Sturm's Gully Reserve
Sturm's Gully Reserve, Bluff Hill, Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand- Park
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Luxurious Chalets with Stunning Views
Bluff Hill Bed & Breakfast offers chalets with balconies showcasing picturesque garden and pool views. The sun terrace with barbecue facilities is perfect for relaxation.
Convenient Location for Exploring
Situated near Port of Napier, Bluff Hill National Park, and McLean Park, our B&B provides easy access to key attractions. Te Mata Peak is also within reach for a day trip.
Delicious Breakfast and Nearby Dining Options
Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast including homemade bread and granola. Explore various dining choices just a short drive away for a culinary adventure.
Book now for a memorable stay at Bluff Hill Bed & Breakfast!
Check-in from
04:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Not allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
21 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
31 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
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Tout , plus spécialement l’accueil et le petit déjeuner avec produits faits maison
Rien
Very comfortable garden cottage surrounded by beautiful greenery and trees. Kitty was a great host and also a fantastic baker. Fresh bread and pastries each morning for breakfast. The cottage is a 20 minute walk downhill into Napier. Easy to catch an Uber after dinner each night to take you back up the steep hill.
Nothing not too like
Our stay with Kitty was absolutely amazing. We loved every single part of it, from the suite we stayed in that just radiated comfort and coziness, to the amenities, the breakfast supplied by Kitty and the helpful information she supplied. When we arrived I was still recovering from a hard flu and this stay was exactly what we both needed to rejuvenate for our second half of our trip. Kitty truly is a fantastic host. There was a cyclone warning for the island and even though it was hitting days before we were even due at Kitty's place she reached out to make sure that we knew and were secure for the duration. That's just how thoughtful she is. An excellent place to stay where you get both all the seclusion you could need, and a lovely, non invasive host who makes you feel very welcome. We would book back with Kitty in a heartbeat and she changed my partners entire opinion on staying at B&B's. Now we just have to find ones as good as Kitty's!
Nothing. Everything was so thoughtfully done, you could tell thought was put into every amenity and what people might want.
Wonderful Bed and Breakfast with the most delicious breakfast. We arrived to find our names on our reserved parking spot and Kitti (our host)welcoming us with a smile. She walked us to our cottage and provided us with information on local activities and restaurants. The cottage is so lovely it is designed from a story book. We felt right at home. The shower had excellent pressure, the bed was comfortable and it was nice to have a tv with Netflix. The next morning we woke up to the most delicious breakfast of fresh pastries, cake, breads, jams, fresh orange juice and all other sorts of wonderful treats. Kitti is the most delightful host we have ever met she truly goes beyond to make her guests feel welcome and comfortable. I highly recommend this Bed and Breakfast to anyone looking for a relaxing and peaceful time.
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The VERY best breakfast...homemade bread, rolls, and pastries. Kitty is an amazing hostess!!
Nothing could have made our stay better. We enjoyed everything...
Staying at Bluff Hill was an absolute delight. We stayed for 3 nights in the little cottage, it was small but quirky, delightful and had everything we needed. There were plenty of towels, well stocked kitchenette and a chocolate on the bed when we arrived as well as cookies and some sweets in a jar Kitty is a legend and helped us with washing and general advice. Each morning she baked pastries which were delicious. Nothing was too much trouble and we felt very well looked after. Including very detailed instructions as to how to find the b&b Would thoroughly recommend a visit. .
Be aware the walking path into town is very steep. Road is steep and windy for the last couple of minutes
Kitty is a friendly and kind host. She bakes buns and bread for breakfast herself. The cottage is immaculate. I recommend her to everyone.
Nothing. It was very good.
Exceptional location, exceptional accommodation, exceptional hosts and exceptional breakfast 👏
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Es ist eine traumhafte Unterkunft und Kitty und Peter tolle Gastgeber. wir haben uns rundum wohl gefühlt und kommen definitiv wieder! Das Frühstück war sehr lecker, das selbstgemachte Sauerteig und die Homemade Pastries sind ein Traum!
Great location, cute cottage. Lovely owner and a fab breakfast with gorgeous home made pastries.
Clean, comfortable, great indoor and outdoor space, perfect location, hosts were so kind and friendly, gorgeous home baked breakfast too, the best accommodation we have been to in New Zealand.
Great hostess, great location like an oasis in a town. Great breakfast including delicious bread and pastries baked by Kitty.
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All and also the chit chat we had during breakfast with kitty and peter
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We loved everything about our stay. The hosts were so friendly and welcoming.
Nothing. It was All wonderful.
