Historic Shearers Quarters

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.3

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Historic Shearers Quarters in Ruahine offers a farm stay experience with private check-in and check-out services. Guests enjoy mountain views, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen. Outdoor Spaces: The property features an outdoor seating area, picnic area, and bicycle parking. Free on-site private parking is available for convenience. Local Attractions: Located 56 mi from Palmerston North International Airport, the farm stay is ideal for nature trips. Nearby attractions include fishing and scenic landmarks. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the quietness of the area, the convenience for nature trips, and the friendly host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Kim
New Zealand New Zealand
“The Historic Shearers Quarters was like staying in a little museum but with a few modern things to make life easy.”
Glenda
New Zealand New Zealand
“Quaint hut, a trip back in time. Fresh flowers were a lovely touch.”
Leith
Australia Australia
“Such a lovely unit in rural New Zealand! Cozy and comfortable, and a unique stop on the way to Wellington. We loved how much thought and love had gone into decorating and restoring this historic property. The surrounding countryside is just...”
Marcellus
New Zealand New Zealand
“Everything its really wall dun & very cool place to stay & we will definitely be making plans to stay again”
Mike
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great facilities, heaps of space to cook and play cards and board games. Comfy beds. Cool setting.”
Anne
New Zealand New Zealand
“Loved the renovated historic shearers’ quarters. Had almost everything we needed in our quarters & what we didn’t have was easily accessible in the nearby main building. Kitchen was well equipped in keeping with the period”
Celia
New Zealand New Zealand
“The ambience and attention to detail ensured a relaxing and comfortable stay”
Karleen
New Zealand New Zealand
“Loved the remoteness & the genuine country feel. Peaceful sitting watching hawkes float on the wind. Facilities were perfect. Bottle of milk was helpful for the coffee in the morning. Arrival instructions were perfect.”
Jan
New Zealand New Zealand
“The history and the homeliness. Felt very welcoming from the first step inside. Xmas decoration on stove mantle was a lovely touch as it was Xmas day. Fresh flowers in vase on kitchen table.”
Sue
Australia Australia
“Off the main track on a working sheep farm the shearer’s quarters are a look back in time. 3 rooms with the bedroom and kitchen/dining internally connected then next door is the bathroom and toilet. Bunches of fresh flowers in each room.”

Hosted by Allan and Alex

9.3
Host Review Score
Allan and Alex
BYGONE NOSTALGIA. The Historic Shearers Quarters are situated on a working farm in the Kawhatau Valley 12km from SH1. Put your feet up, light the old shacklock stove, and enjoy peace and quiet- all while only 10 mins from the superb Dukes Roadhouse Cafe. Over 120 years old, the HSQ's were originally used as accommodation for Shearers and their cook whilst the shearing was on. Now beautifully restored, come and experience a slice of New Zealand history by staying with us. Please note this is a Historic Shearer's Quarters. If you have mobility issues there are no ramps only steps. The Scrubcutters Hut is a separate building and you will have to walk into another building, with steps, which houses the bathroom/kitchen and dining area.
Allan and Alex run the Historic Shearers Quarters, and run Carteroni- the home of the Lancia 037 Recreation. Motorsport and equestrian fill their time, along with their two beautiful daughters. Our business is based on a working farm which raises sheep and beef on some of the North Island's finest hill country.
The Kawhatau Valley is not only incredibly scenic but also diverse with a accumulation of many different business enterprises. A long with sheep and beef farms, the Kawhatau Valley is also home to an asparagus farm, fruit orchard and endurance horse stud. An idyllic fishing river, with many tributaries that are available to fish. We have access to a DOC reserve through private land for hunting use. We are 75mins from Tūroa ski field. Plenty of mountain biking options available.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Historic Shearers Quarters

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib always available
NZD 35 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 2:00 PM and 10:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Historic Shearers Quarters of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 14:00:00 and 10:00:00.

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