Guest Comments for Lyness Accommodation

Kent & Terri, USA
Lyness Suite is simply the best—better than all the rest. Of the 14 places we have stayed in N.Z. this is our favourite. You have been wonderful hosts! Thanks.

Jeff & Maree, Australia
A treasure find from the internet! Beautiful room---wonderful attention to detail. Superb location and aspect. A great sense of ‘wow’ as you walk into the room and then take in the view. A lovely base from which to take in the Bay and all its attractions.

Joe & Allison, New Zealand, UK
Engaged at Lyness. Cannot think of more perfect setting to start our new life together. Room & facilities pure luxury. Hospitality & service par excellence. Didn’t want to go home. We actually kept saying home when talking about going back to the room.

Liam & Hollie, Christchurch!
A stunning honeymoon retreat, much needed relaxation, beautiful cottage, & beautiful hosts.

Del & Shirley, Seattle, USA
What a peaceful, charming, & absolutely lovely retreat. This must be heaven!

Jackie & Dave, UK
10/10 and a gold star. Thanks so much for providing such a wonderful haven for our time here. Arrived as strangers, left as friends. Xx

Sue, Auckland
First visit was serendipity. This 2nd is because I wouldn’t stay anywhere else! Thanks.

Anthony & Sheila Howell, Auckland
We’ve enjoyed four days here and we are full of admiration for your skilful and sympathetic restoration which has produced a suite of character an supreme comfort. We’ll recommend it to everyone!

Anne & Brian, Auckland
This place is absolutely amazing in everyway. The facilities were superb. Best spa bath and bed to sleep on. The hosts were very friendly & helpful. We will highly recommend it to our children & friends. I loved the break away & décor throughout. Thanks again.

Ken & Wendy, Canada
Your imagination, skill, and effort show in this lovely home, suite, & garden. Thank you for a wonderful, peaceful stay & your helpfulness. We loved the birds, the stars & the flowers. Thanks for sharing it all with us. A truly beautiful place.

Jim and Sue, Maine, USA
“Wow! We have been all over NZ in the last 4 weeks & stayed in many nice places, but this was the very best. You both have been so hospitable and helpful and the accommodations everything anyone would want. And it even has a fireplace. In fact, this has become a destination in itself. We hope to get back.”

Val & Birnie, Wellington.
What an antedote to city living!! Blissfully peaceful, stunning views with hospitality par excellance! And much more.

Dawn and David, Winnipeg, Canada.
Lyness Cottage is paradise—a breath taking view, a cozy, peaceful cottage, amazing breakfasts, & wonderfully accommodation hosts! Thank you for welcoming us to New Zealand!

Nicky and Darren, Calgary, Canada.
Wonderful cottage. Best accommodation of our trip! Happy New Year!

Greg and Lisa, South Dakota, USA.
Our week with you at the cottage will be a significant part of our wedding & honeymoon memories. Thx!

Peter & Shirley, Hibiscus Coast, New Zealand.
Grandson of POD (James Lyness). Returning to the fold. Mind and soul at peace. New life as we grow old. It was wonderful to see the old family homestead so well looked after and cared for. You’re the perfect couple to love it. See you again in the summer.

Mark and Amy, Washington, USA.
Our first night in New Zealand. What a beautiful and spotless cottage. Walking up to the horses and view was divine. Thanks for helping us celebrate our honeymoon.

Kelly & Debbie, Vancouver, B.C., Canada.
What a lovely memory for our 20th wedding anniversary-thank you for your hospitality. This is what memories & dreams are made of!

Kevin & Myra, Victoria, B.C., Canada.
Lovely & relaxing. It is the little extra’s that puts it head & shoulders above all the other places we have visited. The recommendations for tours & visits were greatly appreciated. Definitely put Kerikeri & the Lyness on the top places to visit.

Rob and Denise, Auckland.
A lot of love and care has gone in to the cottage. It is a privilege to stay here. All the little things alongside the perfect location make it a special place to stay.

Barbara and Evan, Canada.
We loved the place at 1st sight and will find it hard to leave—the peacefulness & beauty of the surroundings, the loveliness & comfort of the cottage, the generosity and hospitality of our hosts have all combined to make this a wonderful week!

Trevor & Sharon, Manly, Manly, NSW, Australia.
There is always supposed to be one “fly in the honeypot”, but you let us down—the entire Lyness experience was perfect—a truly magical experience—Thanks a million—c.u. soon.

Don & Ellen, Minnesota, USA.
We didn’t want to go anywhere because we enjoyed staying in the cottage so much!

Vince & Veronica, Christchurch.
Awesome, Excellent service. Excellent location, beautiful views & relaxing nature. A wonderful honeymoon experience that we will remember forever.

Judy & Loran, Minnesota, USA.
You have demonstrated skill, craftsmanship & a love & respect for “old N.Z.”. Thank you for such a lovely stay.

Peter & Liz, Pender Island, BC, Canada.
On our 15th trip to N, we finally found this magic place and look forward to returning many times. Many thanks.

Christine & Richard, Berks, England.
The cottage, the weather, the view—all memorable—as well as the shared passion for 3 wheeler Morgans!.

Marcia & Jim, California, USA.
This is paradise—the cottage, your hospitality, the woods & our walks, the birds, & flowers, our many day trips!!

Heidi & Manfred, Syke,Germany.
Lyness Cottage is exquisitely lovely. Thank you to Sharon and Adrian for your nice hospitality. Back in Germany we will often think to you and this restful place.

John & Margaret, Kent, England.
A most enchanting environment for beauty, relaxation and love. The cottage is a credit to you both. Memories of Lyness Cottage will last with us forever, as one of our favourite stays.

Laura, Los Angeles, USA.
Heaven on Earth! I am spoiled rotten from the cozy bed, the delightful clawfoot tub, and this breathtaking view! Thank you.

Syvita & Daniel, Auckland.
We return because we love it. Quiet, peaceful, calming. Thank you.

Vebjern & Linda, Norway.
We had a great time in your little cottage. We hope you enjoyed the faar i kaal. Thank you very much for a nice stay.

Madelon & Jeroen, Netherlands.
We could never imagine such a splendid place. And now we’ve found we definitely don’t want leave! If we ever come this way again we will certainly come again to Lyness Cottage.

Kathy & Duncan, Melboune, Australia.
Such a tastefully decorated cottage—all the little touches so appreciated! Feel so lucky to have found this place! Lots to enjoy in Kerikeri too-wineries, Living Nature, chocolate factory, etc. etc.

Kumi & Cyrille, Japan, France.
It was the best place we’ve ever stayed!! Thank you very much!

Stephen & Elizabeth, Auckland.
What a beautiful place to stay on our honeymoon. Exceeded all our expectations.

Anneke & Tom, The Netherlands.
Driving up the lane, not knowing what to expect. A big surprise, this is paradise…..

Rolf & Helina, Germany.
Best stay in NZ. Thank you. We’ll be back in your lovely paradise.

John & June, Cornwall, U.K.
We have really enjoyed the topclass facilities you have provided …Views and birdsong are amazing! Thank you!

Kristie & Oliver, Melbourne, Australia.
A truly amazing find-thanks for having us. Very much appreciated your attention to detail. It’s lovely to see and experience.

Thanks Sharon & Adrian. Great as ever, already looking forward to next year—the ride in the Morgan was fantastic