"Re-defining the B and B....One word: WOW. The feel of the place is 100%
elegance without unnecessary frills, contemporary and chic without being
too-cool-for school. Everything about the place is exquisitely
understated..The food is fresh, tasty and made with TLC. The host -
Richard - is quietly attentive, knowledgeable, and funny (and a divine
cook). The lodge has a dreamy chilled-out vibe, without the crystals and
purple!...If
you're looking for a nourishing experience where you get the chance to
press pause on your busy day while pondering the view - stop looking
now, you've found it." Full Review posted on TripAdvisor, June, 2010
"Two great nights in Kerikeri. Prior to our visit to this part of Northland we had been instructed to
stay at the Stone Store Lodge as it was the best place to stay while in
Kerikeri and this was the absolute truth." Full Review posted on TripAdvisor, March, 2010
"Just the best. We first stayed here in 2006 and returned recently because it was just
the best. Don't think of staying anywhere else!" Full Review posted on TripAdvisor, February, 2010.
"Great location - wonderful views. We found the location to be excellent with the rooms looking toward the
Kerikeri inlet. Richard was very helpful in providing tips for places to
see and was an excellent chef in preparing top breakfasts. We will
certainly stay again if we venture to the Bay of Islands." Review posted on TripAdvisor, January, 2010.
"A wonderful tranquil experience - excellent large decor rooms and wonderful breakfasts." Read Full Review posted on TripAdvisor, December 2009.
"A peaceful and beautiful place to stay. We loved our one night stay at Stone Store Lodge - we got a great
welcome and felt immediately at home in the beautiful surroundings...The room was very
comfortable and tasteful...with a
beautifully appointed bathroom. Breakfast next morning was great - we felt we could survive
the day on what we ate..." Read Full Review posted on TripAdvisor, November 2009.
"Absolutely Fantastic! We only stayed at Stone Store for one night which was altogether not
long enough! Richard was an excellent host who looked after us
incredibly well and gave us a delicious breakie. The rooms were
beautiful, the beds comfy and the house stunning. The location was
perfect and it's one of the best places I've stayed in the NZ
especially considering the not completely over the top price." Read Review posted on TripAdvisor, November 2009.
"Peace, tranquility and beautiful scenery! We based ourselves at the Stone Store Lodge for our stay in the Bay of Islands and extremely happy that we did..." Read Full Review posted on TripAdvisor, October 2009.
"Best Surprise. I booked Stone Store Lodge to surprise my husband for our wedding anniversary...." Read Full Review posted on TripAdvisor, October 2009.
"Highly recommended accommodation in New Zealand. This is the best place we have stayed in New Zealand. It is modern,
very clean, very friendly and amazing scenery and location. It is also
within walking distance to some very good restraunts. We are looking
forward to the next stay" Review posted on TripAdvisor, October 2009.
“An amazing little paradise in the beautiful Bay of Islands. A really lovely hidden treasure. Fantastically designed accommodation,
extremely comfortable, Richard had really thought of everything in this
luxury home. He made us feel very welcome, only wish we could have stayed longer - will definetely recommend this one!” Full review posted on TripAdvisor, August 2009.