Title: ELLSTONE farm,4km from Mba, mountain views,private,spa.Wifi.(linen extra fee) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ELLSTONE farm,4km from Mba, mountain views,private,spa.Wifi.(linen extra fee) Family-friendly vacation home in Martinborough with a hot tub ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27690000/27680400/27680340/861b6a7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27690000/27680400/27680340/fb29814e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27690000/27680400/27680340/f986258d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27690000/27680400/27680340/bcbe8cbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27690000/27680400/27680340/c0cd919e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience a peaceful retreat at ELLSTONE FARM HOUSE, where rural charm and natural beauty converge. With 3 ensuite rooms, private outdoor spa and log fires to cozy up by on chilly evenings. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142207 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ELLSTONE farm,4km from Mba, mountain views,private,spa.Wifi.(linen extra fee) Feel at home in the ELLSTONE FARM HOUSE a rural gem! (Email ellstonefarm@gmail or text Jill 0272080026) 240 White Rock Road Martinborough (1km past Brackenridge ) available for up to 15 people. NB LINEN IS NOT INCLUDED A $15 per person fee if you require towels, top and bottom sheets and pillowcases. Plenty of blankets and duvets and pillows. Please advise when booking or text Jill on 0272080026 at least 3 days before if linen is required. Because Ellstone is a big house a minimum of 4 guests is preferred. You are welcome to Text the number above for more information. 15% discount for 7 days or more. Home away from Home! A private sunroom with pullout couch, plus another pullout sofa bed in kitchen/family area and also in lounge, make up sleeping arrangements for large numbers. ELLSTONE is a spacious farm house with all the comforts of home offering 3 ensuite rooms and 3 living areas, 2 log fires, plus heat pump. Private outdoor Spa (only onlookers sheep, or cattle) and large sunny decks. Exhale, and do nothing! Peace and beauty abound on this 900 acre sheep and cattle farm. Beautiful views of rural Wairarapa from the top of gentle rolling hills. A great walk .A short drive to Vineyards, Restaurants, Golf Course and Brackenridge. 4km drive from the Square. Tea and Coffee is included, plus sugar, flour salt,pepper, but all other food and drink needs to be brought with you. Ellstone is an operating farm, activity can sometimes be operating closeby, and the private self contained annexe off the kitchen MAY be occupied, by Louise, our Caretaker. Your privacy is assured, she will respect your personal space. Please leave the property and spa as found. A $25 fee for pet which must have it’s own bed and be supervised at all times please i.e not allowed on furniture or beds. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - 5 steps to reach entrance - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,207 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33693700/33693681/b0495009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aotea Homestead Hinakura - Tennis court - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave 9.0 Wonderful 73 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=33693681&PinnedHotelID=33693681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85480000/85478800/85478796/1b6d8c2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Valley Getaway Martinborough - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=85478796&PinnedHotelID=85478796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95410000/95401500/95401402/4c53a355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 15E · Wind Down on Esther, Martinborough Martinborough - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews CA $324 CA $420 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=95401402&PinnedHotelID=95401402&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111140000/111130900/111130879/3effc170.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Olive Grove Estate, Martinborough Martinborough - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 1 review CA $185 CA $314 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=111130879&PinnedHotelID=111130879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88100000/88099800/88099783/668e72aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Green House: Luxe Eco Escape Martinborough - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=88099783&PinnedHotelID=88099783&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112570000/112562100/112562004/568095fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quirky & Cool on Cork Martinborough - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $185 CA $282 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=112562004&PinnedHotelID=112562004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29482800/29482726/a8764191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Location, Location, Location. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as ONE Night Welcome Minimum of 4 Guests per Night ONE Night Welcome Minimum of 4 Guests per Night ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.24854%2C175.45161&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qDmkQ4cB_TGZaLI6z18I9wYF0Ds=) Martinborough, South Wairarapa #### What's nearby - Palliser Estate - 12 min drive - 5.6 km - Ata Rangi Vineyard - 13 min drive - 6.0 km - Martinborough Golf Club - 13 min drive - 4.9 km - Martinborough Vineyard - 16 min drive - 5.6 km - Te Kairanga Wines - 16 min drive - 5.6 km #### Getting around - Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 99 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬7 min drive - ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬7 min drive - ‪Little Square Pizza - ‬7 min drive - ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬11 min drive - ‪Café Medici - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ELLSTONE farm,4km from Mba, mountain views,private,spa.Wifi.(linen extra fee) pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at ELLSTONE farm,4km from Mba, mountain views,private,spa.Wifi.(linen extra fee)? > As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ELLSTONE farm,4km from Mba, mountain views,private,spa.Wifi.(linen extra fee) on Oct 27, 2025 start from CA $144.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. 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Ask a question ## ELLSTONE farm,4km from Mba, mountain views,private,spa.Wifi.(linen extra fee) Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 4.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 217 8 - Good 69 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashleigh E. Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely area An amazing amount of space, and the scenery is lovely. We would happily stay here again ##### Ashleigh E. