We'd hardly got out of the car before Pat and Russ were there to welcome us and help with luggage! They really made you feel so welcome with their attention to detail and genuine interest in what we wanted to see in NZ and good helpful advise on interesting places to experience in Taupo. Room was very comfortable and had... More

What a special bed and breakfast this is; we stayed four days (first, just for one night then we returned for a further three before motoring up to Auckland). We were made to feel treasured guests by Pat and Russ, nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were very comfortable, the breakfasts great and the extra homemade goodies lovely. All... More

From the moment Pat welcomed us in the driveway, until our fond farewell following our two nights' stay, we were immersed in the fabulous ambience and atmosphere that is Ambleside. We cannot write glowingly enough of the overall hospitality afforded to us by these most experienced hosts, Pat and Russ; from the time spent with us planning our sightseeing, the... More

The incredible care and attention which Pat and Russ afford to their guests is outstanding . In giving advice and attending to every need they are each wonderful. The accommodation itself could not be more comfortable, and the location (just outside the main part of Taupo but a few minutes walk from the lake ) is perfect.

There is nothing about Ambleside that you could possibly improve on. The accommodation is beautiful, the situation superb, the food delicious and the geo-thermally heated tub in the garden fantastic, but best of all are the hosts. Pat and Russ are so warm, welcoming and generous with their time and help that it's like staying with good friends. We stay... More

We stayed three nights in this beautiful place and as in many reviews written before this one - we can only confirm that Pat and Russ are the perfect hosts! We felt very comfortable from the very first moment and enjoyed to learn a lot about the region and the life in New Zealand. The rooms are simply gorgeous and... More

Arriving at Ambleside the first, we experienced, was a very warm welcome. Pat and Russ are the most generous and lovely hosts, the room, we had, was every day cleaned and provided with excellent home baking and chocolates, the beds every day done, lots of Information and maps were provided. Apart from that, Pat and Russ gave us a lot... More

We stayed at Ambleside on 2 July 2012, in New Zealand's midwinter. Pat and Ross were extremely hospitable hosts and made us feel instantly welcome, as did their lovely wood stove and the cup of tea and cake. Their home is modern and warm, with gorgeous views of Lake Taupo from large windows of the two guest rooms we occupied.... More

We only stayed one night, but Pat and Russ were very welcoming and looked after our every need. They were keen to make recommendations of things to do, and stuff to see in Taupo. The room we had had great views out over the lake (the house is part way up a hill, so you can see above the other... More