Lochiel Drive Reserve
Lochiel Drive Reserve, Hanmer Springs, Hurunui District, New Zealand- Park
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Check-in from
03:00 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
18 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
16 sqm
In-room amenities
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景色优美,老板夫妻亲自接待,而且热情周到,为我们主动提供去泡温泉的浴巾,精心为我们制作精美丰盛的早餐,带我家孩子去收刚下的鸡蛋等,房间也宽敞整洁卫生!
Awesome view great hospitality
Everything was k special the food the breakfast
Clean, comfortable, amazing hosts, excellent breakfast.
Nothing ... all brilliant.
We had such a lovely stay here! The host was incredibly welcoming and made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The breakfast was a real highlight, delicious, and clearly prepared with care. Everything about our stay was smooth, comfortable, and enjoyable. Would absolutely recommend and would love to come back!
Nice and quiet
Room a bit small, no T.V.
The rooms were beautifully decorated, well appointed and very comfortable and clean. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly and the breakfast was first class. We also had an unexpected bonus on our walk back from the town after dinner at No.31. We saw the most amazing display of Southern lights. Typical that my good camera was back at the B&B but the images on my iPhone are pretty neat anyhow
Nothing. It was all fabulous
Personal friendly service
Fantastic hosts, very clean, great breakfast made with local produce. Very quiet, apart from the delightful sound of the birds. Bed had ironed top quality sheets and was so comfy. Towels available if you want to try out the hot pools.
it is not a near walk to town and restaurants, but only a 2 minute drive, so no big deal.
The hosts went out of their way to ensure your comfort and enjoyment during the stay. Nothing was too difficult and their friendly demeanour and pleasant conversations made for a restful stay. You feel like friends not just guests. Breakfast was fabulous and customised to my vegetarian needs. Thank you Rhys and Rayone :)
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Super comfy bed, best pillows, wonderful shower, fabulous breakfast with home-made muffins by Rayone to takeaway Thank-you, lovely friendly hosts and special Thanks to Rhys for carrying luggage in & out ... highly recommend Birdsong Alley
Ruhige Lage, komfortable und neuwertige Ausstattung, bestes (Bio-) Frühstück unserer bisherigen Neuseelandreise. Toller Gastgeber, der uns noch einige Tipps für die Weiterfahrt gab.
Ray and Rhys were exceptional hosts, it certainly helped they were fellow bikies! They made room in thier garage for me to park my motorbike overnight and Rhys even leant me a pair of winter gloves for the ride over the Lewis Pass which had just had a fresh dump of snow overnight! Exceptional breakfast and wonderful hosts. Thanks Ray and Rhys for a memorable stay.
Comfortable clean convenient facilities, wonderful hosts and breakfast. Parking right next to the entrance
Ontbijt was geweldig goed verzorgd met eigen gemaakte (streek)produkten. Er was overal veel aandacht aan besteed. Aandacht voor details. Attente lekkernijen op de kamer. Hygiëne; opvallend schoon en verzorgd. Meedenken bij de stroomstoring in Hanmar Springs: plan B een barbecue! Een gastvrouw die niet voor het geld maar vanuit passie gasten wil verzorgen en een aangenaam verblijf wil aanbieden. Boordevol tips en suggesties. Zelfs aanbod om te bellen bij eventuele problemen tijdens vervolg van de reis.
Niets viel tegen.
We found this accomodation to be absolutely perfect for our first night in NZ. Host provide a great intro on arrival and were so welcoming. The bed was comfortable and plenty of little extras such as snacks and towels to borrow. Breakfast was fabulous and I would recommend this accomodation any day to my family and friends. Thank you so much for providing this accomodation.
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The breakfast was outstanding!
We left our charger behind :-( But Ray quickly alerted us ;-)
Very quiet/ peaceful location just out of the township. It was very clean and tidy. Ray and Rhys were amazing hosts, very inviting and the breakfast was delicious and cant forget the muffins .....!
Lovely, friendly hosts with great tips for the local area and beyond. Delicious breakfast and muffins!
