The Old Dairy Factory has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Norsewood. There is a fully equipped bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the bed and breakfast. The Old Dairy Factory offers a sun terrace. There is a garden that guests can go hiking and fishing nearby. The nearest airport is Palmerston North International Airport, 80 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Norsewood
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Felicito
    United States United States
    Room was very nice and comfy, the breakfast was excellent and having the kitchen things was very handy. Bathroom was nice and shower was good.
  • Margaret
    Australia Australia
    very personalised lovely peaceful country stay wish we had had more time only stayed for a night would come back for at least 3
  • E
    Emily
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I loved the renovated building and original artwork and treasures in the rooms and the heat pump warmed the space up well.
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Kirsten Selfe

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Kirsten Selfe
The Old Dairy Factory is an original butter making facility. Opened in 1897, by a co-operative of local Scandinavian farmers! They used to be all over New Zealand. All made of local timbers and with state-of-the-art technology, for the late Victorians. Power was from the waterwheel (belts and pulleys) or from the 8Hp coal-fired steam engine. These days it has all been modernized, but retains its unique character as a family home and the No1 Live Music Venue in New Zealand!
Hello, I am a New Zealand school teacher, on a break from the classroom, doing restoration on this historic building, The Old Dairy Factory. I live here with my family of four children, husband and parents, where we look after each other in this friendly village.
The little village of Norsewood is friendly and welcoming. With only 350 residents, it still has: A Pub (that does great food), A Café (with great coffee), A Museum (all about the early settlers), A Famous Norsewear Shop (opposite the Old Dairy Factory), which sells the world class knitwear, A Wetlands (called the Wop Wops), with eels over 100 years old! (which you can feed). If you are a keen tramper (walker), you can drive the the Ruahine's (within minutes and do the DOC walks!)
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Dairy Factory
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Old Dairy Factory takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Old Dairy Factory in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Old Dairy Factory

  • Guests staying at The Old Dairy Factory can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • The Old Dairy Factory offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Badminton equipment
    • Live music/performance

  • Check-in at The Old Dairy Factory is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Old Dairy Factory is 1,050 yards from the centre of Norsewood. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Old Dairy Factory include:

    • Holiday Home

  • The prices at The Old Dairy Factory may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.