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The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B South Taranaki NZ

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The Helena Suite
A traditional living room with a large patterned rug, a dining area with a table and chairs, a blue armchair, and a sofa.
A two-story building with a sign reading "POST & TELEGRAPH OFFICE" and "HOTEL" on the facade.
A room with a chandelier, two blue armchairs, a round ottoman, a potted plant, and a wooden floor.
A dining room with a round table set for six, surrounded by chairs. There is a bookshelf to the left and a potted plant in the center.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Eltham, Taranaki
  • Place, Eltham Golf Course
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pukekura Park
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowl of Brooklands
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B South Taranaki NZ

Experience the timeless charm of The Helena Suite in The Old Eltham Post Office – Luxury B&B, built in 1905 and lovingly restored to offer elegance, comfort, and history in the heart of South Taranaki.

This spacious 100 sq metre suite features full central heating, a large flat-screen TV, ultra-fast unlimited Wi-Fi, a champagne spa bath, a separate bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, toaster, and utensils.

We provide a delicious breakfast of toasted ciabatta, farm-fresh eggs from our own “Post Office Chooks,” and locally sourced bacon.

Explore the natural beauty of the region: walk through sub-alpine rainforest to the crystal-clear Wilkies Pools, visit the stunning Rotokare Scenic Reserve, or take a short drive south to the iconic Tawhiti Museum — a tribute to one man’s passion for history and craftsmanship.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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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:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9599464
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Eltham

Located in Eltham, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Taranaki Pioneer Village and Victoria Park Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eltham Golf Course and Stratford Golf Course. Hollard Gardens and Fun Ho! National Toy Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Eltham, Taranaki

What's nearby

  • Eltham Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pukekura Park - 37 min drive - 63.9 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 37 min drive - 62.8 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 39 min drive - 64.6 km
  • Oakura Beach - 50 min drive - 78.2 km

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 8 min drive
  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inflame Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eltham Fast Food - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Float - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Touchpoint Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shakee Pear Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B South Taranaki NZ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B South Taranaki NZ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B South Taranaki NZ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B South Taranaki NZ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B South Taranaki NZ located?

Situated in Eltham, this golf apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Eltham Golf Course and within 9 miles (15 km) of Taranaki Pioneer Village and King Edward Park. Victoria Park Memorial and Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable beds, lovely big tv, clean and spacious. Thanks David and Maria for the great breakfasts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy Bed, few quirks with property, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2025
Thanks Don. Nice to meet you two and thanks for being clean and gracious guests.

About the host

Hosted by David & Maria

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Maria and David moved from Byron Bay in Australia to Eltham in early 2020. We spent over a year restoring the property to her former glory including a full central heating system and new bathrooms. We did a lot of the work ourselves and see ourselves as "lucky custodians" rather than owners of this grand old piece of NZ Architecture.

Why they chose this property

Probably the most luxurious Bed and Breakfast in New Zealand so the travellers tell us.

What makes this property unique

Uniquely located to provide luxury travel accommodation in Sth Taranaki.

Languages:

French, Hungarian, Romanian
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