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ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely

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Peaceful farm scenery
Tranquil
Spring view from patio
Cosy lounge with log fire
Kitchen with sofa bed in background

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14205 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Martinborough, South Wairarapa
  • Palliser Estate
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Martinborough Vineyard
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Masterton (MRO-Hood)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4/sunroom

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 5/kitchen family room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 family

Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely

Feel at home in the ELLSTONE FARM HOUSE a rural gem! (Email ellstonefarm@gmail or text Jill 0272080026) 240 White Rock Road Martinborough (1km past Brackenridge ) available for up to 15 people. NB Linen is not included!! $15 extra per person, per stay, if you require towels, top and bottom sheets and pillowcases. Plenty of blankets and duvets. Please advise when booking or text Jill on 0272080026 at least 3 days before if linen is required. Because Ellstone is a big house a minimum of 4 guests for $350 (excludes all Bookabach fees) is preferred. are welcome to Text the number above for more information. 15% discount for 7 days or more. Home away from Home! A private sunroom with pullout couch, plus another pullout sofa bed in kitchen/family area and also in lounge, make up sleeping arrangements for large numbers. ELLSTONE is a spacious farm house with all the comforts of home offering 3 ensuite rooms and 3 living areas, 2 log fires, plus heat pump. Private outdoor Spa (only onlookers sheep, or cattle) and large sunny decks. Exhale, and do nothing! Peace and beauty abound on this 900 acre sheep and cattle farm. Beautiful views of rural Wairarapa from the top of gentle rolling hills. A great walk .A short drive to Vineyards, Restaurants, Golf Course and Brackenridge. 4km drive from the Square. Tea and Coffee is included, plus sugar, flour salt,pepper, but all other food and drink needs to be brought with you.
Ellstone is an operating farm, activity can sometimes be operating closeby, and the private self contained annexe off the kitchen may be occupied, by Louise, our Caretaker. Your privacy is assured, she will respect your personal space.
Please leave the property and spa as found. A pet must have it’s own bed and be supervised at all times please i.e not allowed on furniture or beds.

Property manager

Jill and Doug

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cattlestops and pond on site!
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Property needs to be left as found please
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
If walking on farm ensure gates are left as found Please park on driveway in winter Text 0272080026 for further information Have a great time ENJOY!

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Property needs to be left as found please
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Martinborough

Located in Martinborough, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Cobblestones Village Museum and Stonehenge Aotearoa are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Martinborough, South Wairarapa

What's nearby

  • Palliser Estate - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Martinborough Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Martinborough Vineyard - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Te Kairanga Wines - 12 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In the Neighbourhood Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Haythornthwaite Wines - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Joe Kwong on - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coney Wines - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely located?

This family-friendly Martinborough holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Martinborough Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cambridge Road and Luna Estate Winery. Schubert Wines and Palliser Estate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 284 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rani

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities, communication
We recently stayed at this rural property and had a mixed experience. On the positive side, the house is spacious, family-friendly, and offers plenty of room to gather and relax. It’s ideal for larger groups in theory and has a lot of potential. However, there were several issues that impacted our stay. The property is advertised as having 5 bedrooms but only has 3, which was disappointing and misleading. Despite trying to contact the property owner twice by phone and once via email to address this, we received no response, which was frustrating. The cleanliness also left much to be desired. There was a noticeable buildup of dust around the beds and throughout the house, which triggered asthma attacks and allergies in 6 out of 8 guests during the night. Additionally, the linens were not properly cleaned, with small hairs and fibers on the bed sheets. Overall, while the property’s size and setup are great for families, the lack of cleanliness, misrepresentation of the bedroom count, and poor communication significantly detracted from our experience. A deep clean and better attention to detail could make this property a much more enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely area
An amazing amount of space, and the scenery is lovely. We would happily stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellstone
Certainly is a gem! Very tranquil and relaxing. Lovely Rural setting but so close to town. The house has a lovely farm house feel to it. The Living areas are very spacious and the lots of room to relax. We would love to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and peaceful
A lovely family home with plenty of room for our family of five adults and just a few minutes drive into Martinborough.Lovely and peaceful, we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings and the night sky.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Lovely place, feels like home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jo N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house
Clean and comfortable stay in a lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

The K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
A great sized house with plenty of toilets and showers. Pleny of indoor outdoor spaces. Great quiet place. Excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Trish S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Epic Location
Lovely big comfortable house for a girls weekend. Close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene and Peaceful
We enjoyed the space and the tranquility. An ideal place to unwind and recharge. Would have liked to stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay
A lovely house, beautiful views, very relaxing. A special place for a birthday celebration. Thanks Jill and Doug for being such great hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Great location - suitable for large group - but also great for two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Lovely rural setting and only 5 - 10 mins drive from Martinborough Square. Listing describes as homely and had all the facilities we needed. Could do with some rejuvenating.Kids enjoyed the garden and hot pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends gathering for Toast
Enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellstone
Such a gem of a find. Would have loved to stay longer as it has a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Plenty of room to move around. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
martinborough stay
was a very suitable house for our extended family with different ages..there was everything we needed and spa pool was enjoyedThey may not realise but we couldnt get either vacuum cleaner to suck up anything..they need some attention
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pug M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural bliss
Great location just out of town but close enough to wineries and to pop in for supplies if needed. Suited us perfectly for a quick relaxing stay with guest from overseas
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural gem
Ellstone was everything our family wanted in a holiday home - spacious, well-appointed, a lovely farm garden in a rural setting. We couldn’t have asked for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay
Thank you so much for having us, you have such a comfortable home in a great location. We felt very lucky to be able to come and stay, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed, peaceful, well-appointed
Very lovely stay. Beautiful home, picturesque setting. Our group were able to be as loud as we wanted and not bother anyone. Perfect for our purposes, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamid M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing bach
Second time we stayed in this lovely place and we absolutely had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Maddy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Amazing property in a pretty special spot! The house was tidy and had so much space. Great to be able to sleep lots of people and actually have the living space to handle the numbers. It would be nice if the cost of linen was included in the overall price as this almost caught us out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brett R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place & environment
The house and place was easy to find, great place for family group and very quiet, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots for kids to do
this was a great place for our family - plenty of space, exploring the farm, putting up a slack line, walking on the farm, playing spotlight, toasting marshmallows and wallowing in the spa. And exploring the vicinity - the seal colony, cycling.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Planning over overnighter
Fantastic property but in the current market I suggest including linen as a property should have everything a guest needs to stay and feel comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Benedykt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jill and Doug

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Doug and Jill enjoy travelling and have stayed at many Bed and Breakfast properties around the world. They offer their home to you, albeit they have a private flat which is occupied by Louise, our Caretaker, occasionally. They know what they want in a holiday house and hope they have provided it for you.

Why they chose this property

Quiet, rural, spacious. Sunny and shady areas, and if its raining, plenty of room inside with 4 sitting rooms. Only 4km from village. Big bedrooms, sleep 3 to 5 people and 3 bathrooms. Hen or stag parties welcome, but the house must be left as found and you need to bring your own linen, or sleeping bags, plus towels. I will provide linen for $15 per person if required, paid direct to my bank account as above.

What makes this property unique

3 large bedrooms with ensuites plus private sunroom with pullout couch Four living areas for privacy if wanted. Outside spaces when you want sun, or shade. Working farm, and farm walks. Private spa pool, only onlookers cattle, or sheep! Tranquil - No neighbours! Only 4 km drive from Martinborough Square

Languages:

English