Beautiful setting with a scrumptious breakfast including baking by friendly Kitty the hostess.
Kitty was very friendly, the location was right for us and the breakfast was superb
Sensational breakfast. Super location. Friendly and welcoming hosts
Very clean, lovely setting, peaceful environment, good breakfast, great host
Pillows could be a firmer for my liking
Prachtige bnb! Kitty is een voortreffelijke host en enorm attent. Je merkt dat er heel veel liefde in de bnb zit. Kitty maakt elke ochtend heerlijk ontbijt en geeft goede tips over de omgeving.
Eine wunderschöne Unterkunft hoch über Napier in einem schönen Garten. Kitty ist eine tolle Gastgeberin. Wir haben das Frühstück sehr genossen, es gab sogar selbst gebackenes Brot. Aussedem haben wir viele gute Tipps erhalten. Trotz der Lage auf dem Berg kann man die Innenstadt zu Fuß erreichen. Es ist ein schöner Spaziergang durch ein verwunschenes Tal.
Ein Hinweis: Die Zufahrt ist extrem schwer zu finden. Sie liegt direkt in einer Kurve gegenüber dem Bluff Hill Bowling Club.
Das einzig "richtige" b&b auf unserer NZ-Reise. Jeden Tag gab es frisches, selbstgebackenes Brot, Eier, Wurst und Käse, sowie natürlich Müsli und frisches Obst zum Frühstück, das liebevoll für alle Gäste an einem großen Tisch bereitet wurde. Kitty ist die beste Gastgeberin, die man sich vorstellen kann. Für uns einzigartig!!! Außerdem ein wunderschöner Garten mit Pool, der von Peter gepflegt wird.
Dass wir nicht länger bleiben konnten!!!
De host
Het bed was 140 cm
Ein sehr gemütliches kleines Cottage mit einem umwerfenden Frühstück in einem wunderschönen Garten!
Etwas außerhalb und zu Fuß mit etwas anstrengenden Anstiegen zu bewältigen.
Everything! Great location only a short (20min) walk from town if you don't mind 1 short steep hill! Kitty was a fabulous host: welcoming, friendly, informative, and talented baker, too! The place is beautifully decorated, incredibly comfy, and the pool was great for a refreshing dip. It's also a very short walk to Bkuff Hill Lookout for fabulous sunset views!
Nothing. It's ALL great!
Great location. Separate sitting room. Lovely breakfast. Handmade bread and pastries. Friendly and helpful hosts. Strongly recommend.
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Si vous souhaitez un petit coin cosy pour votre séjour, avec un environnement à couper le souffle où seul les chants des oiseaux bercent vos rêves...Alors vous avez trouvé... Encore un doute ? 🤨 Des hôtes supers sympats, qui parlent même un peu français, si vous avez la nostalgie du pays...😉 Le petit déjeuner ? Est à tomber par terre, autant pour la variété que pour la qualité... et fait maison !!! Si si... 😋 Le petit chalet, très bien pour 2 personnes est aménagé avec goût et tout le confort dont vous avez besoin. Le lit très confortable semblera vouloir vous retenir le matin tellement il est douillet... Même les serviettes de toilette sont généreuses et moilleuses... 🫠 Un emplacement pour votre voiture, une piscine donnant sur la " jungle" 🦧⛱️🐒 J'arrête là car si vous continuez à me lire, il sera trop tard pour reserver... Une personne plus rapide, vous aura soufflé, ce petit coin de paradis, sous votre nez 🤣🤣🤣
Je cherche... 🤔 Heuuuu 🤕... Ben Non... Rien, tout était parfait !!! 🤓 Ha si, j'oubliais... MERCI pour ces 2 jours de bonheur
Peaceful, relaxed, lovely setting. Host very welcoming
Wir haben zwei Nächte in dem kleinen, liebevoll eingerichteten Cottage mit eigener Terrasse gewohnt. Das Frühstück gab es bei Kitty im Haupthaus. Es war sehr lecker und umfangreich.
Excellent host and breakfast. Loved the garden, sheltered, bird song and pool.
The cottage was just a little tiny for 2 persons with 2 suitcases.
Kitty provided us with the most amazing stay so far in NZ. The breakfast was to die for, the company even better. The room was perfection every detail thought out. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Nothing at all.
Bluff Hill ligt op een bijzonder mooie plek op een heuvel middenin Napier. De hosts Kitty en Peter zijn bijzonder aardig! Onze suite was in art-deco stijl ingericht: heel bijzonder. Het ontbijt was voortreffelijk. Een enige plek om te verblijven!
