We pulled into the parking lot of the Holly Homestead after a very long day of driving from Nelson. Bernie met us at the door with a warm smile and offer of a glass of wine, and that was only the beginning! She is a great hostess -- taking the time to sit with us and helping us to outline... More

Me and my boyfriend stayed at the Holly Homestead for one night before our heli Hike at Franz Josef. We arrived late and were overwhelmed by the hospitality displayed by Bernie. We were shown to our beautiful room that had perfect views of the mountains and joined other guests the next morning at breakfast where we were treated to a... More

My husband and I stayed here in this delightful house with great character in March for two nights on our 4 week trip round New Zealand. What a gem! Bernie was the hostess with the mostess from providing home made cookies, all the info we required for the area to providing us with a 'what to see en route' list... More

Bernie was outstanding and a wealth of information. She insisted on carrying our luggage despite my willingness to do so. My wife loved the property and multiple thoughtful little touches. And to top it off, when we were checking out Bernie was in the parking lot cleaning off the car windshields for all her guests!! Gerard was a great breakfast... More

A wonderful homely welcome from Bernie awaited us at Holly Homestead. After unpacking we joined our host in the lounge for tea and cookies. Bernie was a mine of information and help us with deciding where to go for supper. This was a beautiful, immaculate B and B , with lots of thoughtful little touches. At breakfast we met hubbie... More

We had a great view across the snow-capped mountains from our room, and were even able to photograph the peaks by moonlight. We had a good sized room with a large bathroom including a powerful shower. Everything was very clean and our room was very quiet despite the B&B being on the main road SH6. Our hosts gave us lots... More

Bernie welcomed us into her home as if we were long lost relatives, we were invited to join her and some other guests for tea and homemade cookies, and were given lots of advice about local restaurants and activities. The room was extremely well appointed and we almost missed breakfast as we slept so well. Thoroughly recommended.

Rooms are beautifully appointed, very comfortable and kept in meticulous condition. Bernie was full of helpful advice and was very obliging. Amongst the many lovely touches were the chocolate bars by our bedsides each day and the homemade biscuits.

Bernie and Gerard have renovated and extended their beautiful home and love sharing it with their guests. They have all the information you need and go out of their way to make your stay a special one. Complimentary teas coffee beer etc. always available from the kitchen, port 'encouraged'! on your return from dinner in the guest lounge, and special... More