We loved this place - clean, modern, quality appointments (good bedding and bathroom linens, strong internet connection), incredible attention to detail (heated floor, iPod dock, great selection of continental breakfast items), great natural light and view of vineyard outside, cute deck with outdoor seating. Very private. Terrific value. Lovely hosts. Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer.

I have just read through Elton_Bear's review and that pretty much says it all. We did the Rock Ferry lunch and the Aviation Centre ... both were excellent. Yup, we BBQ on one night too. We went to Raupo for dinner on the second night ... great food but the restaurant is a bit noisy and lacks atmosphere. We stayed... More

Our stay at Walnut Block was probably the highlight stay of our NZ tour. The location is great, nestling quietly just outside the lovely garden of the owners, Helen and Clyde Sowman, but within just a few strides of hectares of vines, as well as the very old walnut tree that gives the name to the section. The owners were... More

Very lovely place to stay, cozy and well equipped with kitchen. It's winter time when we were there, and I love the heated toilet flooring. Good view of vineyard and staying there was the highlight of my trip. If you drive, it's also very accessible to all the vineyards nearby. Comfortable bed and owner is kind enough to stock up... More

We spent two nights at this lovely property which is peacefully situated amongst the vines. The cottages are fitted out to a high standard and are very well equiped with private bbq, terrace etc. The beds are comfortable and unlike many of the other properties which we have stayed in, there is no traffic noise, so a good nights sleep... More

A perfect spot if you are traveling thru as a couple or with grown up extended family members. We stopped for 1 night & booked the 2 cottages, very cosy, private self contained & modern. Very tidy & clean & fully stocked with all you need for a good breakfast. Great value for money & comfortable beds.

The title says it all. We ended up in wine country with no resies and found our way to Walnut Block. Fortunately, they had one of the two cabins available, and we spent two nights. We brought back steaks to cook on our own private BBQ while watching the sunset over the vineyard and sampling some of th winery's offerings.... More

We chose to stay at Walnut Block to give ourselves a break from B&Bs and eating out. It was absolutely perfect, privacy, stunning views, good facilities - so very relaxing. There are two cottages, but the way they have been built means you never see the person in the other one - even when sitting on your balcony - so... More

Staying at Walnut Block was such a treat! My husband and I stayed here at the beginning of our honeymoon, and it was the best start we could imagine. The cottage is perfectly situated just minutes from town but feels completely remote. The cottage itself is luxurious and spacious with a modern, sleek feel. We loved everything about our stay.... More