New Zealand Farm Stay, Home Stay, Farm Holidays & Farm Vacations, Rural Holidays NZ Ltd

Region	Location	Code	Details	Key Info One	Key Info Two	Position	Testimonial	Testimonial Author
Auckland	Clevedon	RH506	(25km) Country stay, sheep, deer and cattle. Situated at Clevedon south of city in rural area. Host interests: Game hunting, fishing, photography, travel, reading, cooking. Please note: 2 night stay minimum	G1 Premium rates apply, 2 night stay minimum applies	1 Queen - Guest bathroom 1 Twin - En suite bathroom Maxiumum guests: 4	03
Waikato Waitomo	Te Awamutu	RH534	Country stay, at one of New Zealand's hidden trout fishing streams that flows through the property. Hosts interests include river fishing, music	G2	1 Queen - Shared guest bathrooms. 2 King single - Shared guest bathrooms. Maximum guests: 4	10	Trout fishing heaven! Warm comfortable home and hospitality to match, would stay again.	Recent visitors from Canada.
Waikato Waitomo	Cambridge	RH523	(5 km) Farm stay, sheep, beef cattle & dairy support. Handy to state highway 1, near Lake Karapiro. Excellant views over a wide area. Host interests: Fishing, boating, gardening, family and woodwork.	G1	1 Queen - Shared guest bathrooms. 1 Double - Shared guest bathrooms. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathrooms. Maximum guests: 6	03	Food was delightful. Host was very generous with time/information.	Karen & Charlie, USA
Waikato Waitomo	Cambridge	RH528	(12km) Farm stay, organic dairy, handy to State Highway 1. Host interests: Family, skiing, outdoors, gardening.	G1	2 Twin - Guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	04	They took us to a milking stall that milks 800 cows twice a day. We had such a wonderful time, the family was so fun and friendly. They totally extended everything to us.	Robert & Becky, Portland, USA
Waikato Waitomo	Matamata	RH516	(8km) Farm stay, sheep, cattle, calves and maize cropping. Near to Hobbition Movie set used in the filming of the Lord of Rings. Host interests: Gardening, horse racing and family.	G2	1 King (converts to twin) - Shared guest bathrooms. 1 Queen - Shared guest bathrooms. 2 Twin - Shared guest bathrooms. Maximum guests: 8	8	Very warm and friendly. Watching them work the lambs was fun. The lamb and vegetables were excellent.	Adam & Claudia, Portland, USA
Bay of Plenty	Katikati	RH520	(Tauranga 35 km) Farm stay, sheep and cattle, handy to kiwi fruit orchards, close state highway 2, 35 kms from Tauranga. Magnificent views on edge of the harbour. Hosts interests: Music, literature, the arts, golf, gardening.	G2	1 Queen/Single - Shared guest bathroom. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	04	"Warm hospitable couple. Couldn't have been better. GREAT EXPERIENCE"	D. DeStephanis, Ontario, Canada
Rotorua And Taupo	Rotorua	RH549	(10 km) Farm stay, cattle and sheep. Close to Lake Rotorua. Handy to state highway 5. Hosts interests: Horse racing and breeding, biking, golf, travel, tennis, walking Please note: minimum 4 adults per night booking	G2	1 Queen - Shared guest bathrooms. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	01
Rotorua And Taupo	Rotorua Bed & Breakfast	RH551	(5/10 min of city centre) home stay. Host interests: rugby, gardening, travel. Handy to all major geothermal, Maori culture attractions.	G1	1 Queen - separate guest bathroom. 1 Twin - seprate guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	03
Manawatu	Whanganui	RH548	(Whanganui 15 min drive, Waverley 12km) Farm stay, sheep, cattle and pigs. Extensive garden covers 4 acres with a lake. Host interests: Conservation, gardening, antiques.	G2	1 Queen - En suite bathroom. 2 Twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	01	Enjoyable stay, Food And Farm tour.	Henry and Maria, Sydney, Australia
