Waikonini Homestead

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

About this property

Historic Setting: Waikonini Homestead in Geraldine offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy garden views and parquet floors, complemented by a sun terrace and outdoor fireplace. Comfortable Accommodations: The bed and breakfast features family rooms with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and sofas. Each room includes a TV and wardrobe, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, ski storage, and full-day security. Local Activities: The property is located 30 mi from Richard Pearse Airport and offers activities such as skiing, walking tours, and hiking. Free on-site private parking is available for guests.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Amy
Malaysia Malaysia
“Breakfast was good. Nice that other guests sit at the same table. It facilitated getting to know them. The gardens around the property are beautiful! Mary we very helpful about where to go on our next stop - Christchurch. The Italian restaurant...”
Mike
Canada Canada
“Lovely restored homestead in the middle of nowhere. Very peaceful.”
Lisa
New Zealand New Zealand
“Welcoming, comfortable, beautiful example of NZ history.”
Jennifer
United States United States
“Mary was lovely. We arrived around 10:00 pm after traveling all day. She made us a dinner from eggs from her own chickens.”
Mia
United States United States
“Astonishing architecture, amazing woodwork, and the most elegant, comfortable mansion-y home I've ever seen...morning, noon & nite birdsong, roaring deer, and Mary.”
Kathy
United States United States
“The property was the Doctor Barker (pioneer earlier settlement from England). The new owner really did excellent remodeling and keeps up on it. The new owner did her best to host us, give enough information to understand her surroundings. It is...”
Veronica
Chile Chile
“It is an amazing old house. The lady and her dogs were very sweet and ready to help. She fixed a great breakfadt for us and even shared a recipe. I wish we could have stayed longer!!! i”
Claire
Taiwan Taiwan
“What a beautiful house! It’s hard to describe in words how much I love this place. It’s vintage yet so detailed, and it’s incredible to think it was built in 1882 and has been so well maintained ever since. Everything is clean and tidy, and the...”
Paula
New Zealand New Zealand
“Adequate but not plentiful breakfast. Guide to big tree.”
Mark
Australia Australia
“Beautiful old homestead with plenty of character and charm from the 1880s with a lovely host and her two dogs. Enjoyed our stay at Waikonini.”

Managed by Mary Casey

Company review score: 9.3Based on 205 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Greetings! My name is Mary Casey and I am the current owner and custodian of Waikonini Homestead! I am an energetic person who has worked in a caring role for all of my professional life. A well travelled world citizen, locally born and bred. Family focused, with an appreciation of cultural diversity and meeting people from all over the world. I have lived and worked overseas at different times during my life and have a broad-minded view of the world. I have interests in cooking, food, travel, home-decoration, sewing, gardening, simple-living, animals and friendships. I look forwd to making you feel welcome at Waikonini Homestead, be it for an afternoon visit, or for a full-week stay.

Property info

Waikonini Homestead is a seven bedroom historic home, located five minutes from the village of Peel Forest on acres of lush botanic gardens. Geraldine is 15 mins drive away. Welcoming visitors from local regions and across the world, it is a place to unwind, enjoy local food & produce and 'just be'. Wake each morning to the sound of birdsong and nature and go to bed under the clear starry skies. Find out more about Waikonini Homestead Avenues Magazine

Neighborhood info

The home was built in 1882 of timber and with a corrugated iron roof for a Mr William Barker. The architect was a Mr J.P. Pritchett of Darlington, UK. The T-shaped house has a verandah and a high, vaulted roofline, typical of its period. William Barker was one of Peel Forest's well known residents. He was an orchardist / bee-keeper and his fruits were reputed across the south island of NZ. Mr Barker also founded the Mount Peel Floral and Horticultural Society. The gardens of Waikonini are majestic and hold the original charm that was bestowed by William Barker. Atlantis Pine, Tamanian Blackwood, Oak and other varieties of tree frame the gardens. Mt Peel's famous Himalayan Lillies are mixed with Rhododendrons, Primroses, Violets and Strawberries. Even the original Pear and Apple trees are fruit-bearing today, over one hundred and twenty years since they were first established.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Waikonini Homestead

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms

House rules

Waikonini Homestead takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:00 and 07:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 8 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Waikonini Homestead is a private home. Guests will be sharing facilities with the hosts.

Meals can be provided if requested day before arrival. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please contact the property prior to arrival if you expect to arrive before 14:00 or after 22:00.

Guests will be asked to provide covid vaccination passport on arrival.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Waikonini Homestead 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 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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