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Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge

South Wairarapa, Wellington

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4.7/5

FantasticFrom 25 reviews

5.0/53 Nov 2025

Jonas

Excellent facilities, very welcoming and helpful host!

5.0/512 Sep 2024

Mary

Beautiful space with a great chef 😊

5.0/530 Jun 2024

John • Couple Trip

Very easy to deal with, nothing was a problem.welcoming committee (dog) was very friendly, Great environment to meet other travellers in a very relaxed atmosphere. The host Rachel was amazing.

5.0/523 Feb 2024

Kim • Couple Trip

Very enjoyable stay. Perfect location. Easy walk into town centre. Easy to rent bikes to visit local wineries. Great continental breakfast.

5.0/526 Mar 2023

Venus • Couple Trip

Lovely stay. Welcoming host. Peaceful, cosy, calm & charming place to stay. Perfect for relaxing weekend away. Look forward to returning.

5.0/527 Feb 2023

Debbie • Couple Trip

Recommend. The host Rachel was great. Interesting guests were there on our stay. The home cooked dinner was excellent.

5.0/524 Feb 2023

Michele • Couple Trip

Lovely B&B with a fabulous host. The host went our of her way to make us feel welcome. She is an executive chef and we did one of her dinners. It was fantastic. The rooms are quiet and the bed very comfortable. Lovely place. We hope to visit again.

5.0/520 Feb 2023

Patrick • Couple Trip

Exceptional boutique hotel - themed rooms and bathroom - comfortable house with excellent host. Dinner is by request but it is sumptuous - Rachel is a wonderful and creative chef. Martinborough is a lovely town - small and flatland with numerous restaurants, bars, shops and surrounded by many enjoyable vineyards. Olive Oil groves are nearby too.

5.0/514 Dec 2022

The breakfast was great and the bed was great and comfortable. The room was average. There is no light shade on the central light and only one bedside lamp. But rachel got me another. The assure was a small assure which was nice and warm, and the water worked well. However, having a rain shower head meant there was no way to shower without getting your hair wet. Also no shower caps were supplied. I could have asked, but I shouldn't have given it to me. Other breakfast was great and tasty in a continental manner. Fresh juice, freshly baked goodies, cereal, yoghurt, fruit, and bread are all beautifully presented. Coffee is also expertly served. Overall, I had a great time, and rachel runs a great business, but I got the impression that she was a little worn out and had to go out for dinner.

5.0/513 Nov 2022

Rachel • Couple Trip

Wonderfully unique. Lovely hosting. Thanks Rachel

5.0/523 Oct 2022

Craig • Couple Trip

Great place to stay. Very comfortable and everything is in walking distance.

5.0/530 May 2022

Craig

Rachel was the perfect host. Very knowledgeable and always helpful. She cooked an incredible dinner for us. Location is good for walking to town and a number of cellar doors.

5.0/58 May 2022

To commemorate our wedding anniversary, my wife and I spent an amazing weekend with our lovely host rachael. We had originally intended to share the journey with a few other couples, but owing to cancellations and emergency, we ultimately ended up being the only pair, so we hired rachael as our individual guide and chef for the weekend. To be honest, I think we would have been disappointed given the cost if we had just reserved the lodge as our lodging. Although the theme room was exquisitely appointed, it is just an average bungalow that has been refurbished to a not particularly high standard. The shower was not very practical, and the bathroom was small. However, having Rachel as our host, guide, and chef made the weekend extra special. The three winery tour, platter lunch under a spreading walnut tree, her introduction to olive oil tasting, and the pasta making course all impressed us. On Sunday night, she served a lovely course meal. Rachael rewarded us with a confit de canard for the main course after learning about our love of French cuisine. The brunches were basic but really nice, and rachael was a treasure of information for a foodie like me, and she was only too willing to share her expertise, which I really enjoyed, and nothing was ever too much trouble. Overall, we had a fantastic weekend.

5.0/516 Aug 2021

Rika • Couple Trip

The owner "Rachel", she is an amazing chef!! We never expected to have such a gourmet breakfast. Her homemade dates scone was excellent. Also I loved the home-made granola. Actually every single meal which she prepared for us was incredible. She offered four course diner but sorry we missed it. The coronial room was so nice and cute. It was really comfortable to stay-Thank you Rachel!

5.0/523 Jun 2021

John • Family Trip

From the warm welcome to the leisurely conversations and snacks, it was more like staying with a new friend who lived to cook than a one night hotel transaction. The optional four-course meal (advance notice needed) and hands on pasta making (brilliant on a wet day) are strongly recommended. Planning our next visit already.

5.0/58 May 2021

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Nice cosy, clean and comfortable room. Rachel is a lovely host. I recommend you take advantage of the offer of a home cooked meal from her if it is available. Four beautiful ocurses and a definite highlight of our stay.

5.0/512 Mar 2021

John • Couple Trip

Lovely premises, lovely host

5.0/528 Oct 2020

Melissa • Trip with Friends

Beautiful room with a lovey comfortable bed. Nice glass of wine at 5pm along with beautiful canapés. The best continental breakfast the next morning. Pastries, coffee, muesli, fruit etc. Highly recommend that. Easy 10 minute walk to the square.

4.6/58 Aug 2022

Rachel made our hotel stay feel like we were staying with a good friend rather than in a hotel. The environment is beautiful and the animals are great company too, it felt so easy and relaxed. Rachel made us delicious canapes and spritzes to die for each night she recommended some great wineries to visit too. It was an extremely relaxing weekend and the Morocco room is stunning. Loved the sprawling garden and had a peek at other rooms which were also beautifully decorated. Will definitely go back. Next time I will book Rachel dinner.

4.2/525 Jul 2023

We spent a wonderful vacation in this beautifully renovated villa to celebrate our anniversary. We felt very at ease and at home thanks to Rachel the hostess. She is also a talented chef, and she cooked us a delicious four-course gourmet dinner. We felt a complete break from daily life.

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9A Cologne St, Martinborough, Wellington, NZ

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-6:00 PM

Check-out11:00 AM

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

About Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge Location
With a stay at Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge in Martinborough, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Margrain Vineyard and Cambridge Road. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Palliser Estate and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Schubert Wines.

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge Facility and Service
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.

Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge Rooms
Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and portable fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
At Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Important Information
This property is closed from November 1 2026 to November 2 2026 (dates subject to change).

Room Type and Price

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 - Mon, 09 Nov 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children