Manawatu	Fielding	RH555	(16 km) Farm stay, sheep, deer, grazing dairy cows. Handy to state highway 1. Host interests: Flying, sailing and gardening.	G2 - elegant country home, extensive garden	1 Queen - En suite bathroom. 2 Double (single available) - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 7	02	Wonderful dinner, and Hospitality.	Gemma, Adelaide, Australia
Wairarapa	Masterton	RH557	(3 km) Country stay, sheep, handy to state highway 2 and town centre. Host interests: Restoring antiques, clock, farm machinery and gardening.	G2, built 1880	1 King - En suite bathroom. 2 Queen - Shared guest bathrooms. 1 Double - Shared guest bathrooms. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathrooms. Maximum guests: 10	02	Old world charm, Welcome made for a most enjoyable stay.	Richard and Greer, Auckland NZ
Marlborough	Blenheim	RH018	(7 km, Picton ferry 15 min) Country stay, vineyard growing Sauvignon Blanc grapes, also grazing sheep during winter months. Centre of national award winning vineyards. Host interests: Rugby, most sport, competitive ploughing, gardening, music, travel.	G1	2 Double - Shared guest bathroom. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	01	"The meals were incredible. We were able to take part in the daily activities of the farm. Wonderful hosts, we were so lucky to stay with them"	Amy and Tom Holloway, Denver, USA
West Coast	Hokitika	RH034	(5 min) Country stay, situated Kaniere, over looking Hokitika River, native bush walks. Host interests: Rugby, current affairs, gardening, cooking and travel.	G1	1 queen - En suite bathroom. 1 twin - Guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	02	"Made us feel right at home, hosts happy to explain aspects of New Zealand life. We loved it!"	Jim and Anne Stubbs, Florida, USA
Canterbury	Rangiora	RH023	(6 km, Christchurch 30 km) Farm stay, sheep and dairy. Host interests: Rugby, sport, movies, reading and travel.	G1	1 Super king - Seperate guest bathrooms. 1 Double - Seperate guest bathrooms. 1 Double - Seperate guest bathrooms. 1 Single - Seperate guest bathrooms. Maximum guests: 7	02	Very warm and friendly.Watching them work the lambs was fun. The fresh lamb and vegetables were excelent.	Adam & Claudia, Portland, USA
Canterbury	Christchurch	RH211	Eco friendly home stay 10/15 mins walk from the central city in leafy up market Merivale, short walk from the Avon river, Hagley park and Botanic gardens. Hosts Interests: Tramping, travel, photography, garden, bridge, skiing.	G1- 2 level home.	Two Queen. One Twin. All rooms share separate guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	07	Ideal base to explore central city from.	Recent visitors from the US.
Canterbury	Christchurch	RH246	(5 min to airport, 10 min to central city) Home stay in upmarket Fendalton. Host interests: Outdoors, fishing, hiking, garden.	G1- 2 level home	1 Double - Shared guest bathroom. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	08	They served a New Zealand style dinner and dessert with a nice New Zealand wine.	Brad & Cindy, Prineville, USA
Canterbury	Akaroa	RH170	(20 min) Farm stay, with sheep and cattle situated picturesque Okains Bay. Local sandy beach, Maori and Colonial history. Host interests: Scuba diving, conservation, sport, wood turning, bridge and gardening.	G2 - Villa - Premium rates apply to this property.	1 Queen/Single - En suite bathroom. 1 Queen/Single - Private guest bathroom. 1 Queen - Shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 8	09	Spacious rooms, Great views, Excellent food.	Paul and Maria, Holland
Canterbury	Mt Somers	RH017	(45 min inland from Ashburton) Farm stay, rolling hill country sheep, beef cattle and deer. Hosts interests: Golf, politics, history, art, culture, cooking, food and wine.	G1	2 Queen - Shared guest bathroom. 1 twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	16	Had his dogs herd sheep from the field to paddock to sheering shed and shaved a sheep wow!	John & Nicki, WA, USA
