Waiorau Homestead

Picture perfect, full bellies and...

Liked: Location was perfect for our family holiday! We stayed for 6 nights and enjoyed snowboarding every day! Very closed to the entrance to Cardrona slopes for easy access. Close to Wanaka and all of the iconic Cardrona spots (aka the pub!!). Blythe was an amazing host, cooked up a great breaky each morning and was happy to share stories of the area and recommendations along the way!
Disliked: The other guests on our final night were loud and rowdy in the common areas past midnight...

If you have the chance...

Liked: Beautiful place to stay. Ann & Blythe are excellent people and will look after you very very well. The homestead is extremely comfortable - and the spa is amazing after a day on the slopes!

Ideal and Comfortable Accomodation for...

Liked: Waiorau Homestead was the most ideal accomodation for our stay. My partner and I were eager to snowboard and enjoy a stay close by the mountain to take advantage of the first chairlift to the last chairlift of the day. The accomodation size was ideal for us as a couple, with plenty of space for cooking. Althought delicious breakfast from farm fresh eggs, yoghurt, cereal, coffee and hot chocolate was the most exciting part of waking up knowing we had the ideal nutrition to start our active day. The bonus of having a Hot Tub to use straight after the mountain, helped with recovery and healing in time for the next days riding. The hot tub was exclusive and fit 2 people lying down comfortably. The bed was super comfortable, and the space to hang all our winter gear was superb. The hosts were fantastic. Would check in once a day to ensure we had everything we needed and then gave us the space to enjoy the place. Ideal location to Cardona Ski Field (200mtrs from the entrance to the maunga)20mins from Wanaka town if you have to goBeautiful skylights to see the abundance of stars
Disliked: n/a

A wonderful, peaceful stay in...

Liked: This is a spectacular B&B. The owner, Blythe, is wonderful (his partner Anne was away). He is knowledgeable, welcoming, and professional. The food was fantastic. The rooms are beautiful, all with high ceilings. Beautiful grounds located in an unassuming hideaway. Perfect place.
Disliked: It’s not that we didn’t like this about it, but it’s important to know that it’s really in Cardrona, not in the town of Wanaka which is an easy 20 minute drive away.

Exceptional

Fantastic hospitality in the most...

Liked: Breakfast was superb. Beautifully presented, locally sourced and great variety. The quality and quantity was incredible and set us up wonderfully for the day out. Blyth was a fantastic host and we felt very well looked after. The fire in the lounge never seemed to go out and there was a range of books to read and this, along with the beautiful view outside made it hard to leave! Our room was spacious with a super comfy bed, and we also enjoyed the spa bath. We had read other reviews so asked to dine in one night and had the most wonderful fine dining experience without having to go back out again after a busy day. We are thrilled that we chose to stay at the homestead. Thank you very much for such a special and relaxing break and sharing your special place in the valley.

Private location, Bed is amazing

Liked: location very private, super nice stay, and one of the best bed I've slept on
Disliked: None

Gorgeous property, high standards, set...

Liked: Gorgeous property! So beautifully decorated it gives the feeling of a luxurious resort. The surroundings are astonishing, with a lovely stream of water in their backyard, beautiful trees and gardening (visited during the Fall). What a dream!Modern installations, excellent shower, etc. Excellent breakfast.
Disliked: Nothing. Just perfect.

Exceptional