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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. The accommodations were lovely and well appointed, and the location was perfect for accessing the attractions and restaurants of Oamaru.

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9.6
Exceptional
210 reviews
Price from
$105
per night

Snowberry Cottage at Lochsloy Farm Little River

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. No I provided my own meal. Owner made cookies which was thoughtful.

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9
Wonderful
161 reviews
Price from
$85
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. Great self-serve breakfast!! Beautiful location! Very nice owner!! Very cute place!!!

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9.6
Exceptional
172 reviews
Price from
$136
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. 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
120 reviews
Price from
$102
per night

Silverstream Alpaca Farmstay & Tour

Kaiapoi

Boasting garden views, Silverstream Alpaca Farmstay & Tour offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 19 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. This 4-star farm stay offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen. The farm stay also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Beautiful design room well equipped the farm garden amazing, the owner took us to see the alpacas

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9
Wonderful
119 reviews
Price from
$198
per night

Hunters Moon

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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9.1
Wonderful
398 reviews
Price from
$88
per night

Mælstrøm End Eco Farmstay

Puponga

Set in Puponga in the Tasman region, Mælstrøm End Eco Farmstay has a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

Guests at the farm stay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Puponga, like snorkelling, fishing and hiking. This little cabin is nestled in paradise! Sea and Karl and their menagerie of animals are a delight! I loved the luscious decor and I woke every morning to coffee and glorious views out over old man rock. Sea and Karl were full of great information about day trips to local spots, and friendly lovely hosts. I’ll 100% be back again! The staff were also excellent and went above and beyond to make my stay a pleasure.

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9.5
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
$50
per night

River Song Retreat Golden Bay

Onekaka

Set in Onekaka, 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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9.9
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
$82
per night

Springfield Cabin

Springfield

Located in Springfield in the Canterbury region, Springfield Cabin has a garden. With free private parking, the property is 33 km from Porters and 46 km from Broken River Ski Field. The property is non-smoking and is situated 49 km from Craigieburn.

Towels and bed linen are available in the farm stay. The property offers mountain views.

The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 56 km from the farm stay. Extremely unique accomodation. A lot of thought and detail has gone into the property. A must do if you like quirky accomodation.

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9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$88
per night

Fantail at Bluestone Retreat

Leeston

Located in Leeston and only 44 km from Christchurch Railway Station, Fantail at Bluestone Retreat provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden and quiet street views, and is 46 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. The farm stay has a terrace and a hot tub. The uniqueness and well thought of little things such as a wee hair ties draw, wireless phone chargers on either side of the bed, plushy robs and umbrella. Everything you need is there and even things you don’t think of packing until you need them. Thankyou so much for providing a serene space.

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9.6
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
$71
per night

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