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Hawkdun Lodge

1 Bute Street, Ranfurly 9332, New Zealand
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Hawkdun Lodge
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Ranked #1 of 5 Speciality lodging in Ranfurly
5.0 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
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Nelson NZ
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29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
“An excellent stay.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

We stayed here three nights while attending the Bards, Ballards and Bulldust festival - May 2013. What an excellent place. Large rooms, double glazed, heatpump, Good kitchen and underfloor heating in the ensuite. We enjoyed the spa room - excellent set up - and the lounge, kitchen dining room. The whole motel is exceptionally well set up. Thoroughly recommend as... More

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buteranfurly, Owner at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
7 June 2013

Dear Sherwick Thank you for your comments and I do hope you enjoyed exploring the Maniototo over the weekend. I thought the Bards, Ballads & Bulldust festival was wonderful and I do hope we can repeat it. Thanks once again for taking the time to provide a review. Kind regards Diane More

Dubbo, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A fantastic find for a group from Australia”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We were a group of 16 from Australia and made our booking via a travel agent. Although the website showed that Hawkdun Lodge was attractive we were not expecting too much in such a small town. How wrong we were! We were welcomed by the owner and were shown to our rooms which were spacious and tastefully decorated. Although the... More

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buteranfurly, Owner at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Dear Dubbo travellers, it was lovely to have you to stay. It is wonderful to see a group of friends having fun and enjoying each others company. We hope the rest of your stay in NZ went well and that you will come back! Thank you for taking the time to write a review, it is very much appreciated. All... More

Blenheim, New Zealand
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5 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“2nd night on Rail Trail”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Arrived mid- afternoon to a warm welcome. Our studio unit was large & spotless. Thoroughly enjoyable day & a yummy breakfast was enjoyed before starting off on our last day on the cycle trail. Overall impression of Hawkdun Lodge was excellent, although slightly expensive compared to other accommodation we stayed at in central otago.

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buteranfurly, Owner at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Thank you Jilly for your comments - your feedback is much appreciated. We do hope you have great memories of your time cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail. More

Auckland Region, New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Heaps of Room, good Service.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

We arrived at lunch time for our booking at 2 pm and were welcomed to our lovely new units, no problem that we were two hours early. The unit was spacious and spotless and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Quite simply the best accommodation that we experienced on our six day cycle ride

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buteranfurly, Manager at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
16 March 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review - we do appreciate your comments. We hope you enjoyed your time in our part of the world. All the best from Richard. More

Brisbane Aust
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Rail trailers make this stop!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

An extremely accommodating host. A feeling of luxury after a day on the dusty rail trail. We stayed in the generously sized honeymoon suite. It seemed to be soundproofed from the road. A perfect breakfast for the health conscious. Would definitely recommend.

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buteranfurly, Owner at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
16 March 2013

Thank you so much - we really appreciate your feedback. It was lovely to have you to stay and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your rail trail adventure. More

Dunedin
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“Simply the Best!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

Highly recommend the Hawkdun Lodge in Ranfurly. Look no further!! Richard is a great host who took the time to welcome us and stop and answer questions during our stay. The jewel in the crown is the Hawkdun Room - a communal area with comfy couches, large TV, dining tables and kitchen. Breakfast is served here and it's a great... More

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Oamaru, New Zealand
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Absolutely fantastic”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Totally recommend the Hawkdun Lodge. We are on day 2 of the Central Otago Rail Trail and stayed here. Beautiful rooms, spa room and an amazing family room for dining and relaxing in shod u wish to venture from your room. Stunning furnished and excellent decor. Richard is a fantastic host. Thoroughly recommend

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buteranfurly, Owner at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
28 January 2013

Thank you Julie for your feedback, we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again some time. More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Highly recommended!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

Warm hospitality, lovely modern rooms with nice furnishings, fabulous spa! (The jets are great for massaging the aches from the Otago Central Rail Trail.) Free to wash & dry clothes, including the washing powder. Things to see nearby, too.

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Bay of Plenty
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34 reviews 34 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Excellent accommodation”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012

I stayed here with a group. We had a lovely area for breakfast. New accommodation, clean, modern. Great host - friendly and helpful. Just opposite rail trail as you enter Ranfurly from Lauder. Lock up area for bikes. Large spa room

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buteranfurly, Owner at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
13 November 2012

Thank you for your positive comments and we do hope you enjoyed the rest of your Rail Trail adventure. More

Christchurch, New Zealand
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41 reviews 41 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Wonderful surroundings and hosts!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2012

We found Hawkdun Lodge on the internet and boy are we pleased we did! Fabulous spot in the middle of the Maniototo Basin with amazing surround views that changed throughout the day. Our bed was superb, the hosts brilliant and the breakfast excellent in the fabulous recreation/breakfast/TV room.We loved hopping in the car and driving to Palmerston, Naseby, the wedderburn... More

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buteranfurly, Owner at Hawkdun Lodge, responded to this review
20 August 2012

Thank you so much for your feedback. We do believe the Maniototo with its traditions and magnificent landscape is a great place to visit. It was lovely to have you to stay and hope to see you again some time. More

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Address: 1 Bute Street, Ranfurly 9332, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > South Island > Ranfurly
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Ranked #1 of 5 Speciality lodging in Ranfurly
Price range (per night): RM382 - 451

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