Very helpful host, quiet location, superb quality establishment, bespoke breakfast, convenient parking, great furnishings, cozy well equipped living room.

My only complaints are as follows, and relate to my room only (Tui) The bed making is too tight: I had to get up and and yank the top sheet/blanket from the bottom of the bed because my feet were being squashed to the side. Consider using duvets/quilts. The cabling that runs underneath the bottom bedsheet into a 'device' situated under the pillow area of the bed. This was on both sides of the bed. I was unable to ascertain the nature of the devices as the lower bedsheet was incredibly tightly fitted but in any case it's weird and creepy and should be removed.

Stayed overnight on the way through to Picton. Phillipe is a great host, very accommodating. Offered to help with bags upstairs, good dinner recommendation. Excellant breakfast with homemade jam/bread/free range eggs (checked requirements the evening before and accommodated gluten free, which was much appreciated). Very large, spotless room with beautiful view. Very peaceful. Thank you.

Bed furnished with electric blanket - no doubt useful in winter, but found sleeping on this uncomfortable in the mild summer weather. Would have asked for this to be removed if staying longer.

The bedroom was large with very comfortable beds. The bathroom was big with both a shower and an amazingly big bath. There was a communal lounge area for guests and dining area/kitchen. Philip lit the wood burning stove so we had a very cosy evening sitting in front of it. There was a very pretty outdoor seating area with the wisteria in full bloom and the garden was lovely. We had both breakfast and an evening meal prepared for us, both of which were excellent. Seemingly we stayed a few weeks ahead of the tourist season starting and we were the only guests there. It felt as if we were in a catered chalet with Philip and Daphne being the perfect hosts spoiling us. If I could score them 100/10 I would have done!! Such a lovely stay.

Absolutely nothing!

Surrounded by nature next to the Buller River stands this beautiful rustic lodge . it was very cosy sitting by the log fire in the evening after our walk around the property to the river's edge., On arrival in the late afternoon, we were greeted by our very welcoming host,Phillip. He cooked a wonderful homemade breakfast using their own fresh grown eggs. The house facilities included a full kitchen ,lounge and nearly everything you need. The linen was first class andt so too,the bathroom . Clearly Phillip and his wife ,Daphne ,both have an eye for detail. Even providing a complementary snack and drink. I could see us returning to stay as a retreat experience.

Nothing really as there is no need for a TV or A/C anyway.

The lodge was like being in a warm, comfortable home. Phillip was an excellent host & his knowledge of the area was very impressive . He prepared a delicious pasta dish for our dinner and the breakfast with home-made bread, perfect eggs & bacon plus fruit, toast & spreads was scrumptious. Comfortable beds & downy pillows provided us with a wonderful nights sleep. We can highly recommend the lodge as a perfect place to stay in Murchison. Thank you Phillip.

We enjoyed every aspect.

This lodge is really like being home from home. The host Philip and his family make you feel very welcome. The room is spacious and well equipped along with a fabulous en suite bathroom c/w a little nightlight. The family live in a separate property adjacent so guests can use the kitchen, dining and lounge areas. Breakfast was substantial and included some very tasty home made food stuffs. This lodge would have made an ideal base for several days.

The bed was a little uncomfortable and cold . perhaps should have made use of the electric blanket. We found evening meals in the immediate area to be very poor quality and should have had an evening meal in the lodge. Fair warning of this would have been useful so we could have purchased ingredients en route. Sadly we only stayed one night.

Our first b&b of the trip and you realise the benefits over a motel stay. Tucked away in a woody area just 5 mins from town ( an easy walk ) , the beautiful lodge is a great place to relax after a tough day out. Lovely communal living/sitting area and kitchen allows you to relax alone or meet the other guests ( only 3 rooms I think, so not like you are surrounded by people ) Our first floor room was lovely. Large, bright, great outlook onto the extensive gardens and full of the lovely homely things that makes this different from a hotel room. There’s a lovely little path from the house to a small gazebo down by the river and a beautiful spot for some ‘me time’ Breakfast included and was excellent. The final word for the hosts who were charming, friendly and could not have been more helpful .

The house itself and decor was very charming, creating a very relaxing cottage like atmosphere. There was a large lounge room, with various outdoor spaces to relax. Specifically we liked that there were board games, odds and sods if you needed it; like sunscreen or activity advice etc. We liked the added small bar available to guests, while our host made a great effort accommodating my vegan requirements for breakfast.

Nothing! We enjoyed all parts!

Such a warm welcome with everything we could have wanted accommodated. Breakfast was definitely one of the highlights with homemade jam and bread as well as espresso/tea. An honor bar with a number of drink options and a porch looking out on the mountains were also nice touches. The rooms had all the perfect touches from space heaters in the bathrooms so you were toasty getting out of the shower, drinking water, heated mattress pads, toiletries and the sound or crickets outside as you fall asleep. Book one of the upstairs rooms if available- there are so many windows and the views are incredible!

We loved everything about our stay at Murchison Lodge. We were the only guests staying this particular night so it felt very special to have the beautiful house to ourselves. In the morning Philip cooked us an amazing breakfast, after which we went for a lovely stroll through his property down to the river. Philip was the best host: so friendly and interesting to talk to — and kind. I accidentally left something behind, which Philip generously posted home to us for no charge. incredible! All in all, a standout stay for us. Thank you, Philip!