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Gunyah Country Estate

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Front of property
Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View | Terrace/patio
Executive lounge
Lobby sitting area
Economy Cottage | Private kitchen | Cleaning supplies

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Sleemans Road, Windwhistle, 7572
  • Rakaia Gorge
    13 min drive
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    24 min drive
  • Washpen Falls
    34 min drive
  • Ashburton (ASG)
    56 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Country Estate Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

Country Estate Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • 26 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Country Estate Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House | Private kitchen | Cleaning supplies

Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House

  • 99 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for The Granary at Gunyah 3 Bedroom Self-Catering Holiday House

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Granary at Gunyah 3 Bedroom Self-Catering Holiday House

  • 149 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View

Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View

  • 28 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Living area

Economy Cabin

  • 38 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Country Estate Deluxe Double Room,1 King Bed, Ensuite Mountain View

Country Estate Deluxe Double Room,1 King Bed, Ensuite Mountain View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Deluxe Double Room,1 King Bed, Ensuite Mountain View

  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Twin Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two-Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Three-Bedroom House

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Three-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Chalet

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Chalet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Queen Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Gunyah Country Estate

Edwardian guesthouse with restaurant and bar/lounge
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free guesthouse has a bar/lounge and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, dry cleaning and laundry facilities.
Gunyah Country Estate offers 8 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Gunyah Country Estate features free WiFi in public areas and self-parking, plus a restaurant. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking, extended parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine at Gunyah Estate-The Lodge, a fine-dining restaurant with garden views
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a golf driving range, archery and helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • 10 minutes by car from Hororata Golf Club and 13 minutes from Rakaia Gorge
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this guest house measures 377 square feet (35 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Gunyah Country Estate. The guest house can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Gunyah Country Estate was completed in December 2019.

This 4-star Windwhistle guest house is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Gunyah Estate-The Lodge – Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Room service is available.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 38 for adults and NZD 38 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Gunyah Estate-The Lodge

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Ecotours
  • Golf driving range
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Pro golf shop
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 377 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 12 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 66 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 80.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 38 for adults and from NZD 38 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 80.0 per night
  • High chair fee: NZD 20 per stay
  • Laundry fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Gunyah Country Estate
Gunyah Country Estate B&B Darfield
Gunyah Country Estate Darfield
Gunyah Country Estate B&B Windwhistle
Gunyah Country Estate B&B
Gunyah Country Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Country Estate Guesthouse
Gunyah Country Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Country Estate Guesthouse Windwhistle

Gunyah Country Estate Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stew

Lovely property in quiet country setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

J

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Spot but stairs, mice and flies issues.
Setting and hospitality was lovely, BUT mice running on counter in kitchen and through the ceiling during night kept us up, a lot of flies dive bombed me when trying to sleep, dead flies and mouse droppings to deal with. ALSO the steep stairs with no handrail or fall protection was a big concern and the large drop into the attic bedroom needs a step. Dining was closed as chef was away so don't count on food but kitchen setup was good. Had a nice woodstove for a fire to take the chill off and comfy sitting area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real find. Wonderful from start to finish. The three course dinner is a must! Breakfast set us up for the whole day. Lovely couple very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great to get to stay in such a peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Our springer spaniel, Alfie, loved the grounds!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old homestead in huge grounds. Quiet, tranquil setting. Our hostess was a lovely lady and the dinner and breakfast we had were above average.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and was ideal and the building offered a lot of character
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Very nice period property, with old furniture and fittings. Comfortable bed, and quiet environment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very private and most comfortable
Wonderful historic house in a gorgeous setting. Staff was most helpful and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Ok
We stayed in the house. The upstairs hall smells like cat urine. When we arrived the woman seemed like we were a bother. The gentleman was very nice and helpful in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katie, Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived at this lovely country house and were warmly welcomed by Simonetta. We were told we were the only ones staying that night and we basically had the run of the house. Our room had a lovely verandah which overlooked the gardens. Dinner was arranged for 7pm and was delicious. Pumpkin and Scallop soup, Rack of Lamb and Peaches with Ammaretti. It was a very cold night and we were very glad of the lovely fire in both the dining room and the lounge. We retired to our room fairly early as we had a busy next day. The bed was extremely comfortable and warm. Breakfast was great too. After returning home, I realised I had left my pillow and contacted Simonetta who very kindly organised to post it to me. Much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Good location
Location is good for travel..

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel with character
Very nice hotel with lots of character. Beautifully situated close to the mountains and others scenic spots. Very nice and attentive host. We has a great stay!

8/10 Good

ben, christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely quiet destination, magnificent country hous
An amazing country house sets the scene for this quiet and beautiful location. Friendly hosts, good food and a homely atmosphere make it perfect for a romantic escape.

10/10 Excellent

Donald, christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality
Very nice stay. Owner happy to help. Impeccable service

10/10 Excellent

Terry, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Above average; Value: Fair price; Service: Outstanding;

6/10 Okay

Farhad, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Liked: Cleanliness
Facilities: Basic, Everyday, Beautiful unique furnitur; Value: Average price; Service: Sufficient, Polite; Cleanliness: Pleasant, Lovely;