Little Red School House

It was quiet and peaceful.

Nothing not to like.

Being greeted by all the animals at different times was a highlight. We got the lamb meal-amazing. Relaxing in the bath and taking in the amazing views was the best. Had everything and more you could need. Nic went over and above for us! Can't wait to come back!!

I didn't stay long enough!

Love the chickens and bath tubs

Beautifully appointed cottage with everything thought of. It was nice of Nic to pop over & introduce herself, and we loved the instant hot water sunken baths on the deck and the friendly animals.

The Little Red Schoolhouse is absolutely faultless!

We arrived in the dark. The owners met us with our beautiful roast lamb dinner and took us to the accommodation. Such beautiful welcoming people.

No complaints

Awesome home cooked meal. Comfortable and peaceful

Nice facility but the downside is, around 30mins drive from Oamaru town.

We loved everything - the Little Red Schoolhouse was so thoughtfully designed and decorated. The bed was the comfiest bed we have had on our trip; our host was kind and greeted us warmly and showed us the ins and outs of the farm and animals (amazing! especially partial to Ginny the piggy and the hens) The outdoor tandem baths were a romantic touch. Loved the muesli! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

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Very great for family and children. Closed to nature and beutiful stars on the sky I have ever seen😍😍 great recommedation.

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住宿改造的很温馨舒适，设施齐全，主人热心介绍了基本情况，晚上看到了月光加星空的美景，第二天早上和老婆一起开心的喂了动物们，可惜只安排了一晚，没有来得及好好探索周边，自驾来的路上风景也很不错。

很像电影里看到的那种农场小屋！推荐！

The perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. Fully equipped with everything you need. Cute, comfortable and so peaceful. Beautiful scenery, comfy bed and the outdoor bath at night was just amazing. Highly recommend to anyone needing an escape to unwind and recharge. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Die familiäre Umgebung und die Nähe zur Natur

The location was excellent. See the pictures for the views. The pets were happy to get the treats that Nic and Greg left for us.

We had a wonderful day here. Everything was well organized and well-planned. The landlord was very considerate. He prepared candies and milk for the children, and also provided us with food for the animals (there were many cute chickens, sheep, and donkeys). The children were very happy. There were also heaters outdoors at night, and we were very satisfied.

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The school house is cosy with a good choice of free continental breakfast. We loved the outdoor baths.

Visitors need to be aware it is very rural so some distance to travel to surrounding areas such as Oamaru but worth it.

It was clean and tidy and just the perfect location. It had everything you needed. Lots of little extras from breakfast to feeding lots of cute morning visitors. Not to far from Oamaru.

The cabin's location is utterly dreamlike, like stepping into a private paradise untouched by the outside world. Every detail inside and out speaks to its history and the owner's meticulous care. Plus, the food is fantastic.

Lovely private little farm house, lots of little nice extras in the house like bathrobe and aircon, snacks available for purchase, the outdoor bath was fantastic, the continental breakfast was really nice

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Really helpful, kind owners who did their best to make us feel at home. You get a really generous breakfast every morning (they provide the materials and you make yourself), and it was a lovely touch that our children could go and check the hen house in the morning to find fresh eggs for breakfast. The property is on a working farm and our children loved feeding the goats, hens, sheep and horses, as well as just playing in nature. The double bed is really comfy. There is an AC unit that can be used to heat the room up if it gets cold, and it feels really cozy.

If you are looking for quick access to Oamaru this is a little out of the way (we did not mind this at all, we loved the place!).

Very beautiful accommodation with a beautiful setting and very high quality facilities

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Everything. The hosts were fabulous. The food provided was wonderful. So much thought went into every detail. Highly recommended.

Lovely place, truly a slice of paradise as our hosts call it ! Such a peaceful vibe in here, and the grazing platter was perfect. Greg and Nic are nice and friendly people, a pleasure to meet them. Thank you for an awesome stay !

Wir haben eine unvergessliche Nacht im kleinen roten Schulhaus verbracht. Das absolute Highlight waren die zwei Badewannen mit Blick auf den Sternenhimmel – einfach magisch, und wir haben sogar Sternschnuppen gesehen! Alles war so liebevoll vorbereitet, es hat uns an nichts gefehlt, wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt. Besonders hervorheben möchten wir die vielen zusätzlichen Angebote der Eigentümer und den sehr freundlichen Kontakt. Ein herzliches Dankeschön dafür – wir können es kaum erwarten, wiederzukommen! Es ist ein traumhafter Ort!