Niets
The directions to the property were perfect and there was dedicated parking for each guest which made things simple. We stayed in The Suite and it was very comfortable. The furnishings throughout are top quality and they have retained the character of the property with stained glass in the doors and stripping them back to their original wood (they had previously been painted over). The bathroom is modern and clean - large shower, good water pressure and heated towel rail. The bed was incredibly comfortable and there is a heat pump/air con in the room. Breakfast in the morning was delicious. European/continental style with homemade granola, homemade cinnamon scrolls/chocolate filled brioche, and freshly baked bread, meats and cheeses, and fresh fruit. Set us up for the day! Kitty is an excellent host - very warm, friendly and welcoming. She also respects guests' privacy. We would chat to her over breakfast and then not see her again all day. The location is excellent - just a short walk into town from the B&B. Being on the hill, going into town is easy as it's all downhill. A little more effort is needed to walk back!
Nothing - it was a perfect stay and I am sure I will be back for another visit.
Excellent host who provided a wonderful breakfast with homemade bread and pastries . The cottage was small but with a good en-suite bathroom with a fantastic shower. The properties was surrounded by trees and birds
Parking, and driving up very steep roads to access the property
The beautiful location, the quality of the sheets and towels, all the little details and the very good breakfast. Thank you Kitty.
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I would leave a hundred 💯 points if I could. This has been the most amazing place. Every detail you could think of right down to quality linen and home baked goods you would find in a high quality Dutch bakery. Kitty makes your stay a holiday to remember. Peter’s attention to detail is in all the beautiful fixtures and fittings. Bathroom is superb. Garden nearby everything in the stunning Napier. We will be back. Can’t recommend this one highly enough. It’s heaven.
Leaving. Could have stayed much longer. Will genuinely miss Kitty’s cooking and warmth.
Le logement est une sorte de cabine. Nous sommes autonomes. Il est confortable. Les lits sont chauffants et également confortables. La douche est spacieuse et le jet puissant.
Un peu loin de la ville
It was the best Airbnb we ever booked! The cottage has a lot of lovely details, was perfectly made and super clean! The breakfast was like in a five star bakery! Everything was homemade and so delicious;
Kitty was an absolutely fabulous host and the amenities were perfect for a cozy weekend away. She offered a lift to and from the airport, provided local insight on attractions and how to get around, and provided a delicious breakfast every morning (even arranging something for me when I had a extra early morning). The cottage was self-contained and had all I needed, and the location was close to greenspaces and viewpoints. Highly recommend to anyone else looking to stay in Napier!
I love this place! Very cozy rooms, almost everything you need for good nights of rest, the cutest little garden/pool and amazing hospitality from Kitty and her partner. The woodwork in the room is amazing and ever so thoughtful. I really enjoyed the breakfasts prepared fresh by Kitty. It was a very generous spread and great chats always. Thank you for having us and going the trouble to give us instructions and assurance so we can check in smoothly with our car. The price is slightly higher but I find it very worth for the value and warmth you get. What a gem up on Bluff Hill!
Nothing at all!! Well if you don't drive it's a good 10 min walk from CBD and some stairs (it's on a hill after all)
Cottage is in a really nice location. Tastefully renovated and very comfortable. Lovely garden and birds. The breakfast was great. The home baked bread and pastries were delicious! Kitty, the host was very welcoming and provided useful information regarding sightseeing in Napier and the Hawkes Bay area. There were also some books in the cottage about the area. Good wifi.
Nothing that I can think of
A very nice, quiet and private location. Beautiful garden, Very comfortable. Kitty (the host) was a beautiful person and presented us with the most amazing breakfasts each morning. Home baked bread, pastries, meats, cheese, eggs, freshly squeezed orange juice, tea and coffee etc. etc. We really enjoyed our stay.
I honestly liked everything about the stay.
Kitty´s B&B lies in a quiet residential area surrounded by gardens. With all the ferns, trees and plants you feel like in paradise. We liked sitting next to the pool and listening to the birds. Kitty is a welcoming superfriendly host, we enjoyed her breakfast with excellent homemade baking and the fresh fruits from her garden. Our room was spacious with comfy beds and our own terrace. We did not mind walking up and down the hill because the location was so perfect. Thank you Kitty for everything.
Fabulous home baking. Really welcoming couple. ,💕 Kitty and Peter.
Top of a hill. Great views. Bit of a walk but worth it.
We stayed in the cottage which has been renovated to very high standards, in keeping with the age of the property. We loved the wooden panelling and the light switches! Kitty is a most excellent host; she is very welcoming and made us feel very relaxed and at ease. She has great local knowledge and suggestions of what to do in the area and is a fantastic baker! Each morning for breakfast we had a freshly baked sourdough loaf, rolls and pastries along with homemade granola and fruit from the garden - absolutely delicious!
