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Lismore House

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Lismore House
Side view of the house and salt water pool.
Drone's view of the house
Terrace/patio
Front veranda view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Martinborough, Martinborough
  • Place, Ata Rangi Vineyard
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Poppies Martinborough Winery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Tirohana Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Lismore House

Summary:

Suitable for upto 12 guests; Lismore House is a luxury 5 bedroom, 3500 sq.ft colonial styled property available for short-stay rental situated within the 14 acre grounds of Lismore estate.



Lismore is located just 2 minutes from Martinborough square & 60 minutes from Wellington.



The Space:

Lismore House

Overlooking Lismore's 12-acre vineyard, Lismore house is perfect for families wanting to connect, groups of friends wanting to getaway, birthday celebrations, anniversary milestones & small weddings.



The best way to get an appreciation of the house is via the gallery pictures below and testimonials from people who have stayed with us. Please contact us if you have any questions.



Lismore House amenities overview

Ground Floor: Full kitchen with casual dining & living area with Smart TV, air‑con & wood burner; games room with pool table, table tennis & darts; washroom (dryer/washer); formal living room with wood fireplace; formal dining for 12; downstairs guest toilet.



Upper Level: Five bedrooms (four with ensuites) with luxury linen & Sleepyhead king beds; reading area.



The Grounds: Large outside deck with seating and pergola; heated seasonal saltwater pool; spa; pétanque court; natural unfenced pond; landscaped gardens.



Miscellaneous: Climate control via heat pump, fans & radiators; pod coffee machine; Bluetooth speakers; complimentary limited consumables; iron/hairdryer; type 2 EV charging available (extra charge).



Direct booking price guide: Direct booking price guide: Two‑night weekends typically $1,250–$2,000 per night*, varying by season. Additional charges apply for events. *Damage deposit required for all house bookings.



Guest Access:

Lismore house and the immediate surrounds shown in the welcome guide. The vineyard is actively managed and not appropriate for roaming.



The Neighborhood:

Martinborough is famous for its 20-odd vineyards, most within walking or cycling distance of the village square. It's also packed with colonial charm, and criss-crossed with walking and cycle tracks to explore



Getting Around:

Jump on State Highway 2 for a direct, scenic drive up through the Remutaka Pass and down into the Wairarapa plains. It's 1hr 10 to Featherston. Add another 15 min for Greytown or Martinborough, or 20 min for Carterton or Masterton. Check conditions on the Remutaka Pass on web cam.



From Wellington by train: Sit back and gaze at the scenery - you'll be in Wairarapa in an hour.



Other Things to Note:

We only accept bookings for weddings and parties directly due to insurance purposes.



We have a natural unfenced pond close the property.



Each guest needs to sign a H&S & contact tracing document prior to entering the premises.



Lismore is a functional vineyard and due care is required.



Heated pool is open seasonally



EV charger is at $15 per day and needs to be booked in advance.



Interaction with Guests:

The estate manager lives just down the road but will leave you be during your stay with us.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Unfenced pond. Children need to be supervised.
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Events

No events allowed
Events/parties are agreed separately in advance.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Insurance does not allow birthday parties for thise under 25. The person booking Lismore must be over 25.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20037175
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Events/parties are agreed separately in advance.
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Martinborough

Martinborough is home to this holiday home. Stonehenge Aotearoa and Cobblestones Village Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ata Rangi Vineyard and Tirohana Estate. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby scuba diving, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Martinborough, Martinborough

What's nearby

  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Poppies Martinborough Winery - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Schubert Wines - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Tirohana Estate - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Cambridge Road - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alana Estate Vineyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nära - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lismore House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lismore House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lismore House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lismore House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lismore House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lismore House located?

This family-friendly Martinborough holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ata Rangi Vineyard and Tirohana Estate. Schubert Wines and Poppies Martinborough Winery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Wendy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Fab accomodation set in the vineyards. We (4 couples) had a lovely time and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2022
Thank you for taking time to write a review! We look forward to hosting you again in the future :-)
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10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Stunningly beautiful property which was everything we hoped it would be

Stunningly beautiful property which was everything we hoped it would be. We had an ideal family holiday and were sorry to leave. Hope to repeat the stay again one day.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback Peter! We hope to see you again soon!! The Lismore team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place

Lovely spot. Hard to come home. Welcoming hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov, 2021
Hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Imogen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

Our big family were getting together for a girls weekend and this property was amazing! There were 12 of us and we fit very comfortably. The place was absolutely beautiful and we made good use of the pool and spa. Dan was fab at communicating with us before and during the trip, too! Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2023
Thank you for review Imogen! We hope to see you all again in the near future. Dan & Mary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Group Holiday

A stunning home which suited our group of 8 perfectly. The pool, spa and bonus games room all make for a very relaxing stay. Close to vineyards. Communication was excellent. Would highly reccomend and can't wait to go back
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2023
Thank you so much for the review! We look forward to welcoming you back to Lismore soon! Dan & Mary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebration in Martinborough

What a fabulous place to stay to celebrate my husband's 50th birthday. Plenty of room for the 10 of us. Lovely setting amongst the vines. Relaxing and peaceful but still close to town and wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2020
Thank you for your feedback! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb

This is the most beautiful house perfect decor just what I love. We went with daughters and partners and grandsons and Clyde friends 10 in total. Every one throughly enjoy the stay. Totally recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the review Deborah!! We look forward to hosting you again soon. Dan & Mary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant, won’t hesitate a rebook!