A wonderful farm house !!! The farm animals are really a bonus for the stay. The host is very kind and friendly, preparing so many foods for us ! Even preparing food for us to feed those farm animals. My kid really enjoyed the stay.

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Ein ganz besonderer Ort-total liebevoll eingerichtet und inmitten atemberaubender Natur. Besondere Highlights waren das Bad unter Sternenhimmel, die Tiere und die super netten Gastgeber.

Da gibt es nichts zu sagen.

This little slice of paradise was everything! It has everything you need and more! The outdoor baths were most relaxing. The farm stay atmosphere was quiet, calm and inviting! The bed is super comfortable cosy and clean. The place was immaculate when I arrived and it was everything I needed and more! The hosts were so kind and accomodating and all the friendly animals were lovely to go and visit!

Honestly, there was nothing I did not like everything was perfect! The most beautiful little spot!

Fabulous location, truly wonderful bath experience on the deck, amazingly comfortable bed and good pressure in the shower. A great variety of teas and coffee, fresh eggs, fresh bread and spreads, apple juice and milk and cereals all very considerate and made the weekend feel like a retreat. Feeding the animals and walking around the farm was also a delightful and welcome bonus.

Only that I couldn't stay longer.

Loved seeing the chickens in the morning. The baths on the deck under the stars was so lovely.

There was not anything to not like about the property. It was warm and cozy with great views and the cutest chicken friends.

Privacy, Fantastic Hosts, Great Facilities

Loved everything

The back blocks of North Otago are just wonderful. The schoolhouse is well preserved yet offers comfortable accommodation. Extensive walks are available on the surrounding farmland.

Everything. Beautiful setting. Delightful old building, lovingly converted. Lovely, helpful host. Don't be afraid to use the sunken outdoor baths, no matter the weather. They're a bit exposed to the farm buildings next door, but the cockies won't be looking at your cocky, they're far too busy.

Very little. Might be a touch expensive, but you get what you pay for.

Very quaint like cabin! Completely self contained. My wife and I enjoyed it very much even though it was raining when we stayed.

It was a bit too far from town to make that drive to see penguins and rocks. It was an hour drive from town.

Liked everything about the stay. Beautiful old school turned into accommodation. Very quiet, no neighbours, on a property run by the family.

Didn't quite realise how far from town it was, on some very tight country roads with no street lights. But that was part of the adventure.

The amenities, the location and the friendly host.

The pullout bed wasn’t comfortable and created a hazard while in use.

The whole package was great. The added extra of visits from the resident chooks was pretty cool. I wished we had booked it for longer. The best we have stayed at so far on our holiday.

There was nothing I didn’t like except that I hadn’t booked for long enough.

This is a wonderful place. The people are warm and welcoming, The facilities are perfect. The breakfast is good. A great place to relax and unwind.

There is nothing wrong in paradise!

Beautiful , peaceful setting. Everything you need on hand and more. Option to buy food on site if caught short

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It’s quirky and full of character. It has everything you could want. The animals are fun. It’s in a quiet location.

The house was clean and cozy, and staying there felt like being immersed in nature. It was very comfortable. The breakfast prepared by the host was also very delicious!

Perfect room equipped with everything

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- great interior - spacious - helpful owner - lots of animals

Quiet, relaxing very comfortable. Had everything I wanted

Nothing to dislike

I only stayed three days here, but I still think about it all the time. Driving through the golden-green hills--arriving at a tiny century-old renovated schoolhouse, with lots of breakfast foods provided--and there are hot tubs out on the deck! And chickens for friends, giving egg-presents! I felt totally spoiled. Best of all, I went on a hike on their incredible on-site farm track--one of the more stunning walks of my life, and that was the case even when a fog came down, and I had to be rescued by Nic! Which was its own whole adventure. I hope to be able to go back someday. Meanwhile, please enjoy it for me.

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Country living

The owner is super friendly. They served the pre booked dinner on time. Lamb Dinner and breakfast were amazing. We woke up in the middle of sleep to look at the starry sky. It is a must do activity for this stay.

