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The 10 Best South Island Farmhouses - Ranches and Farm Stays in South Island, New Zealand

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Highlands on Homestead

Oamaru

The farm stay is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with garden views. This farm stay also has a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Peaceful and beautiful location. Confortable bed and cleanliness of the entire cottage.

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9.6
Exceptional
201 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Snowberry Cottage at Lochsloy Farm Little River 4 stars

Little River

The farm stay comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a balcony with mountain views. Providing free private parking, this 4-star farm stay also features free WiFi. The property has an outdoor dining area. Gorgeous little house with stunning views. All you could need in a small space. Good location for exploring the peninsula. Loved our time there.

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9
Superb
168 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Silverstream Alpaca Farmstay & Tour 4 stars

Kaiapoi

Offering a barbecue, children's playground and balcony, Silverstream Alpaca Farmstay is situated 4 km from Kaiapoi and 20km from Christchurch city centre. Free WiFi and free private parking is available on site. Love everything here Owner and staffs are very helpful and friendly I wake up, have a cup of tea, walk around and was welcomed by cute alpaca in front of our house.

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9
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
£143
per night

Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay

Dunedin

Situated on a 6-acre lifestyle property, Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay offers a semi-serviced, 1-bedroom guesthouse. The sunny, detached cabin boasts farmlet views and is nestled below mature pine trees, with a well-appointed verandah and patio garden. Amazing stay, very thoughtful hosts. Very comfortable and well equipped. Would rate 12/10 if possible. When not overcast, the stars are in full view.

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9.8
Exceptional
133 reviews
Price from
£101
per night

Misty River Retreat 4 stars

Blenheim

Set on 25 acres of beautiful wetlands, Misty River Retreat is a 10 minute drive (8.5km) from Blenheim. The property has on site alpacas, which guests can feed.

All rooms feature floor to ceiling windows, providing lovely views of the surrounding native trees. There is a deck off the master bedroom where guests can relax with a glass of wine. Guests have access to a food preparation area that includes a microwave and small refrigerator. The private bathroom features a modern shower complimented with free eco toiletries. There is air conditioning units in both rooms for your comfort. The location is fantastic, huge wetland on the property, the accommodation is huge. The view from the rooms is amazing, everything is modern and beautiful. The hosts are great, free range eggs, milk and bread included. It was the perfect place to be in Blenheim and will definitely stay here again next time I visit Blenheim! Also great value for money, we had just come from Kaikoura where for the same money we had a extremely average motel.

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9.7
Exceptional
99 reviews
Price from
£124
per night

Hunters Moon 4 stars

Mosgiel

Hunters Moon farm stay is 1 km away from Mosgiel Racecourse. It is 2 km away from Wingatui Station. The shops and cafés of Mosgiel town centre is a short drive away.

Your farmhouse cooked breakfast includes fresh fruit, cereal, toast, yoghurt, fruit juices and free range eggs from our own hens. Tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Laundry facilities and transport to the airport are available at an additional charge. Host plesant and helpful, Room and ensuite spotless. Bed was very comfortable

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9.1
Superb
437 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Bauchops Hill Station Farmstay

Burkes Pass

Set in Burkes Pass and only 31 km from Mt. Dobson, Bauchops Hill Station Farmstay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This farm stay features a garden.

The 3-bedroom farm stay comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the farm stay. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Great place to stay with a small family. Well equipped for cooking a meal while watching the sheep. Owners are so kind and thoughtful. Top notch and so different. The scenery is beautiful!

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9.9
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
£123
per night

Mt Barker

Wanaka

This air-conditioned farm stay comes with a seating area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a satellite flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. The location was on a beautiful open farm! The cleanliness, the views, seclusion, quiet, and host was absolutely wonderful! It was a modern feel with a rustic exterior. Blew us away!

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9.4
Superb
54 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

Bramley's Stables and Accommodation

Rangiora

This spacious farm stay will provide guests with a satellite flat-screen TV, a seating area and a CD player. The kitchen comes with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. The farm stay offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Very comfy and spacious lodging, loved petting the horses & farm eggs provided in the kitchen.

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9.5
Exceptional
88 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

Chester Oaks B&B

West Melton

Chester Oaks B&B has pool views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in West Melton, 15 km from Orana Wildlife Park. There is a private entrance at the farm stay for the convenience of those who stay. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Jasmine and Michael are exceptionally welcoming, warm and great hosts. They open their entire home, which is spacious and beautiful to their guests. Jasmine delights in providing delicious breakfast, dinner and snacks- she is an accomplished cook. The location is convenient to Christchurch but rural and peaceful.

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9.6
Exceptional
99 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

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