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Gunyah Country Estate

4.0 star property
Golfers tee off on an 18-hole course while families enjoy archery and ecotours at this riverside retreat where fine dining happens outdoors amid natural beauty

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Gunyah Country Estate sits riverside, offering an 18-hole golf course and driving range. Visitors dine at The Lodge, stroll through gardens, or enjoy the arcade/game room and library. WiFi covers this all-ages getaway where relaxation comes naturally.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is £94
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Country Estate Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Country Estate Deluxe Double Room,1 King Bed, Ensuite Mountain View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Country Estate Deluxe Double Room,1 King Bed, Ensuite Mountain View

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Granary at Gunyah 3 Bedroom Self-Catering Holiday House

  • Garden view
  • 1601 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House | Private kitchen | Cleaning supplies

Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House

  • Garden view
  • 1067 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Living area

Economy Cabin

  • Hill view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Windwhistle, Gunyah Country Estate is in a rural area and on a river. Hororata Golf Club and Washpen Falls are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. Travelling with kids? Consider Waimak Alpine Jet and Salmon World. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting. Visit our Windwhistle travel guide
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Sleemans Road, Windwhistle, 7572

What's nearby

  • Rakaia Gorge featuring a river or creek and a bridge
    Rakaia Gorge
    13 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Mount Hutt Skifield featuring snow, snowboarding and mountains
    Mount Hutt Skifield
    55 min drive - 32.4 miles
  • Hororata Golf Club
    12 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway
    15 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    28 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hororata Cafe

About this property

Gunyah Country Estate

Upscale family-friendly guest house by the river
Consider a stay at Gunyah Country Estate and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden. Get out on the links at this guest house and enjoy amenities such as a driving range and a golf pro shop. Enjoy on-site activities, such as archery and ecotours. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge) and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, helicopter/aeroplane tours and an off-lead area
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and room service.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Private gardens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Ecotours
  • Golf driving range
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Pro golf shop
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 377 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1912
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 12 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 30 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 80.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 80.0 per night
  • Laundry fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Gunyah Country Estate
Gunyah Country Estate B&B Darfield
Gunyah Country Estate Darfield
Gunyah Country Estate B&B Windwhistle
Gunyah Country Estate B&B
Gunyah Country Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Country Estate Guesthouse
Gunyah Country Estate Windwhistle
Gunyah Country Estate Guesthouse Windwhistle

Frequently asked questions

Is Gunyah Country Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 kg per pet. There's a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Gunyah Country Estate?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gunyah Country Estate on 26 Apr 2026 start from £94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gunyah Country Estate?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gunyah Country Estate?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Gunyah Country Estate?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Gunyah Country Estate located?

This family-friendly Windwhistle guesthouse is located on a river, 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Rakaia Gorge, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Rakaia Gorge Walkway and Hororata Golf Club. Washpen Falls and Awa Awa Rata Reserve are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

Gunyah Country Estate Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The size of the accommodation was very roomy, Only 2 of us. Comfy bed, nice deck, Night time star gazing was amazing, got fantastic photos of the Milky Way, just with my eye phone. Wish we could have stayed longer, it was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was very comfortable. It was nice meeting other travelers and our host Simonetta was very friendly and knowlegeable about the history of the estate. I would recommend to book the hreakfast with your stay. I believe the continental breakfast would be the breakfast included when booked. We booked once there and the breakfast with bacon and eggs was pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Superb stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stew

Lovely property in quiet country setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Kevin John

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tired and basic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real find. Wonderful from start to finish. The three course dinner is a must! Breakfast set us up for the whole day. Lovely couple very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

J

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Spot but stairs, mice and flies issues.

Setting and hospitality was lovely, BUT mice running on counter in kitchen and through the ceiling during night kept us up, a lot of flies dive bombed me when trying to sleep, dead flies and mouse droppings to deal with. ALSO the steep stairs with no handrail or fall protection was a big concern and the large drop into the attic bedroom needs a step. Dining was closed as chef was away so don't count on food but kitchen setup was good. Had a nice woodstove for a fire to take the chill off and comfy sitting area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great to get to stay in such a peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Our springer spaniel, Alfie, loved the grounds!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old homestead in huge grounds. Quiet, tranquil setting. Our hostess was a lovely lady and the dinner and breakfast we had were above average.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and was ideal and the building offered a lot of character
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Very nice period property, with old furniture and fittings. Comfortable bed, and quiet environment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

自然に囲まれたホテル

ホテルはかつての領主の自宅を改築したような印象で、周りは木々に囲まれて鳥の鳴き声、花々に囲まれた美しい環境だった。ただ、雨が降り続いた後で、ぬかるみが多く歩き回ることはできなかったのが残念だった。部屋にTVがないのも印象的だった。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very private and most comfortable

Wonderful historic house in a gorgeous setting. Staff was most helpful and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Ok

We stayed in the house. The upstairs hall smells like cat urine. When we arrived the woman seemed like we were a bother. The gentleman was very nice and helpful in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived at this lovely country house and were warmly welcomed by Simonetta. We were told we were the only ones staying that night and we basically had the run of the house. Our room had a lovely verandah which overlooked the gardens. Dinner was arranged for 7pm and was delicious. Pumpkin and Scallop soup, Rack of Lamb and Peaches with Ammaretti. It was a very cold night and we were very glad of the lovely fire in both the dining room and the lounge. We retired to our room fairly early as we had a busy next day. The bed was extremely comfortable and warm. Breakfast was great too. After returning home, I realised I had left my pillow and contacted Simonetta who very kindly organised to post it to me. Much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jia Lu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

英式奢华庄园

非常有情调的庄园，英式庄园的布局，有很多公共区域可以坐坐，服务非常好，很多很多银制餐具茶具，晚餐非常讲究，又不是很贵，早餐也很好。空闲可以院子里转转，街拍的好地方。
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Good location

Location is good for travel..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

soisick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

B&B superbe !

Excellent établissement. Juste un petit reproche aucune connexion internet dans la chambre que nous avions.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel with character

Very nice hotel with lots of character. Beautifully situated close to the mountains and others scenic spots. Very nice and attentive host. We has a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Otroligt vackert lantställe

Vi bodde i ett eget hus bredvid hotellet där vi hade allt vi behövde och lite till. Allt var inrett i en mysig lantlig stil och trädgården var fantastisk. När vi kom hade vi även fått färska ägg från hönsen och en flaska med mjölk från korna. Synd att vi bara var där två nätter, vi hade gärna stannat längre.
Verified

8/10 Good

ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely quiet destination, magnificent country hous

An amazing country house sets the scene for this quiet and beautiful location. Friendly hosts, good food and a homely atmosphere make it perfect for a romantic escape.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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