Canterbury	Ashburton	RH157	(7 km) Farm stay, grazing sheep, alpacas, with access to other local farms including dairy. Host interests: Golf, skiing, weaving, arts and crafts, gardening, travel.	G1	1 Queen plus single - Shared guest bathrooms. 3 Twin - Shared guest bathrooms. Maximum guests: 9	11	Treated us as visiting friends - not just paying guests. Could not ask for anything better - Lovley room, Delicious food, delightful hosts.	Derek & Wendy, Geraldton, WA
Canterbury	Ashburton	RH039	(16 km) Farm stay, handy to State Highway 1, sheep, beef cattle, goats, free range hens Hosts interests: music, reading, gardening.	G1	1 Queen - Seperate guest bathroom. 2 Twin - Seperate guest bathroom Maximum guests: 6	12	Extensive farm tour, Warm hospitality, Wish we could have stayed longer!.	Tan Family, Taiwan
Aorangi Mackenzie	Geraldine	RH035	(13 km) farm stay, sheep and cattle, handy highway 79 the main route between Geraldine and Fairlie, local attractions including Barkers Fruit Processors, cheese factory, vineyard, all close by Host interests: Sport, water skiing, boating, reading, music, gardening, cooking.	G1	1 Super king - seperate shared bathroom. 1 Queen - seperate shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	01	Tour of farm and garden, gave a family history, made us feel right at home.	Recent visitors from the UK
Aorangi Mackenzie	Fairlie	RH037	(25km) Country stay, sheep and lambs, deer, pigs, free range hens Hosts interests: Gardening, travel, photography and catering.	G2, large spacious historic 2 level villa/homestead	4 Queen - En suite bathrooms. 2 Twin - En suite bathrooms. 1 Single - En suite bathroom. Maximum guests: 13	05	Exceeded our expectations, would recomend to others considering a stay in the country.	Recent visitors from USA
Aorangi Mackenzie	Fairlie	RH038	(5 mins) Farm stay, rolling country sheep, deer and cattle. Host interests: Boating, fishing, sport (especially rugby), gardening, tramping and family.	G1	1 Double - Shared guest bathroom. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	06	New home, Great food, Farm tour.	Recent visitors from Malaysia
Otago	Kurow	RH133	(15 km, 60 km inland from Oamaru) Farm stay, rolling hill country merino sheep and beef cattle, handy state highway 83, Local wineries, fishing rivers (guide available), and nearby hydro lakes. Horse trekking and tramping on farm. Host interests: Sport, music, gardening, reading, travel, family.	G2	1 Queen - En suite bathroom. 2 Double - Shared guest bathroom. 2 Twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 10	02	"Should be made compulsory to meet fellow travellers and hosts."	John & Lorraine Hancock, NSW, Australia
Otago	Oamaru	RH33	(6km) Country stay with sheep, beef cattle, calves and alpaca. Handy to historic town attractions. Hosts interests: Gardening, cooking/preserving, wood working, bush walking.	G1	2 King (both convert to twin/2 singles) - Seperate shared bathroom. 1 Queen - Seperate shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	03	Great Food, Beautiful stay.	Penny, Auckland NZ
Central Otago	Cromwell	RH011	(10 km) High country farm Merino sheep and cattle farm stay, handy state highway 6 and Lake Dunstan, local vineyards. Host interests: Squash, tennis, rugby, cooking, card and board games.	G2	1 King - Seperate guest bathrooms. 1 Queen - Seperate guest bathrooms. 1 Twin - Seperate guest bathrooms. Maximum guests: 6	01	"A most welcoming family who were caring and very thoughtful to make the stay an excellant experince"	Wendy William, Victoria, Australia
Southland	Gore	RH050	(6 km) Farm stay, rolling to steep country, sheep and beef cattle, also horses. Host interests: Hunting, skiing, reading, travel, family.	G2	2 Queen - Seperate shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	01	Homley and comfortable, Perfect stopover between Dunedin and Te Anau	Lutz and Rachel, Brisbane, Australia
Southland	Gore	RH061	(17km) Country farm stay, sheep, beef cattle and dairy cows. Host interests: Sheep genetics, sport, nursing, cooking, church.	G1	1 Queen - Seperate shared bathroom. 1 Twin - Seperate shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	02	Vast farm property, Warm home and welcome.	Hans and Maria, Holland
