Grandvue Country Stay, Hastings

Dianne & Keith Taylor

2596 State Highway 50, R.D.5 Hastings, New Zealand 4175
Phone: 0064 6 879 6141, or 0064 27 6680252 (Mobile)
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Type of Accommodation Homestay, B&B
Rating 9.7 out of 10
Website http://www.grandvuecountrystay.co.nz
Directions - Nearest Town Hastings
Tariff - 2 people in 1 room $110 - $130 (NZD)
Tariff - 1 person $70 (NZD)
Tariff - Children Negotiable
Tariff - Dinner $30 (NZD) per person
Breakfast Full, Continental
Restrictions No smoking inside
Payments Visa/Mastercard
Beds 1 King/Twin , 1 Queen , Total 2 bedrooms
Bathrooms 1 Ensuite , 1 Share
Associations, Awards & Ratings @home New Zealand
Languages Spoken English
Pets/Children Children welcome
 

Now retired and moved from our farm but still the same genuine and caring hospitality. Enjoy with us in a relaxed atmosphere in our extensive private garden, the wonderful views over vineyards in the Gimlett Gravels and Ngatarawa area, and to Havelock North hills in the distance. Comfortable beds with firm mattresses make for a good nights sleep (electric blankets for winter warmth). Sit and chat when time allows over a generous breakfast cooked or continental with homemade preserves and goodies - inside or alfresco. Dinner is available on request. Our interests include tramping, bushwalks, gardening, travel and genealogy.

Having travelled extensively we do enjoy meeting local and overseas visitors. Let us advise you on all the wonderful things to see and do while in our lovely Hawkes Bay. There are many wineries close by with restaurants, Trips to the gannets, Orchard tours, Trout fishing, Golf courses, Panoramic views from Te Mata Peak, Havelock North with boutique shops and cafes and Napier the Art Deco City of the world are just a few. We can arrange tours for you too, and also advise you on your travel through NZ. After more than 22 years of hosting we have an ever increasing circle of friends with many returning.

Please read our guests comments on this website. Guests are welcome to use the swimming pool in summer and the tennis court. Dianne has a certificate in Homestay Management. We do look forward to meeting you, and our aim is to make your stay with us memorable. Arrive as a guest and leave as our friends. Easy access and plenty of parking.

WE "DO NOT" INCREASE OUR PRICES FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
No animals inside please.

