The Stables at the Starling Homestead

Soak under the stars in twin outdoor baths & snuggle by the vintage gas fire at your own private country retreat in Waipara wine country Escape to The Stables at the Starling Homestead, a private, boutique farm stay 45 minutes north of Christchurch. Designed for couples seeking romance, relaxation or a special celebration. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿… Proposals, honeymoons, baby moons & romantic getaways. Small weddings, elopements & photoshoots - details available under The Starling Homestead The space ✨ ✨✨✨✨✨ 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘁… •Twin outdoor baths under the stars. •Vintage clawfoot tub indoors for indulgent soaks. •Handcrafted rimu kitchenette with generous breakfast essentials included (and a few treats!) •Complimentary guest bikes to explore the neighbouring wineries. •Books, games & activities included. •Meet & feed our friendly farm animals & dogs •Gas fireplace for cosy evenings in. •Super comfy bed •Heatpump, air conditioning, UE boom, smart TV & WIFI included. 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀… •Easy access 5km off SH1 •Neighbouring vineyards & cellar doors 10 mins to Amberley •90 mins to Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs & ski fields Guest access Guests have full exclusive use of the 1200m2 paddock within which The Stables is located. The parking area is adjacent to the hay barn, there is then a short stroll across the grass to get to The Stables Other things to note 📸 More photos and videos: thestarlinghomestead *For non-accommodation use - such as content creation, commercial photoshoots or events - we have more details available elsewhere under our name, The Starling Homestead. 👂As we are surrounded by vineyards there is some associated agricultural noise at certain times of the year 👶 Infants under 2 years old welcome but please BYO portacot & bedding. Not suitable for toddlers or young children sorry. 🛜 Includes WIFI 📺 Includes TV ❄️ Includes air conditioning 🔥 Includes heatpump & gas fire 🍽️ Includes generous breakfast provisions, refreshments & a few treats 💤 Can’t guarantee a sleep in. The various animals wake at daybreak and while we try to minimise noise there isn’t much that quietens chickens, pigs, birds & dogs as they sing their dawn chorus