Lovely comfortable apartment under the family home. Access to pool and extremely welcoming hosts
Lovely peaceful location overlooking gorgeous full of trees,ferns and singing birds. Our rooms were beautifully appointed with wood panelling and deco styling. Bed was very comfortable and the shower excellent.
Kitty was the perfect host. The property was so well looked after and the location was perfect. We will be back
We had a very warm welcome from Kitty & Peter. A special place, with charming accommodation beautifully styled. We even enjoyed a swim in the pool. The breakfast was the crowning glory with homemade bread and pastries, even the muesli was made by Kitty! We will definitely return if we plan to visit Napier again.
Nothing we disliked actually.
The suite is very spacious and well maintained with lots of nice touches. The breakfast was delicious with freshly baked pastries. Kitty is an excellent host. It’s worth staying there just to meet her.
Is there an above excellent marking for booking.com because Kitty certainly deserves that rating, simply the best host - not only offering really great hints & tips on the local area she bakes & creates the most delicious breakfast…. Always contactable which was absolutely fabulous especially when travelling overseas and unsure of exact arrival times Kitty gave us the best route to Bluff Hill when it was a packed Napier due to art deco weekend & road closures where everywhere. The cottage is absolutely gorgeous, total privacy & the most comfortable bed. Cannot fault this gorgeous piece of paradise. Thank you so so much for having us Kitty - if in Napier for our next trip to NZ will certainly be booking again - 😘
Everything - the host, Kitty, has done an excellent job. She paid notice to every tiny thing in the room to make you feel she managed with great passion. She is extremely friendly and chat with us just like friends. Her bakery skills are extremely professional , and we enjoy ourselves very much during breakfast. We got everything we needed and we had a great stay there. Thank you, Kitty. Hope to return to stay in your accommodation if we visit Napier next time.
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An amazing stay in Napier with Kitty and Peter being two remarkable hosts. Delightful small cabin, very characterful and well located. Our hosts and everything to ensure we enjoyed our stay
The total environment was one of warmth and hospitality. .
Kitty's cozy place in Bluff Hill is highly recommended. The small cabin is cozy with a nice bathroom and kitchenette. The breakfast at Kitty's is sumptuous with home-baked bread, eggs, homemade muesli, freshly squeezed orange juice etc. Bluff Hill is quiet and cozy and still within walking distance from the center of Napier.
The cottage was small but private and extremely well provisioned
The setting and garden were beautiful
Great hosts. Excellent work they have done with the antique cottage. Very comfortable, everything you could want, very clean, nice and quiet area, magnificent breakfast by the host who is an exceptionally talented bakery chef.
Lovely location and very handy for town. Great breakfast. Kitty is a lovely host!
Great location to explore the region. Kitty was quite nice and hospitable. The house had a lot of character, the breakfast was tasty.
Secluded lovely one bedroom apartment. Had separate lounge which was great. Bed very comfortable. Breakfast very good. Kitty lovely host.
Nothing though bathroom was a bit small for two and a nice touch would have been disposable shower cap and vanity pack
Nice and quiet at night, bed was comfortable, what a lovely location they have, breakfast was amazing and we loved the company of Kitty and Peter, they made us feel totally at home, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and would love to come back and stay again Thank you so much xx
A private space, set in beautiful gardens. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Delicious breakfast, with homemade breads.
Lovely to meet Kitty and Peter who were the perfect hosts. Cottage was just great with comfy bed and a great shower. Easy access to bluff hill viewpoint. Breakfast was great 👍 Short car journey to centre of Napier
Nil
A lovely breakfast, the cottage was delightful.
Beautiful surroundings, comfy bed, great shower and amazing home cooked bread and pastries for breakfast. Host was very helpful and friendly.
The breakfast was excellent, enjoyed the homemade buns. Host was friendly and helpful, lovely atmosphere.
Steps a little uneven if you had Mobility problems.
Kitty & Peter were wonderful hosts. Kitty provided an exceptional breakfast.
Kitty is a wonderful host. Lovely accommodation and setting. Conveniently close to town. And the best fresh sourdough for breakfast
The host, Kitty was so friendly and accommodating. Loved our convo
Great location, short walk up to Bluff Hill lookout. We stayed in the cottage which was lovely, great decor and comfortable with Netflix and an excellent shower. The owner is a talented baker so her baked goods made breakfast each morning a real treat!
