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5.0 out of 5

"Lovely couple. Fantastic breakfast! The room was very cosey. " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 03 Jan 2021

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Hotel Description

Kippilaw House places you in the center of Picton, within just a 5-minute stroll of Picton Harbour and within 15 minutes of Picton Museum. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, free valet parking, and a free airport shuttle.

A day of pampering can include body scrubs and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, Kippilaw Dining, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of a free area shuttle.

With a stay at this 4-star Picton B&B, you'll be 1.5 km (1 mi) from Picton Ferry Terminal and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Edwin Fox.

Bowden Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$300* Per night/room 25 Apr. - 26 Apr.

Picton View Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Kippilaw House ratings based on 6 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
5.0 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Kippilaw House

Everyone (3) Couples (2) Family (1)
5 out of 5
Lovely couple. Fantastic breakfast! The room was very cosey.

Posted by on 3 Jan. 2021

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5 out of 5
Extremely quiet and warm room with a very comfortable bed. Easy walking distance into town. Margaret and Bill are wonderful hosts. We couldn't have asked for more. The food was absolutely amazing.

Posted by , from Wellington on 15 Jul. 2019

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5 out of 5
The most unique thing about this accommodation is something that can’t be faked. It has great atmosphere, soul and a homely feel.

Posted by on 6 Mar. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

26 Mar. 2019 by Kippilaw

Thank you for your kind words we love hosting great guests( that all we have ) 40 years experience in the hospitality industry helps. Kind wish Ⓜ️🌺

5 out of 5

One night of homely luxury!!!

I had the opportunity to stay at this fantastic 'home' for one night. I was treated so well. The owners and staff were friendly, warm and inviting. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was a FEAST!!! My dog was happy, I was happy and I highly recommend this hotel to anyone!!

Posted by , from Dunedin NZ on 3 Nov. 2016

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Dec. 2018 by Kippilaw

We aim to please delighted you were well cared for

5 out of 5

Beautifully appointed b&b

The owner looked after us beautifully. Yummy huge breakfast. Room was superb - very nicely done.

Posted by , from Sydney on 27 Sep. 2016

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Dec. 2018 by Kippilaw

Thank you for your kind words.

5 out of 5
Pros: Great breakfast served at a time that suited us with late checkout
Walking distance to Picton Centre. Very spacious accommodation.

Posted by , from Australia - NSW - Sydney on 2 Mar. 2013

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request), an area shuttle, and a train station pick-up service are free. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Kippilaw House. Free self parking and valet parking are available. This 4-star Picton bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Separate living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate dining area
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Free self parking , Free valet parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free airport shuttle, area shuttle, and train station pick-up
  • Parking: Free valet parking and self parking

Room Amenities

Kippilaw House offers 3 accommodations with minibars and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Picton bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Separate bedroom
  • Dining room
  • Select Comfort beds
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Shower
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Cribs (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Kippilaw Dining - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open 24 hours.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body scrubs

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 10:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport. To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM. 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 10:00 AM 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.

Kippilaw House offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 48 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 75 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No lifts
  • Children stay free
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • One child stays free
  • Front desk opens daily at 10:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 10:30 AM
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Security system
  • Children stay free - maximum age 2
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities on site
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 75 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Kippilaw
  • Kippilaw House
  • Kippilaw House Picton
  • Kippilaw Picton
  • Kippilaw House B&B Picton
  • Kippilaw House B&B
  • Kippilaw House Picton
  • Kippilaw House Bed & breakfast
  • Kippilaw House Bed & breakfast Picton

You should know

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.