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Riverstone House

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Geraldine Downs with free breakfast

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Property entrance
Suite, Ground Floor
View from property
Interior entrance
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Business services
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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91 Pye Road, The Downs, RD 21, Geraldine Downs, Canterbury, 7991
  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Vintage Car & Machinery Museum
  • Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room (Upstairs Retreat)

Superior Room (Upstairs Retreat)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ground Floor

Suite, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 11 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Geraldine Downs

At Riverstone House you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Vintage Car & Machinery Museum and within 15 minutes of Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the pool loungers and lifeguards on site as well as access to archery. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning a free English breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Geraldine Downs B&B include Geraldine Observatory and Geraldine Historical Society Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Geraldine Observatory - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Pleasant Valley Daffodils - 15 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Verdé Cafe Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barker's Foodstore & Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Geraldine Orchard Farm Shop Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mundell's Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Riverstone House

Bed & breakfast in Geraldine Downs with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Riverstone House. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Geraldine Downs bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
Riverstone House offers 2 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Geraldine Downs bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Riverstone House B&B Geraldine
Riverstone House B&B
Riverstone House Geraldine
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast
Riverstone House Geraldine Downs
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast Geraldine Downs

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riverstone House?

Riverstone House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverstone House?

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverstone House on 18 Sept 2025 start from AU$163.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Riverstone House?

Yep, Riverstone House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Riverstone House?

The closest beach to Riverstone House is Caroline Bay Beach (34 km).

What makes Riverstone House a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Riverstone House.

Does Riverstone House serve breakfast?

Yeah, free English brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverstone House?

No, Riverstone House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riverstone House?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riverstone House?

No, only service animals are allowed.