Brook House B&B & Cottages

I stayed at Brook House B&B over the October Long weekend. It was a comfortable, relaxed stay. Judy and animals were welcoming and friendly. I had a double room with ensuite, shower gel, liquid hand soap, I liked the little touches: cotton wool/buds and tissues in bathroom in case you'd forgotten. My room had double glazed windows. Straight forward, self-serve continental breakfast - I enjoyed fresh fruit salad each morning. Help yourself during stay to the different varieties of tea/coffee in the kitchen. Wine glasses, if you grab a bottle from the shop in town. I did use the hot-tub during my stay, albeit just once as I forgot to enquire if it was in use. I really enjoyed my soak and watching the sunset after a day of hiking. Helpful hints and tips from Judy upon arrival. Brook House is 2k walk into the town, or a very quick drive in. Ample parking. Recommend Brook House for bed & breakfast in this lovely resort.

This B&B was in a list of South Island accommodations for the price-conscious travelers. We were there two nights and had a fabulous time. Judy was wonderful, informative, and a great host. She filled us in much information, great for foreign travelers. The setting was great with the brook next to the place and lovely flowers. Our room was a little small because we wanted the ground floor and we did not reserve; an upstairs and other rooms were more spacious. But we decided to come back for a second night anyway. And we would do it again.

We prebooked for our holiday to South Island. Going whale watching, so booked Brook House B&B. Pictures look alot better than actual property. Run down, shabby garden, hose left across flight of steps, ready for someone to trip on. Room was small. Folding wooden doors in kitchenette wouldn't open or close. Musty smell inside. Upon talking to Judy,vshe wasn't pleased at all she needed to buy gluten free provisions for my breakfast. Seriously, she only needed to buy a loaf of gf bread and could freeze it afterwards. Really made me feel welcome, not. I've never been insulted by a hotelier or restaurant about needing celiacs safe food. It is a B&B though? We drove into town to find somewhere else for the night and secured a lovely place. We returned to Brookby to tell Judy we weren't happy to stay there and collect our bags.we had prepaid two nights there and one night was deducted from our account, which they wouldn't refund us for. Beware of photos online which sometimes aren't a true indicator of the property.

Great B&B - Judy, lady of the house is super friendly. She gives a realtime good explanation about the area and local cafés and restaurants and things to do in the city. She even does your laundry without an extra charge! The place to be in Kaikoura! 👌🏼