Canterbury	Sheffield	RH43	(5 min, Darfield 15 km, Christchurch 50 min) Country stay with a few sheep, with access to local deer, and dairy farms handy state highway 73. Outstanding views of the nearby Southern Alps mountain range, handy golf course, fishing rivers and high country lakes. Host interests: rugby, politics, art, tennis, golf and travel.	G1	1 Double - Seperate guest bathroom. 1 Twin - Seperate guest bathroom. 1 Single - Seperate guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 5	05	Bill took us to see a deer farm, a sheep farm, lawn bowling - all of which gave us a real flavor for life in farm areas. Their alpacas were delightful.	Reese & Stan, New York, USA
Otago	Dunedin	RH119	(12 km) Country stay on edge of city, sheep and hens. Hosts interests: tramping, orienteering, cycling and culture exchange.	G1	1 Queen - Seperate guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 2	04	What a wonderful way to spend our first night in New Zealand.	John, Germany
Nelson	Motueka	RH177	(15 km) Farm stay, sheep, beef cattle, also growing calla lilies. Host interests: rugby, fishing, reading, movies, sport.	G1, SC unit	2 Double rooms - Shared bathrooms. Maximum guests: 4	03
Waikato Waitomo	Matamata	RH518	(10 km) Country home stay grazing cattle, free range hens. Access also available to view local sheep and dairy farms. Handy to Hobbiton movie set . Host interests: Computers, gardening, outdoors.	G1	2 Queen - Seperate guest bathroom. 2 twin - Shared guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 8	06
Bay of Plenty	Whakatane	RH532	(30km) Country stay surrounded by sheep, deer, beef cattle farms. Situated close to unspoiled Mimiha beach - swimming, sea fishing, Maori history. Host intrests: sport, rugby, country music, musical theatre, gardening, cooking, travel.	G1	1 Queen - En suite bathroom. 1 King (converts to twin) - En suite bathroom. Maximum guests: 4	03
Aorangi Mackenzie	Fairlie	RH93	(10km) Farm stay, rolling country sheep, cattle and crops. Excellent mountain views Host interests: Machinery, tractors, gardening, interior design, scrap booking, community activities.	G2 Former school house, fully renovated.	1 Queen - Seperate guest bathroom. 2 Twin - Seperate guest bathroom. 1 single - separate guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 7 Also self contained cottage 2 queen-separate shared guest bathroom 1 twin-separate shared quest bathroom Maximum guests: 6	07	Congenial hosts and simply delightful garden and accommodation.	Recent visitors from Australia.
Otago	Mosgiel	RH121	(4km) Country home stay, sheep. Host intrests: Former Sheeep and cattle farmers, classic cars (mini), vintage car club members, fishing, gardening, all sports.	G1	2 Queen - Seperate shared bathroom. 1 Twin - Seperate shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	05	We had a great one night stay, warm and engaging hosts, comfortable new accommodation, highly recommended.	Jean and Peter, UK
Nelson	Dovedale	RH168	(50km South west) Farm stay, rolling country sheep, cattle and horses. Handy to Motueka river, trout fishing and wineries. Host Intrests: Game hunting, fishing, cycling, martial arts, wood working, carpentry, proforming arts. Languages spoken: German, French, Maori.	G1	1 King (converts to twin beds) En suite bathroom. 1 Twin - Seperate shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 4		Very good, felt most welcome, informative about how the farm operated, we felt like part of the family.	David and Elizabeth, MD, USA
Canterbury	Ashburton	RH111	(7km) Farm stay with Deer. Host Interests: Gardening, salmon fishing, golf, tramping.	G2	Two Twin - Separate shared guest bathroom. One Triple - Seperate shared guest bathroom.	10	Long time deer farmers, woodland garden to explore, relaxed stay.	Heng party, China.