The decor was beautiful. The bed was so comfortable. The place was emaculate. Rhys and Rayone were friendly and went the extra mile dropping us off. The cooked breakfast was delicious.
Our hosts were so welcoming and helpful. The room was superb and so thoughtfully decorated. Our room had a fantail theme. The shower had great pressure and the bed was very comfortable. It was lovely not having a TV in the room. So peaceful inside and out. The breakfast was beyond our expectations. As it was a weekend, we received a full cooked breakfast that was plated up on a platter for us to share. Our hosts explained how nearly all the food was local or sourced locally from the home made preserves to the eggs. There were even towels for us to use at the pools. As it was the last night of our holiday, this B&B was the perfect place for our final night of our holiday and we would definitely book again next time we come to Hamner not only for the accommodation but for the very hospitable hosts.
Excellent location, really lovely cosy and warm rooms. The hosts were so friendly, so warm, and made us feel at home.
Nothing, it was perfect!
Very clean and comfortable room. Extremely lovely and welcoming hosts. Little things like water, snacks and chocolates etc were a great touch. Hosts cooked a beautiful breakfast and were extremely engaging and informative. We have rarely stayed at a more welcoming place. They have two lovely furry friends as well! Wonderful stay.
We liked everything!!
We were impressed with Ray and Reece’s attention to detail. They were well organised and thought of the needs of the visitors. Extra touches such as snacks, towels for the thermal springs and muffins to go were all provided as was a wonderful breakfast. It was very clean and pleasant! Thanks so much!
Such welcoming hosts.
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Ray and Rhys were very welcoming and had a lovely warm room ready for us on a wet and chilly evening. The breakfast was very good and the muffins delicious.
Roy was very welcoming and friendly. She made us a batch of lovely muffins 😋
Fantastic breakfast, wonderful hosts!
Ray and Rhys were delightful and very hospitable. We enjoyed all the creative extra touches.
Nothing. We had a wonderful stay.
Fab room lovely hosts and very accommodating for our needs! Great location and able to adapt to dietary requirements for breakfast which was fab. Very thoughtful and caring they really make you feel like at home.
The hosts were lovely and welcoming. The room was clean and well laid out. Signs into the property were easy to follow. The breakfast was amazing, and they were very accommodating of our dietary requirements.
Lovely couple passionate about creating a very personal and local focused experience. We loved the way it felt very much like friends were hosting us without feeling intrusive. The room was lovely, bed was comfy and the shower exceptional. Breakfast was delicious and cooked to order including the best of local produce. The doggie cuddles an absolute bonus. Well done team!
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The hosts were very welcoming and thoughtful. Place was homey and very comfortable.
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Clean tidy and well presented. The bedroom was a little small. Their breakfast was excellent with a good choice of food. The hosts too were also very good and made sure we had everything we needed The nearby town offers a good choice of restaurants we ate at Tease and found it to be excellent Thanks to the hosts for booking it for us as we were running very late
The room could do with a TV especially if staying for more than one night
Amazing location, lovely welcoming hosts, nice attention to detail and perfect breakfast.
הכל היה נהדר. ארוחת הבוקר היה מושלמת! החדר היה מקסים. נקי מאוד ונוח המיטה היתה נוחה בטירוף. המארחת עשתה מעל ומעבר שארגיש בנוח קיבלתי מגבת לברכות הטרמיות, והמלצות היכן לאכול בקיצור, היה מושלם. 10 מ-10
Excellent hosts! The breakfast was delicious and generous, it included homemade relishes, jams and muffins. Many ingredients coming from their own garden. Hosts were very welcoming and offered lots of great suggestions. Would definitely stay again.
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Lovey to meet Rhys and Ray will definitely be back to stay here at Birdsong Alley another time!!
Nothing! Great stay nice quiet sleep and comfortable beds
The host couple was warm-hearted that they helped us with the flat tyre and told us the best way traveling to Christchurch.The breakfast was rich.Leafs were from host's own greenhouse,which means it's really fresh.Coffee was full of flavor and was local brand,definately worthing trying!!!
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Spotlessly clean, very comfortable and our hosts very very helpful, and generous with their time to chat.
