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Antares Homestay

3.5 star property

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Property grounds
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Loft, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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106 Jeffries Road, Rapaura, 7273
  • Place, Hans Herzog Estate
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairau River
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, No.1 Family Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Loft, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

  • 10 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Rapaura

At Antares Homestay, you'll be 1.5 km (1 mi) from Wairau River and 5.5 km (3.4 mi) from Cloudy Bay Vineyards. Highlights at this aparthotel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features free WiFi, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. Nice touches to enhance your stay include bathrobes and free toiletries. Cable TV, a coffee/tea maker and a portable fan are also available. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Rapaura aparthotel include Fromm Winery and St Clair Winery.
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What's nearby

  • Hans Herzog Estate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wairau River - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • No.1 Family Estate - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cloudy Bay Vineyards - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive - 44.1 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vines Village - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whitehaven Wines Cellar Door - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Harvest - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fancy Cow - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Springlands Tavern - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Antares Homestay

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Antares Homestay. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Rapaura aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Antares Homestay offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Rapaura aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Pool gate

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Library
  • Premium channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Antares Homestay Apartment Renwick
Antares Homestay Apartment
Antares Homestay Renwick
Antares Homestay Rapaura
Antares Homestay Aparthotel
Antares Homestay Aparthotel Rapaura

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Antares Homestay?

Antares Homestay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Antares Homestay?

Yep, Antares Homestay has a free self car park.

Does Antares Homestay have a pool?

Antares Homestay has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from October to May).

Does Antares Homestay serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is offered daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Antares Homestay?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Antares Homestay?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Antares Homestay?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Antares Homestay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Just such a delightful place to stay amongst the vines and citrus trees, à tiny piece of paradise! Mandy and Patrick were such excellent hosts, nothing was too much trouble !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was adaquate, dinning was very good and the area was great for hiking and walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Perfect base for wine tasting

We loved our stay. Lovely grounds and close to many wineries. We rented bikes from Mandy and, on the bike path and small roads near the Homestay, visited four local vineyards for tasting and lunch. Just a caution, these generally need to be prebooked. A wonderful stay overall
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay. The location is perfect and convenient to the wine region. Mandy was so nice and helpful Her breakfast was great and was at whatever time we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Burnet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Antares Homestay is a gem in the heart of the Marlborough wine country. The inn keeper Mandy is wonderful and focused on making guests feel like family. She greeted us and provided a tour of the property and amenities. We stayed in the blue room which was large and quiet. Options for either A/C or enjoying the breezes from the gardens and vineyards. The queen size bed was super comfy. Breakfast was freshly baked croissants, fruit, yoghurt, granola and eggs cooked to order if desired. The B&B had a small kitchen with appliances and fridge for some snacks that we had purchased. The gardens and ponds encourage exploring and walking with a glass of local wine. We also used bikes that were available to explore some of the nearby wineries. We plan to be back in New Zealand in the next year or so and will definitely stay here again! So many wineries to check out, but one that was fantastic and right across the street is Hans Herzog. Highly recommend booking a wine tasting there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodations, hosts, and breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Rancho Santa Fe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our four night stay. Excellent host, great breakfast, hot tub, and poorl and located in the middle of the vineyards. Full kitchen is included. Bicycles available. The rooms are large airy and bright with views of the garden and mountains, flowers and vineyards. One of the best highlights of our trip to New Zealand
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Near the wineries we wanted to visit, but quiet and pretty. It started to rain heavily, so we didn’t get to try the hot tub, but it looked like a perfect spot to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Would come back anytime.

Mandy is a great hostess. Welcoming and knowledgeable, she is a great source of information about wineries, restaurants and other local businesses. Antares is a little paradise surrounded by vineyards. Great B&B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great place to stay in Marlborough wine country

We had a fantastic stay here! Mandy and Patrick are the consummate hosts and took such good care of us. Mandy recommended restaurants and wineries to visit and even booked us a fantastic tasting at Hans Hertzog which is right across the street. We had a bedroom and bath and the use of a full kitchen and living area right next to it. Many prepared delicious breakfasts for us and all the best wineries are within biking distance. They have a pool that was very pretty but we were too busy touring around to use it. I heartily recommend Antares Home Stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jose, Waterville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant, quiet location nestled in the wine country. The gardens very well kept. Excellent suggestions from Mandy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ceirion

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prentice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts. Mandy was so nice. She drove us to a very nice restaurant. Helped with wine tour arrangements.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Mandy for being such a gracious and helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blenheim stay near the river

Property was homely on a large piece of land that gave a calm feeling of getting away from it all. Beautiful views of vineyards and hills. We stayed in the loft apartment with 2 rooms, bathroom, lounge with deck and kitchenette. There were 2 rooms underneath us, yet they did not have guests staying at the time. The main house was far enough away for privacy - a pool and spa is alsoavailable for guest use. We were able to catch up on washing using laundry downstairs. Mandy looks after her guests well with some staple foods, fruit available (fresh peaches from the trees) and even made us beautiful homemade muffins for afternoon tea. The only hitch was the air conditioning unit was rather old and did not immediately work so we had a cool evening and morning, Patrick came to look at it and eventually it did work for the next day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Malena

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Trevligt boende mitt i vindistriktet. Mycket trevligt värdpar som tipsade oss både under vår vistelse och under vår fortsatta resa.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastiskt fint! Sköna sängar, god frukost, härlig miljö. Nära vingårdar.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019