Gunyah Country Estate

4.0 star property
Upscale guesthouse with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Gunyah Country Estate

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Front of property
Porch
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior detail
Bathroom

Overview of Gunyah Country Estate

9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is RM 604
Price available on 01/04/2024

Explore the area

Sleemans Road, Windwhistle, 7572
  • Popular LocationPrime Foods Nz10 min drive
  • Popular LocationHororata Golf Club10 min drive
  • Popular LocationRakaia Gorge13 min drive
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)54 min drive
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Room options

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Washing machine
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Washing machine
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House

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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
  • 99 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

The Granary at Gunyah 3 Bedroom Self-Catering Holiday House

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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
  • 149 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Washing machine
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Economy Cabin

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Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
  • 38 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Washing machine
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Windwhistle

Located in Windwhistle, Gunyah Country Estate is in a rural area and on a river. Hororata Golf Club and Rakaia Gorge Walkway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. Travelling with kids? Consider Waimak Alpine Jet and Salmon World. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Rakaia Gorge - 13 min drive
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 24 min drive
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 24 min drive
  • Washpen Falls - 34 min drive
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Prime Foods Nz - 10 min drive

About this property

Gunyah Country Estate

Upscale family-friendly guest house by the river, rejuvenated in 2019
Consider a stay at Gunyah Country Estate and take advantage of 18 holes of golf, a terrace and a garden. Get out on the links at this guest house and enjoy amenities such as a driving range and a golf pro shop. The on-site local cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Gunyah Estate-The Lodge, features garden views and al fresco dining. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), meeting rooms and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and room service.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Private gardens and heating

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–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 holes of golf
  • Arcade/game room
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - December 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Room service

Outdoor space

  • Yard

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 66 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Gunyah Country Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 66 lb per pet. There's a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Gunyah Country Estate?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gunyah Country Estate on 1 Apr 2024 start from RM 604.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gunyah Country Estate?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gunyah Country Estate?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Gunyah Country Estate?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Gunyah Country Estate located?

This family-friendly Windwhistle guesthouse is located on the riverfront, 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Rakaia Gorge, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Hororata Golf Club and Rakaia Gorge Walkway. Washpen Falls and Awa Awa Rata Reserve are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Gunyah Country Estate Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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