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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
- DryerDryer
- WasherWasher
Explore the area
Pomahaka, Southland
- Fly Fish Mataura27 min drive
- Brown Trout28 min drive
- Hokonui Moonshine Museum28 min drive
- Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)105 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Mainholm Lodge
Mainholm Lodge is a grand Edwardian homestead which has been beautifully restored back to its former glory. Built in 1906 for the Dickison family, the current house replaces an earlier homestead which was destroyed by fire. This double and triple brick home took four years to complete. Initially a substantial station property, Mainholm now has three hectares of beautiful grounds nestled between the Pomahaka river and the Blue Mountains.
Mainholm has a fascinating history. After being enjoyed as a large family home for many decades, it gradually fell into a state of disrepair. By the mid 1980s it was largely derelict. It was then purchased by a film producer, who gave Mainholm a starring role in 'The Returning'; a New Zealand feature film shot during the summer of 1990. This supernatural love story was shot in and around Mainholm which, in its dilapidated state, provided an atmospheric backdrop to the film.
The process of restoring Mainholm Lodge back to its former glory began in the 1990s. Traditional materials were used to repair the building and original features, which included hand painted friezes, fireplaces and wooden trimmings, were carefully restored. Great effort was put into ensuring that even the finest detail was not overlooked and the end result was a nothing but the very best restoration possible.
Today its hard to imagine that Mainholm was once anything but the beautiful house it is today. The house offers 5 bedrooms upstairs - 2 ensuite (Grantham Suite and Roxburgh Suite) and 2 with basins in the rooms (Antoinette Room and Marlborogh Room) and the Maids Room, a smaller room with double bed. Downstairs you'll find the Lounge, Study, Morning Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Pantry and an additional bathroom. Take a walk in the beautiful garden and find a place to sit and relax, read a book, enjoy a coffee or play a game of croquet.
Mainholm has a fascinating history. After being enjoyed as a large family home for many decades, it gradually fell into a state of disrepair. By the mid 1980s it was largely derelict. It was then purchased by a film producer, who gave Mainholm a starring role in 'The Returning'; a New Zealand feature film shot during the summer of 1990. This supernatural love story was shot in and around Mainholm which, in its dilapidated state, provided an atmospheric backdrop to the film.
The process of restoring Mainholm Lodge back to its former glory began in the 1990s. Traditional materials were used to repair the building and original features, which included hand painted friezes, fireplaces and wooden trimmings, were carefully restored. Great effort was put into ensuring that even the finest detail was not overlooked and the end result was a nothing but the very best restoration possible.
Today its hard to imagine that Mainholm was once anything but the beautiful house it is today. The house offers 5 bedrooms upstairs - 2 ensuite (Grantham Suite and Roxburgh Suite) and 2 with basins in the rooms (Antoinette Room and Marlborogh Room) and the Maids Room, a smaller room with double bed. Downstairs you'll find the Lounge, Study, Morning Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Pantry and an additional bathroom. Take a walk in the beautiful garden and find a place to sit and relax, read a book, enjoy a coffee or play a game of croquet.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 4 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- 1 unit
- Property does not allow children
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Air conditioning
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The price is CA $210
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CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Policies
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Important information
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Pomahaka
This vacation home is located in Pomahaka. Eastern Southland Gallery and Hokonui Moonshine Museum are cultural highlights, while Hokonui Pioneer village and Museum is a local landmark.
What's nearby
- Fly Fish Mataura - 27 min drive
- Brown Trout - 28 min drive
- Eastern Southland Gallery - 28 min drive
- Hokonui Moonshine Museum - 28 min drive
- Gore Racecourse - 31 min drive
Getting around
- Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 105 min drive
Restaurants
- Forest Lodge Hotel - 11 min drive
- West Country Coffee - 10 min drive
- Blue Mountain Restaurant - 11 min drive
- Top Nosh - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mainholm Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Mainholm Lodge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mainholm Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mainholm Lodge located?
Situated in Pomahaka, this vacation home is within 25 mi (40 km) of Fly Fish Mataura, Brown Trout, and Eastern Southland Gallery. Gore Historical Museum and Hokonui Moonshine Museum are also within 25 mi (40 km).
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