Height of Dunedin Farm Guesthouse - Bonus Welcome Hamper!
Escape to a boutique, top-rated farm retreat featuring extensive views of the night sky and semi-rural scenery from the privacy of a standalone guesthouse. Enjoy a curated bonus hamper on arrival with fresh local goods and wake up to the peaceful sounds of the countryside.
Guest Comfort & Contentment * 🚜 Unique Farm Stay: Standalone, private 44m² detached guesthouse. * 🧺 Bespoke Welcome Hamper: Free basket of fresh free-range eggs, milk, cookies, seasonal fruit and a sample of homemade jam. * 🌌 Stunning Outlooks: Elevated position 350 meters above sea level with panoramic night sky vistas and semi-rural paddock views. *🐐 Idyllic Surroundings: Peaceful countryside setting with friendly farm animal interactions on your doorstep.
Premium Conveniences 📍 Unbeatable Location: Tranquil rural privacy situated a mere 10 minutes from Dunedin's central Octagon CBD. 🚗 Free Private Parking: Dedicated space on site, saving you central city parking hassles. 🔥 Climate Controlled: Excellent winter heating via an air-purifying heat pump to keep you cozy during brisk southern nights.
At Height of Dunedin Farm relax in the warmth 🌞 of a renovated 1-bedroom cottage 🏡 in the misty clouds. Experience the unique and homely semi-rural lifestyle nestled below awesome pine trees 🌲🌲 with a well-appointed courtyard garden🌳🪻 and rural outlook. Enjoy a sunny, 44 square metre detached guesthouse in a lovely peaceful and tranquil 🩵 hideaway. In a private setting on a 6-acre farm 🐐 you'll find clean, comfortable and friendly hospitality 👋🏻 Suitable for a couple or up to 5 guests.
🌦️🌡️Stay cosy year-round with double-glazed windows and an air-purifying heat pump, then drift off in total warmth with the added luxury of electric blankets during the winter months.
The family friendly 👶🏻 cabin features a spacious living/ dining 🛋️ or second sleeping area with king-single bed. A separate bedroom has a comfortable queen bed 🛏️ along with a pillow menu and extra blankets. Portacot or quality innerspring wool-top toddler mattress (70x130cm) can be added (extra charge for under 2's). There is an additional single bed and brand-new double-size memory foam sofa-bed that can be made for you in the lounge. The bathroom 🚿 accessed through the bedroom, has an Airstream shower for a refreshing rain-like escape. Packed with complimentary toiletries 🧴and extra towels.
✨🧺 Complimentary Host-Managed Laundry Service To maximise our farm's solar efficiency there is no physical washing machine or dryer located inside the independent chalet. Instead, we are delighted to provide a premium, complimentary host-managed laundry service for all extended stays to keep you fully taken care of: - Stays of 5+ Nights : 1 generous load per week, washed and dried by your hosts. - Stays of 7+ Nights: 2 generous loads per week, washed and dried by your hosts. - Need an Express Wash? For short-term stays or extra loads, we can gladly run an express wash and dry service for you at $12 per small load. - Alternatively there is also a fantastic 24/7 Liquid Laundromat a 10 minute drive away. 🤗
🥝🍞 Self-catering continental breakfast provisions can be ordered and delivered prior to your arrival, ready for you to prepare at your leisure $14 per person, per night. Bookings recommended, please enquire. A selection of teas, coffees, hot chocolate and milk are complimentary ☕ as well as the Welcome Hamper with fresh free-range eggs 🥚 from our hens, milk 🥛, cookies 🍪 and a sample of homemade jam.
🍽️ There is a small kitchenette suitable for heating up food with a microwave and the sun-drenched secluded patio has barbeque facilities 🥩. We encourage guests to view our extensive recommendations that list popular dine-ins to convenient takeaways 🍔🍕.
