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Riverstone House

3.5 star property
Geraldine Downs B&B in historical district
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Suite, Ground Floor
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Suite, Ground Floor | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
Feel at home
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

Room options

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Superior Room (Upstairs Retreat)

Superior Room (Upstairs Retreat)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ground Floor

Suite, Ground Floor

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 11 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
91 Pye Road, The Downs, RD 21, Geraldine Downs, Canterbury, 7991

What's nearby

  • Vintage Car & Machinery Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Geraldine Observatory - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 28 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 104 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Geraldine Orchard Farmshop & Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mundell's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Berry Barn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Geraldine Fish Supply - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Riverstone House

Riverstone House is a great choice for a stay in Geraldine Downs. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and English breakfast daily. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 2 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 20
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The host will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 20

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Off-site

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning
  • Private dining
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Pool toys
  • Fireplace guard
  • Pool gate
  • Outlet covers
  • Fence around the pool
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Archery
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Bike parking
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 100.0 per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Riverstone House B&B Geraldine
Riverstone House B&B
Riverstone House Geraldine
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast
Riverstone House Geraldine Downs
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast Geraldine Downs

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverstone House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Riverstone House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Riverstone House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Riverstone House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverstone House?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Riverstone House and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area, a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around Riverstone House like?
Riverstone House is a short 20-minute walk from Geraldine Observatory and 3 minutes' walk from Vintage Car & Machinery Museum.

Riverstone House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hosts and a gorgeous property made for a love stay. Best night sleep.
Jennifer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ken and Jenny were outstanding hosts, nothing was a problem. The garden is lovely and we loved coming back in the afternoon, sitting outside overlooking the lovely garden and enjoying the bird song with a glass of wine. There was fresh milk in the fridge with various drink options so if you didnt want wine you were covered.
Keith, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a lovely B & B run by a warm and friendly couple. Their home and grounds sit on five acres of stunning gardens. The room is upstairs in their home with an airy full bathroom. There's a bar fridge stocked with water and milk (for coffee). Coffee, teas, and hot drinks are in the room as well as an iron and board should you need them. We didn't use the TV and the WiFi was very good. Our hosts offered a lovely breakfast with fresh fruit, hot drinks, cereals, toast, and homemade jams. Since we're vegan, we don't know the other breakfast options that are available. This place was a lovely discovery on the drive to Christchurch from the West Coast. Thanks, Jennie and Ken!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at The Riverstone House. Ken and Jenny are excellent friendly hosts. The room was wonderful and the grounds and gardens are beautifully maintained. Breakfast was cooked to order. Great value!
Michael, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Heather, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kylie, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An excellent stay
An extremely friendly welcome and very comfortable room, this was our first night in New Zealand and got our holiday off to an excellent start. The location is blissfully quiet and only a short drive to good restaurants in Geraldine. No hesitation in highly recommending.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hosts are delightful, go above and beyond to make one's stay comfortable and engaging!
Raymond, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Location was lovely and quiet.
Di, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

spotlessly clean. very friendly hosts who went out of their way to make our stay so enjoyable and memorable. beautiful, peaceful gardens. superb experience
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Geraldine Gem
Excellent property, wonderfully run by Jenny and Ken. Room and breakfast outstanding. Would recommend highly. Hosts very friendly and welcoming.
Gordon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting...unique lodge
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Abundant bird life.
Friendly welcoming hosts with lots of local knowledge. Great cooked breakfast each morning. Beautiful room, lovely gardens and abundant bird life makes this a great location. We would definitely stay again.
Steven, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly hosts, beautiful garden setting, comfortable room, delicious breakfast.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Real friendly welcome . Beautiful home & grounds. Exceptionally comfy bed. Great breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Jill, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
Cute little B&B with nice grounds to stroll and a number of happy animals to join your walk about. The proprietor was kind, helpful, and easy going.
Keenan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful gardens and well appointed B&B. Ken and Jenny were delightful and very accommodating. The room was super clean and updated. Breakfast was delicious. Perfect location to do day trips to Mount Cook, Raika Gorge, and Hakatere. Excellent hiking opportunities nearby.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely stay with Jenny and Ken. The room was comfortable and wepl appointed. We loved how it looked onto their beautiful gardens. We’d definitely recommend staying at Riverstone House.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

J L, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Met by two adorable British Blue shorthair cats who made us feel very welcome. The hosts were efficient and the room was clean. Extremely comfortable bed which meant we fell asleep within minutes of our heads touching the pillow. TV very easy to use. Lovely breakfast.
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect, one of if not the best.
Extremely pleased with Everything and Everybody with our stay at the BB. Seriously great stay, great bed, great shower, great facilities ,great people and a great breakfast oh yes also a very peaceful spit with some great views.
Peter, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Quiet,lovely property. Very comfortable. Would stay again.
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very quiet and peaceful. Enjoyed petting their two cats, Misty and Cocoa
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review