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jo N. Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable house Clean and comfortable stay in a lovely location. ##### Jo N. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Joanne F. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ellstone Farm Great set up for one night for our group. Only comment I would like to make is that I wish for the linen charge that the beds were made up before our arrival ##### Joanne F. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### kerry c. Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Big comfy house good for groups A nice comfy place with many bedrooms and beds really good for a group of friends or families. Not fancy or swanky in anyway, but comfortable, warm and spacious. Note - even if you pay for linen to be supplied you'll need to make your own beds. The spa pool is a great addition and it's awesome for stargazing. ##### kerry c. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brent C. Feb 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay Great location - suitable for large group - but also great for two of us. ##### Brent C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benny T. Mar 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Lovely place, feels like home. ##### Benny T. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike S. Mar 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and peaceful A lovely family home with plenty of room for our family of five adults and just a few minutes drive into Martinborough.Lovely and peaceful, we enjoyed the beautiful surroundings and the night sky. ##### Mike S. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma D. Dec 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place to stay Thank you so much for having us, you have such a comfortable home in a great location. We felt very lucky to be able to come and stay, thank you. ##### Emma D. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie N. Feb 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful stay A lovely house, beautiful views, very relaxing. A special place for a birthday celebration. Thanks Jill and Doug for being such great hosts! ##### Katie N. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Daryl P. May 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large quirky property that fits a lot of people Bring your own condiments as very little other than salt is provided. Check-in time is 4.30pm as well. Property is comfy and lots of spaces to break up a bigger group. Had a great time there and only a 5 min drive into town (if that). ##### Daryl P. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Trish S. Mar 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Epic Location Lovely big comfortable house for a girls weekend. Close to town ##### Trish S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### The K. Mar 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend away A great sized house with plenty of toilets and showers. Pleny of indoor outdoor spaces. Great quiet place. Excellent!! ##### The K. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brett R. Oct 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place & environment The house and place was easy to find, great place for family group and very quiet, thanks. ##### Brett R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim Mahren B. Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Huge house. Very comfortable. Clean and tidy house. Lovely location really close to Martinborough. Might be a bit cold in winter because it’s so huge, but there are two open fires as well as heaters, and wood provided so could be nice and cozy too once fired up. Hot tub is an inflatable one and smallish, but still lovely to have. ##### Tim Mahren B. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pug M. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rural bliss Great location just out of town but close enough to wineries and to pop in for supplies if needed. Suited us perfectly for a quick relaxing stay with guest from overseas ##### Pug M. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hamid M. Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing bach Second time we stayed in this lovely place and we absolutely had a great time ##### Hamid M. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nigel Y. Feb 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serene and Peaceful We enjoyed the space and the tranquility. An ideal place to unwind and recharge. Would have liked to stay longer ##### Nigel Y. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona S. Mar 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ellstone Certainly is a gem! Very tranquil and relaxing. Lovely Rural setting but so close to town. The house has a lovely farm house feel to it. The Living areas are very spacious and the lots of room to relax. We would love to come back ##### Fiona S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy O. Jan 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ellstone Such a gem of a find. Would have loved to stay longer as it has a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Plenty of room to move around. Would love to stay again. ##### Wendy O. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Julie S. Jan 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family weekend Lovely rural setting and only 5 - 10 mins drive from Martinborough Square. Listing describes as homely and had all the facilities we needed. Could do with some rejuvenating.Kids enjoyed the garden and hot pool. ##### Julie S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jasmine S. Jul 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing The stay was awesome, will definitely book again. ##### Jasmine S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb L. Mar 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay After walking Patuna Chasm the spa pool was such a welcome relief 👌 Fabulous venue, comfy beds. ##### Deb L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lahiru H. Oct 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect place for a perfect holiday The stay was super awesome with our family friends. Defineatly a 10/10 place that you can recommend for any person. ##### Lahiru H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard T. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rural gem Ellstone was everything our family wanted in a holiday home - spacious, well-appointed, a lovely farm garden in a rural setting. We couldn’t have asked for more. ##### Howard T. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle A. Oct 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good little getaway!! Great stay for group of friends, lots of room to have a fun weekend away!! ##### Michelle A. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023