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Barb's Place

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Bascand Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Restaurant
Bascand Room | Interior detail
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
7a Johnston Street, Waipara, NorthCanterbury, 7447
  • Torlesse Wines
    3 min walk
  • Waipara Springs Winery
    4 min walk
  • Weka Pass Railway
    4 min walk

Room options

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Bascand Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Bascand Room

  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Waipara

When you stay at Barb's Place in Waipara, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute walk of Torlesse Wines and Waipara Springs Winery. .This bed & breakfast is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Weka Pass Railway and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Waipara Hills.
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What's nearby

  • Torlesse Wines - 3 min walk
  • Waipara Springs Winery - 4 min walk
  • Weka Pass Railway - 4 min walk
  • Sherwood Estate Winery - 2 min drive
  • Waipara Hills - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • 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

Colonial bed & breakfast in Waipara with free breakfast
Barb's Place offers 2 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Waipara bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 2 guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. An additional breakfast (subject to charges) is served daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Built in 1906
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Barb's Place B&B Waipara
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Barb's Place Bed & breakfast
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Barb's Place Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

e

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely home, great rooms and super comfy bed! Highly recommend Jeff's cooked breakfast and excellent company! Love the short course on bee-keeping.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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😊
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mr J E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hosts, very friendly. Lovely birthday dinner cooked by Barb and Geoff with surprise birthday cake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay . Barb and Geoff were extremely friendly and hospitable.The food and company were exceptional. Would definately recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful hosts who provided an excellent dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, food (dinner and breakfast) cooked by Chef Geoff was excellent. Both Geoff and Barb are great Kiwis.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Barb and Geoff made us feel like family. Great hospitality, awesome breakfasts, confortable beds, fast WiFi and good wines from local wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

David, Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly owners. Excellent food. Recommended. Quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Anonymous, South Canterbury NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming B&B in restored heritage villaIt wa
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Carolyn, New Brunswick, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Pembroke Wales

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely b&b very welcoming
Very friendly excellent accommodation excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly hosts in a beautiful setting
Enjoyed warm hospitality and vibrant conversation with t our hosts. Gourmet food and lovely room. Best night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Al , Ontario , Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Oregon, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Birgitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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