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We booked this as a one night stopover on the way back to Christchurch . A mistake we really should have allowed at least 2 or 3nights, It was fabulous , .. No need to say more !!!

That we couldn't stay longer and the hens only laid us two eggs, four would have been good

A very peaceful setting. Beautiful surroundings, loved the farm animals. Everything I required for a comfortable stay.

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So relaxing, the only sound being the birds. Greeted by the free range hens and feeding two lambs with bottle milk. Our temporary home was warm with a great shower and comfortable bed. Excellent breakfast of cereal, yoghurt, toast, honey, tea or real coffee. Nic was a perfect host

We loved everything, such an interesting place!

Awesome location with great hosts! Feeding the animals was a lovely bonus activity.

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Very nice place. Kind host.

This was the highlight of our honeymoon. It was such a quirky little place. The hosts were awesome we got to feed some of the farm animals.

This isn’t a bad thing but it is quite remote and there is nothing around to do. I would recommend bringing something to cook for dinner. They do have food options but you need to pre organise it.

Everything about this place was wonderful. I couldn't recommend it enough

Nice place to getaway

Too far from town

Gorgeous little place, comfy beds, outdoor baths perfect for stargazing. We also loved feeding the animals and the yummy included breakfast.

This charming little red school house offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Our stay at the little red schoolhouse was truly unforgettable. Nic and family went above and beyond to show us genuine Kiwi hospitality. The accommodations had everything we needed, and the atmosphere was perfect for a relaxing getaway. A special thanks to Henry the sheep, Dandy the calf, and the busy chickens who added so much charm and delight to our experience. We highly recommend this farm stay to anyone looking for an authentic and heartwarming retreat.

The little house was nice and cosy. We didn't have breakfast but everything was there if wanted. The location was excellent for a nice relaxing evening after a long day's travelling and we were welcomed by the friendly chooks.

It was very remote but so peaceful and the scenery was amazing 🤩

It is a very cosy house surrounded by beautiful views. The animals were super cute and very friendly.

Loved the quiet location, very clean, lovely & warm, very welcoming friendly host, the breakfast was a wonderful treat & plenty of tea's and coffee's to pick from. We enjoyed meeting Henry the sheep (He was very friendly & enjoyed some pats) & other animals which you can feed. We look forward to staying here another time

Everything was great, there was nothing we didn't like

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It was perfect - warm and cosy, beautiful setting, lovely breakfast and great facilities. I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Nic about my family connections to the area.

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Friendly staff, we arrived late night. But the owner still came to look after us. It provide the brekkie. Everything are perfect. Will definitely stay again next time. Pet sheep is too cute 🥰

We had 3 adults to stay. The sofa-bed is bit too small for adult.

Super lovely location just what we needed for a relaxing weekend

There was nothing we didn't like

lovely country atmosphere complete with Bantam hens calling at the door to say hello. Very clean and spacious with a laundry as a bonus item.

found the duvet very heavy, but this just a suggestion for one that is light and warm as in feathers

A wonderful little nook in the countryside, with a well-mannered and very friendly pet sheep to greet us - what more could you want? The hosts replied extremely quickly to any communications, and the facilities were amazing. One of the best places I've stayed in.

A fantastic getaway. Wonderful host

This was a fantastic little property in its own grounds. It was perfect for the one night we stayed but it would be equally great as the base for a longer stay. We were independent and yet supported. We recommend unreservedly.

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It was awesome!! Great hosts and super cool facility.Thanks for having us

Cosy feel, easy check-in, the views/location and the animals

Beautiful, serene property

Nothing, everything was great.

Comfort of house situated in a very rural context

Attention to detail

Gorgeous wee place with everything we needed there. Very secluded

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Absolutely cosy wonderful place, worth doing the extra kms. Lovely road to get there. Didn't expect so much comfort in a place like this (slightly remote) with all the amenities you can desire. Welcoming and helpful guest. Excellent for a couple or with kids since there are friendly animals to "play" around with. Would go back without hesitation.

If it would of had a bath tub I would not have left the place ever 😂😂😂.

Spectacular setting, music, hot chocolate , warm blanket and a million stars. Comfortable bed, excellent shower, delicious breakfast.

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