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Seadowns
Farmstay & Stud
217 Roseberry Road,
1D RD Oamaru,
South Island
New Zealand
Telephone:
03 434 9479
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Languages Spoken:
English
Facilities / Amenities:
Laundry facilities.
Bike washing facilities.
Luggage storage space.
Linen & towels provided.
Basic toiletries provided.
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Seadowns Homestay is just 10 minutes drive North West of
Oamaru, and its here many international guests enjoy the
relaxing atmosphere and hands on experience their hosts
offer. Lynne and Colin have been breeding Hereford, Romney
and Dorset Downs studs on their North Otago property for
nearing three decades. Colin is an accomplished shearer and
has represented New Zealand. He is happy to demonstrate
sheep shearing in season. With 1100 acres of rolling hill
country, activities are many and varied. From catching fresh
water lobster from the farms stream, to mucking in and
giving farming a go, or simply relaxing on the estate and
taking in the breathtaking country scenery.
The original 1939 house is decorated to
compliment the homesteads era, and set in a lovely country
garden, with an extensive view of the Pacific Ocean. The
Seadowns Homestay is close to many of the South Islands
famed attractions, including several penguin colonies,
famous Moeraki Boulders, and the historic Oamaru Precinct to
list a few.
Seadowns Otago farmstay accommodation is a
working Oamaru sheep and beef stud farm. Conveniently
situated, the farmstay is in close vicinity to a number of
historic and natural North Otago tourist spots. Built in
1939 the farms homestead has been beautifully maintained in
it's original historic condition. Three bedrooms are
available to guests, comprising of 2 double rooms and 1
double with a single. It is an ideal retreat for a weekend
getaway or a short hands-on holiday.
Children are welcome, as are pets by
arrangement with Lynne and Colin.
A full breakfast is provided with a choice
of cooked or continental. A 3 course dinner at $35 each can
also be arranged, comprising of fresh fare from the farm and
garden, and a selection of local kiwi wines.
Double: NZ$135.00 - NZ$150.00
Single: From NZ$75.00
Children: NZ$40.00 Plus
Dinner by arrangement
On the farm: Hands on seasonal farm
activities (Mustering, Lambing, Shearing) Working sheep dogs
Guided farm truck tours or walks around the farm Views of
mountains, coastline and surrounding plains Croquet and
Petanque on the lawn, with stunning views of the Pacific in
the background. Lobster catching in the farms stream
Historic sites: Previous Oamaru stone quarrying site First
water race to supply the Oamaru township Impressive Lime
stone cliffs
Bookings & Enquiries
Telephone:
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