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Riverstone House

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Geraldine Downs with free breakfast

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Suite, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Riverstone House, in the heart of the business district, offers a serene oasis with a garden and terrace. Unwind with archery or lounge by the nearby outdoor pool; then, connect to free WiFi and enjoy laundry facilities for your convenience. Guests can also appreciate tour assistance and secured bicycle storage.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Room options

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Superior Room (Upstairs Retreat) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room (Upstairs Retreat)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 11 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
91 Pye Road, The Downs, RD 21, Geraldine Downs, Canterbury, 7991

What's nearby

  • Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Geraldine Observatory - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Geraldine Historical Society Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Pleasant Valley Daffodils - 15 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Verdé Cafe Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪House of Hop Brewery & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Barker's Foodstore & Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mundel's Cafe and Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Geraldine Orchard Farm Shop Café - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Riverstone House

Bed & breakfast in the business district
Free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Riverstone House. Adventurous travelers may like the archery at this bed & breakfast. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking
  • An area shuttle, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 1 meeting room, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Riverstone House B&B Geraldine
Riverstone House B&B
Riverstone House Geraldine
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast
Riverstone House Geraldine Downs
Riverstone House Bed & breakfast Geraldine Downs

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverstone House have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Riverstone House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Riverstone House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverstone House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverstone House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Riverstone House located?

Situated in the historical district, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Vintage Car & Machinery Museum and Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve. Geraldine Observatory and Geraldine Historical Society Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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