What a pleasure it was being Jane and Steve's first ever guests! The Hole-in-the-Rock studio has soul. Stunningly hand crafted from natural timbers with cute cosy log burning fire generates a rare ambience and warmth, so comfortable we did not want to leave. We also especially loved the stairs with such beautiful messages stamped on to them!
The garden, organic orchard, as well as the amazing surrounding landscape complete with views of the nearby local landmark, Hole-in-the-Rock, makes this a very unique setting. This location has got to be at the heart of one of the most picturesque places in New Zealand!
We thoroughly enjoyed the beauty of being immersed in acres of cherry blossom and were delighted by the energy and community spirit of the Alexandra Blossom Festival.
We also discovered the Friday fresh produce market in Alexandra, with delightful Raggedy Range local cheese selections, spring flowers, yummy breads and other baked goods, preserves, produce and so much more. Fantastic!
Eat Humble Pie in Alexandra even boasts it’s own “Earnscleugh Special” pie! You absolutely must try it!
Paulinas is a great dinner option just a short drive into Clyde, with adjacent boutique style cinema. We had a lovely meal there.
The Otago Rail Trail drew us to the location and that, too, did not disappoint. Bike it Now in Clyde set us up for a great day trip and we’d recommend them highly - Fletch is fantastic!
It was our conversations with Jane and Steve that we valued most. Both are engaging hosts and wonderful, native Kiwis. The social exchange we shared is what makes airbnb one of the great ways to travel - especially when you stumble across hidden gems like this one.
We will definitely stay here again. Best wishes for the future Jane and Steve! We look forward to seeing the nut trees having grown more upon our next visit!