The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B Sth Taranaki NZ

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

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  • The entire place is yours
  • 1076 ft² size
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
    295 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

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About this property

Spacious Accommodation: The Old Eltham Post Office in Sth Taranaki offers a spacious apartment with one bedroom and a living room. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Relaxing Facilities: The apartment features a hot tub, outdoor seating area, and a kitchenette equipped with a coffee machine, microwave, and toaster. Additional amenities include a spa bath, patio, and mountain views. Convenient Location: Located 52 km from New Plymouth Airport, the property is near attractions such as Hollard Gardens (17 km), Tawhiti Museum (18 km), and TSB Stadium (50 km). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, the property is praised for its attentive host and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing property with all amenities you could ask for. The cheese platter and dinner on the first night was a godsend, given it was Easter. Great location for exploring the national park. Would definitely recommended”
Todd
Australia Australia
“The hosts were attentive whilst still giving us our privacy, it was like staying with family. The venue was beautiful and true to the town and building. They did a fantastic job with the renovations. I especially liked learning that they reused...”
Roger
Australia Australia
“Hosts were very welcoming, and prepared us a delicious dinner and breakfast. The decor was phenomenal, like staying in a palace. Handy location for exploring the Taranaki countryside. Plenty of space to relax and enjoy the room. Loved it!”
John
Australia Australia
“Location was good for us as it is only a few minutes from the Mt Egmont National Park where we went hiking. Eltham is an interesting old village, one of the first dairying places in NZ with many old buildings and antique shops. The hosts were very...”
Laura
New Zealand New Zealand
“An extraordinary gem in Eltham. We loved the furnishings, the facilities and food. Lovely welcome by David and Maria, tips on what to do locally, and a really tasty dinner and breakfast. The bath was amazing and bed super comfortable! Can’t wait...”
Monika
Austria Austria
“The Old Eltham Post Office is simply stunning. Design, fine details, quality, comfort… Everything was outstanding. Maria and David are awesome hosts, too! They are not only very friendly, they supported us with tips and recommendations for the...”
Truuts
“Let try what's not like! It was just fabulous 👌”
Jessica
New Zealand New Zealand
“David and Maria are amazing hosts and have done a fantastic job turning this building into a luxurious apartment - perfect for a get-away!”
Uh
Switzerland Switzerland
“Die Unterkunft ist ein wahres Juwel! bis ins kleinste Detail liebevoll eingerichtet und ausgestattet. Auch da Angebot, sich von David bekochen zu lassen ist ein Genuss. Wir hatten das Vergnügen mit den liebenswerten Gastgebern Maria und David...”
Peter
Germany Germany
“Wunderschönes ausgebautes ehemaliges Postoffice, mit viel LIEBE ZUM DETAIL! Oberleckeren Truthahn als Weihnachtsessen serviert bekommen. Und am Schluss noch eine Flasche Wein. Wir hatten sogar das Glück den Mount Cook im Ganzen zu sehen!”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by David & Maria

10
Host review score
David & Maria
Experience the romance of the past with a stay in The Helena Suite at The Old Eltham Post Office built in 1905. The freshly renovated 100 sq metre apartment has a King bed, full central heating, a large flatscreen TV, a spa bath and seperate bathroom, ultra fast unlimited wifi and kitchenette with fridge, microwave, toaster and utensils. Being the "Cheese Capital" of NZ we can provide a cheese platter on arrival & breakfast of local Ciabatta bacon & fresh eggs from our backyard hens. NEW......Restaurant meals at The Helena Suite For a set fee we can also provide Restaurant Meals in The Helena Suite. BYO Wine. Contact us for menu. We also have the "Red Room" with a Queen bed quite seperate from the Helena suite which shares the same ensuite.
David & Maria moved from Byron Bay in Australia to Eltham after they discovered the Old Eltham Post Office. The building was in a fairly degraded state but after a year and 1/2 of renovations we feel she is in a better state than ever. We don't feel like owners but custodians of a grand old lady.
Eltham sits 300 km north of Wellington and just five hours south of Auckland, making it an ideal stopover on the alternative Taranaki route. This historic town is only 12 km from the Rotokare Scenic Reserve – a stunning 230 ha, fully fenced hill-country sanctuary that’s home to kiwi, tūī, bellbird, saddleback, North Island robin, and many other rare native species. Just west of town, the Cardiff Reserve offers a beautiful short bush walk along the headwaters of the Waingongoro River – perfect for a peaceful nature escape. On the way, stop at the Environmental Products shop, a local treasure trove of eco-friendly goods and Possum fur creations. Back in Eltham, browse El Smoove, a distinctive store packed with genuine U.S. vintage and retro clothing – from classic jackets to rare, one-off pieces. Both spots reflect Eltham’s creative, welcoming character and make for memorable additions to your stay.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
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Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Old Eltham Post Office-Luxury B&B Sth Taranaki NZ in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.