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Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

4.5 star property
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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch served; farm to table cuisine, golf course views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
623 Coleridge Road, Windwhistle, 7572
  • Rakaia Gorge
    6 min drive
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway
    8 min drive
  • Washpen Falls
    22 min drive
  • Ashburton (ASG)
    57 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 113 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom

  • 93 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • 127 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom

  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 113 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • 127 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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About the area

Windwhistle

Located in Windwhistle, Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Rakaia Gorge and Rakaia Gorge Walkway. .This golf hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Washpen Falls and 24 mi (38.7 km) from Mount Hutt Skifield.

What's nearby

  • Rakaia Gorge - 6 min drive
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 8 min drive
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 18 min drive
  • Washpen Falls - 22 min drive
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mt Hutt Ski Area - ‬44 min drive

About this property

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

Luxury hotel with a golf course and a fitness center
Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to patios. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Windwhistle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include minibars and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and LCD televisions. Rooms have private patios. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as a fitness center or bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite with farm to table cuisine at The Cafe, a family restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the golf course view, or dine alfresco. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Planning an event in Windwhistle? This hotel has 344 square feet (32 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Cafe - Overlooking the golf course, this family restaurant specializes in farm to table cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free covered self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10:00 AM: NZD 40 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • The Cafe

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bike rentals
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Full-sized fridge
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Washer/dryer

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space (344 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 3

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Jetted bath
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer and dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.0

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.50 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 40 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30.0 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.50 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Terrace Downs Darfield
Terrace Downs Resort Darfield
Terrace Downs Resort Windwhistle
Terrace Downs Resort
Terrace Downs Windwhistle
Terrace Downs
Terrace Downs Hotel Terrace Downs

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 87 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yaoji

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this beautiful resort, superb views of snow mountain, the room is clean and have great facilities. The staff are super nice and helpful. And great food and view at the resort restaurant. This is my second time staying here, will definitely come back to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariette, Auckland

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury getaway to enjoy with the whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed room with a beautiful view, great meals at the restaurant too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayron

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classy
Great apartments. Perfect ambience and reception staff helps add to this. Views are great and the spa and fireplace makes for a perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lucas Pablo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok place to stay close to the mountains, which has good sized properties for families. Beds are not the best (way too soft and sheets looking very well used), and could do with more heating in rooms as the current ones are quite old and small. Otherwise nice place and great kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micheal George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a real treat as room was amazing, dinner could be one of if not the best i have had. Really appreciated staff attendance and flexibility pushing checkout to 11, really felt nothing was a problem. Was surprised no sky movies or room service (but now i see how spread out resort is guess it makes sense) & maybe some cabinet food in cafe would be nice. Breakfast was nice but didn't think addition of 4 hot options was worth extra $20 & some tomato would of been nice, all minor. We will definitely be back, probably for couple of nights. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great quiet place, fantastic location, well worth the trip
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Corsham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room we had was a self contained villa on one floor and was huge. View was lovely and plenty of space. The resturant in the golf clubhouse was good. Its a very windy location which I guess you would expect at the top of the mountain. There are plenty of walks nearby, but nothing else, so you have to hope that it is not pouring down with rain !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Good food. Nice villas
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gavin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good although though probably not up to 5 star standard. Smell from toilet area, some cracked crockery and only basic quanitites.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, although remote. We woke up to an amazing view of the mountains with a fresh ciat of snow.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

June

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous spot! Wifi not great but great food and views.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zelma, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view, a great value for the money. We had a 2 bdrm villa with a killer view, spacious, well stocked. Truly wonderful. The meal in the Clubhouse restaurant was great, the slow cooked lamb for 2 entree - just excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaymie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable quiet well appointed property on golf course.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024