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The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt

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Stylish two-story home with a symmetrical design, featuring a combination of white siding and trim.
Relax in a warm and inviting space with a comfortable seating area and a cozy reading nook.
Cozy loft-style room with a sloped ceiling, featuring a bed, nightstand, and window.
Relax in this inviting living room with a dining table for two, a comfortable sofa, and a TV on a stand.
Surrounded by rolling hills and mountains, this serene lakeside setting offers breathtaking views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 590 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt

The Stablehand Quarters is a new stylish cottage set within the grounds of Gunyah Country Estate. With wonderful views of Mt Hutt, Winterslow, Old Man's Peak, as well as peeks at other ranges, it is a quiet conveniently located home for many tourist attractions in the Methven area (skiing, golf, hot air ballooning, fishing, bush walks, landscape).
Cool in the summer, warm in the winter, well appointed and full of character.
Special conditions:
No Smoking inside or outside. No parties, no tents, no dossers. Cleaning: Leave property as found or Optional cleaning fee on exit. One night stay permitted with extra $ 20 surcharge applying per stay.

Extras: Cleaning Fee on Exit (Optional, NZ$70.00 per stay); Linen (included); Full Cooked Breakfast (Optional, NZ$29.50 per person); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

SimonettaF

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Stablehand Quarters Cottage
The Stablehand Quarters Hororata
The Stablehand Quarters Cottage Hororata

About the area

Map
Methven (Mt Hutt), Methven

What's nearby

  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 22 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 24 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 36 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 41 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Lincoln University - 58 min drive - 73.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Prime Foods Nz - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hororata Cafe & Wine Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hororata Village Bar & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Willows Cafe & Golf Course - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt?

As of 14 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt on 16 Jul 2025 start from NZ$283.86, 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.

What time is check-in at The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Rakaia Gorge and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Hororata Golf Club. Rakaia Gorge Walkway and Washpen Falls are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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The Stablehand Quarters at Gunyah Country Estate by Mt Hutt Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

Very comfortable & well equipped, would’ve stayed longer if we’d known. But it was difficult to find! Google maps just took us to Glentunnel, where we got uncertain directions from the shop.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Les

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great spot

A lovely place to stay. Quiet and away from everything. We had a lovely time. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stablehand’s Quarters.

Good accommodation. Friendly dogs. Lovely grounds. Unfortunately had noisy neighbours first night. Second night lovely and quiet. Great log burner. Comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, relaxing stay on the farm.

We stayed 5 nights here because of the central location to surrounding summer hikes, Rakaia Gorge, Arthur's Pass, Mt Hutt. Travelled no more than 1 1/2 hrs in any direction to get to hikes. The two bedrooms were ideal, comfortable bathroom with underfloor heating, excellent kitchen with everything you need to cook. Large fridge, oven and gas cooktop. Be prepared though with groceries before arriving as not in an 'urban'area. Go to Rolleston Countdown for cheapest shopping and stock up. Methven and smaller towns have less range and more expensive prices/shorter opening times. If you want peace and quiet and a visit from two friendly farm dogs, this is the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing

This is a picturesque rural location. The Quarters are comfortable with everything we needed. The local farm eggs were delicious. Friendly hosts. The nearby Washpen Falls walk is well worth it. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

John G.

Lovely isolated location yet an easy drive from Christchurch.

Lovely isolated location yet an easy drive from Christchurch.
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10/10 Excellent

Kelvin A.

We loved our weekend stay.

We loved our weekend stay. Very highly recommended.