Fabulous place, very well appointed, warm, clean and comfortable. Communication great. Location was walking distance from Poppies and Margrain so we enjoyed a refreshing stroll between spots. Was a perfect weekend. Thanks so much. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2021
Thank you for leaving a review!! Looking forward to see you again soon! The Lismore team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kymon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Our stay was wonderful. The Property is right on the edge of a vineyard that supplies one of the local wineries. Everyone was blown away by the beauty of the venue. The kids had a great time in the games room and pool. The kitchen is perfect for group cooking and the dining room looks out over the vineyards. Could not find a fault. A huge thankyou to Dan and Mary, our hosts, whom were increadibly helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! It was a pleasure to host you all and hope to see you again soon . Dan & Mary❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous long weeked

This is a very special place to stay. Lovely tranquil outlook over the vines. Lots of space and comfort but nooks and crannies for a big crowd to spread out. We had the loveliest weekend here. Outside & swimming when the sun shone, then a lovely open fire in the cooler evening. Dan was really responsive, proactively dropping something off in the letterbox to fix a minor problem! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2024
Delighted you enjoyed your stay with us at Lismore! We hope to see you again soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lismore luxury

There for a wedding at another venue. The house was amazing and perfect for our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2022
A pleasure to host you all. Thanks for taking time to write a review John. We hope to see you all again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family / Friends Getaway

The property is absolutely lovely - just the right size for all 12 of us and with all the desired amenities. We all loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely lovey stay at such a beautiful home

Absolutely loved our stay had such a awesome time, beautiful clean welcoming home, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov, 2021
Thank you for the review. We hope to see you all again soon!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

Such a lovely property. Host was brilliant to deal with. Woukd 100% recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2021
We hope to see you all again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous experience

Amazing location - gorgeous house and grounds. Wonderful hosts - would highly recommend 😄😄😄
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar, 2021
Welcome back anytime!😀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 nights

Lovely property to stay with friends and family. Well appointed and very clean :)
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb, 2021
Thanks for the feedback Steve. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, luxurious, Martinborough bliss.

Wow. What an incredibly luxe place to stay for a long wedding weekend with our close friends and family. The bedrooms are gorgeous: the beds and linen so dreamy that I could have quite happily spent a whole afternoon lounging! Waking up and having a coffee in bed looking at the vines is fabulous. Great water pressure in the showers, a lovely pool and fab jacuzzi for gazing at the late night sky. The house has a very soothing French country chic vibe, and it literally has anything you could need. Plus, the games room was a hit with both our 10yr old and my 87yr old Nanna! Karan was so lovely and no question was too small which I loved and made us feel very welcome. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

This property was fantastic !! We were an extended family group of 12 from the moment we drove up the tree lined driveway we felt relaxed. The house was so well set out and up we had everything we needed the beds were so comfortable everybody had so much fun in the pool and the games room. My favourite part was waking up to the stunning view getting myself a coffee and sitting on the deck as the sun came up over the vineyard while all sorts of birds strutted around and the rabbits hopped amongst the vines. I could not have had a better break and would love to come back Thank you so much
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2020
❤️❤️❤️ Come back and see us soon ❤️❤️❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most amazing place I have stayed in. Perfection. Service amazing

Huge, spacious and perfectly decorated. The most beautiful home and surroundings. Has everything you could ask for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2020
Thank you for your feedback! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

This was our second visit to Lismore House and it didn’t disappoint! Such a beautiful property and very well run - Dan and Karen were both great to deal with and the house has everything you could possibly need!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback Mandy! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place to relax for a few days with the whole family

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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2020
We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property in all ways

Perfect property for a family gathering. Very private with everything you need. Great touches like rugs for cool evenings gs sitting outside. The rooms are big with beautiful bathrooms. Large pool which we lived in. An amazing Birthday weekend. Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback!! We hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Enjoyed our weekend! Will be back again! Hopefully sooner rather than later
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GET TOGETHER WITH FRIENDS

6 of us had a great time. We all loved the house - layout, bedrooms, kitchen, plenty of places for a quiet moment. Wouldn't change a thing. Excellent service from Property Manager. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lismore

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Dan is originally from Yorkshire & Mary from the Tora coast. We returned back to NZ after being on the expat merry-go-round for the last 25 years in Singapore, India, HK, Germany & Japan and feel very lucky now to be based in the beautiful Wairarapa.

Why they chose this property

Where to start? The vineyards, the restaurants, the weather the walks and the people. I love the place

What makes this property unique

5 bedroom colonial styled mansion overlooking the beautiful Martinborough vines. Lismore comes complete with Games room, outdoor pool, spa and pétanque

Languages:

English
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