We enjoyed the warm welcome, augmented by tea and home baking on the verandah. This traditional heritage house oozed charm combined with quality. Furnishings and fittings were antique and all worked perfectly. Tapestries, quilts and cushions were exquisite and all made by our hostess, Marilyn, a very talented lady. The garden, another of Marilyn's talents, was beautifully relaxing and filled... More

if you want perfection this it, lovely breakfast ,walking distance to Russell Marilyn a perfect hostess .Great wine on arrival Marilyn has great knowledge of the history of Russell Very relaxing away from busy Auckland

We recently spent a weekend in the beautiful country cottage attached to Ounuwhao Harding House. Together with our overseas visitors we were 'blown away' with the charming decor and wonderful patchwork quilts. It is a joy to explore the cottage and enjoy all the clever and quirky nooks and crannies. Then there is the garden and casual outdoor furniture to... More

Marilyn is an amazing innkeeper. She welcomed us with a nice cup of tea and showed us to our room, or rather, to our cottage!!! She has some beautiful rooms in the main house, but we were just behind the house in our own cottage. The room was so beautiful, I almost gasped. It was huge and the bathroom was... More

We spent 5 nights in the Cottage and Marilyn and Lee made us feel very welcome on arrival. The Cottage was spotless and very well equipped with everything you needed (and more). The location was beautiful with views over to the bay and it was so quiet and peaceful. The quilts made by Marilyn were works of art and added... More

This home was one in a million - not many people offer such hospitality as well as history. Not many folk can tell the story of moving their house 160 kilometers and lovingly rebuilding it and restoring it to it's original glory. Marilyn went out of her way to make us feel at home. Her breakfasts were a real treat.... More

The previous review really sums up our experience of our 3 nights at Ounuwhao B&B. We arrived early in the afternoon and Marilyn and Lee welcomed us warmly with the offer of tea and cake. Over the days we felt that Marilyn was a friend, she was so warm, interesting and willing to go above and beyond the call of... More

My wife and I spent 2 nights at Ounuwhao B&B and were impressed.The owner's hospitality was amazing. When we first arrived she provided us drinks & cake, let us relax and generally let us gather our bearings. She seemed to know exactly when to approach but also when let us be (a skill not often possessed by proprietors). There were... More

This Beautiful B&B offers wonderful service and a very friendly atmosphere. Delicious breakfast,where one can sit around and chat or just chill out in beautiful surroundings. Rooms are immaculate and very comfortable. You are able to walk into town or just cross over the road and go for a swim. I highly recommend this B&B it's a great place to... More