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Reviews of Riverview Terrace

3.5 out of 5
Riverview Terrace
31 Matheson Crescent, Albert Town, Albert Town

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ErnieandCheryl, Cambridge

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Self contained, roomy, luxurious. Well managed, friendly, great breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from james on 27 Sept 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Regards J&N

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Canada

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast, awesome lodging with great views. Very close to town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from james on 20 Nov 2019
thanks Luke, it was a pleasure haing you both. Enjoy

10/10 Excellent

Michael&Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A brilliant property, very homely with very welcoming hosts. Great location, very quiet with a breathtaking view. An excellent breakfast and the best....barista coffee !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from james on 13 Sept 2019
Thanks guys, glad you had a great end to your week si trip here and perhaps see you net year! James & Nicky

10/10 Excellent

Hardik

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Excellent place and amazing service :)
The location is fantastic and the host is very generous and friendly. The place beats some of the top high end hotels in that part of the town. James and Nicky are doing an amazing job. handmade breakfast every morning is just cherry on the cake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from james on 2 Sept 2019
Thanks for your kind review and we are thrilled you enjoyed your stay so much here in Wanaka with us. All the best J&N

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful advice. Very attentive to our particular needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from James on 26 Aug 2019
Thanks for your review, and it was a pleasure to have you both stay

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from james on 26 Aug 2019
Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Ngoc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hospitality, taste, and what a view!
Wow! What a beautiful house. We loved the view from the hot tub. Every detail was perfect. The owners have excellent modern tastes. We were treated to a delicious breakfast as well. The owner is an actual chef! We slept well on a very comfortable bed. Internet was fast. The towels were so soft. Couldnt have asked for more, and we were even gifted two glasses of red wine made by the host who is a wine maker! Wish we could have stayed longer. Class act.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from James on 26 Aug 2019
Thanks Ngoc, that's a lovely review and we were thrilled you enjoyed your stay sooooooo much. Safe travels and tell your friends about us! J&N

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, hot tub and breakfast cooked by Nicky.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Response from james on 1 July 2019
Thanks and glad you enjoyed it all! Safe travels

10/10 Excellent

S, Sydney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
James and Nicky were excellent hosts and cooked us a lovely breakfast. The bed was very comfortable and the spa was great. They ensured our stay was relaxing and gave us some handy tips around the area. Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from james on 3 May 2019
Thanks S, It was a pleasure to have you both. REgards J&N

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely accommodation with outside hot tub and spa bath. Hosts were so friendly and helpful- even drove us into town one night! Lovely glass of wine and canopies each night. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from james on 24 Apr 2019
Thanks Guys, it was a pleasure to have you here, and we are glad you enjoyed yourselves. J&N

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The canapes and glass in the evening were a pleasant surprise. Great views across the valley.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from james on 3 Apr 2019
Thanks for taking the time to write a review - Safe travels

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice chilled out place.
Very nice place to yse as a base and travelling around. Is 7 min drive to Wanaka which is too far for walking. Bed is quite soft if you like soft beds. Great Jacuzzi!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from james on 3 Jan 2019
Thanks for the review, glad you used the hot tub and sorry it took you 7 min to drive into town as its usually 4.5. Wishing you two a wonderful new years

10/10 Excellent

Shlomo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from James on 31 Oct 2018
Thanks it was a pleasure having you both on your travels.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed staying at Riverview Terrace! Our room had a large bathroom and a comfy bed. The place is nicely decorated and has a beautiful view of the rural side of Wanaka. James was an accommodating host from greeting us when we arrived late to cooking breakfast for us and leaving it out so we could enjoy it after breakfast hours since we wanted to sleep in. Breakfasts were delicious and very filling - you could choose from a menu of a couple of options. It definitely kept us going through our day. The property is only about an 8 minute drive from the center of town (where there is the famous tree in the lake, good food and shopping), and super close to the lavender farm as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from James on 22 Oct 2018
Thanks Natalie for your review. It was a pleasure to have you both and we are glad you enjoyed Wanaka and Riverview Lodge!

