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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.
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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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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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Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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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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We were booked into this very homely B&B by our agents Audley Travel (who by the way were fantastic and knowledgeable about NZ) We loved everything about the place which was a sheep dairy farm in the past and we had the pleasure of staying in the old dairy cottage. A small cute stand alone building next to the main cottage with everything you need for a two day stay. Very comfortable bed, table chairs, fridge and microwave if needed and a nice comfortable ensuite. The owners Marcus & Michelle were perfect hospitable hosts who would make the locals proud.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Michele Williams, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your comments and that you enjoyed your stay with us. we do hope that the rest of your journey continued well and you made it home safely. Kind regards
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Marcus and Michelle, what a lovely couple. We stayed in the Old Dairy, it had everything we needed for a 2 night stay, the bed was super comfy and the shower was excellent. We used the BBQ on both nights and had an excellent stay. The hot tub at 9pm watching the stars was especially romantic and enjoyable. Stay in this oasis of joy, it really will refresh you. My highlight was being shown Ned in the distance!!
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Date of stay: February 2020
2 Helpful votes
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Response from Michele Williams, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 9 Mar 2020
Thank you Devonroamer for your fabulous review of your recent time spent here in The Old Dairy. Marcus and I are thrilled you had an excellent stay, we thoroughly enjoyed your company. Take care Kind regards Michele and Marcus
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andrewomahony23 wrote a review Feb 2020
Stockton Heath, United Kingdom135 contributions104 helpful votes
Stayed at St Leonard’s for two nights during our NZ road trip. We stayed in The Cottage which was great. Marcus and Michele were not there when we arrived but the had left a welcoming note on their door with directions to the cottage. They came by later on to introduce themselves and were extremely friendly and ready to help with any queries. Breakfast provisions were in the fridge (eggs laid by their hens, fresh juice, milk and bread) and the kitchen was well stocked. We were there over valentines weekend so went to the supermarket (5 min drive or 20 min walk) to stock up and make ourselves dinner each night. It was fab to be able to spread out and relax after lots of hotel rooms. There’s a nice pool and hot tub as well. Really enjoyed our stay
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Michele Williams, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 21 Feb 2020
Thank you Andrew for your lovely review for your recent stay in The Cottage. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us over Valentines weekend, and appreciated the space in your cottage along with the breakfast provisions, pool and hot tub. All the best. Kind regards Michele and Marcus.
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Great place to stay, I wish we had more time here. The Cottage is very clean and well appointed with everything needed for a comfortable stay, including a “breakfast pack” which comprised OJ, yoghurts, milk, muesli, eggs, bread etc. Nice to meet the sheep and feed them lemons from the trees, and to see the deer, alpaca and chickens. Excellent hosts, very helpful with advice on wine tours and what to expect on the next stage of our NZ tour. Thanks to Michele and Marcus.
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Date of stay: February 2020
2 Helpful votes
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Response from Michele_Marcus, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 14 Feb 2020
Thank you for taking time to review your recent stay with us. Marcus and I are aways thrilled to receive an overall great review as you have given us. A shame you couldn't have stayed longer...next time. Kind regards Michele and Marcus
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We would like to thank Michelle and Marcus for doing everything possible to make our stay of 2 nights so amazing. Everything about this place is spot on,from the owners,location,things to see etc. We had the pleasure of Michelle and Marcus's company for a few hours on our last night sharing a couple of glasses of wine, a fantastic evening, thank you. We couldn't have asked for anything more from our stay. We would highly recommend this place if you are looking for accommodation in the Marlborough wine region. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Gary and Elinot x
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Date of stay: February 2020
2 Helpful votes
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Response from Michele_Marcus, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 14 Feb 2020
Thank you Gary and Elinot for your wonderful review for your recent stay in The Old Dairy. It was such a pleasure to have met you both, we enjoyed every minute of you stay here with us. Thank you for your company and a few good laughs. Take Care Michele and Marcus
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The cottages are situated in a large and beautiful garden surrounded by vineyards. The complex also has yards containing fruit trees and a variety of tame animals - sheep, llamas, deer, and chickens. Our cottage was clean and comfortable and well equipped - we even had some freshly laid eggs from the chickens. The hosts were very friendly, polite and helpful. They achieved that delicate balance of being around and sociable without intruding on our peace and serenity. while there we also visited the Aviation Historical Museum and the Blenheim Museum and would recommend both. All in all a great two night stay which we would recommend and repeat should we return to Blenheim.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from Michele_Marcus, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 4 Jan 2020
Thank you very much for reviewing your stay with us at St Leonards, all your lovely comments are very much appreciated. We look forward to seeing you again should you be back this way. Warm regards Michele and Marcus.
