Grey Ridge Vineyard Experience

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Grey Ridge Vineyard Experience

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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
80 reviews

Grey Ridge Vineyard Experience offers accommodations in Alexandra, 24 miles from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. All rooms come with a patio with garden views. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with a wardrobe. Rooms are equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and bathrobes, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchenette. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruit, and juice are available every morning. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Queenstown Airport is 57 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
10
High score for Alexandra

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sergio
    Brazil Brazil
    “We had the best time from the moment we arrived to when we left. Sue and Paul were super friendly and welcoming—such lovely hosts. They showed us around, offered a complimentary wine tasting (which we definitely said yes to!), and then we settled...”
  • Bruce
    Australia Australia
    “Our time spent here was perfect from the moment we arrived to the time we left. We were met by our very friendly, warm, welcoming hosts Sue & Paul. After showing us around and asking if we wanted a complimentary wine tasting & tour, we settled...”
  • Calvin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “It is an operating vineyard in a rural setting. Peacefull with everybody working hard .”
  • Hpriebe
    United States United States
    “Perfect spot to experience the vineyards of the Alexandra wine region. Paul and Sue are exceptional hosts and clearly love sharing their beautiful space. Private entry and area to relax both indoor and outdoors overlooking the fields of Pinot...”
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    “Sue and Paul are very nice hosts. We chose the optional casual dinner, which was delicious, this allowed us to get to know our hosts and how they came to own and run Grey Ridge Vineyard. The wine is excellent and it was enjoyable to tour the...”
  • Judy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great location, friendly hosts who provided a private winery tour and experience as well as a delicious home cooked meal. The accommodation was exceptional.”
  • Jordan
    United States United States
    “This was our first night stay in New Zealand and we couldn't have picked a better place. Sue and Paul were the friendliest and most accommodating hosts. The room was very clean and comfortable. Our hosts offered us a tour of their vineyard, a wine...”
  • Rhys
    Australia Australia
    “The hosts were fantastic. We had a great evening with them and another vineyard owner who came to visit... We recommend this to anyone visiting Otago.....oh and the wine and dinner was great as well”
  • Sharon
    Australia Australia
    “The information and what was involved in making the wine was very informative”
  • Alexandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We had a lovely two bedroom maisonette just off of the main house. Sue and Paul were delightful hosts. We had a tour of the vineyard and a tasting. The grounds were immaculate and we were made to feel very welcome. There was a great bathtub with...”

Hosted by Paul and Sue Keast

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Paul and Sue Keast
Grey Ridge is secluded vineyard, with wide open views and room to explore - perfect for wine lovers interested in tasting, discussing and exploring the whole process from vine to wine, but also for those wanting a relaxed and beautiful space to enjoy. Peace and privacy, both indoors and outside. The gardens and the vineyard are yours to enjoy at your own pace, or just to appreciate from a comfortable spot in the house or on the terrace. All guests can enjoy a private wine tasting with the owners, and a walk-and-talk tour of the vineyard, where Paul explains anything and everything about the vineyard and vines. Share our spacious lounge, enjoy the warmth and romance of the log fire when the weather is chilly, or browse the bookshelves. Dinner with the owners, where the wine is paired with each course, is also possible if arranged in advance. The Vineyard Suite at Grey Ridge is a two bedroom haven of tranquility. It has its own little sitting room, a large bathroom with both bath and separate shower, and two spacious bedrooms. The Orchard Studio is a lovely little ensuite Studio which can accommodate 2 people in a Super-king bed, or two singles. A private patio catches the afternoon sun.
Paul and Sue are the delighted new owners of Grey Ridge Vineyard, which they purchased in 2015. Established in 2002 and 2003, the former Greylands Ridge has a history of making great wines, which is already continuing with Air NZ Wine Awards gold and silver medals in both 2016 and 2017. The views are one of the enduring joys of living on the vineyard as the mountain ridges surrounding the vineyard are a constantly changing version of grey. For 30 years before purchasing Grey Ridge, Paul and Sue lived either in New Plymouth or overseas, as Paul worked in the "Corporate Oil World". Living in four different countries for four years each time, broadened their horizons and has given them a love of adventure, and becoming vineyard owners and workers is just the latest of their life's adventures. They both love meeting guests and sharing their enjoyment of the vineyard.
Grey Ridge vineyard is a 5-10 minute drive from the small towns of Alexandra and Clyde, both of which have an interesting history of the gold-mining activities in past centuries. A very scenic drive of just over an hour takes you to Queenstown or Wanaka, the tourist and “adventure capitals of NZ”, and there are many other beautiful vineyards, Arts trails, bike trails and attractions even closer to the vineyard.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Grey Ridge Vineyard Experience
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Express check-in/out
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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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 6:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Grey Ridge Vineyard Experience