St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
18 St Leonards Road RD1, Blenheim 7271 New Zealand
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ST LEONARD’S VINEYARD COTTAGES is set on 4.5 acres, with self-contained boutique cottages positioned around the semi-rural property. The original farm homestead (circa 1886) is home to your hosts - Jonathan & Natashya - and is an excellent example of early NZ colonial architecture. The house is situated in the hub of this private setting with century-old walnut, gum and elm trees. The charming cottages are themed around the old farm buildings, offering their own unique view of mountains, vines or gardens, and are privately located around the property. They are all fully self-contained and self-catering. Make the most of your idyllic surroundings by exploring the grounds with its picturesque gardens and majestic trees. Near the lemon grove you will find sheep, alpaca and chickens (all prepared to become your new best friend for a handful of food) plus a couple of very shy deer. Pool, Petanque, lawn tennis. We are proud to have received both the Silver Qualmark and Covid Clean Approved Awards.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Badminton
Tennis court
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Highchairs available
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Saltwater pool
Shallow end in pool
Fence around pool
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Outdoor dining area
Patio
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
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Room features
Air conditioning
Dining area
Seating area
Sofa
Kitchenette
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Mid-range
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Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans
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18 St Leonards Road RD1, Blenheim 7271 New Zealand
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A wonderful stay at The Stables, hosted by Jonathan and Natashya. A gorgeous property, very well stocked with breakfast delights, with beautiful scenery along with cuddly pet sheep to hang out with. And a very friendly hen too :-) A great place to explore the Blenheim wine lands. Oh, and a fun jacuzzi to unwind in.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 3 days ago
Thankyou for your lovely review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in The Stables. That cheeky chicken does like to visit our guests! her name is Bernadette :) Thankyou for your kind words. You were a pleasure to host. Safe travels.
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Our second visit to St Leonards and it fulfilled all our high expectations. The Cottage was a delightful period property, appropriately decorated and furnished, as well as comfortable, loads of room, charming view over the vineyards, delicious breakfast ingredients. Natashya and Jonathan have maintained the high standard we remembered from 2014, and the garden, grounds and animals are as delightful as ever. One of our very favourite accommodations in New Zealand, and if we lived a bit nearer we'd be frequent visitors. Thank you both.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thankyou Colin for such a lovely review of 'The Cottage' and the property. We are so happy to hear that you have enjoyed your repeat stay with us. We continue to strive to improve our guests experiences at St Leonards. Thankyou again for choosing St Leonards Vineyard Cottages for your stay in Blenheim. Safe travels.
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We have stayed at this property several times over the years. We did not enjoy this stay as much as our previous visits. The outdated TV needs attention as the very poor sound quality make it unwatchable. The butter provided with the breakfast provisions had a very tainted smell and taste We wouldn't risk using it and binned it. We feel it is compared to other very fine accommodation in the Blenheim area overpriced. We would definitely not use this property again.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 4 weeks ago
We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your visit as much as your previous times. We are sorry you felt you couldn't come to us with your concerns. The new smart television in The Cottage is less than a year old and the butter is fresh sliced for every guest. We would have been happy to replace your butter and help with the television had we known. Thankyou for your feedback. St Leonards Team.
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This was a lovely place. I had the sheepshearers quarters. OMG-it was fantastic. They have a little zoo with sheep, alpaca, possum, chickens, deer, etc. It was also a beautiful view with vineyards around it. I had a kitchen in which they supplied breakfast foods.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 17 May 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We are so happy that you enjoyed your time at St Leonards. We are very lucky to have such beautiful views of the vineyards and mountains. You were a pleasure to host and are welcome back anytime. Safe travels.
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Wonderful getaway in wine country with excellent hosts. Can't recommend enough. Best place we stayed in 4 weeks in New Zealand. Enjoyed the animals including sheep, chickens, llamas, and deer. Rooms include makings for a great breakfast.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 29 Mar 2023
Hi Madison, Thank you for the lovely review. You were a pleasure to host and so kind of you to say, that we were your best stay whilst in NZ. We do feel lucky to have the animals here, we love going out and spending time with them. Hope you enjoyed your time in New Zealand. All the best.
