10/10 Excellent
Ashleigh E.
13 April 2025
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Lovely area
Ashleigh E.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14205 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Martinborough, South Wairarapa
- Palliser Estate8 min drive
- Ata Rangi Vineyard9 min drive
- Martinborough Vineyard11 min drive
- Masterton (MRO-Hood)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4/sunroom
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 5/kitchen family room
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3 family
Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
ELLSTONE Rural Gem 2x log fires, decks,mountain views, private,spa.Wifi.homely
Feel at home in the ELLSTONE FARM HOUSE a rural gem! (Email ellstonefarm@gmail or text Jill 0272080026) 240 White Rock Road Martinborough (1km past Brackenridge ) available for up to 15 people. NB Linen is not included!! $15 extra per person, per stay, if you require towels, top and bottom sheets and pillowcases. Plenty of blankets and duvets. Please advise when booking or text Jill on 0272080026 at least 3 days before if linen is required. Because Ellstone is a big house a minimum of 4 guests for $350 (excludes all Bookabach fees) is preferred. are welcome to Text the number above for more information. 15% discount for 7 days or more. Home away from Home! A private sunroom with pullout couch, plus another pullout sofa bed in kitchen/family area and also in lounge, make up sleeping arrangements for large numbers. ELLSTONE is a spacious farm house with all the comforts of home offering 3 ensuite rooms and 3 living areas, 2 log fires, plus heat pump. Private outdoor Spa (only onlookers sheep, or cattle) and large sunny decks. Exhale, and do nothing! Peace and beauty abound on this 900 acre sheep and cattle farm. Beautiful views of rural Wairarapa from the top of gentle rolling hills. A great walk .A short drive to Vineyards, Restaurants, Golf Course and Brackenridge. 4km drive from the Square. Tea and Coffee is included, plus sugar, flour salt,pepper, but all other food and drink needs to be brought with you.
Ellstone is an operating farm, activity can sometimes be operating closeby, and the private self contained annexe off the kitchen may be occupied, by Louise, our Caretaker. Your privacy is assured, she will respect your personal space.
Please leave the property and spa as found. A pet must have it’s own bed and be supervised at all times please i.e not allowed on furniture or beds.
Ellstone is an operating farm, activity can sometimes be operating closeby, and the private self contained annexe off the kitchen may be occupied, by Louise, our Caretaker. Your privacy is assured, she will respect your personal space.
Please leave the property and spa as found. A pet must have it’s own bed and be supervised at all times please i.e not allowed on furniture or beds.
Property manager
Jill and Doug
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Smoking
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Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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Note from host: Property needs to be left as found please
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This property does not have any lifts
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About the area
Martinborough
Located in Martinborough, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Cobblestones Village Museum and Stonehenge Aotearoa are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Martinborough, South Wairarapa
What's nearby
- Palliser Estate - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
- Martinborough Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
- Ata Rangi Vineyard - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
- Martinborough Vineyard - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
- Te Kairanga Wines - 12 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- In the Neighbourhood Coffee House - 7 min drive
- Haythornthwaite Wines - 10 min drive
- Poppies Martinborough - 11 min drive
- Joe Kwong on - 6 min drive
- Coney Wines - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
4.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
4.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Fiona S.
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellstone
Fiona S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike S.
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and peaceful
Mike S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Benny T.
19 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Benny T.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Jo N.
11 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house
Jo N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
The K.
6 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
The K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Trish S.
6 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Epic Location
Trish S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nigel Y.
19 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene and Peaceful
Nigel Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katie N.
11 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay
Katie N.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brent C.
11 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Brent C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Julie S.
23 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Julie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Grace H.
22 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends gathering for Toast
Grace H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wendy O.
15 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellstone
Wendy O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jackie R.
14 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
martinborough stay
Jackie R.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pug M.
2 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural bliss
Pug M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Howard T.
29 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural gem
Howard T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emma D.
11 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay
Emma D.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Luke C.
4 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed, peaceful, well-appointed
Luke C.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hamid M.
20 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing bach
Hamid M.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Maddy G.
8 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Maddy G.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Brett R.
15 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place & environment
Brett R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leigh H.
11 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots for kids to do
Leigh H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte R.
20 August 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Planning over overnighter
Charlotte R.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Benedykt C.
10 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Benedykt C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine S.
17 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Jasmine S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jill and Doug
Doug and Jill enjoy travelling and have stayed at many Bed and Breakfast properties around the world. They offer their home to you, albeit they have a private flat which is occupied by Louise, our Caretaker, occasionally. They know what they want in a holiday house and hope they have provided it for you.
Why they chose this property
Quiet, rural, spacious. Sunny and shady areas, and if its raining, plenty of room inside with 4 sitting rooms. Only 4km from village. Big bedrooms, sleep 3 to 5 people and 3 bathrooms. Hen or stag parties welcome, but the house must be left as found and you need to bring your own linen, or sleeping bags, plus towels. I will provide linen for $15 per person if required, paid direct to my bank account as above.
What makes this property unique
3 large bedrooms with ensuites plus private sunroom with pullout couch Four living areas for privacy if wanted. Outside spaces when you want sun, or shade. Working farm, and farm walks. Private spa pool, only onlookers cattle, or sheep! Tranquil - No neighbours! Only 4 km drive from Martinborough Square
Languages:
English
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