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37 km from Moeraki Boulders in Oamaru, The Old Confectionery features accommodation with access to beauty services. The property features sea and city views, and is 2.6 km from Bushy Beach. The apartment also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the apartment complex, all units include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a walk-in shower and free toiletries. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the apartment offers an indoor play area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and The Old Confectionery can arrange a bicycle rental service. Richard Pearse Airport is 97 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Oamaru

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kim
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful property and could not fault it. Love the unusual and old features. Stunning.
  • Jan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautifully furnished and spacious apartment with everything we needed for our stay. Very comfortable bed and lovely bathroom. The kitchen was well equipped. Oamaru is a quirky and fascinating town with lots to see and do. We would have liked to...
  • Sam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location - near to the water and shops & cafes. It’s also within walking distance (10 mins) to the penguin colony if that’s your thing! The apartment was well appointed with everything you need for a long or short stay and the host was...
  • Janet
    Australia Australia
    Beautifully appointed apartment in central location and within easy walking distance to the historical precinct.
  • Fred
    Taiwan Taiwan
    The location was amazing and I like the new interior of the house. All the decoration and facility meet the expected and the description. We could view the ocean from the room and just walk in 5 minutes that could reach the center of the city.
  • Warren
    Australia Australia
    Beautifully restored, Good location. Accessible. Friendly host.
  • Jacquie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely beautiful property, close to the centre of town and with everything you could possibly want. We had high expectations, having read the reviews, and we were not disappointed.
  • Shane
    Norway Norway
    Beautifully appointed and comfortable. Top quality luxury. Everything we needed and more and with a wonderful location within walking distance of the Victorian precinct. The manager was really supportive and attentive.Thanks!
  • Andrew
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I loved the decor and the old historic building it was very smart and clean. It had easy access to shops and restaurants and the penguins .
  • Michelle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The kitchen was fully equipped with everything you would need. Would be perfect for two couples travelling as each room has its own bathroom. The beds were really comfortable and the decor is beautiful.

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 Katrina Menzies

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Katrina Menzies
The Old Confectionery is a lovingly restored heritage building in the center of Oamaru; close to the penguins, historic precinct and all shops and restaurants. It has been furnished to a very high standard with quality furniture and bedding, bespoke lighting and fully equipped laundry and kitchen facilities. Walk out of the front door and within a minute or two you can be at the beach in the harbour, walking down the historic streets of the old town or in a local cafe or restaurant. Careful attention to detail has resulted in two stunning apartments available separately or together if a group booking is required. If you like to be inspired by interior design and comfortable surroundings, come and visit us at the Old Confectionery. Your photographs will catch the interest of your friends and family. Off street parking and lock up parking for bicycles with exterior security cameras and lighting make it a relaxing, luxurious place to stay.
Welcome to our beautiful, unique building in the center of Oamaru. We have spent three years restoring this old building to high levels of modern comfort and safety. We want our guests to feel welcome and relaxed and use the building as they wish. This may be to cook a family meal or prepare to go out in our beautifully appointed bedrooms and bathrooms. Soak up the ambiance of luxurious surroundings with the convenience of all Oamaru has to offer at your fingertips.
Centrally located, you can walk out the door of our building and find all the attractions of Oamaru on your doorstep. Wander down to the local brewery for lunch and look out over the harbour. Wander down the history soaked streets of the old precinct. Pop into the local shops which offer beautiful, locally and internationally made goods. Take a short drive to a winery, walk to the whisky distillery or wander round natural landmarks like the Elephant Rocks or Moeraki Boulders. There are many local producers in the area - so you can take your pick at the Farmers Market located 200m away that opens every Sunday. There are plenty of natural attractions too, go seal and penguin spotting in the harbour or walk the Coastal Track for a breath of fresh air. Wherever your interests lie, Oamaru has plenty to offer.
Languages spoken: German,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Confectionery
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

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

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Internet
Fast free WiFi 82 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.

Kitchen

  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Wellness

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Building characteristics

  • Detached

Transport

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Indoor play area
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Shops

  • Barber/beauty shop

Miscellaneous

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English

House rules
The Old Confectionery takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 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.

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

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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 50 per child, per night
Cot upon request
NZD 50 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 50 per person, 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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
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.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform The Old Confectionery 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

FAQs about The Old Confectionery