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My wife and I stayed here for 2 nights in mid March - I think there is a minimum 2 night stay. We only were only able to book the week before as there was a cancellation - we had been looking since January but get the impression that the various properties get booked up pretty early so don’t leave it too late to try to make a reservation Beautiful location literally in the middle of Marlborough vineyards - and they are all around you. We stayed in the Cottage which was very spacious all round, with very comfortable bed, and large living area. As we had dined out at lunchtime we just made an omelette with the eggs provided for our dinner - breakfast is provided in advance in your accommodation, cereals, yoghurt, bread etc It definitely is worth having the 2 nights here to take in the beautiful surrounds. We hit the hot tub on the second night to enjoy the starry skies. You can dander around the property and see the various animals and pick lemons - the peaches were not quite ready during our stay. Highly recommend even though it is is more pricey than most of the other accommodation we stayed in during our time in NZ, but truly memorable stay.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 29 Mar 2023
What an amazing review, thank you so much for taking the time to write this. We are so glad you found the cottage so comfortable and that you enjoyed the property. We are lucky to have some lovely clear nights for star gazing. We often stare upwards and watch out for satellites and shooting stars. We are so happy that your time here at St Leonards was so memorable. You were a pleasure to host. Safe travels.
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We stayed in "The Stables" for four nights. The accommodation is downright shabby and uncomfortable. The rugs and bed coverings are worn, and you wouldn't have these at home. (see photo). There was two of us - so on arrival we were given 8 eggs, 8 tea bags and 8 slices of sliced bread. (Enough for one of each item per day). Wow. As soon as we checked in, my credit card was charged for the 4 nights. Probably previous guests had checked out early. This accommodation was the worst we had in five weeks of travel. I am sure that you can do better nearby.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 24 Mar 2023
Thank you for your review, I am sorry you did not enjoy your cottage. I can assure you that all bedding has recently been purchased new. The old spotless rug is there to add to the cottage decor, being The Stables. When guests arrive, we supply breakfast provisions, generally enough for two days and always say to guests to please let us know when you need more supplies. We are always more than happy to restock and expect guests to need fresh bread etc . I 'm sorry, you didn't feel you could approach us with your concerns. We went out of our way to Change a mattress that you said was uncomfortable and even gave you free bicycles to use during your stay. This accommodation has been up and running for 20 years and by far the reviews have been overwhelmingly positive.
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Wonderful setting amongst the vineyards and beautiful gardens. We stayed in the Shearers Quarters. Very comfortable with a lovely private area outside to rest , enjoy the views and have an excellent supplied breakfast. Used the swimming pool which was great and strolled around the property checking out the deer, sheep and chickens. Location is excellent for visiting local wineries. Recommend a stay here
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 26 Feb 2023
Thank you for your lovely review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in The Shearers Quarters. The views of the vines are so special. Thank you for recommending us. Safe travels! :)
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We stayed in 'The Cottage' stunning location overlooking neighbouring vineyards. This is the perfect place to really relax; if you can, book one more day than you think you need. Hosts are kind and very helpful, good communication before during and after our stay. Quality bedding and comfy bed. Full bath as well as shower. Kitchen with hob& microwave. Eggs, yoghurt, bread, jam, juice supplied for breakfast. Plenty of good fresh coffee and selection of teas. Best place we have stayed in NZ.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 16 Feb 2023
Thank you for your kind review. It was lovely to meet you! We are so glad that you enjoyed St Leonards Vineyard Cottages. We are very lucky to have such great views of the neighboring vines! We feel honored that you feel we have been your best stay in NZ. Thank you again.
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We had a wonderful couple of nights in The Cottage. A peaceful location overlooking a vineyard. The cottage had everything we needed and the breakfast supplies were delicious. Very comfortable beds. Highly recommend
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Natashya Franks, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 16 Jan 2023
Thankyou for your lovely review. We so enjoyed hosting you at St Leonards. The views from the Cottage are beautiful, looking over the vines! Hope you had safe travels home.
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PRICE RANGE
US$177 - US$271 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandMarlborough RegionBlenheim
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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Frequently Asked Questions about St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Which popular attractions are close to St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
Nearby attractions include Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre (3.8 km), Pollard Park (3.8 km), and Seymour Square (3.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
Conveniently located restaurants include Gramado's, Arbour, and The Burleigh Gourmet Pies.
Are there opportunities to exercise at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Afrikaans.