Perfect for honeymooners 💝 or a small family and only 6 minutes away 🚗 is Roslyn with an award-winning restaurant 🏆, cafes ☕, day spa, pharmacy, winebar 🥂, artisan shops and supermarket 🛒
A direct 10 minutes drive to The Octagon, CBD 🏙️ yet Height of Dunedin captures a retreat of feeling miles away. Especially close to the neighbouring forest walking tracks 🌲and the Flagstaff-Pineapple Walk with its stunning views of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula from the western hill skyline. All this at 350 metres above sea level guarantees some snow falls ❄️⛄ during winter and beautiful picturesque surroundings.
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$65 extra charge for under 2's using cot/mattress.
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave the cottage tidy.
Wash and put back dried dishes (tea towels and drying mat provided). If they have not dried, please leave them to drip dry on the dish-rack and we'll put those away.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is no guest washing machine however we offer a wash/dry laundry service for your first load every 24 hours for free. Refer Amenities-Add. Info
You can book a farm tour with our sons (13,10) where you can ask questions, feed, pet and have close encounters with goats, deer and chickens $10 cash
Extended checkout maybe possible for $65. Please advise your preferred time upon booking. We'll confirm availability. Ideal for late airport departure
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20037929
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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
North Taieri
Located in North Taieri, this cottage is in a rural area. Otago Golf Club and Speight's Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Allans Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Seriously Twisted, or check out an event or a game at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Is Height of Dunedin Farm Guesthouse - Bonus Welcome Hamper! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Height of Dunedin Farm Guesthouse - Bonus Welcome Hamper!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Height of Dunedin Farm Guesthouse - Bonus Welcome Hamper!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Height of Dunedin Farm Guesthouse - Bonus Welcome Hamper!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Height of Dunedin Farm Guesthouse - Bonus Welcome Hamper! located?
This family-friendly North Taieri cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Pineapple Track and Otago Golf Club. Seriously Twisted and Dunedin Chinese Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Ngaire
We are a young couple with 2 boys. We own a lifestyle property with the additional cottage that is well-appointed for guest privacy 20 plus metres away from our home.
During the weekends and summer evenings we enjoy working outside on our mini-farm, with our animals, our ever-growing lawn and never ending need for firewood.
Why they chose this property
- Halfway between Mosgiel and Dunedin, under 10 minutes drive to Moana Pool, Speights Brewery tours, Mercy Hospital, Otago University, Dunedin Botanic Gardens. - 15-minutes to Forsyth Barr Stadium. - 25-minutes to Dunedin Airport. - Local’s secret: 9-minutes drive to a short bush walk to a cascading waterfall by day and a magical glow worm wonderland after dark. - Spend a day on the Otago Peninsula exploring Larnach Castle, lunching at Glenfalloch Gardens and immersing yourself in the ‘Wildlife Capital of New Zealand’ at Taiaroa Head and the Albatross Colony. - On a rainy day Toitu Otago Settlers and Otago Museums are sure to keep young and old interested. - Take a scenic drive to Port Chalmers and walk Aramoana Mole to view sunning sea lions. Stop at Carey’s Bay Hotel for a famous seafood platter. - Make a day trip north to Victorian Oamaru and spot yellow-eyed penguins in nature or book to see the little blue penguins toddle home at dusk.
What makes this property unique
- Would you like to book a memorable farm tour with our sons Leo and Toby (13,10) with an opportunity to ask questions and have close encounters with goats, deer and chickens? $10 cash/ half hour approx. - Stock up on gourmet groceries from nearby markets and recharge with a wine under the veranda - there is little reason to leave. There is a shared full-size fridge/freezer available outside. - Be amazed by the magnificent Milky Way. Catch a shooting star and the Southern Cross wonderfully clear away from city lights. - With an energy efficient air-purifying heat pump stay cosy no matter Dunedin’s weather. Keep everyone entertained with TV, Freeview channels, Chromecast, DVD player and library, puzzles, games and book exchange. - You’re travelling, you’re exploring… let us do your laundry for you while you’re out making memories.