Gunyah Country Estate  

In the rolling foothills of the Southern Alps west of Christchurch, set on a river in Windwhistle. A short drive from Mt Hutt, Methven and the Rakaia Gorge. Ideal for skiing, hiking and rural escapes — a pet-friendly, family-friendly rural retreat.

Stay in individually decorated rooms or choose a self-catering house on site like The Granary, The Stablehand Quarters or The Mt Hutt View Cottage. Rooms feature private furnished balconies or patios, showers, hair dryers and homestead-style touches. The Lodge blends Edwardian country charm with expansive mountain views.

Take in river and mountain views from the terrace and garden. Complimentary wireless internet is available property-wide. Facilities include ski storage and easy access to nearby ski areas, a playroom and arcade/game room for kids, picnic and BBQ areas, a library, and event-friendly grounds. Free self-parking onsite.

Three meeting rooms and conference space (around 377 sq ft) make small events easy. Express check-in and check-out are offered, along with laundry and dry-cleaning services. Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps you connected.

Dine at Gunyah Estate — The Lodge for garden-view, alfresco meals and local New Zealand flavors. A bar/lounge serves drinks and limited room service is available. Full breakfasts are served daily (7:00–9:00 AM) for a fee, and lodge dining can be booked by guests staying in the self-catering houses.