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The Fern & Thistle Accommodation
How this fits the wine trip
About 140 km in a straight line from Cromwell, the nearest of our three wine hubs. That is not the road distance, so check the route before you plan a tasting day around it.
- To Cromwell140 km
- To Queenstown159 km
- To Blenheim621 km
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About this place
With a stay at The Fern & Thistle Accommodation in Benhar, you'll be near the beach, and 21. 3 mi (34. 2 km) from Nugget Point Lighthouse and 27. 7 mi (44. 5 km) from Jack's Blowhole. This 4-star bed & breakfast is 31. 1 mi (50 km) from Purakaunui Falls and 15. 9 mi (25. 6 km) from Kaka Point Scenic Reserve. Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Featured amenities include laundry facilities and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring outdoor private spa tubs and Smart televisions. Rooms have private furnished patios. Digital programming and video-game consoles are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and free minibar items, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Rooms
- Quadruple room, up to 6 guests
- Suite, up to 8 guests
Facilities
Facilities
- Car park
- Check-in hour (15:00)
- Check-out hour (10:00)
- Wi-fi (extra charge)
- Secure parking
- Laundry service
- Garden
Health & wellness
- Sauna
Entertainment & pools
- Children playground
Meals
- Breakfast
- Continental breakfast
Good to know
- Minimum check-in age (18)
At a glance and nearby
- Total number of rooms
- 3
Contact and map
146 Benhar Rd9272 Benhar
- +64 0221996955 Reservations
- Open on OpenStreetMap
This guide does not take bookings and shows no prices. Contact the hotel for rates and availability. Catalogue data last updated 2026-10-06.
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