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Ambleside B&B

5 Te Hepera Street, Taupo 3330 , New Zealand
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Ambleside B&B
Ranked #6 of 29 Taupo B&B and Inns
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Devon
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16 reviews 16 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

Russ and Pat are a truly an amazing couple who welcome you into their home as if you have been friends for years. By the time you leave you will feel as if you have been. It starts with afternoon tea (Pat is a phenomenal baker) and can progress to more stimulating drinks and nibbles on the terrace in front... More

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fleet
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

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

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Sussex
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12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

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

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Canberra, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

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

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Bath, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2012 via mobile

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.

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Nottingham
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2012

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

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Munich, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2012

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

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Munich, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2012

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

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Auckland
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2012

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

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york, UK
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14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012 via mobile

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

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Address: 5 Te Hepera Street, Taupo 3330 , New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Taupo
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Ranked #6 of 29 B&Bs / Inns in Taupo

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