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Vintners Retreat

5.0 star property

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Manor Villa
Stable Villa
Family Villa | Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Manor Villa | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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55 Raparua Road, Rapaura, 7273
  • Place, Nautilus Estate
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairau River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Bladen Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Two Bedroom Lodge

Two Bedroom Lodge

  • 162 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Manor Villa

  • 162 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Vineyard view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Three Bedroom Lodge

Three Bedroom Lodge

  • 174 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Vineyard view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds

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Stable Villa

Stable Villa

  • 119 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About this property

Vintners Retreat

Luxury aparthotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court
This smoke-free aparthotel features an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a business center, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Each apartment boasts a jetted tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests will appreciate conveniences like 2 bathrooms and a washer/dryer, while a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available on request.
Vintners Retreat offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 5-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Vintners Retreat, you're just a quick walk from Nautilus Estate. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool. Built in 2001, this luxury aparthotel has 10 apartments. Each apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a jetted tub.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, bike rentals, and a playground
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Wairau River and 5 minutes from Cloudy Bay Vineyards
Vintners Retreat offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Vintners Retreat. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Rapaura aparthotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 60 per day

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Business centre
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Vineyard
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 10 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 2001
  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 60.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in April.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Vintners Retreat
Vintners Retreat Apartment
Vintners Retreat Apartment Renwick
Vintners Retreat Renwick
Vintners Retreat Hotel
Vintners Retreat Rapaura
Vintners Retreat Aparthotel
Vintners Retreat Aparthotel Rapaura

Vintners Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place to stay about 20 minutes out of Blenheim. Lots of space and 2 bathrooms. Everything you need in the kitchen. Comfy beds and great shower. Close to some of the vineyards and to Renwick
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances

Travelled with family
Terrible customer service. Barely said hello.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Well maintained. Clean unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous place to stay with gorgeous views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Talk about Customer Service!

I want to give this hotel amazing accolades for their service. There was a mix up with a unit being sold and our reservation not being available any longer. Now I know what you're thinking, wait how are you going to give them accolades without a stay. YOU GUYS- this was the best service ever, and I come from customer service background so I am always on the problem solving bus. So we show up, the manager is so so nice and tells us what happened, and says BUT I have a place for you to stay, it's right down the street, super close (it was!) and it's same level as you booked (2 bedroom, and it was!) and I'm so so sorry for the inconvenience. He then paid for our dinner and gave us a bottle of champagne for the inconvenience. I was actually so shocked, I didn't even know how to respond. He had solved the problem, with a great solution, and then went above and beyond to make it right. The place we stayed was AMAZING, the host met us outside, had the best chocolates ever as a treat for us and honestly, I will never forget how above and beyone they went for us. This would never happen in most places. Thank you for all you did, we will always speak so highly of you! I will say- location for this hotel even though we did not stay is AMAZING for wine tasting. And a couple of the vineyards even said oh it's really nice there! Anyway- thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was ideal for wine tasting. Close to many vineyards and restaurants. Easy to find and the property staff was friendly and easily accessible. Beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! I was nervous booking it because it seemed too good to be true, but it was absolutely fantastic and even better than I had imagined or hoped for!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I brought our 23 year old daughter and stayed 2 nights. The staff were lovely and the property was clean and very comfortable. We walked to many vineyards in the area. It is a lovely place and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kriti, Boston

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So friendly and helpful. Walkable to everything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie, Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was our home from home, absolutely beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place was in an absolutely idyllic setting. There were vineyards and baby goats and sheep, just off the back of the property and waking up to open the back curtains and see the view of the mountains and the vineyards was just perfection. Mike at the front desk was super helpful. The amenities were all in good working order. I would go back there for a week or two every single year if I could
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Travelled with family
Well manicured property. Beautiful scenery of vineyards even in late fall. Spacious villa with well equipped kitchen. Easy check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Van Trung

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located at the heart of the wine village. Very convenient and pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views of a vineyard from the upstairs bedroom. Nice patio for enjoying a glass of wine. Kitchen was well equipped if you want to cook dinner. Nice to have laundry room, including an electric clothes dryer. Everything was clean and functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Comfortable, convenient accommodation with everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Valda, Woodbridge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring wine country. Comfortable, clean, a little dated. Only downside was slow internet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay prior to family wedding. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger, Lymington

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
This is a beautiful venue sitting next to a picturesque vineyard. The unit had a full living room, dining room, kitchen and bath on the lower level with 2 large bedrooms on the upper level, with a deck and a large bathroom with a jet tub. There was a washer and dryer in the garage. Off the living room was a beautiful private yard with a dining table with umbrella and chairs. The property has a solar heated pool and a tennis court. We enjoyed staying here and would come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen, London

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolute treat for us after being in hotels for a few wks. Personal Space in a lovely cottage. An affordable option to break up the hotel Monotony. Was able to do some laundry, kids could swim and play tennis and wineries were SO closed we were all happy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Choosit

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, plenty of space and good outdoor patio area. Excellent water pressure for showers and a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very well appointed villas in a peaceful rural set

Very well appointed villas in a peaceful rural setting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

We will be back

Everything you could want - easy checkin- well equipped, spacious and interesting layout.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023