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JoAnne G
Stratford, Canada

Most unfriendly and unwelcoming

2.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 18 Feb 2018
It's hard to believe the rave reviews on this B&B. The hosts were the most unfriendly we've ever come across in many years of travel. Our host met us at the door without a smile and directed us immediately to our room. He said breakfast is at 8:30 but didn't say where. He did not indicate there was anywhere for guests to have as a sitting area, until we asked and then said we could use an uncomfortable cluttered passage (which was also his office) between their living quarters, so we felt like we were intruding as they moved through the room a number of times. His wife never did introduce herself to either of us, and scolded my husband for taking his shoes off. (It was raining torrentially when we arrived, and he thought he was doing the polite thing by taking them off in the house). When we entered the kitchen for breakfast, the host was cooking but failed to acknowledge us at all and only after sitting at the table for 5 minutes, did he finally ask if we wanted breakfast. The room itself was pleasant enough with a large very nice ensuite. Nice views of the bay across the street. However, the rate was the highest we paid for any B&B or hotel room in our month's stay in NZ and not worth it. Far from town, difficult to find, and run by the wrong people.
Date of stay: February 2018
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
2.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Reviewed 12 February 2018 via mobile

My husband and I had a great stay at this lovely and charming B&B in Seatoun near Wellington. The B&B has a lot of charm. The house is more than 100 years old and the owners have maintained it really well keeping its original style intact.
Our room had a fantastic view to the sea/the bay into Wellington. All the rooms (3) actually have a sea view. Our room was beautifully decorated. Our breakfast was delicious, Craig is a very good cook.
We can definitely recommend this B&B

Date of stay: January 2018
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 11 February 2018 via mobile

When we arrived the greeting was scanty and brisk. Only the man spoke to us; the woman was never introduced and showed no interest in us during our stay except to demand that we keep our shoes on in the house and not leave them by the door.
There was no sitting area for guests except in a crowded and uncomfortable room which served as a passageway.
We had booked the most expensive, ensuite room. The other accommodation had even less privacy.
Breakfast was a rushed affair (the woman, whose name we never heard spoken) did not appear. The man did not speak to us when we arrived in the common breakfast area, at one end of the kitchen, so we introduced ourselves to the other guests and made do with what was on the table. Eventually were offered a fried egg. After many of the other guests had finished eating a half-heated offer of croissant was made, but we were just happy to pay up and get out of the unfriendly atmosphere.
We had good experiences in New Zealand; this was not one.

Date of stay: February 2018
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 12 January 2018 via mobile

We stayed overnight at the Beachfront B&B. Our room was nicely outfitted, including coffee and tea facilities in the room. We did share a bath with one other set of guests; I believe some en suite options are available. Our host was warm and friendly, and provided a good breakfast. The beach is literally right across the street. If you have a car, this is a great option while in Wellington.

Date of stay: January 2018
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 30 December 2017

We had a magical time at this B&B, Jude and Craig are the most thoughtful and lovely hosts one could wish for. The house is absolutely gorgeous and our room just lovely. Everything kept spotless, bathroom seemed to be newly refurbished to a high standard. Craig cooks you breakfast in the morning and Jude seems to bake/make everything herself including the awesome granola that's part of the breakfast. I travelled with my mother and we both agreed this was probably the nicest B&B we've ever stayed in. Views are beautiful and it was so amazing to be able to just walk across the road to the beach. In the end Jude sent us off with freshly baked mince-pies and Craig even drove us to the airport. Could not have asked for better or more personal yet professional service. We recommend this B&B wholeheartedly!

Date of stay: December 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Reviewed 4 November 2017

Located quite far from the city center and right at the beach provided for the quiet atmosphere and the view from the room was amazing. The owners were very nice and friendly and were always up for a chat. Breakfast was delicious and prepared on the spot. Overall it was a very pleasant stay and I would return again.

Room tip: Great view from rooms
Date of stay: October 2017
  • Trip type: Travelled solo
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