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Purakanui Farmstay

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  • We are priviledged to view this scene out of our dining room window. You can look out on it by staying in our guest wing.
    The guest wing and some of Shona's garden in spring
    Lie in bed and soak up the scenery.
    Dramatic coastal landscapes.
    Moving sheep on the hills above Otago Harbour
    Looking towards Dunedin from our farm.
    Summertime in the garden.
    Cobbled yard garden with Mt. Mopanui in the background.
    Naw Zealand native birds, such as this wood pigeon, visit our garden
    Curious cattle on our farm.
    • Address 33 Mihiwaka Station Rd
      Dunedin, 9081
      New Zealand
    • Phone+011643-482-1096
    • EmailContact Innkeeper

    We offer a private bedroom with en suite bathroom and an adjoining lounge both with stunning views of the picturesque Purakanui Bay and Pacific Ocean. Tasty breakfasts are served in the farmhouse dining room and evening meals featuring our own produce are also available if requested in advance. Ours is a working farm running 2500 sheep and 100 beef cattle and guests are welcome to spend an hour or two discovering what makes a NZ grassland farm tick. The spectacular views of harbour, sea and mountains are a bonus ! Shona has created an extensive garden round the farmhouse with a display of different flowers and shrubs all year round. The newly opened Orokonui Ecosanctuary is only 5 minutes away as well. We both enjoy meeting people from other parts of the world and sharing our own wonderful piece of the planet with them.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 1 Reviews

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    4.8 out of 5
     

    Best Thing We Did in New Zealand

    February 06, 2011

    Of all the things we did on our ten-day self tour of the South Island, this was our favorite. The owners are colorful and warm people who opened their home to us, invited their son to join us at dinner, and made us feel like we were staying with friends. Their home cooked dinner of fresh lamb was superb and the farm tour was wonderful. A year later, my husband and I still laugh at what a hoot we had on the farm tour. Think James Herriott with a kick.

    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Shona and John Chapman

    Innkeepers Description:

    Farming. Gardening,including NZ native plants Travel. Reading. Hiking. Painting. Yoga.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    1 Cat , 1 Dog , 3 farm dogs, sometimes a lamb Others

    Amenities

    Type:

    On-site

    • Air conditioning

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Telephone

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • TV

    Other

    • Outdoor seating area

    • Pets

    • Extensive garden

  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate NZD 145 - NZD 200

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3.00 pm on    Check Out: 10.30 am

    • Deposit Amount Required: None

    • Cancellations: Request notification of any change as soon as practicable

    • Open All Year Round: Yes

    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Description: Complimentary wine if dinner requested

    • Drinks Available: Limited

    • Children Allowed: Unfenced ponds. Some discretion.

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No

  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 1 Reviews

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    4.8 out of 5
     

    Best Thing We Did in New Zealand

    February 06, 2011

    Of all the things we did on our ten-day self tour of the South Island, this was our favorite. The owners are colorful and warm people who opened their home to us, invited their son to join us at dinner, and made us feel like we were staying with friends. Their home cooked dinner of fresh lamb was superb and the farm tour was wonderful. A year later, my husband and I still laugh at what a hoot we had on the farm tour. Think James Herriott with a kick.

  • Location

    Overview Points of Interest Restaurants

    Location Type

    • Coastal Sheep farm

    • Countryside

    • Oceanside

    City - Dunedin

    • Distance to city: 12 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Option 1: Leave Highway 1 at Waitati, north of Dunedin, and drive through this small township onto the Mount Cargill Road. At the intersection of 4 roads drive straight ahead onto Blueskin Road. Stay on Blueskin Road ( the only side roads are small unpaved roads ) until you reach a T intersection. Turn left onto Purakanui Road and follow it for approxiamately 3 kilometres until you come to the small Purakanui School. Turn left into Mihiwaka Station Road and we are the first house on the left - a stone and natural timber house, number 33 Option 2 : Drive to Dunedin then turn left of Highway 1 onto Highway 88 to Port Chalmers. Follow Highway 88 for 10 kilometres and after passing under a railway overbridge take a sharp left turn at the town of Port Chalmers and follow the signs to Purakanui. After 300 metres turn sharp right onto Blueskin Road and follow it for approxiamately 3 kilometres until a T intersection where Blueskin Rd. turns left. You should continue straight ahead onto Purakanui Road. Then the directions are the same as option

    Airport

    • Dunedin, New Zealand (DUD) - Momona 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Follow signs to State Highway 1, turn left and drive to Dunedin . From Dunedin follow the above directions.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • NZ bird reptile and plant sanctuary

    • royal albatroos colony

    • walking tracks

    • seabird and seal colonies

    • horse riding, fishing charters

    • surfing beaches

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • royal albatross colony

    • surfing beaches

    • NZ bird. reptile and plant sanctuary

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

  • Amenities

    Type:

    On-site

    • Air conditioning

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Telephone

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • TV

    Other

    • Outdoor seating area

    • Pets

    • Extensive garden

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7-30 to 9.00

    • Serving Location: Dining Room,Guest room

    Signature Dish

    NZ lamb roast
    Our own lamb roasted with fresh rosemary and garlic glazed with a sweet nustard crust. Dressed with a wine and herb gravy to enhance the delicate flavour of the lamb Served with seasonal roast vegetables and fresh homegrown salad. Accompanied by an entree and choice of desert. Complimentary glass of NZ wine included.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

 
 

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