounding grassland with cows, sheep, rabbits. Aspects that really stand out include the views- the mountains behind the house, the sun rising over the ocean in front of the house, and the house itself, which is large, with an upstairs loft bedroom and very comfortable living room downstairs. Indigo has furnished and decorated it beautifully. We really enjoyed her friendly hospitality. Kaikoura is nearby with fine walks and restaurants.

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9.6
Exceptional
62 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

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