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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. Beautiful and peaceful location. Cottage was well appointed and very comfortable. Very friendly and considerate host.

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9
Superb
167 reviews
Price from
£66
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. One of my favorite stays so far in New Zealand. So kind hosts. Warm welcome and pampered all the time. The room is beautiful and cosy. The entire house and property is stunning. Highly recommended this Oase!

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9.6
Exceptional
100 reviews
Price from
£81
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. Great farm, great hosting, fantastic rooms. Don’t miss the alpaca farm tour.

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9
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
£142
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. It was amazing. I wasn’t in such a nice place for a years. Location was ideal, on the edge of the town, so absolutely quiet, but still close enough to the town center. Cottage was lovely, nice and clean. And the host was really thoughtful. She left a sign with greetings in our native language. Which was very heartwarming. Also she left for us bottle of milk and package of home eggs. Thank you so much, if we’ll stop by in Dunedin again definitely we’ll come here.

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9.8
Exceptional
131 reviews
Price from
£100
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. Excellently maintained facility. Feels brand new, yet also comfy and cozy like you're visiting family. The host was very kind and welcoming. We got to feed the sheep and alpaca in the morning which was a very memorable part of our trip! I would recommend this accommodation to anyone who's looking for a high quality place to stay, away from the crouds and have a unique New Zealand experience! Oh I almost forgot - bathroom had great water pressure and a towel rack that actually heated up quickly enough to warm the towel I need for my shower!

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9.1
Superb
437 reviews
Price from
£67
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
£105
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. Quiet place, fantastic view, good location and friendly host

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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. Bramleys Stables and Accommodation exceeded our expectations. Lois greeted us making sure everything was in order for a very comfortable and relaxed stay. The cottage was a dream. Well equipped and unique which added to its charm. You will want for nothing. Being able to pat the horses was an extra bonus that we did not expect. Location was perfect for us, just out of town but still close to everything. You cannot top the country side experience and hospitality. We feel very lucky to have found this gem.

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9.5
Exceptional
86 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

AislingQuoy

Amberley

Towels and bed linen are available in the farm stay. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Christchurch Railway Station is 46 km from the farm stay, while Orana Wildlife Park is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 41 km from AislingQuoy. I liked the opportunity to watch the goat and sheep milking and to hand feed the ducklings. I loved the breakfast and the chance to interact with our hosts. I enjoyed seeing the various stages of spinning wool.

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9.2
Superb
29 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

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