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Gunyah Country Estate

Property class: 4

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Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden at Gunyah Country Estate. Get out on the links at this guest house and enjoy amenities such as a driving range and a golf pro shop. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours and archery. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a library.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

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View all photos for Country Estate Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a chair, a small table, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

Country Estate Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Country Estate Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single Beds, Ensuite, Balcony Garden View

  • Hill view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Country Estate Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, two bedside lamps, and a small table with glasses and a bottle.

Country Estate Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Hill view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Country Estate Deluxe Double Room,1 King Bed, Ensuite Mountain View

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a small table with a tray.

Country Estate Deluxe Double Room,1 King Bed, Ensuite Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for The Granary at Gunyah 3 Bedroom Self-Catering Holiday House

A two-story house with a front porch, a small balcony, and a garage.

The Granary at Gunyah 3 Bedroom Self-Catering Holiday House

  • Garden view
  • 149 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House

A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a red sofa.

Stablehand Quarters 2 Bedrooms Self-Catering Holiday House

  • Garden view
  • 99 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Cabin

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a blue sofa, and a small dining table.

Economy Cabin

  • Hill view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Chalet

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a window with curtains, and a decorative wall panel.

Chalet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Queen Room

A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, two bedside lamps, and a table with glasses and a pitcher.

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, a desk with a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Windwhistle, Gunyah Country Estate is in a rural area and on a river. Hororata Golf Club and Washpen Falls are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. Travelling with kids? Consider Waimak Alpine Jet and Salmon World. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and hunting. Visit our Windwhistle travel guide
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Map
Sleemans Road, Windwhistle, 7572

What's nearby

  • A stone bridge over a river, surrounded by lush greenery and a rocky shoreline.
    Rakaia Gorge
    14 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Hororata Golf Club
    15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway
    18 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    35 min drive - 41.3 km
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area
    39 min drive - 53.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    55 min drive

About this property

Gunyah Country Estate

  • Upscale family-friendly guest house by the river
  • Consider a stay at Gunyah Country Estate and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden. Get out on the links at this guest house and enjoy amenities such as a driving range and a golf pro shop. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours and archery. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking and extended parking
    • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge) and luggage storage
    • 1 meeting room, an off-lead area and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and room service.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • Private gardens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Ecotours
  • Golf driving range
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Pro golf shop
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 377 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1912
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 12 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 16 September 2026 to 31 December 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 30 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 80.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 80.0 per night
  • Laundry fee: NZD 35 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Gunyah Country Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 kg per pet. There's a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Gunyah Country Estate?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gunyah Country Estate on 24 Aug 2026 start from NZ$251, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gunyah Country Estate?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gunyah Country Estate?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Gunyah Country Estate?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Gunyah Country Estate located?

This family-friendly Windwhistle guesthouse is located on a river, 4 mi (6.5 km) from Rakaia Gorge, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Rakaia Gorge Walkway and Hororata Golf Club. Washpen Falls and Awa Awa Rata Reserve are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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