Lupton Lodge — Hotel in North Island

We stayed here in the converted barn for 6 nights. We had the whole barn to ourselves, both upstairs and downstairs. Downstairs has a queen size bed, small kitchenette, bathroom, concertina doors that open to the garden and outdoor setting, small lounge area, large smart TV. Upstairs had a large bedroom, concertina opening windows that have a view of the main lodge, large ensuite with jack and jill basins and a heated towel rack, lounge chair, wardrobe, and smart TV. Breakfast was included and our host Andy offered 3-4 choices for a cooked meal, yoghurt and fresh fruit, a couple of cereals, tea and coffee.||We loved the space, the cleanliness, the shower was hot, the bed reasonably comfortable (although the pillows were a bit flat and probably due to be replaced), the cooked breakfast that was just enough and delicious, the garden/orchard with birds and rabbits, the proximity to town, local shops, and attractions while feeling you were out in the country with the peace and quiet that brings.||We felt that the place seemed to be lacking a bit of TLC though - the outdoor setting is in need of re-coating, the windows and skylight need a good pressure wash, the garden is overgrown in places, the pool is not in use, the clothesline needs to be restrung, the kitchenette has an electric frypan and a microwave, but doesn't have a hotplate or stove, it does have a dishwasher, the refrigerator is not full size and only has a small freezer space. ||The main house offers a pool table, books and DVDs. The dining room is a warm space that includes some interesting art and a chandelier. ||Overall, we enjoyed our stay here, and appreciate how Andy looked after us during our stay, particularly still cooking breakfast on...

This was a lovely property, and we were made to feel very welcome. The two bed apartment was very quirky, with some very interesting combinations of furnishings and fabrics.|The property was clean, with everything that we needed for a great and comfortable stay.|Big mention for the food, our evening meal was excellent, one of the best we had during our trip to NZ. Wine was very reasonably priced. Lovely breakfast the next day!|We would have loved to have stayed for longer, and if our next hotel had not been booked and paid for, we would have extended our stay.|Andy was very helpful to us, with good recommendations with routes, the area, and things to see.|The property was very environmentally friendly...

We had a fabulous stay at Lupton. The rooms are beautifully decorated and have all you need in terms of kitchen requirements. Great bathroom with a good shower as well. The gardens are lovely with lots of fruit trees, oranges, lemons, limes, plums and grapefruit. You will wake up to birdsong and cows mooing. Nothing is too much trouble for the host. Andy, chef and owner, will whip you up a fabulous breakfast and or dinner, my suggestion being the Thai green curry. Careful attention paid to dietary requirements as well. There is a tranquil entertainment area with books and cds and a lovely dining area to enjoy your meals in. Well worth a visit to a beautiful part of Whangarei. Thank you Andy. We...