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The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star B&B with free breakfast

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Front of property
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Luxury Room (McSkimmings Suite)
Aerial view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
146 Benhar Rd, Benhar, OTA, 9272
  • Southern Institute of Technology
    12 min drive
  • Shaws Island
    19 min drive
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse
    45 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    46 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Iwi Katea Room)

Superior Double Room (Iwi Katea Room)

Superior Double Room (Iwi Katea Room)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room (O'Malley Suite)

Luxury Double Room (O'Malley Suite)

Luxury Double Room (O'Malley Suite)

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room (McSkimmings Suite)

Luxury Room (McSkimmings Suite)

Luxury Room (McSkimmings Suite)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Benhar

Close to the beach.Stay at this Benhar B&B and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Southern Institute of Technology and Shaws Island. Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Kaka Point Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kaka Point Beach - 29 min drive
  • Kaka Point Scenic Reserve - 30 min drive
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse - 45 min drive
  • Purakaunui Falls - 50 min drive
  • Brighton Beach - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 55 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raj Indian Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Captains Cafe & Rudder Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Heart and Soul Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation

Family-friendly 4-star B&B with free breakfast
The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation offers its guests a spa tub and a sauna. Free breakfast is available daily. The family-friendly The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation also features a garden, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Benhar bed & breakfast.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1914
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation offers 3 accommodations with outdoor private spa tubs and free minibar items. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 48-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels, video-game consoles, and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. This Benhar bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Separate dining area
  • Trampoline
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch Smart TV
  • Digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Video-game console

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Dining room
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Private outdoor spa tub
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

The Fern Thistle Accommodation
The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation Benhar
The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation Bed & breakfast
The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation Bed & breakfast Benhar

The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The love and respect shown for the historic property by the current owners is inspiring. There is a very welcoming and family oriented feel to the property, and their two labs are friendly and good company. I would seriously recommend this property for small group getaways, corporate or private retreats.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

E

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous Historical Home
Wow what a beautiful setting for this glorious homestead. Stunning room (wonderful free upgrade-thank you!) with so much space and history beautifully presented. Unlimited tea & coffee & cold drinks a real bonus and the free sweet treats in the room much appreciated. Bathroom is separate but each room has its own bathroom so not a problem. The included breakfast was a great bonus with homemade breads & conserves. Radiator heating throughout the house made it so warm & cosy! Will definitely stay again as hosts very welcoming and helpful. Really interesting history of the building & the town which adds to the experience and so close to Balclutha so great for business trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and beautiful house with wonderful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and excellent hosts! Had everything we could have dreamed of.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OMG what an amazing we gem! Matt was so friendly and accommodating of us and our dog. The grounds were amazing, the room was amazing and everything else was just all round amazing. I would highly recommend a stay here and we will for sure be back again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

travis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I could give this place 10 stars I would. I’ve stayed at some of the finest places in the world. There is not enough space to list all of amenities and complimentary services offered here. It is beautiful and you feel like a pampered guest of the aristocracy. You’ll just have to see for yourself. Best in the south island for sure. Hosts are great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hospitality and welcome excellent! Grounds are beautiful. It was my first time staying in this type of accommodation and truly enjoyed it. Highly recommended. My gratitude to the family hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice old style feeling. Beautiful room, building and surrounding courtyard as well as history behind the building & area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Howard, East islip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable B & B about 10 minutes outside Balclutha in the country. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Would recommend to all who visit this area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Amelia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wallace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trek to bathroom
The bathroom was a trek down the hallway and the taps were nearly impossible to get your hands under the water
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts and accommodation in a beautiful historic home with lovely gardens. Comfortable spacious room with very comfortable bed and mattress. Large bathroom with plenty of extras. Excellent breakfast plenty of choice. Couldn't ask for more
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical building in a perfect location. Matt and Brooke were charming hosts and went out of their way to look after us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet and enjoyable night, host very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host is a great guy and property is beautiful! Decor around the house is luxurious in a old victorian vibe. Only downside is that bathrooms are abit far from rooms and the door was not very sound proof. Other than that, it would be a great place to stay for a gettaway!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming accommodation with beautiful garden and surrounds. It has character and close to Caitlin's and all the attractions of the region.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanlet

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of a kind
Relaxing and luxurious stay :) Very quiet and neat
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful host. Beautiful historic building with well-appointed warm rooms (complimentary drinks!) and pretty gardens. Breakfast options aplenty with great coffee and homemade breads & spreads. Thanks Matt!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joelle de

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property in lovely grounds. Close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing BB
It as amazing in every way possible. Hot tub, Sauna, free bar fridge..best breakie ever
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022