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Barb's Place

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast in Waipara with free breakfast

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Outdoor banquet area
Balcony
Exterior
Bascand Room
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 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 | Interior detail

Bascand Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Dishwasher
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Waipara

Barb's Place places you steps from Torlesse Wines and within a short 5-minute stroll of Waipara Springs Winery. Highlights at this Colonial B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and a television in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 3-property class Waipara B&B, you'll be 0.4 km (0.2 mi) from Weka Pass Railway and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Waipara Hills.
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What's nearby

  • Torlesse Wines - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waipara Springs Winery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Weka Pass Railway - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sherwood Estate Winery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Waipara Hills - 3 min drive - 3.4 km

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
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barb's Place also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Waipara bed & breakfast.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1906
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Barb's Place offers 2 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Waipara bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 cot
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • 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
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Barb's Place?

Yep, Barb's Place has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Barb's Place?

The closest beach to Barb's Place is Amberley Beach (13.5 km).

Is Barb's Place family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Barb's Place is a hit with families.

Does Barb's Place serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Barb's Place?

No, Barb's Place does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Barb's Place?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Barb's Place?

Dogs are welcome at Barb's Place, with food and water bowls on offer.

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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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