21 Turnbulls Road Five Forks, 9491 Oamaru, New Zealand
#2 of 9 B&Bs and Inns in Oamaru
Guests' ChoiceBased on 134 B&B reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 June 2024
Michael
New ZealandNothing
Everything
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Ching-hua
AustraliaWe had 3 adults to stay. The sofa-bed is bit too small for adult.
Friendly staff, we arrived late night. But the owner still came to look after us. It provide the brekkie. Everything are perfect. Will definitely stay again next time. Pet sheep is too cute 🥰
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Suzanne
New ZealandThere was nothing we didn't like
Super lovely location just what we needed for a relaxing weekend
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Mouat
New ZealandA wonderful little nook in the countryside, with a well-mannered and very friendly pet sheep to greet us - what more could you want? The hosts replied extremely quickly to any communications, and the facilities were amazing. One of the best places I've stayed in.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Kate
New ZealandA fantastic getaway. Wonderful host
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Anthony
United KingdomNothing
This was a fantastic little property in its own grounds. It was perfect for the one night we stayed but it would be equally great as the base for a longer stay. We were independent and yet supported. We recommend unreservedly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Dave
New ZealandIt was awesome!! Great hosts and super cool facility.Thanks for having us
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Wiki
New ZealandCosy feel, easy check-in, the views/location and the animals
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Sarah
New ZealandNothing, everything was great.
Beautiful, serene property
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Vines
AustraliaComfort of house situated in a very rural context
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Jim
New ZealandAttention to detail
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Fiona
New ZealandN/A
Gorgeous wee place with everything we needed there. Very secluded
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
John
SpainIf it would of had a bath tub I would not have left the place ever 😂😂😂.
Absolutely cosy wonderful place, worth doing the extra kms. Lovely road to get there. Didn't expect so much comfort in a place like this (slightly remote) with all the amenities you can desire. Welcoming and helpful guest. Excellent for a couple or with kids since there are friendly animals to "play" around with. Would go back without hesitation.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Zena
New ZealandNothing
Spectacular setting, music, hot chocolate , warm blanket and a million stars. Comfortable bed, excellent shower, delicious breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Robert
AustraliaNothing
Bucolic setting, excellent facilities, charming, and everything one could want for a great escape to the country. Henry, the sheep comes for a visit, and you can feed him as well as a couple of hens too. Would highly recommend 👌
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Karen
New ZealandAmazing stay enjoyed the peace and quiet the school house was immaculate great hosts
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Mandy
AustraliaWe loved it here. So quiet and peaceful. Just wished we had of stayed a few days. Next visit to the south we will be back...cheers guys Mandy and John x
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Mcquillan
AustraliaNothing
We loved the location of the little red schoolhouse, It was quiet and restful with beautiful views. It was very comfortable and clean with everything we needed for a lovely night in.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Michael
United KingdomThe weather!
In touring South Island we wanted very much to experience staying on a farm deep in the countryside to sample the realities of rural NZ. The Little Red Schoolhouse met our requirements exactly and we spent a most enjoyable and comfortable night, with Henry the sheep and two alarm-clock hens for company (they woke us in the morning by pecking on the door to demand feeding). The peace and quiet of the location is blissful. The farm is located high up on a ridge with commanding views back over the 7 miles from the nearest classified road. There are two marked walks starting from Little Red with maps provided: sadly we didn't have the time to enjoy them. The whole package is wonderful, underpinned by the efforts of Nic, our outstandingly cheerful and helpful host. There's nowhere to eat out within miles, so buy the ingredients from the supermarket in Oamaru (30 miles), put your steaks on the deluxe gas barbecue, and enjoy rural dinner in peace.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Peter
United KingdomThat we didn’t book for longer
The location and setting was a idylic. The little Red school house has that Wow factor ! All the amenities you need along with all the added luxuries and superb added touches
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Rhea
JapanBeautiful spot and great people! Thanks to all ☺️☺️☺️
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Tony
New ZealandNothing
Everything, we had a lovely stay in this quiet country location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Jenny
United KingdomAll good
A perfect location to relax . The little red schoolhouse was clean and comfortable and well equipped. The history of the school and the farm added to the experience as did the pet lamb and the chickens paying us a visit.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Patrick
AustriaIncredible nice little house with everything you need, decorated with great detail and you can feel the effort and passion that goes into making sure that the guests have a nice stay. We met the pet lambs and the chicken, the house has everything you need and the surroundings are just great.
Stayed in December 2023
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