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The Mill House

Waitaki, Otago

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Fun Outdoor ActivitiesStay active with fun outdoor activities.

Guests Like the LocationThe location was rated 4.465 by the guests who stayed here.

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4.5/5

GoodFrom 30 reviews

5.0/520 May 2018

Joy

A quiet hotel in a picturesque spot in the nz countryside Helpful staff and a comfotable spacious room with microwave and simple kitchen equipmentwpuld recomnend youvstop here on your travels on the sth Is

5.0/515 May 2018

Verified traveler

This was an excellent stay. The host was very helpful, and happy to talk. The venue would be lovely for a wedding, especially in summer when the garden is in full bloom.

5.0/57 Apr 2018

Olivia • Family Trip

We had a wonderful 2 night stay! The owners and staff were so friendly and helpful. Our studio unit was spotlessly clean, well equipped and so cozy. The beds were amazing and comfy. The gardens were beautiful and such peaceful surroundings. Look forward to staying again

5.0/528 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Has extremly beautiful garden. We were so glad to choose this place. Room is clean and big. Seperate toilet and shower.

5.0/55 Feb 2018

Daphne

My husband and I stayed in the motel section of The Mill House for 2 nights. There are premium hotel rooms in the beautifully restored Mill House as well. These rooms don't tend to show up on hotel booking websites since they focus on the cheaper priced rooms. If you want to stay in the historic Mill House, you should call the hotel directly. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The gardens here are so beautiful. This place is right next to the River and a historic bridge built in the 1800s. I highly recommend staying here.

5.0/511 Dec 2017

Heather

Historic old stone built mill in an amazing garden setting on a river bank. A profusion of flowers, shrubs and trees If you're a gardener you'll love it. Our host, Malcolm, regaled us with the story of the mill and the unique skewed arch bridge beside it. The unit in the garden was equipped with everything we could need and the bed was the most comfortable of any we had slept in so far in New Zealand. Thanks Malcolm

5.0/53 Dec 2017

Bill

Beautiful old mill with gorgeous garden near a river setting. Very peaceful and relaxing.

5.0/531 Jul 2017

Roland

We arrived a little bit late. The receptionist was very friendly. He already heat our room, because it was very cold outside. Good beds, nice room.

5.0/516 Apr 2017

Verified traveler

excellent hotel, friendly welcome, lovely room, will most certainly go back

5.0/514 Mar 2017

Dennis

Malcolm was very friendly. We spoke about their serving breakfast, which would make the place perfect! Great stay!

5.0/56 Mar 2017

Lucy • Couple Trip

Lovely spot, lovely hotel, lovely people

5.0/524 Feb 2017

Ann • Couple Trip

This a quiet location quite isolated location some distance from the nearest town, We were here to see the blue penguins. Very dark drive back to the Mill house at least minute drive. We stayed 2 nights and the 2nd day we used as a rest day as other than visiting the penguins and a ride on a vintage train there is not much going on. Back at the Mill House We relaxed on the deck area with a glass of wine and a short walk along the river bank.

5.0/522 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Excellent, great room, beautiful surrounds, have already recommended to friends.

5.0/519 Feb 2017

Verified traveler

Ver friendly owner/operator beautiful building and lovely surrounds. Recommend

5.0/522 Jan 2017

Verified traveler

The Mill House is beautiful and the whole property is a lovely garden. We really enjoyed staying there. You can hear the highway but it's not bothering. We just missed a table and a second chair in our apartment unit because it was a rainy evening. On sunny days you can use the lovely outdoor seating.

5.0/518 Jan 2017

Miranda

I stayed in the studio room which was surrounded by beautiful garden. At the back was garden furniture over looking the river, if the weather had of been nicer it would have been an ideal place to sit and relax. Very friendly and helpful staff also.

5.0/55 Dec 2016

Rasa

Enjoyed a lot in outer garden. Very calm and relax place. Hope to visit again in a holiday !!

5.0/525 Nov 2016

Janet

Wow. What an amazing place to stay the night, beside the river and listening to the tuis in the trees. I felt like a princess staying in the Mill House itself. I really appreciated that the owner rang around Hampden to find out where I could get a meal.

5.0/523 Nov 2016

Kathy

Very quiet and nice. Beds were good with luxury bedding

5.0/54 Oct 2016

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Super comfortable, beautiful, spacious, clean and great value. Really enjoyed our time at the Mill house, lovely owner was very helpful too. Definitely will be back!

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2358 Herbert-Hampden Road, Herbert, NZ

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-8:00 PM

Check-out10:00

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

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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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Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

About The Mill House

The Mill House Location
Located in Herbert, The Mill House is on the riverwalk, within a 10-minute drive of Te Hakapureirei Beach and Hampden Beach. This guesthouse is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Moeraki Boulders and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Moeraki Lighthouse.

The Mill House Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This guesthouse also features a picnic area, barbecue grills, and a banquet hall.

The Mill House Rooms
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Restaurant and Cafe
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Room Type and Price

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 - Sun, 06 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children