We had a warm welcome from Kitty from the moment we arrived with our name on the carpark as well as her greeting is when we arrived to show us our rooms. The bedroom, lounge and bathroom were meticulously clean and full of charm and character. I think the thing we weren’t expecting and was a real pleasure was the breakfast and hospitality made my Kitty. Both morning s breads and a selection of pastries had been made my Kitty and served along with fresh juices, fruit, cold meats and cheeses etc. it was lovely to be treated to excellent homemade food. Thank you Kitty. We would love to come and stay again!
There was nothing we didn’t like honestly. If I was being fussy I would say a tv in the bedroom to be really indulgent and watch tv tucked up in the most comfortable bed with top quality linen! There was a tv in our private lounge, so honestly this would just have been an extra we would have enjoyed.
Kitty outdid herself with breakfast . Lots of home baking, ie bread pastries etc.
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Very quiet location, excellent host made us feel at home. Unit met our needs.
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Amazing breakfast. Freshly baked bread and buns. Lovely coffee. Kitty is a total delight, a great hostess. Very comfy bed had great sleeps. Excellent location and setting, in amongst the trees.
Beautiful position, friendly and helpful host. Charming and comfortable cottage.
Breakfast was delicious, thoroughly enjoyed it. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
Has a friendly homely feel. Excellent home made bakery food for breakfast.
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Very warm welcome from the owners, and comfortable too. Liked the location although you need a car as the walk from town centre is hilly Happy to recommend and would certainly return
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Clean, lovely setting, warm & comfortable cottage. Great breakfasts. Knowledgeable, friendly, helpful host.
Kitty is a great host, and the breakfast she serves is amazing, it’s no exaggeration. We stayed in the cottage which was well presented and clean and very homely.
Perfect spot, lovely hosts, gorgeous breakfast. Wonderful place to stay whilst in Napier, wish we could have stayed longer.
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Historic Art Deco style residence, great breakfasts with homemade baked goods, spacious room, very affable owner and host Kitty, swimming pool, Bluff Hill location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bluff Hill B&B. The host was wonderful and the accommodation was lovely and charming. Breakfast was very good. Highly recommended.
Beautiful cottage with lots of nice extras Great breakfast included
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Virtually everything.
Driveway and the path to carry suitcases along could use improvement. Not a serious issue though.
Quiet location, beautiful accommodation, and private garden with decking and pool. Fabulous breakfasts, friendly and welcoming hosts. We were on a 3 month holiday touring NZ (our 5th holiday to NZ) and stayed in the cottage for 3 nights, we could easily have stayed there for the entire 3 months it was so lovely. A real credit to Kitty and Peter our hosts.
Nothing everything was perfect.
The breakfast was great as Kitty baked all the bread and pastries herself. So everything was fresh and warm. The cottage was cosy but had everything we needed. The bed was comfortable and it was very quiet.She has two little friendly dogs but she will keep them away if you don't like them.
Special little house with all you need. Swimming pool, entertaining host.
Access by steps
From the moment we arrived we were made to feel at home, Kitty is an excellent host, friendly and helpful. Of the 23 places we stayed at, this was my favourite. We had a self contained unit with spacious comfortable bedroom, bathroom and a lounge. Crockery and cutlery provided along with a fridge and microwave. Also an outside seating area by the pool. The pool is very nice and particularly good for those who aren't confident in the water as there is no deep end. All set in a peaceful residential area. Breakfast was excellent with home baked sourdough bread and other pastries or buns, homemade cereal, yogurt, fruit and cheese.
Nothing negative to say.
The BnB is in an idyllic setting and the cabin that we stayed in was very comfortable. Kitty, our host is an attentive caring and informative owner and her breakfasts are wonderful. Her homemade breads, buns and pastries are amazing.
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Cleanliness
9.89/10Overall sentiment reflects a focus on cleanliness with emphasis on a well-maintained environment.
Service
9.86/10Exceptional service mentioned in multiple reviews, highlighting friendly and welcoming hosts.
Location
9.9/10Location praised for its beautiful surroundings and proximity to town, with only minor inconveniences reported.
Room Quality
9.35/10The rooms are cozy and well-furnished, although some noted size limitations in certain accommodations.
Amenities
9.38/10Amenities such as the garden and pool are highlighted as delightful additions to the experience.
Value for Money
9.34/10Many guests feel the experience provided excellent value based on quality and service offered.
Food and Beverage
10/10Breakfast was consistently described as outstanding, with home-baked items and fresh ingredients.
Overall Experience
9.89/10A majority of guests reported a memorable and delightful stay, with no significant negatives.