As your host, I offer a warm yet unobtrusive approach, ensuring you feel both welcomed and at ease, while remaining available for thoughtful recommendations or assistance whenever needed.

Experience the elegance of a heritage-listed Victorian villa designed by renowned Oamaru architect John Meggett Forrester and built in 1901 for St Paul’s Presbyterian Church. The Vicarage has been thoughtfully restored to offer a refined boutique bed and breakfast, where historic character meets modern comfort. Set one block back from the main street and surrounded by an established garden, The Vicarage offers a peaceful retreat in an exceptional, central location. Just a short stroll takes you to Oamaru’s iconic Victorian Precinct, botanical gardens, Steampunk HQ, galleries, and cafés, while St Paul’s Church remains only 300 metres away. Inside, the home features high ceilings, stained glass, and ornamental fireplaces, paired with carefully considered modern touches. Sunlight filters softly through coloured glass, and natural textures create a calm, inviting atmosphere. The elegant guest parlour provides a welcoming space to relax with a morning coffee or unwind with a drink in the evening. With just three guest rooms, each with a private ensuite, The Vicarage offers an intimate and exclusive stay. Rooms are thoughtfully appointed with luxurious beds, beautiful NZ wool blankets and hand-picked flower arrangements, creating a sense of comfort that invites you to slow down and settle in (please note: The Maple Room has a compact, well-designed ensuite). Each morning begins with a generous, continental breakfast featuring local produce, best enjoyed at a relaxed pace as you plan your day. Dietary requirements are happily accommodated, and complimentary tea, coffee, and filtered water are always available. Complimentary on-site parking (a rare convenience in such a central location) adds ease to your visit.

Steeped in history, The Vicarage also served as Glen Mavis maternity hospital for over 30 years, where generations of North Otago families began their stories. From clergy residence to maternity hospital, family home to luxury accommodation, The Vicarage has always been a place of care, comfort, and hospitality. Every guest who stays here becomes part of our continuing story. We offer a stay that is not only comfortable, but quietly memorable.