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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Antares Homestay in Blenheim offers a bed and breakfast experience with a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, water sports facilities, and complimentary bicycles. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a hot tub, outdoor play area, and family rooms. Additional amenities include a shared kitchen, laundry service, and free on-site private parking. Convenient Location: Located 9 km from Marlborough Airport, Antares Homestay is highly rated for its bike/bicycle, host, and convenient location. Nearby attractions include hiking and cycling opportunities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Donna
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Perfect haven to rest in. Mandy was a incredible host 👏
  • Jenni
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely situation, loads of space, most enjoyable we wish we had more time to enjoy the sunny outdoors and spa.
  • Natalie
    Australia Australia
    The room and ensuite was immaculately clean and a good size, a large shared living area with ample facilities if you want to self cater. Breakfast made by Mandy was very nice and as big or as small as you like with hot and cold options and local...
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hostess was so accommodating and informative. Breakfast was lovely, with homemade jams. The bed was so comfortable and the location was perfect.
  • Heather
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Like being at home but with extra facilities such as a good sized pool and warm hot tub.Great hosts , especially Mandy who looked after us very well.Driving us to a nearby restaurant and providing bikes to tour around the local vineyards and...
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were staying in a room in the main house and had access to a shared lounge and kitchen, although we were the only ones there the night we were staying. We rented bikes from Mandy so we could cycle around the vineyards and when we got back we...
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful gardens with swimming pool and relaxing lounge
  • Kim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent hosts and pod was in a perfect location to explore the vineyards. The bikes we hired were great. Breakfast provided was really nice.
  • Benoît
    France France
    The localisation and property was really great. The host was really friendly and accommodating. Various options for breakfast. Also taking into considerations food restrictions.
  • Jennie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The grounds were beautiful and the location was stunning.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Patrick & Mandy - Owners

Company review score: 9.9Based on 120 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Mandy & Patrick - we are the owners of Antares Homestay Our interests include gardening, vintage tractors & cars, horses & promoting NZ & in particular the beautiful Marlborough region

Property information

Antares is set in the middle of the Marlborough vineyards. With 2 x 2 bedroom apartments & 1 x Studio, plus our new accommodation option - Stars & Vines pod with own private bathroom. The new pod offers a private deck with views over the vineyards to the mountains & of course, the stars at night. The pod comes with a welcome package of Marlborough sparkling wine, with locally made chocolates, mini candles & fresh flowers along with a welcome fruit & cheese platter. The pod has basic kitchen facilities & comes with added option of served breakfast with cooked option. All apartments have access to shared Hot tub & swimming pool with views of gardens, vineyards & surrounding hills & mountains. We have many wineries close by - Herzog's winery is only 5 minutes walk. A stay at Antares is peaceful & relaxing with 4 acres of gardens, lemon grove, & olive trees lining the drive. There are 2 ponds & the gardens attract many native birds, & a wonderful frog chorus at night time. We have bikes for our guests to hire to explore the area.

Neighbourhood information

Antares homestay is set in a quiet location close to the Wairau River & numerous wineries & restaurants. It is a very safe area. The nearest café with shops is the Vines Village which is just over 1 km away. The café has a good children's play area. The nearest supermarket & dairy are situated in Renwick - approximately 5kms away. There is also 2pubs, a butchers, a garage & café in Renwick. Just a short 10 minute drive way is the Omaka Heritage Air Museum & also a Classic car collection.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

House rules

Antares Homestay takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 65 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 65 per child, per night
17+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 85 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that due to Covid-19, New Zealand guests are requested to provide the city they come from to the property before check in.

Please inform Antares Homestay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.