Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Waipara Hills - 3 min drive
Pegasus Bay Winery & Restaurant - 9 min drive
Fiddler's Green Vineyard & Bistro - 8 min drive
Black Estate Wines - 5 min drive
Torlesse Wines - 4 min walk
About this property
Barb's Place
Enjoy your visit to Waipara with a stay at Barb's Place. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
2 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 18
Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets stay for free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Whale watching nearby
Services
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Built in 1906
Garden
Television in common areas
Colonial architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Free bottled water
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Dishwasher
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 50.00
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Barb's Place B&B Waipara
Barb's Place B&B
Barb's Place Waipara
Barb's Place Waipara
Barb's Place Bed & breakfast
Barb's Place Bed & breakfast Waipara
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Barb's Place?
Yes, dogs stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Barb's Place?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Barb's Place?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Barb's Place and nearby?
Barb's Place has a garden.
What's the area around Barb's Place like?
Barb's Place is a short 3-minute walk from Torlesse Wines and 4 minutes' walk from Waipara Springs Winery.
Barb's Place Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2022
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e, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 February 2022
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2020
Lovely home, great rooms and super comfy bed!
Highly recommend Jeff's cooked breakfast and excellent company! Love the short course on bee-keeping.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 January 2020
Barb’s Place is a must stay on the South Island. The home is so warm and inviting. Barb and Jeff are the greatest people,, We were so blessed to spend our New Year’s Eve and my birthday with such wonderful people, Delicious food too😊
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 February 2019
Barb’s Place - great B&B &dinner
A wonderful one night stay. Very comfortable, but the food and company were the stars. Dinner and breakfast superb.
Mr J E
Mr J E, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2019
Lovely hosts, very friendly. Lovely birthday dinner cooked by Barb and Geoff with surprise birthday cake.
Neil
Neil, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 January 2019
They were very welcoming and we liked our room.They gave us very good directions to the address of the wedding we were attending. Awesome cooked breakfast.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 January 2019
Good all around experience
Barb was a great hostess, showed me around her garden and provided a tasty breakfast with great conversation the morning after. Would definitely recommend her olace
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 January 2019
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay . Barb and Geoff were extremely friendly and hospitable.The food and company were exceptional. Would definately recommend.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2019
Delightful hosts who provided an excellent dinner and breakfast.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2019
Our overnight stay was like staying with close family. I highly recommend it to all fellow travellers who like fine food, great conversation in a restful environment.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2018
Very comfortable, food (dinner and breakfast) cooked by Chef Geoff was excellent. Both Geoff and Barb are great Kiwis.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 November 2018
Barb and Geoff made us feel like family. Great hospitality, awesome breakfasts, confortable beds, fast WiFi and good wines from local wineries.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2018
Barb & Geoff made us feel like family. After we booked, Barb offered to provide a home cooked meal including wine. Barb has experience cooking all over the world, and the meal and wine reflected this. Our room was large with a large attached bathroom. Lovely yard and gardens surround the house.
It was pouring with rain when we arrived but the warmth of the welcome more than compensated for the weather. Our room was nice and warm too. We joined the host and a friendfor coffee and then brought the our dinner out to eat with them.
Interesting and friendly hosts, excellent coffee and breakfast.
We were sorry not to be staying longer.
Anonymous
Anonymous, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 March 2018
Comfortable stay at Barb's Place
We stayed 3 nights at Barb's Place in Waipara Valley and enjoyed our stay. Barb and Jeff were very friendly, relaxed hosts with lots of local knowledge. They were helpful with suggestions for things to do and places to visit. Bedroom was quiet and king bed was very comfortable. Nice outdoor area for reading and relaxing. Within walking distance of the North Canterbury Food and Wine Festival, which was an excellent event. No "town" to walk to for restaurants, shops, etc but everything is a short drive.
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 March 2018
Lovely b&b very welcoming
Very friendly excellent accommodation excellent food
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 January 2018
Friendly hosts in a beautiful setting
Enjoyed warm hospitality and vibrant conversation with t our hosts. Gourmet food and lovely room. Best night sleep.
Jeanne
Jeanne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 November 2017
Friendly clean and comfortable.
Very comfortable visit with Barb and Jeff. Enjoyed a bottle of wine in their beautiful garden. Also enjoyed their three dogs. Had a delicious lamb dinner with them. Good conversation and learn about an optional scenic drive and visit to Oamaru . Good advice. Made our trip even better. Nice people. Thanks.
Al
Al , 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 October 2017
Amazing Waipara experience!
Barb and Geoff were fantastic hosts as we felt at home in their B&B. Eggs from their chickens, honey from their bees, & homemade bread were delights of the hearty breakfast.
We dined with Barb & Geoff and they served up local fare and wine that was as delightful as their company.
They were knowledgeable and well connected in the area so we felt like we got the local scoop on wines.
A highlight of our New Zealand vacation!
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 February 2017
Trevligt, välkomnande och personligt
Mycket trevligt Bed and Breakfast med hemkänsla. Värdparet fick oss att känna oss välkomna och som deras gäster. Bra frukost o god hemlagad middag