10/10 Excellent

Yee Kwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Romantic luxury house beneath the stars
We had one of our most enjoyable nights of our New Zealand trip in Riverview Terrace. James and Niki are the owners of the place and you can see them in the hotel (we had nice chats with them and other guests) , which is also their house. Though privately run, it certainly reaches a high standard of what a luxury hotel should be. Breakfast was delicious, with a variety of eggs, fruits and cereals to choose from, served with hot tea and coffee. The house is stylish and modern, accompanied by stunning view of mountains (as the location of the hotel is just a bit high up the hill which gives a nice view). Room has jacuzzi bath. Electric blanket available to keep you warm. We already can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from James on 4 Oct 2018
Oh thanks guys for your lovely review - it was a pleasure to have such lovely guests you enjoyed the small touches. Regards J&N

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable experience. Breakfast was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from James on 4 Oct 2018
Thanks john, glad you enojyed everything!

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great bed and breakfast in a local neighborhood
From our arrival, which happened to coincide with evening social hour, we were made to feel totally at home. We met our hosts and our fellow guests, compared notes on New Zealand sights, and got great insight into off-the-beaten-path options. The room and the view were great! Highly recommend! If you're arriving after dark, the sign is not lit. Just trust Google Maps!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from james on 6 July 2018
Thanks for your great review - it was a pleasure to have you both stay with us as its lovely (and easy) hosting lovely people. We have tried to get the solar lighting working 100% at the front but on cloudy days it doesn't always preform!

10/10 Excellent

Howard

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Great stay at Riverview Terrace
We had a wonderful night at Riverview Terrace. Great stars from the hot tub, hiking nearby, close to town but far enough away to feel we could relax and regroup for our trip home the next day. Riverview was definitely one of the top places we stayed during our three week trip to the South Island of New Zealand. Hosts made us feel at home with lots of great recommendations of things to do and a wealth of knowledge about New Zealand food and wine...
Response from James on 16 May 2018
Howard it was a pleasure to have you and your wife and we are thrilled you enjoyed everything we have to offer. Thanks for writing a glowing review and all the best. Regards J&N

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Warm Welcome
James and Nicky are excellent hosts, great breakfast and coffee. James even gave us a lift to dinner in town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from James on 9 May 2018
Thanks for your comments and we are ghlad you enjoyed your stay in Wanaka

10/10 Excellent

Jhunette, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely amenities, super friendly hosts
We had a wonderful 1 night stay at Riverview Terrace. James and Nicky were great with their communication prior to our stay. Once we got to their property we were spoilt with their hospitality and the comforts of our room. Things like electric blankets, kettle and lots of towels were great touches. Their outdoor Jacuzzi was warm and ready to jump into. It was magical being under the stars. We were also given canapes and wine before going out to dinner which was so generous. James and Nicky were great with giving recommendations on restaurants, wineries and activities to do. They even took it upon themselves to organise us a cab for where we wanted to go. Their breakie was also top notch. This is definitely a highly reccomended bed and breakfast stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Response from James on 27 Apr 2018
Thanks Jhunette, we enjoyed having you to stay aswell and very pleased you had a special time here. Spread the word! J&N

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay - great breakfasts!
Had a nice stay at Riverview Terrace. The breakfasts were the highlights of the stay! Phenomenal food every morning. The accommodations were comfortable and nice. The location is a bit outside the main city area in a quiet suburb. The location is ideal for the various hikes in the area and exploring the regions many wineries.
Response from james on 3 Apr 2018
Thanks and glad you enjoyed your stay and breakfast. Safe travels. J&N

10/10 Excellent

kathi, virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wish we could stay longer
I can’t say enough about Riverview Terrace. The hosts, Nicky and James, were so nice. After a glass of wine and some appetizers, we headed into town for dinner (James was so kind to call and make reservations for us). The house was so warm and inviting. Our room had a door that lead outside to the fabulous backyard. The view of the surrounding mountains was amazing. The bathroom was huge with a large walk-in shower. The bed was one of the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in. My husband said that the house is everything he dreamed of for our dream house. Our only regret is that our schedule didn’t allow us to stay longer. And last, but not least, was breakfast. In addition to typical continental style foods, Nicky prepared delicious foods such as eggs Benedict. If we ever come back to New Zealand we will definitely return to Riverview Terrace, and stay for several days. Make your reservation now, you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Response from James on 27 Apr 2018
Kathi - thanks for your lovely words and we are so pleased you both loved the place so much. Next time stay longer! All the best J&N