Guest Reviews

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Grandvue Country Stay 9.7 10 63
  Rating Date Reviewed
Peter Smith
This is a really friendly and hospitable place to stay. Great food, including evening meals, good-sized pool and lovely views make this a welcome retreat after a hard day's sight seeing and wine tasting.
8.0 10
August 2011
Chris Ellsum  - View all reviews posted by Chris Ellsum
Friendly hosts with a wealth of travel knowledge. Our room was spacious and the breakfast was memorable sat outside enjoying the lovely view.
8.0 10
January 2011
Sheila Johnstone
It felt like 'home from home'. Very relaxing and wonderful location. Our hosts were excellent.
10.0 10
December 2010
RON JOHNSTON
One of the best we have stayed in in nNew Zealand with the greatest continental breakfast we have ever had. Hope to stay with you again sometime thanks.
10.0 10
December 2010
RON JOHNSTON
One of the best we have stayed in in nNew Zealand with the greatest continental breakfast we have ever had. Hope to stay with you again sometime thanks.
10.0 10
December 2010
Anita Macqueen
Brilliant, Everything so enjoyable, Terric hosts. 		(none)
December 2010
chris dixon
great stay.diane and keith became great friends in a short space of time.we were in new zealand from england to watch the cricket when we had some sad news from home and our hosts were superb and looked after us very well in a difficult time for us. would recomend this place without hessitation.also great breakfast.
10.0 10
December 2010
Eva & Henning Carstensen
Nice big rooms - splendid breakfast - interesting garden with a great view
10.0 10
December 2010
Jane Worland  - View all reviews posted by Jane Worland
An excellent stay, thank you! We felt very much at home. We enjoyed the relaxed meal times and were sorry that we couldn't stay longer
10.0 10
December 2010
Matthew Kirk-Jones  - View all reviews posted by Matthew Kirk-Jones
Great views, friendly, relaxed people, good food. A lovely place to stay.
9.0 10
December 2010
Barbara Edgecombe  - View all reviews posted by Barbara Edgecombe
Grant and I have stayed at Keith and Dianne's homestay twice and thoroughly enjoyed their warmth and hospitality. They spare no effort to make their guests welcome. We have no hesitation in recommending this homestay. Lovely people.
10.0 10
December 2010
Hilary Laker  - View all reviews posted by Hilary Laker
Comfotable, friendly, wonderful views. Would recommend to anyone.
10.0 10
December 2010
Neil Murphy
We had a wonderful evening, night's sleep and great breakfast next morning with our lovely hosts Dianne and Keith. Enjoyed the glorious view from the patio and the comfortable, clean bedroom and private bathroom. Only wish we has allowed more time to stay and explore the area! Would love to return someday.
10.0 10
December 2010
Malcolm Spencer  - View all reviews posted by Malcolm Spencer
One of the best B&Bs we have stayed in. Excellent company, good food, lovely house. Very envious of the virews. Hope to stay there again. It will be our third visit. 		(none)
December 2010
Malcolm Spencer
One of the best B&Bs we have ever stayed at. This last visit was the second, and Margaret and i hope to stay again in the near future. Lovely people, good food and a common interest in family history. Lovely house and grounds . Very envious of the views.
10.0 10
December 2010
Margaret Bryce
We felt completely cared about and part of the family staying with Keith and Dianne Taylor out of Havelock North. Keith helped us wash our car!! and Dianne cooked amazing meals, taking into account my husband's gluten intolerance, even tho she'd not had experience with that before. We were given just the right amount of care and just the right amount of privacy. As in many kiwi homes we found we had acquaintances and friends in common! Will return often.
10.0 10
December 2010
christoph van der bij  - View all reviews posted by christoph van der bij
great location, nice room, very lovely people, beautiful swimming pool, great surroundings. in short, we advise you to stay! greetings nicole and christoph
10.0 10
December 2010
Martin & Gisela van Herwaarden  - View all reviews posted by Martin & Gisela van Herwaarden
Grandvue is a beautiful BB, very nice garden with pool, nice view over the surrounding vineyards. Dianne and Keith are very nice hosts, prepared a warm welcome to us so we felt home at once.
9.0 10
December 2010
Yasmin Valji  - View all reviews posted by Yasmin Valji
A lovely stay, beautiful view and very friendly hosts. Very nice breakfast too. Thanks Diane and Keith.
10.0 10
December 2010
Sue Smith  - View all reviews posted by Sue Smith
Had a great time and a wonderful breakfast at Grandvue, thanks Dianne and Keith
10.0 10
December 2010
Sue Smith  - View all reviews posted by Sue Smith
We had a great time at Grandvue and thanks for the lovely beakfast!
10.0 10
December 2010
James A Steele  - View all reviews posted by James A Steele
Unfortunatly we could only stay one night with Dianne and Keith. They were perfect hosts . The experience was memorable ,and the view is "wow" Many Thanks Margaret and Hamish
10.0 10
December 2010
David Larson  - View all reviews posted by David Larson
My wife and I had a deligtful two night stay with Dianne and Keith in February of 2010; they were most helpful in identifying wineries that we might enjoy in their area. Nice home with pleasant views, good people and excellent breakfasts.
10.0 10
December 2010
Val Wells  - View all reviews posted by Val Wells
Dianne and Keith made my stay with them so wonderful so homely and comfortable. I was travelling alone around and Dianne introduced me the New Zealand B & B book which proved to be invaluable for the remainder of my trip. Thank you to you both.
10.0 10
December 2010
Val Wells  - View all reviews posted by Val Wells
