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.