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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Beautiful stay!
Riverview Terrace was super clean & modern with beautiful views! Nikki and James were great friendly hosts - they have a beautiful house and make you feel super welcomed! We loved waking up to the amazing views & a delicious breakfast cooked by Nikki! Thanks so much for having us - hoping we’ll be able to visit again soon (and for longer).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Response from James on 27 Apr 2018
Vanessa yes please come back - we look forward to hosting you both again! Spread the word! J&N

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An outstanding Bed and Breakfast!
Riverview Terrace is a fantastic place to stay! This bed and breakfast is exceptionally well maintained, with upscale amenities, in a beautiful setting. Our hosts were excellent. James provided information on activities and made restaurant recommendations and reservations; while Nicky provided excellent canapés pre-dinner and amazing breakfasts. Along with the canapés, we were served wonderful wines from James’ winery. A great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Samantha, Sydney

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Beautiful home and hospitality
Thank you so much Nicky and James for welcoming us into your home, it was so relaxing, comfortable and the food was fantastic. A highlight of our time in NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Response from James on 23 Jan 2018
Thanks Samantha, It wwas a pleasure to have you to stay. We both hope you enjoyed the rest of the trip and are safely home planning your next adventure! Regards J&N

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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Superb B&B in Wanaka - highlight of our trip to NZ
What a lovely stay in Wanaka. Nicky and James are amazing hosts, we are so happy we chose to stay at their lovely B&B. The view was spectacular, as was the cheese and wine in the evening and the delicious freshly cooked breakfast each morning. We enjoyed chatting to Nicky and James, who gave us some great suggestions to help us explore the local area. A real home away from home. Thank you, and we look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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Absolutely beautiful and friendly!
The place was beautiful - from the physical building; to the wonderful hosts; to the facilities/amenities; and the location! We really enjoyed our stay with James and Nicky (and the beautiful dogs!) who were very friendly hosts and provided excellent service and hospitality during our stay. Nicky provides a fantastic breakfast and has great knowledge and tips on what to do in the area. I would absolutely love to stay there again and would highly recommend couples and families to enjoy the outdoor spa at night! I can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Completely awesome place. Hosts were brilliant. Absolutely perfect for a couple looking for a quiet time with wonderful, respectful B&B hosts without the overbearing feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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Loved this place!
We loved this place! Comfy bed, great shower, and lovely owners who helped us figure out how to use our time and even gave us a lift to the main restaurant area. The evening wine was delicious and so was breakfast. Would happily return again and again.

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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RT
James and Nicki have got their act together and do an excellent job in a beautiful house and setting.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, Dunedin

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Majestic Views
Lovely place to stay, hosts were happy to accommodate our unusual requests, very easy going stay. Lodge was as described on website, sadly didn't get to check out the spa pool, but others seemed to enjoy it. Very restful sleep and waking to wonderful birdsong and streaming sunshine. Random visits from the 2 fur-children were welcome. Great breakfast, coffee and wine

10/10 Excellent

Elisabet

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Best place of all
everything was absolutely excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from james. on 20 Nov 2019
Thanks Elisabet. Pleasure haing you both!

10/10 Excellent

hercilia

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Amazing
Beautiful place, very cozy and calm with views of mountains and incredible breakfast. James and Nick are amazing and made us fell at home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from James on 4 Oct 2018
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Response from James on 27 Apr 2018
thanks

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Precioso
Pasamos solo una noche en este agradable alojamiento. Sus dueños fueron encantadores y nos ayudaron en todo lo que pudieron.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

CHIN

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집이 고급 주택 같은 분위기로 깨끗하고 마당 전망도 좋았다. 저녁식사를 위한 레스토랑 추천도 잘해 주어서 아주 만족했으며 아침식사도 잘 해주었다. 만점!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

ぷー, 東京

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ロケーションが…
ワナカ湖から離れた住宅地の中にある民宿で、全部で3部屋…ワナカの街まで車で10分、周りは住宅地なので車がないとかなり不便だと思います。 部屋は必要最小限の空間はありますが、リビング&ダイニングは3部屋で共有です。 オーナーはフレンドリーで部屋も清潔に保たれていますが、口コミからかなり期待していたのでチョット残念でした。