Waikato Waitomo	Oparau	RH538	(60 km via state highway 31 from Waitomo caves, 39 km west ofTe Awamutu) Rolling hill country farm stay with sheep and cattle. Close to the hot water beach. Host Interests: Gardening, interior decorating, care giver.	G2	1 queen and 1 single bed - Separate shared guest only bathroom 1 super king, can be twin - Separate shared guest bathroom Maximum number of guests: 4	08	A little peace of heaven, well worth the drive, a real working farm!	Guests from Germany
Wairarapa	Martinborough	RH543	(3km, Masterton 40km) Flat to rolling hill country farm stay with sheep and cattle station. Handy to award winning vine yards. Hosts Interests: Tennis, Squash, Skiing, Boating, Art, Food and Wine, Interior design, Gardening, Reading, Travel.	G2	2 Queen - Separate guest bathroom. 1 King/twin- Separate guest bathroom. Maximum Guests: 6 Note: minimum 4 guests any one booking		A true blue high country experience, with close access to the areas local actractions.	Recent guests from UK
Canterbury	Aylesbury	RH24	(30 mins drive west of Christchurch via state highway 73) Farm stay with highland cattle, miniature horses, surrounded by sheep farms. Hosts interests: Aviation, sport, golf, extensive garden.	G1 Premium Rates Apply	2 Queen - En suit bathroom . 1 double - Shared bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	03	Hosts treated us to awesome three course dinner.	USA visitors
Auckland	Warkworth B & B	RH510	(3 Min) Country home stay, situated on the edge of the historic township, with sheep and cows as neighbours and views over the local estuary. Handy to cafe's, vineyards, potteries, antique and craft shops.	G1	1 Queen - En Suite Bathroom 1 Twin - En Suite Bathroom Maximum Guests: 4	2	Peaceful environment only 45 minute drive from Auckland.	Recent NZ visitors.
Rotorua And Taupo	Rotorua	RH568	Home stay with views high up overlooking the lake and city, NZ's only natural geyser. Hosts Interests: Golf, current affairs, writing, antiques, theater and the arts.	G2	1 Queen - Separate guest bathroom. 1 Twin - Separate guest bathroom. Maximum Guests: 4		An unexpected delight in new zealand's thermal capital. Hosts extensive local knowledge was a bonus.	Guests from Australia.
Otago	Lawrence	RH124	(5 min) Farm stay, rolling country seep and beef cattle, 1 hour from Dunedin on central route to Queenstown and Wanaka. Situated handy to Clutha Gold cycling trail. Hosts interests: speciality sheep breeds, garden, music, reading	G2	2 Double - Separate shared guest bathroom Maximum Guests: 4		Fantastic stay in a 100 year old renovated character home, Highly recommended.	Recent visitors from Australia.
