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Riverstone House

3.5 star property
Geraldine Downs B&B in historical district

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Riverstone House, in the heart of the business district, offers a serene oasis with a garden and terrace. Unwind with archery or lounge by the nearby outdoor pool; then, connect to free WiFi and enjoy laundry facilities for your convenience. Guests can also appreciate tour assistance and secured bicycle storage.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun

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Superior Room (Upstairs Retreat)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ground Floor

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Hill view
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

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91 Pye Road, The Downs, RD 21, Geraldine Downs, Canterbury, 7991

What's nearby

  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Geraldine Observatory - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 39 min drive - 48.7 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 28 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 104 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Barker's of Geraldine Foodstore & Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Geraldine Orchard Farmshop & Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mundell's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Berry Barn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Riverstone House

Riverstone House is a great choice for a stay in Geraldine Downs. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and English breakfast daily. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 2 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 20
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 20
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning
  • Private dining
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Pool toys
  • Fireplace guard
  • Pool gate
  • Outlet covers
  • Fence around the pool
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Archery
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Bike parking
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 100.0 per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Riverstone House B&B Geraldine
Riverstone House B&B
Riverstone House Geraldine
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast
Riverstone House Geraldine Downs
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast Geraldine Downs

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverstone House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Riverstone House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Riverstone House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Riverstone House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverstone House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Riverstone House and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area, a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

What's the area around Riverstone House like?

Riverstone House is a short 13-minute walk from Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve and 20 minutes' walk from Geraldine Observatory.

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Riverstone House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and offered a variety of options including fresh fruit, hot drinks, cereals, and homemade jams. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Very quiet and relaxing, host’s Ken and Jenny are great hosts and we would return again
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely hosts and enjoyable breakfast
1-night trip

10/10

A lovely, peaceful place where the calming sound of birdsong made it perfect for relaxation
1-night trip

10/10

Jenny was an outstanding host. The rooms were extremely clean and had all the amenities needed for a restful night. Breakfast was delicious and the icing on a perfect stay.
1-night trip

8/10

Lovely friendly hosts
1-night trip

8/10

We stayed overnight at Riverstone House in Geraldine Downs. Lovely friendly hosts and a very comfortable upstairs bedroom. Car ride to restaurants in the village. Our host made a delicious big breakfast the next morning. Lol....unfortunately we were not allowed to take Misty with us. Was perfect for our requirements.
1-night trip

10/10

Very nice people
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hosts and a gorgeous property made for a love stay. Best night sleep.
1-night trip

10/10

Hosts are delightful, go above and beyond to make one's stay comfortable and engaging!
1-night trip

10/10

We had a great stay at The Riverstone House. Ken and Jenny are excellent friendly hosts. The room was wonderful and the grounds and gardens are beautifully maintained. Breakfast was cooked to order. Great value!
1-night trip

10/10

An extremely friendly welcome and very comfortable room, this was our first night in New Zealand and got our holiday off to an excellent start. The location is blissfully quiet and only a short drive to good restaurants in Geraldine. No hesitation in highly recommending.
1-night trip

10/10

Ken and Jenny were outstanding hosts, nothing was a problem. The garden is lovely and we loved coming back in the afternoon, sitting outside overlooking the lovely garden and enjoying the bird song with a glass of wine. There was fresh milk in the fridge with various drink options so if you didnt want wine you were covered.
3-night trip

10/10

This is a lovely B & B run by a warm and friendly couple. Their home and grounds sit on five acres of stunning gardens. The room is upstairs in their home with an airy full bathroom. There's a bar fridge stocked with water and milk (for coffee). Coffee, teas, and hot drinks are in the room as well as an iron and board should you need them. We didn't use the TV and the WiFi was very good. Our hosts offered a lovely breakfast with fresh fruit, hot drinks, cereals, toast, and homemade jams. Since we're vegan, we don't know the other breakfast options that are available. This place was a lovely discovery on the drive to Christchurch from the West Coast. Thanks, Jennie and Ken!

10/10

1-night trip

8/10

Die Gastgeber waren sehr nett und fürsorglich, das Frühstück war mit Liebe gemacht, leider liegt die Unterkunft weit ausserhalb. Die Gastgeber sollten aber deutlicher erwähnen, dass es Katzen in der Unterkunft gibt. Für Allergiker ist das nichts.
1-night trip

10/10

So ein schöner, ruhiger Ort, so idyllisch. Herzlicher Empfang, tolles Frühstück, super Tipps für Ausflüge in die Gegend.
2-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

Location was lovely and quiet.
2-night trip

10/10

spotlessly clean. very friendly hosts who went out of their way to make our stay so enjoyable and memorable. beautiful, peaceful gardens. superb experience
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent property, wonderfully run by Jenny and Ken. Room and breakfast outstanding. Would recommend highly. Hosts very friendly and welcoming.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful setting...unique lodge
1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

10/10

Friendly welcoming hosts with lots of local knowledge. Great cooked breakfast each morning. Beautiful room, lovely gardens and abundant bird life makes this a great location. We would definitely stay again.
2-night trip

10/10

Friendly hosts, beautiful garden setting, comfortable room, delicious breakfast.
1-night trip