With a stay at this farm stay in Lower Dashwood, you'll be 8.7 mi (14 km) from Yealands Winery and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Yealands Estate Winery. .This farm stay is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Awatere Valley and 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Montana Brancott.
Marlborough Convention Centre - 26 min drive - 26.5 km
ASB Theatre Marlborough - 26 min drive - 26.5 km
Pollard Park - 27 min drive - 27.2 km
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 31 min drive - 30.8 km
Omaka Classic Cars - 32 min drive - 30.9 km
Getting around
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Cosy Corner Cafe - 13 min drive
Yealands Estate - 24 min drive
The Station - 13 min drive
Riverlands Roadhouse - 19 min drive
Country Kai Cafe - 13 min drive
About this property
Hill Top Retreat Farmstay - With 270 degrees stunning Views !
We are situated in the middle of vineyards on top of the hill with 270° stunning views all year around, away from the hustle and bustle in a tranquil rural farming environment. This homestay is a separate wing attached to the house where you have your Kingbed Bedroom & your own Bathroom/toilet. Bifold doors opening onto your patio with table, chairs & a BBQ where you can enjoy the surroundings. Full equipped kitchen can be used but is shared with owners. Where only 20 minutes from Blenheim 45 minutes from Picton and 1H and 15min ftom Kaikoura by car. Ideal stop over before or after a trip on the ferry. We farm calves & have 2 friendly dogs. You can enjoy the beautiful sunset at night from your room and watch the stars in the night sky, waking up to see the sun rise over the sea the next morning in your bedroom in a very quiet environment .......it truly is a unique place!
There's a private furnished patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Sylvia
Languages
Dutch, English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
More
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
Top Hill Retreat With 270 Degrees Stunning Views !
Top Hill Retreat Farmstay With 270 Degrees Stunning Views !
Hill Top Retreat Farmstay - With 270 degrees stunning Views ! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Iva G.
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Superb spot
We loved our stay! Fabulous location with stunning views. Very kind hosts and friendly dogs greeted us. I highly recommend this space!
Iva G.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Johan J.
5 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Johan J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Craig S., Lee's Summit, MO
12 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lower Dashwood
Sylvia was great. The place was nice and secluded but just outside of town. It was exactly what we needed.
Craig S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jean M.
10 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Magic, quiet spot.
Road trip from Christchurch. Drove from Kaikoura great to access Molesworth Station. Pleased to be in all wheel drive car up the steep, gravel driveway.
Jean M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Glenn L.
28 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous views all around
Steep climb to a hill top over-looking hills, valleys, vineyards and ocean; hard to beat!. Room was part of main house with bathroom in hallway next to room, not quite an en-suite. There as also access directly from outdoors. A few more dishes and utensils would have been appreciated.
Sylvia was very friendly. I highly recommend.
We loved our overnight stay, so peaceful & clean with spectacular reviews. Very thoughtful touches in a very modern nicely decorated room & bathroom.
Ingrid
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
23 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
My wife and I went up to Marlborough for just an overnight visit to some vineyards, and Sylvia's was the perfect choice for our stay. Clean & comfy room, convenient, beautiful views, easy in/easy out, and our host was terrific - friendly and a good communicator throughout the whole process. Thanks for a very nice visit!
Thomas B.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kumari K.
10 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Views
Excellent Host, very polite and lovely adult children. Very clean and pleasant surroundings. Highly recommend. Views of Wineries, Hills and Oceans were amazing. Thankyou
The property is just lovely, Jeff is a nice guy and it is one of the cleanest places I-ve ever been. Very nice.
Paul S.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
hal m., Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia
1 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Views for miles
This was great - a bedroom and bathroom in a beautiful house with magnificent views with the friendliest hosts we have ever had. Nice touches like a nespresso coffee maker in the room.