Rhys & Rayone were fantastic hosts. The room was warm and comfy. Excellent shower pressure. The breakfast was absolutely superb. All the little additions made a such a difference, which topped everything off nicely.
We loved everything, no faults :)
The hosts were incredibly warm, welcoming people. Their hospitality an incredible
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We recently stayed at The B M B in Hanmer Springs and it was absolutely fantastic! The rooms felt like a luxury fiesta hotel – beautifully done, spotless, and maintained to perfection. Cleanliness here is easily a 10/10. Breakfast was an absolute delight – fresh, delicious, and made with so much love by our wonderful hosts. You can truly taste the care and passion in every bite. We had such a lovely chat with the couple during our breakfast break, which made the whole experience even more special. Without a doubt, this is my favourite place in town. Every time I visit Hanmer Springs, this will be my go-to stay. Highly, highly recommended! ❤️🌿
Lovely stay! Rhys and Ray were great hosts, they were very warm and welcoming and made sure we felt comfortable and settled. The room was very clean and modern with wireless chargers. Bathrooms came with hand soap, shampoo, conditioner etc but also with a complimentary homemade soap for us to take away. There were complimentary snacks in the room and the breakfast that was included was amazing! We had eggs, potato, veggies, sausages and homemade relish and muffins. It was both of our birthdays so they gave us fudge as a present which was lovely. Overall lovely stay and we would come back in an instant.
That we didn’t stay long enough! I recommend at least 2 nights!
The property was super cosy and the room was decorated to an exceptionally high standard. It had a heat pump and electric blankets so I was warm in the middle of July. The bathroom (and the room) were clean to an unbelievable standard. There was plenty of towels, toiletries, and a heat lamp and towel rail so there was no chance of going cold in there. When I arrived I had milk in my fridge, a tasty snack box to help myself too and a gift of some homemade soap. Breakfast was delicious, all homemade or local produce. What makes this place so special is the owners go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. I came here for a rest after some intense days of sightseeing and I left feeling like I had been spoiled rotten.
There’s not one thing I could criticise about this property.
The stay was a 10/10. Hosts were very friendly and inviting. The room was clean and comfortable. Bed was super comfy. Shower was amazing. Very warm room. The cooked breakfast was tasty and healthy. Also adjusted for gluten intolerance. We would definitely recommend and return again.
Breakfast excellent, position a bit far from town
It needed TV cover in rooms
We loved everything! The room was lovely, clean and the bed was so comfy! Rayone & Ryhs have thought of all the little things that make the stay special. The breakfast was delicious and set us up for the day. We will definitely be back.
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The breakfast was amazing and we got lucky seeing the Aurora right outside our bedroom.
Nice and warm
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Warm & cosy accommodation Friendly & hospitable hosts Great breakfast with a local touch and amazing baking Great shower pressure
Short outside walk to get into the living room for breakfast (in rainy weather)
Loved the hosts, so lovely! The breakfast was incredible!
Everything! The owners are so lovely and accommodating. I had to leave very early in the morning for work, and they left me a box of breakfast items and a coffee i could take on the road. Can not recommend enough, will definitely be back!
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It’s clean, comfortable and the host is amazing! The breakfast is very delicious and fresh - we didn’t even need to have lunch!
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Outstanding hosts. Nothing too much trouble. Beautiful breakfast included. Exceptionally clean room.
Amazing hosts that made you feel welcomed, quite location, yummy breakfast and excellent shower!
Ray and Rhys were delightful hosts - very friendly and helpful. Home is beautiful and food was delicious (and plentiful!)
A perfect one night stay. The hosts were great, the room was warm, clean and cosy. The breakfast was first class
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Great value. Tastefully decorated, comfortable and spotlessly clean. Shower was amazing and loved the soap and moisturiser provided. The breakfast was wonderful and a great set-up for your body for the day! Ray and Rhys were great hosts.
Everything.
Nothing. The hosts had thought of everything to make our stay perfect.