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The hosts are the rudest people on the earth. The refused to check in azt 8pm with 3 little children just because there were one more 4 child with us. The apartmant was for 5 adults (we were 4 adults, 2 children and 1 infant). However we have alread paid the price. They also refused that 2 adults and one infant to check in. It was 9 pm and we trevalled 600 kms that day. Just imagine. The accomodation is very expensive. There are much more and much better places to stay in this region. Choose something else
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Michele_Marcus, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 17 Dec 2019
Hello Daniel, Thank you for the review, we acknowledge your concerns. You booked for "4 adults and 1 child" Upon arrival you had - "4 Adults and 3 Children" A TOTAL OF 7 Due to compliance regulations we can accommodate a maximum number of 5 guests in The Woolshed at any one time. We endeavored to source alternative accommodation for you in a timely manor. Payment was immediately reversed as we were unable to accommodate 7 persons. Regards
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My husband and I stayed here on our honeymoon and we had the most incredible stay at St Leonard’s. We have been traveling for 4 months and this has been our favorite accommodation. Would highly recommend for any couple or family! Most importantly, the hosts Marcus and Michele are the kindest people we have ever met and truly make you feel like you are staying with family. Cottage: Our place was charming with the feel of an old farm cottage outfitted with clean modern conveniences (heat, AC, kitchenette, etc.) The kitchen had everything we needed and bed was extremely comfortable. Property: The cottages are nestled in vineyards so they are very private and from the property you always have views of the vines. The property also has a small farm with fruit trees that you are…
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Date of stay: November 2019
2 Helpful votes
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Response from Michele_Marcus, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 27 Nov 2019
Hello Rachel, Wow, thank you for this very special review, it was so lovely having you stay with us for 3 days in the cottages. We very much enjoyed your company and chatting with you, and we are so happy you had a wonderful experience here with us at St Leonards. Marcus and I would like to wish you all the best for your future travels and happiness.
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We stayed here for 2 nights after travelling the North Island and staying in large chain hotels. This little gem was just a breath of fresh air with very comfortable self catering accommodation, very clean, well appointed in a beautiful location and the most wonderful hosts in Michelle and Marcus. A perfect base for exploring Marlborough and the vineyards. They are full of local knowledge and gave advice on sights to see and the fresh eggs provided in their breakfast hamper from their small holding are the best! Highly recommend!
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Michele_Marcus, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 16 Nov 2019
Hello and thank you for reviewing our self catering accommodation. We are so very appreciative of your comments with regards to being a perfect base in a beautiful location and you highly recommending us. Thank you and kind regards Michele and Marcus.
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Rather unusual with 5 separate cottages all of different size and accommodation. We stayed in “the dairy” which is the smallest of them, perhaps a little too small, but we had a look at some of the other rooms and all were well presented and maintained the quaint feel that pervades. Breakfast in the fridge included ultra fresh eggs and the rooms provide cooking facilities so fried eggs on toast it was. With a lovely outlook it was breakfast al fresco. Dinner was more complex as it is a 3 km walk to the nearest hostelry - or a taxi ride. Marcus and Michele were great hosts and clearly care about their guests.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Michele_Marcus, Owner at St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Responded 10 Nov 2019
Thank you for taking the time to review our property and your stay with us in The Old Dairy. We are pleased that you enjoyed breakfast al fresco especially the eggs from our hens and the lovely outlook. Kind regards Michele and Marcus.
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PRICE RANGE
US$141 - US$158 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
st leonards vineyard hotel, st leonards vineyard blenheim
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandMarlborough RegionBlenheim
NUMBER OF ROOMS
5
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