Waikato Waitomo	Te Awamutu	RH 512	(15 min from and handy to state highway 3 and Waitomo Caves) Country stay with sheep, gypsy cob horses and calves Hosts Interests: farm machinery, cars, rugby, horse racing	G1	1 King Bed with King Single - Shared separate guest bathroom. 1 King Single - Shared separate guest bathroom. 1 Queen - Shared separate guest bathroom. SC unit with 1 queen Maximum guests: 8	05
Aorangi Mackenzie	Fairlie	RH12	(3 km) handy to state highway 8, country stay, rolling hill country sheep Hosts Interests: game hunting, fishing, photography, travel	G1 extensive mountain views	3 Queen - Separate guest only bathrooms Maximum guests: 6	8
Aorangi Mackenzie	Fairlie	RH20	(13 km) farm stay, large sheep, beef cattle and cropping property. Host Interests: community activities, travel, photography, gardening, motor and watersports	mountain & lake views	3 queen (Two beds that convert to twin). All rooms share separate guest only bathroom, Maximum guests: 6	7	Ideal stop over base on the Christchurch to Queenstown route	Recent German visitors
Manawatu	Palmerston North	RH546	Farm stay with beef cattle, sheep, free range hens. , Hosts interests: Sport, travel, photography, edible plants, tramping.	G1	1 Queen 1 Single Guest Bathroom Maximum guests: 3		Ideal stop over base on the Rotoura to Wellington route.	Recent British guests.
Waikato Waitomo	Pirongia	RH537	(Te Awamutu 12km) Country stay, some sheep, free range hens. Hosts Interests: Veterinarian, cycling, baking, knitting.	G1	Room One: 2 King Singles. Room Two: 3 King Singles Maximum guests: 5	6	Ideal base to explore the local Waitomo caves and other Waikato regional attractions.	Recent German Visitors
Waikato Waitomo	Matamata	RH519	Country stay, surrounded by dairy and sheep farms. Hosts interests: Architecture, gardening, boating, making preserves from own garden produce.	G2, Converted former school house.	2 Rooms - Both with queen bed and single. Separate guest bathroom. Maximum guests: 6	7	Ideal base to explore nearby Hobbiton and other Waikato regional attractions.	Recent US visitors.
Aorangi Mackenzie	Fairlie	RH13	(20 km) farm stay, rolling country sheep and cattle Hosts Interests: Community work, garden, family cooking	G1	5 Rooms. 4 Super king/twin and queen rooms with en suite. Maximum Guests: 8 plus		Guided tour around the farm, lovely dinner, very social stay!	Recent Visitors from Germany.
Canterbury	Ashburton	RH02	Country home stay with sheep. Hosts interests: Sport, vintage machinery, classic cars, craft work, gardening, reading.	G1, Extensive garden	3 Rooms. 1 Large family room with 1 king, 1 single, with bathroom. 1 King - Shared guest bathroom. 1 Queen - Shared guest bathroom.	14	Close to the town of Ashburton, lovely dinner, very social.	Recent visitors from China
Canterbury	Staveley	RH08	Country home stay near the base of the Canterbury plains. Mountain views surrounded by farms. Hosts interests: Crop and industry, nursing, rugby, golf, fishing, gardening, reading.	G1, Extensive garden and mountain views.	1 Queen - Shared guest bathroom. 1 Twin - Shared guest bathroom.	15	Took good care of us, even showed us around the local area which was a bonus, would recommend.	Recent visitors from Sweden.
Aorangi Mackenzie	Fairlie	RH25	(5 km) Farm stay, flat to rolling hill country. sheep, cattle and deer Hosts: Gardening, reading, movies.	G2, Extensive garden and mountain views.	2 Rooms. 2 Queen. 1 Single. All rooms share guest only bathroom and separate toilet. Maximum guests: 5		Lovely dinner, farm tour, conversation, would recommend.	Recent visitors from Germany
Waikato Waitomo	Hamilton	RH508	Country home stay, beef cattle and horses (not for riding) chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits. Hosts Interests: Fishing, boating, equestrian events.	G1, Extensive garden, Swimming pool.	5 Guest Rooms. 2 Queen. 2 Queen - 1 Single. 1 Double - 1 Single. All rooms share guest only bathroom and separate toilets.	02	Lovley dinner, conversation. Would recommend.	Recent visitors from China
Waikato Waitomo	Ohaupo	RH507	Close to Waitomo Caves and Hamilton, country home stay with beef cattle and horses (not for riding). Hosts Interests: Volunteer work, Natural health, Organic gardening, travel.	G1	1 King 1 Queen Separate guest bathroom.