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Very quiet setting. Vicarage has been restored to early conditions but with modern amenities. All rooms are large with good views of the gardens and outdoor seating area for each room. Super owner/manager - had a pleasant afternoon sitting with him in the rear courtyard, sampling wines from his vineyard and next morning having a tour of the restored vicarage. Close to many other vineyards in the area. Short 10 minute drive to Amberley (closest town) for restaurants, groceries, etc. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Room Tip:Â Rooms in main vicarage are brighter and airier than the renovated stable, but stable has the spa....
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The Old Glemnark Vicarage had previously been described to us as the smallest winery in New Zealand. The wines have attractive names based on the history of the vicarage, and they're very tasty. Our delightful room occupied a sunny corner overlooking the garden. The charming bathroom had a clawfoot tub. We felt very pampered during our stay.
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Date of stay: February 2012
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Loved this character filled barn, very spacious and filled with eclectic objects. Damian is a great host, provided breakfast ingredients for a country style big breakfast with eggs from the chickens on the property.He even lit the fire for us. The hot spa was an unexpected treat on quite a cold day. Loved the Wicked Vicar wines too.
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Date of stay: November 2018
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Both the bedrooms are upstairs with bathroom downstairs, so that could be an issue for guests...
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Took my wife to Waipara,Hanmer for our 20th wedding anniversary.This was an ideal place to stay as it is central to all the vineyards. We stayed in the old barn which is self contained.Cooked our own dinner,Damien our host provided produce for us to cook our breakfast.Lite the woodburner,soaked in the spa pool,played old vinyl records.Great night. The only small complaint we had was that the bed could have been of a better quality stopping me giving it a excellent rating.
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Date of stay: October 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were looking for a romantic getaway halfway between Christchurch airport and Kaikoura and boy did we find it. We stayed in the barn, a self contained, two bedroom house complete with hammocks and private spa pool. Very friendly hosts had the wood burner lit and ready, supplied us with a fantastic breakfast and showed us where to head out for a lovely meal and for an early morning walk. Great to sample the superb wine as well as the chutney. We enjoyed exploring the house and finding unusual nik naks in every nook and cranny. A memorable stay.
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Date of stay: June 2014
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Set in beautiful gardens and vineyards, the Old Vicarage is a stunning B&B that is elegant, peaceful and overflowing with old world charm.
The rooms are large, bright and very well presented. Sitting here now looking out over the Autumn gardens I honestly have to admit I'm instantly relaxed and needing to remember I'm not here on holidays (shame).
Peace, quiet and ideal for a special occasion, the Old Glenmark Vicarage will certainly be a highlight of this New Zealand tour.
A very special thanks to The Old Glenmark Vicarage for sponsoring the Circus Challenge NZ schools tour!
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Date of stay: May 2016Trip type: Travelled on business
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It was our last night in NZ and we were between Waipara and Christchurch. This great place didn't disappoint from the extremely comfortable bed through to the small touches of heated towels, great breakfast and huge clawed bath (we were in the rimu room). Damian and his family were welcoming hosts and have done beautiful work restoring this grand old house.
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Date of stay: May 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were going to UB40 concert at Waipara Hills winery and the Old Glenmark Vicarage were the only one with a room still available. I am so glad that we stayed the night there. The accomodation is situated in a lovely environment, the home is beautiful and and so was our room. Comfortable bed, clean room/bathroom and a lovely breakfast for the next morning. The hosts were friendly and welcoming upon arrival. Only down side was that we only stayed one night! We will definitely come back and hopefully try out the Barn.
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Date of stay: January 2016
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We had decided to do the Waipara wine trail for a day & based ourselves at the barn accommodation at the old vicarage and we were very happy we did!! Because i had an early flight i asked for an early checkin so we could hit the trail (on borrowed bikes from the vicarage i might add) that was not a problem, and the check out was at our leisure before 12pm!! The barn is an awesome mix of boho/asian/country with an indoor spa to soak those weary legs after the at times hilly trail. Felt that they went beyond their call of duty by offering us a pickup after the weather turned & we found ourselves riding in the rain. Cant say enough about the place, it would be a great place for friends, family & couples as it really does have something for everyone!! Go and enjoy a stay at the old glenmark vicarage! Oh and their wines very good too!!! I'd like to think we will have a chance to return again in the summer 😀
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A delightful historic home, beautifully restored to former glory. The main house accommodation was excellent - attractive, well proportioned, comfortable and well appointed. The owner was very welcoming and we enjoyed a tasting of some of his excellent wines. The surroundings are peaceful and form part of a local wine trail. It is the ideal base to head to after arrival in Christchurch.
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Date of stay: February 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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