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Tophouse Homestead Historic Bed & Breakfast

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1. Tophouse Historic Hotel2. NZ's smallest licensed bar3. Dining room wedding reception4. Tophouse fireplace5. Holly's room6. Long room7. Lavender room8. Gold room9. Dining table10. Front Tophouse11. View from chalet12. Lounge

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  Rates are TAX inclusive, per room, and will be charged in New Zealand Dollars ($) Booking Fees

Property Details

68 Tophouse Road
St.arnaud 7072 Nelson Lakes
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Tophouse Homestead is a category "A" listed building. There are six rooms in the Homestead and four self contained chalets with mountain views that sleep five per chalet.

We are located in the Nelson Lakes region near the Village of St.Arnaud and just nine kilometres from beautiful Lake Rotoiti.

Staying here is like going back 100 years, but with the convenience of modern day accommodation. Re-telling the history to our guests about the two murders/suicide that happened here is one of the many highlights of this unique experience whilst staying at Tophouse Homestead.Feel the warmth-experience the atmosphere.

We cater for corporates,weddings and small family reunions. Our restaurant can cater for up to 25 guests in the main dinning room and can be extended by using a separate room for an extra 10 guests. We are open daily for lunches from 11 am to 5 pm and dinners from 6.00pm onwards, bookings essential.

Our typical set evening meal is: Homemade soup with a parsley bun, Wild Pork, Venison or Thar with four seasonal vegetables, hot apple pie and cream, tea or coffee for $45.00 per person. We have an extensive lunch menu and are famous for our Devonshire tea's. Our Smallest Bar in NZ is stocked with many local wines, beers and soft drinks and has a reputation going back 100 years.

We also have a novelty "Hole in One" golf shot with prizes, and a Petanque pitch! Other attractions around the area are hiking, fishing,canoeing, mountain biking, skiing, wine trails or just relaxing at Lake Rotoiti.
  • Bar / Lounge
  • BBQ facilities
  • Café
  • Conference/Meeting facilities
  • Gay friendly
  • Non-smoking property
  • On-site parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant/s
  • Self service laundry facilities
  • Street parking

Long Room For Three

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Three persons travelling - this is the room! With 3 single beds, shared bathroom facilities and use of communal lounge area.
Rates are for 3 people. The room caters for a maximum of 3 adults, and a maximum of 2 children but cannot exceed 3 guests in total.

The following bedding is provided:


3 singles
Cancellation Policy:
Minimum 24 Hours (1st night)
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Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.
  • Hairdryer
  • In-room heater
  • Non-smoking only
  • Opening windows
  • Shared bathroom

Chalet

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Deck with mountain views, 2 bedroom self contained unit with sitting room and kitchen.
Rates are for 2 people. Extra adults $25.00. Extra children $15.00. The room caters for a maximum of 5 adults, and a maximum of 3 children but cannot exceed 5 guests in total.

The following bedding is provided:


1 double and 3 singles
Cancellation Policy:
Minimum 24 Hours (1st night)
  (details... )
Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.
  • Balcony / courtyard
  • Clothes line / airer
  • DVD player
  • Full kitchen
  • Hairdryer
  • In-room heater
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Non-smoking only
  • Opening windows
  • Refrigerator - bar size
  • Shower
  • Tea/Coffee Making
  • TV

Double in the Homestead

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Enjoy old world charm! Double Room with shared bathroom facilities. Use of communal lounge area with television and a chance to catch up with other guests.
Rates are for 2 people. The room caters for a maximum of 2 adults.

The following bedding is provided:


1 double
Cancellation Policy:
Minimum 24 Hours (1st night)
  (details... )
Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.
  • Hairdryer
  • In-room heater
  • Non-smoking only
  • Opening windows
  • Shared bathroom

Single in the Homestead

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Perfect for the single traveller. Antique furnishings to set the ambience. Single bed with shared bathroom facilities. Use of communal lounge with TV.
Rates are for 1 person. The room caters for a maximum of 1 adult.

The following bedding is provided:


1 single
Cancellation Policy:
Minimum 24 Hours (1st night)
  (details... )
Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 24 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.
  • Hairdryer
  • In-room heater
  • Non-smoking only
  • Opening windows
  • Shared bathroom

Business Facilities

Small conferences (max 20),Victorian atmosphere
 

 
Check In 1400hrs
Check In Instructions Credit Card details required on check-in. Please note prior arrangements required for early check in and late arrivals. Please contact us directly. Our telephone number will be on your booking confirmation.
Check Out 1000hrs
Getting There Nelson and Blenheim airports: Approximately 1 hour drive
Village of St Arnaud is 9km away

Coming from Nelson, take the turnoff at Belgrove to St Arnaud/Nelson Lakes. Follow the road for 45km and Tophouse Rd is sign-posted on your left. Follow Tophouse Rd for 700mtrs to reach Tophouse Homestead.

From Blenheim take the SH63 to Westport. After 90km take the turnoff towards Nelson. Tophouse Homestead is then a 4 km drive to turning from Tophouse Rd on your right hand side. We are 700mts futher up the road.
Parking Ample car parking available
Things To Do Attractions around the area are hiking, fishing, canoeing, mountain biking, skiing, wine trails or just relaxing at Lake Rotoiti.
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