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Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$473
avg per night

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Roys Hill, Hawke's Bay
  • Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hawke's Bay Opera House
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Splash Planet
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

Room

  • 180 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Price is NZ$473 avg per night,

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About the area

Roys Hill

Roys Hill is home to this lodge. Trinity Hill and Unison are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Frimley Park and Cornwall Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hawke's Bay Racecourse or Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Splash Planet - 15 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Church Road Winery - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Mission Estate Winery - 20 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Marine Parade - 22 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Napier Beach - 27 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪C J Pask Winery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jarks Cityside Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. Hastings - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Exclusive hilltop retreat in the heart of Hawke's Bay -walk to the wineries!

Escape to the heart of New Zealand's renowned Hawke's Bay wine region and discover the unparalleled splendour of Gimblett Lodge. Tucked away amidst rolling vineyards in its own private farm and garden, this exclusive retreat is an architectural grand design that provides a sanctuary of country comfort and style.

At Gimblett Lodge, every detail has been meticulously crafted to ensure an unforgettable experience. Your extraordinary escape awaits.

As you step inside, you'll be immersed in an ambiance of refined elegance.

The Lodge boasts soaring ceilings, inviting you to sink into sumptuous sofas and indulge in panoramic views through floor to ceiling windows. Through the front entrance there is a spacious lounge/living area (35m2) off the hallway. Enjoy stunning sunsets and sunrises from the exquisitely comfortable living area and decks. The feature conference table serves as an office or dining area. There are several sofas, including one with a pull-out bed option.

Retreat to the woodland bedroom and awake refreshed and rejuvenated, ready to embrace another day of adventure. The large main bedroom (25m2) faces the olive grove and has direct access to the west/north deck. There is a separate shower room and a separate toilet.

Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, or simply a moment of tranquility, let us elevate your stay to new heights of indulgence.

You will have exclusive access to the Lodge's rooms, decks and the olive grove garden.

Your hosts will let you know what parts of the farm and vineyards are open for you to explore.

The Lodge has the red front door. Park next to the ramp.

Laundry access is through the garage.

For the more active guests, explore the farm trails, join in a local wine tasting, or ride the off-road cycle trails. The airport and local towns are nearby.
It is a short walk to wineries (in the newest wine capital of the world!), e-bike rentals and the start of 200+ km of Hawke's Bay bike trails. Further afield- Napier/Hastings airport is less than 30 minutes away, and the towns of Hastings and Havelock North are a 15 minute country drive.

You have a choice of 3 golf courses within 20 minutes drive.

The Lodge is in a working vineyard and farm area with access through a shared winery driveway. Follow the 20kph speed limit.

Property manager

Jo Blakeley

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Exclusive hilltop retreat in the heart of Hawke's Bay -walk to the wineries! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exclusive hilltop retreat in the heart of Hawke's Bay -walk to the wineries!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exclusive hilltop retreat in the heart of Hawke's Bay -walk to the wineries!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Exclusive hilltop retreat in the heart of Hawke's Bay -walk to the wineries! located?

Situated in Roys Hill, this lodge is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Trinity Hill and within 3 miles (5 km) of Unison and Ngatarawa. Good Fun Bike Rides and Stonecroft Wines are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exclusive hilltop retreat in the heart of Hawke's Bay -walk to the wineries! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Getaway
First of all, the views are stunning. One can sit and watch the whole evening evolve before you. We biked to a few wineries from the property and location was perfect. The property itself was amazing to explore and we so enjoyed our morning walk. Jo and Bruce were exception hosts and nothing was too much effort. We even were given a bundle of feijoas when we left. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Needing Quiet? - don’t stay here
We booked a Feb stay there solely with the expectation we could relax and take in the fabulous rural views. To sit with a book on the verandah and enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside. Not to be.. At 6:30 every morning we woke to the noise of gas powered bird guns firing 6-8 shots per minute until 8 pm ish every day. We were not warned about this until our arrival. We had no choice but to shut doors and pull curtains to reduce the noise, but mostly we left the property for most of the day to stay sane. Maybe music to the ears of those invested in vineyards but for us it was disappointingly invasive. Beautifully built, but it’s a shared washing machine in the garage, and only electric jug/coffee pod machine/microwave cooking facilities in the hallway.maybe we picked the wrong season ?
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay in NZ
Wonderful host. Five star experience. Magnificent view right next to wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024