50 Waitapu Road, 7110 Takaka, New Zealand
#2 of 9 B&Bs and inns in Takaka
Guests' ChoiceBased on 299 B&B reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Free Wifi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: January 30, 2024
Bev
New Zealandnothing - all perfect
fabulous stay again, this time in the outside cabin, beautiful, and peaceful . Such lovely hosts, so welcoming their home is beautiful, such a lovey breakfast again ( minus my duck egg!!) The spa area is just a relaxing area and so peaceful before you retire to bed...
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
Barbara
New ZealandEverything was great
Room was well appointed, bed very comfortable. Hosts very hospitable Very interesting to meet travellers from all over the world at breakfast.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 27, 2024
Lisa
IrelandThis one is a special gem- not only good facilities, but charming and a joy to visit. Would choose to stay here anytime we are in the area and they have availability.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 15, 2024
Elena
ItalyFabulous garden, amazing spa. Hosts lovely
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: January 15, 2024
Louise
New ZealandFor a longer stay a larger room would have been comfier but I think there might be larger other rooms. It would also be nice to be in one of the rooms with garden view, ours looked out over a kind of back yard. Just small things though, we would definitely stay again.
Really lovely house and grounds and lovely chatty hosts. We enjoyed the surprisingly big spa area out the back, with 2 spa pools, sauna, and icy cold spring water pool! There was plenty of food for breakfast, with an excellent choice of cereals, home baked bread and our hosts cooked us eggs too. The deck and garden was lovely to sit and eat on. Everything was very cosy, well-decorated and very clean. The bed rooms were very comfortable but could just be a little larger, not much room for luggage if you had any, it was fine for our one night stay. The location is about a 20-25 min walk back along the road in to Takaka town, or a very short drive. Lovely countryside views out here.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 14, 2024
Miyahara
JapanTV was bad
Comfy bed, great hosts, great breakfast, fast wifi
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 14, 2024
Bev
New ZealandNothing all good
Fabulous from arriving to leaving
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 14, 2024
Debbie
New ZealandWe could not fault this property
This place was amazing! We loved our stay here and would highly recommend it. We stayed in the garden cottage which was comfortable and well equipped. When our plans changed our hosts were very flexible and accommodating, allowing our son to pitch a small tent in the garden which worked perfectly. The breakfast was exceptional and the hot tubs perfect for soaking in the evening. Highlight of our holiday… wished we could have stayed longer
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Lillian
New ZealandHaving to leave
Delicious breakfast, beautiful gardens, lovely room, welcoming hosts, excellent location, friendly cats, gorgeous spa area and a freezing pool for a fun cold plunge between spa sessions. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Matt
AustraliaEverything was great. No complaints.
The hosts are lovely. The resident cats are really lovely companions. The place is nice and cozy.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Cindy
New ZealandDidn't stay long enough to talk !
I loved the surroundings, the lovely garden and all the little surprises like the quaint little cabin around the corner with the outdoor setting. The host & hostess were very welcoming with great senses of humour. We loved the breakfast and the hot tub. Just perfect ! My husband loved the home made jam.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 20, 2023
Katherine
United KingdomNothing
The accommodation was comfortable and peaceful and had the added bonus of hot tubs to soak in the evening. The hosts were welcoming and friendly and provided an excellent breakfast.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 17, 2023
Patrina
United KingdomNothing, will definitely be back!
Loved the details of the property, the outside kitchen, and the socializing area down through to the beautifully private garden room with ensuite. Pool and cedar hot tubs overlooking the fields were beautiful. The breakfast spread was impressive, even offering creamy scrambled eggs. ( or fried if you prefer) and a gorgeous dinner room where you could chat with other guests.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 15, 2023
Carolin
SwitzerlandVery lovely couple who made our stay in their home very pleasant. Rooms were equipped with everything needed, the bathroom was big and new. Everything was decorated with detail and the garden perfect to relax in the sun. The highlight was the breakfast in the morning with selfmade bread and jam as well as their spa to relax in the evening. We truly felt like home!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 13, 2023
Dianne
New ZealandVery lovely hosts.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 4, 2023
Dyan
AustraliaThe property was very homey and the owners were very lovely. We loved the breakfast prepared by Marie.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 1, 2023
Leslie
CanadaOwners have created a friendly 'spa' atmosphere that is very welcoming, and a great respite from the twisty drives out to Takaka.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 29, 2023
Alexander
SwitzerlandBest B&B I‘ve ever stayed at. Wonderful Spa and nice hosts. Good breakfast too!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 28, 2023
Aidan
United KingdomOur stay was too short.
Everything! Great decor, great staff, great food and great facilities. CATS!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 26, 2023
Lucy
New ZealandBeautiful garden setting with hot tubs looking out. Lovely home and great hospitality.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 25, 2023
Trent
CanadaGreat breakfast, personable hosts, good amenities, not far from Takaka.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 23, 2023
Monika
New ZealandSerge and Marie are wonderful hosts who provide a clean modern home to stay in with a delicious breakfast and not to forget the Spa and Sauna to chill in at the end of the day!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 21, 2023
Vitezslava
New ZealandExcellent all around!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 17, 2023
Sarra
NetherlandsNothing! Was sad about leaving the place
Wonderful hosts and truly lovely cottage with access to spa including hot tubs, plenty of activities to do in the region and Takaka is a very unique town!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 16, 2023
Ally
New ZealandAmazing place. Fantastic facilities. Awesome hosts.
Stayed in November 2023
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