What a wonderful respite! Christine is such a lovely person and so much fun to visit. We felt right at home from the beginning. Her home is so contemporary for a farm, but she does have 4 mules and 2 pigs! In the evening it was so nice to sit in her large open area by the fireplace and visit... More

Everything was perfect at Doolan's Country Retreat! The views are stunning, the home is immaculate, the breakfast fantastic and Christine is an absolute joy. We really wished that we had booked more than 2 nights so we could spend more time with Christine and her donkeys. When we arrived, I immediately asked about the donkeys because I am an animal... More

Christine provides a sanctuary retreat with a breath taking view to be envied by any five star in the area. She has knowledge leading from 1960's to present of the area. Ask her anything and she knows all locale knowledge and customs. Familiar with New Zealand in such detail she will guide you into wise choices in travel timing and... More

This is a beautiful house, run by a charming host, that sits on the top of a hill. The views are breathaking by day and by night; and Christine will tell you stories about the stars. Breakfast was delicious; the rooms were nicely appointed and very clean. The showers had good water pressure and anything we needed was available. You... More

Doolan's Country Retreat is a great B&B - clean, spacious, private and excellent breakfast. Christine, the owner, was very friendly and welcoming. The B&B has a beautiful garden and several paddocks, in which live donkeys and pigs. Christine introduced us to and let us feed her animals. For those people who may be thinking 'I don't want to stay on... More

We stayed at Doolan's for a couple of nights in February during our month long tour of NZ. Even though we have been back in the UK for a couple of weeks, we still talk about our stay as it was one of the highlights of our trip. Like other reviewers have already stated, the house is unique and is... More

My husband and I have travelled extensively throughout the world and I must say that Doolan's Country Retreat B & B has made it to my number 1 spot of all places I have stayed at. Christine Doolan, the owner, is such a delight! She will greet you at the door with the warmest of smiles and say "welcome to... More

Ten minutes or less from Rotorua with wonderful views, The building is interesting and beautifully appointed. The very large garden is well worth exploring. The bedroom is beautiful a good size. The host is very nice and helpful and breakfast is fine. We brought fish and chips back one night at our host suggestion and it was very pleasant eat... More

What a wonderful trip away we had for a night at Doolans. Christine was a wonderful host and we enjoyed our time there immensly. The highlights included the views, feeding the donkeys and pigs, the beautiful breakfast and the welcoming and relaxed atmosphere she creates. We only wished we could have stayed longer. Thanks Christine, Keith and Kylee