We spent two nights with Jim and Mary at Heartland Lodge and were treated like friends rather than guests. The lodge is in a quiet area on the western edge of Twizel, the rooms are spacious and well-appointed, the breakfasts are excellent, and the common areas are large (the exterior picture on TA doesn't do justice to the lodge). The... More

This would have to be one of the best bed and breakfast I have ever stayed at. The wonderful welcome, afternoon tea, helpful advice and great conversation from like minded individuals are now fond memories. The best, however, was dinner which was on par to many restaurants in Chrischurch.

We had a wonderful stay with Mary and Jim during our visit to Mt. Cook and Lake Pukaki. Our hosts were warm and welcoming, our room gracious and comfortable, and our breakfast was scrumptious -- fresh fruit, muesli, yogurt plus bacon, eggs, toast, mushrooms and tomato! We highly recommend the Heartland Lodge! Thanks Mary and Jim!

We spent a marvellous night at Heartland with Mary and Jim Powell in Twizel. The house is delightful and our room was immaculate. We felt more like friends than guests. Couldn't have asked for any more.

We stayed for 4 nights in "The Retreat" - simpler self-contained accommodation, compared to the in-house B&B option, at Heartland Lodge. Our hosts Jim and Mary were welcoming and helpful, and invited us to pick vegetables from their garden! The apartment was spacious, clean, attractive, and with good amenities. A most relaxing stay, and only a 40 minute drive to... More

What a wonderful experience. Jim and Mary opened up their lovely home to us. It was specifically built as a B&B and it shows. Our room was large and spacious with lots of light and windows. The attached bathroom was also very large and equipped with a spa tub. The grounds are well maintained and beautiful. The lodge is set... More

Jim and MAry gave us a very special welcome, they are wonderful hosts. Nothing was too much trouble even my ironing!! Heartland is a beautiful house, wonderful bedrooms and all things needed are there. We thoroughly enjoyed our breakfasts, wonderful fruit and good conversation around the table. We were just sorry we only had two nights there. The are around... More

Jim and Mary treat you like good friends. Coming to Heartland is like coming home to family. The breakfasts, and meals are to die for (every thing is fresh or home grown) - just awesome. Accommodation is five star all the way as is the hospitality.

Best B&B ever. Delightful hosts, clean, comfortable, spacious accommodations, wonderful food. Mary and Jim "go the extra mile" while having fun. No request is too much to ask. I accidentally left something of value in my room the day we left. They tracked us down, and when it became apparent that we could not return to collect it, they gladly... More