Dianne and Keith made my stay with them so wonderful so homely and comfortable. I was travelling alone around and Dianne introduced me the New Zealand B & B book which proved to be invaluable for the remainder of my trip. Thank you to you both.
10.0 10
December 2010
Richard & Linda Peddel
Dianne & Keith really made us feel "at home" in their lovely house.
8.0 10
March 2008
Peter Barford
Wonderful hosts, very helpful and personable.
10.0 10
March 2008
Sue & David Parkin
Keith & Dianne are fantastic hosts. Very helpful going the extra mile to make our stay special.
10.0 10
March 2008
P & R Smith
Our 51st wedding anniversary made perfect by our very good hosts and friends Dianne & Keith.
10.0 10
March 2008
Meredith 7 Matthew
The hospitality was fantastic in beutiful scenery.
9.0 10
February 2008
Gill Malcolm
Warm welcome,comfortable room and bed, great food, wonderful views, excellent value. What more could we ask for
10.0 10
December 2007
Rosemary & Eric - 27/11/2002
Wonderful welcome on my husband's birthday. I had spoken to Diane earlier on the telephone and asked her for something a bit special for the birthday boy. She certainly obliged and I will never forget Keith taking us out into the garden and showing us the Southern Cross in night sky.
10.0 10
February 2007
Pat & Ray Smith
To celebrate our golden wedding anniversary my wife and I decided to have the honeymoon we could not afford in 1957. We chose "Grandvue" Country Stay, Hastings out of the Bed & Breakfast Book. We could not have chosen better and would rate them at 12/10! Dianne and Keith are tops in every part of the business and we now have the very best of new friends. An English couple who arrived on our fourth day of stay tried to figure out how many years Dianne, Keith and ourselves had been friends and they decided it must have be about 30 to 35 years. Considering we met our hosts for the first time three days earlier I think that says it all.
10.0 10
February 2007
J Rutherford
Wonderful warm welcome and hospitality. I felt comfortable with everything about my stay with 2 dedicated people.
10.0 10
January 2007
Phil & Janice Hymes
Very welcoming. Very hospitable. Lovely home. Most enjoyable.
9.0 10
October 2006
Phil Bennet
Wonderful.
9.0 10
October 2006
Eva & Patrick Scheurer/Germany
very friendly hosts, goog quality bedrooms and bathroom, had all the help we needed. Thanks for all....
10.0 10
September 2005
Jan & Gordan Solloway
A homely comfortable stay, only minutes from town centre. Friendly hosts, good quality bedroom & bathroom facilities. Enjoyed our time here.
9.0 10
February 2005
Frank & Barb Stedman
Had lovely meals & all the help we needed. Very good stay.
9.0 10
February 2005
Martin Diehl
Absolutly fantastic friendliness, great breakfast. Not carried away with money or sence of rip off. Clean & extremely hostpitable.
10.0 10
February 2005
Mrs Diehl
They were happy to take us at extremely short notice & made us very welcome. THANK YOU!!
9.0 10
February 2005
Eric Jackson
Enjoyed stay, very friendly.
10.0 10
February 2005
Jennifer Hall
Would have no hesitation in recommending a stay at this home with such a lovely couple.
10.0 10
February 2005
Brian Hall
Very friendly couple. Made us feel completely at home.
10.0 10
February 2005
H Hughs
They couldn't do enough to make us welcome. A lovely New Zealand farm.
10.0 10
February 2005
J Mcgarvie
Very lovely stay.
10.0 10
February 2005
B Bujoteek
We have never had it so good.
10.0 10
February 2005
H Vosloo
Wonderful hosts. A very comfortable stay.
10.0 10
February 2005
B Boddely
Over the years we have stayed under many B&Bs. This is one of the best.
10.0 10
February 2005
O Raheem
Lovely people. We enjoyed lively conversation with them. Highly recommend.
10.0 10
February 2005
A Veltman
Excellent. Welcoming, friendly and helpful hosts. Evening meals and breakfasts were delicious. Wish all B&Bs were of this standard.
10.0 10
February 2005
Heather Laird
Was very well looked after & really felt at home. I told them that they should charge more!!
10.0 10
February 2005
L Diehl
Terrific accommodation and hospitality. A warm and friendly family who invited us into their home in every way. Thank you.
10.0 10
February 2005
B Maitre
Very nice people, lovely gardens. A good place to relax.
9.0 10
February 2005
M Olszewski
Excellent value for money. Very professional.
10.0 10
February 2005
M Mackey
Fantastic, Thank you.
10.0 10
February 2005
R Hall
Excellent
9.0 10
February 2005
Susan Sargent
The hospitality is excellent. The best B&B we have ever been in. So comfortable and friendly.
10.0 10
February 2005
Sean
This was my first experience of a homestay/bnb. If Dianne & Keith are anything to go by, then NZ BnB is in good stead. A warm friendly homestay with that extra bit of care and attention. Hope you have a good year you two.... :>) Thanks a bundle. 		(none)
January 2003
Mads & Maj-Britt
Dear Dianne and Keith

Thank you very much for making part of our holidays in New Zealand very pleasant.
We have now returned to Denmark. The weather here is very cold, with temperatures down to -15 degrees celcius. We have a lot of snow and the weather forecast for this afternoon promises another snow storm. Quite a dramatic change from the nice climate in New Zealand!

Our best vishes for the new year from,

Mads Leth & Maj-Britt Markvart
Signe (6 years old) and Ellen (1½ year old)
Odense, Denmark 		(none)
January 2003
Ann & Alan
We came upon it by chance and what a wonderful welcome we received. The home cooking, warm and friendly atmosphere have to be experienced to be believed. We shall certainly recommend it to anyone coming to this part of the world. 		(none)
November 2002
TANETOA Nui & Flo
1st visit to this charming and calm farmstay, and a lovely surprise. Thanks for your advises and recommandations and your delicious breakfast.
Sure, we'll book on the net before coming back. 		(none)
November 2002
Bob & Gillian
Our 3rd visit to Peak View Farm, lovely friendly welcome, a fantastic stay. Oh! Those superb boysenberry parfaits. We will be back! 		(none)
October 2002