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Situated on a 6-acre lifestyle property, Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay offers a semi-serviced, 1-bedroom guesthouse. The sunny, detached cabin boasts farmlet views and is nestled below mature pine trees, with a well-appointed verandah and patio garden. The cottage has been newly renovated and double-glazed. You can hand feed the pet animals at the property and enjoy the morning chorus of local bird life. Snow falls in the Winter, as the property is situated 350 metres above sea level. You can also watch the night sky and star gaze. Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay is only 5 km from a supermarket, cafe and restaurants in Roslyn Village. It is a direct 10 minutes' drive to the Octagon city centre, where local tourist sites include Dunedin Railway Station. There are forest tracks nearby. Otago University is 7 km away and Forsyth Barr Stadium is 8 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Dunedin
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carly
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely and quiet, VERY comfy beds, close to Dunedin but still a rural setting. The hosts have thought of everything you may need, a wee gem.
  • Marle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very good location. Clean and comfortable. Hosts are always willing to assist with requests.
  • Jasmine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Wow what an amazing place this is! We absolutely loved our stay, and Ngaire and her family were so friendly and accommodating. Our kids loved it, we all loved the animals and can’t wait to come back !
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Ngaire & Mark and our boys

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Ngaire & Mark and our boys
The family friendly cabin features a separate bedroom with a comfortable queen bed along with a pillow menu and extra blankets. A spacious living/ dining or second sleeping area has 1 king-single bed. There is an additional single bed and brand-new double-size memory foam sofa-bed available in the lounge upon request at time of booking. Portacot or quality innerspring wool-top toddler mattress (70x130cm) can be added for free for children already included in your occupancy numbers. | The bathroom is accessed through the bedroom suitable for small families and has an Airstream shower for a refreshing rain-like escape. Packed with complimentary toiletries and extra towels. | There are limited kitchenette facilities - suitable for heating up food with a microwave, kettle and toaster. The sun-drenched secluded patio has barbeque facilities and a selection of teas, coffees, hot chocolate and milk are complementary. We encourage guests to view our extensive recommendations that list popular dine-ins to convenient takeaways. | Recharge in a private setting in the misty clouds and experience the unique and homely semi-rural lifestyle. The clean, comfortable and friendly hospitality of Height of Dunedin suits a couple or up to 5 guests. With an energy efficient air-purifying heat pump stay cosy no matter Dunedin’s weather. Keep everyone entertained with 32-inch TV, Freeview channels, Chromecast, DVD player and library, puzzles, games and book exchange.
If you book the Breakfast Included package continental breakfast provisions will be delivered prior to your arrival, ready for you to prepare at your leisure. Our Local Flavours breakfast hamper highlights Harraways flavoured oat sachet with your choice of milk, muesli bar, toast with Otago honey or homemade jam/marmalade, fresh seasonal fruit and free-range eggs from our hens. | Would you like to book a memorable farm tour with our sons Leo and Toby (12,9) with an opportunity to ask questions and have close encounters with goats, deer and chickens? (small extra charge). | You’re travelling, you’re exploring… let us do your laundry for you while you’re out making memories. | In continuing with sourcing and celebrating local ingredients for breakfast, Height of Dunedin has capitalised solar powered energy in its sustainability journey. Being environmentally efficient towels are encouraged to be reused and bed linens are serviced weekly. | We are a young couple with 2 boys. We own a lifestyle property with the additional cottage that is well-appointed for guest privacy 20 plus metres away from our home. During the weekends and summer evenings we enjoy working outside on our mini-farm, with our animals, our ever-growing lawn and never ending need for firewood.
Be amazed by the magnificent Milky Way. Catch a shooting star and the Southern Cross wonderfully clear away from city lights. | A direct 10 minutes drive to The Octagon CBD yet Height of Dunedin captures a retreat of feeling miles away. Especially close to the neighbouring forest walking tracks and the Flagstaff-Pineapple Walk with its stunning views of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula from the western hill skyline. | Halfway between Mosgiel and Dunedin, under 10 minutes drive to Moana Pool, Speights Brewery tours, Mercy Hospital, Otago University, Dunedin Botanic Gardens. | 15-minutes to Forsyth Barr Stadium. | 25-minutes to Dunedin Airport. | Local’s secret: 9-minutes drive to a short bush walk to a cascading waterfall by day and a magical glow worm wonderland after dark. | Spend a day on the Otago Peninsula exploring Larnach Castle, lunching at Glenfalloch Gardens and immersing yourself in the ‘Wildlife Capital of New Zealand’ at Taiaroa Head and the Albatross Colony. | On a rainy day Toitu Otago Settlers and Otago Museums are sure to keep young and old interested. | Take a scenic drive to Port Chalmers and walk Aramoana Mole to view sunning sea lions. Stop at Carey’s Bay Hotel for a famous seafood platter. | Make a day trip north to Victorian Oamaru and spot yellow-eyed penguins in nature or book to see the little blue penguins toddle home at dusk.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

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Facilities of Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Good free WiFi 42 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    < 1 year old
    Cot upon request
    NZD 45 per child, per night
    1 years
    Cot upon request
    NZD 45 per child, per night
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 45 per child, per night
    2 - 4 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 45 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that pets cannot be accommodated.

    Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'.

    Please note that the owners live on site.

    Due to the property's rural location, WiFi and mobile phone reception is limited.

    Please inform Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    FAQs about Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay

    • Guests staying at Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
    • The prices at Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay include:

      • Holiday Home
    • Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Tour or class about local culture
    • Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay is 3.1 miles from the centre of Dunedin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.