Everything was great! Good to be able to borrow towels for use at “the Pools”. Very hospitable hosts, who also invited us to the local quiz night - a fun thing to do. Lovely sociable breakfast with delicious homemade muffins 😋. Room had everything we needed, including complimentary snacks.
Nothing - all good 👍🏻
Quiet area away from the centre of town though easy to get to town. Bed was really comfortable with very good linen.
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Aly's house was fantastic, and her English pronunciation was perfect. I loved hearing about her travels in Italy and her research stories! It was also wonderful meeting her in Hamner Springs. She has magical hands and makes the most delicious food in the world. "We are a Korean Hwanhee couple. We'll definitely come again next time!"
Super clean and very comfortable
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Birdsong Alley exceeded my expectations in terms of comfort, food and amenities.
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Lovely property in pristine condition with so much thought & love put into everything
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Bed was incredibly comfy and the breakfast was amazing and the level they went to for a suprize wedding anniversary was just awesome
Exceptional B&B. Bed was soooo comfy and room so quiet we slept like babies 😀. Rae and Rhys are so welcoming and friendly, catering to our every need and still giving us privacy. The breakfasts are wonderful and so generous. We were sent away with muffins for lunch both days. Nice to be a few minutes out of the town centre. Great value for money. Would definitely stay again.
Hosts are warm and welcoming, Clean & Tidy the Bed is super comfy, nice location close to Town. Breakfast was amazing home made and delicious. Great Views
We were given a very warm welcome despite arriving early and we appreciated borrowing towels to take to the Hanmer Springs. We enjoyed sitting on the patio in the sunshine and chatting. All in all a very comfortable and sociable stay. Thank you.
It was just outside of town. The room was lovely. Everything was well catered.
Fantastic hosts and great knowledge of the local places and activities
Nothing it was beautiful
Ray and Rhys were just delightful--made me right at home as soon as I arrived, after communicating well the whole week before. They knew I was coming just for one day to visit the hot springs, so they gave me a basket of towels and sent me on my way. The bed was deliciously comfortable, too!
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A good morning breakfast with a nice chat with the owner ☺️
A really pleasurable experience was offered by our warm and friendly hosts Ray and Rhys. The cleanliness, very comfortable bed, mini fridge, separate ensuite and exceptional cooked breakfasts plus extras were very much appreciated. Ferelise and Allan
Wonderful stay at this bed and breakfast — Ray and Rhys were warm and welcoming - felt right at home. The bedroom was beautifully decorated with every amenity and more, and the breakfast was absolutely delicious.
My partner and I really enjoyed staying here at this wonderful b&b. The hosts were so lovely and friendly, really made our stay so comfortable and peaceful. The room was perfectly clean and cozy. The view outside was beautiful! The breakfast was a wide range of all things delicious and even fresh home baked muffins that were divine!! Will definitely be staying here again, a true gem
We had a wonderful stay at Birdsong Alley BnB. Rayone and Rhys welcomed us like friends into their home, providing a clean and comfortable space and putting together an extensive and delicious breakfast in the morning. My friend is a vegan and Rayone was very accomodating with any dietary adjustments. They also gave us a great recommendation for walks in the area. We would totally recommend staying at Birdsong Alley BnB. Thank you so much Rayone and Rhys.
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Cleanliness
10/10The room was clean and well laid out.
Service
10/10Hosts were very welcoming, friendly, and accommodating.
Location
9.6/10Great option just a stone’s throw out of Hanmer.
Room Quality
9.6/10The room was lovely and clean.
Amenities
9.6/10Extra touches like snacks, towels for the thermal springs, and breakfast were provided.
Value for Money
9.6/10Definitely worth the price for the quality of service and experience.
Food and Beverage
10/10The breakfast was amazing and included local produce.
Overall Experience
10/10Overall stay was wonderful, exceeding expectations.
Charming garden surroundings provide a tranquil base in Hanmer Springs for a restorative stay.
Deluxe Queen and Deluxe Double Rooms include air conditioning, tea/coffee facilities, and private bathrooms for easy, cozy stays.
Free private parking and approachable check-in options offer a smooth arrival and easy exploration of the area.