We are delighted to be the new owners of Kingsdown Manor and we are honoured to continue its legacy of providing wonderful accommodation and beautiful event spaces for groups of up to 110 for weddings and other special occasions. We are currently working hard to improve the grounds and the Manor to further beautify and preserve this special place. You may see the odd bit of garden still in progress. We are sure you are going to love it as much as we do! Also operating on the property is Ash and Ivy Artisan Organics skincare company. You are welcome to view their products and sample their range while visiting.

Just 6 minutes south of Timaru, Kingsdown Suite B&B, The Fairytale Suite and newly available The Enchanted Tower Suite, are all unique Bed and Breakfast rooms set in our picturesque Manor. It is also possible to book a 3rd ensuite room called the Sleeping Beauty Suite by calling us directly or contacting us via our website. This large room can accommodate 4 guests in 2x Queen beds. This has been primarily set up as a Bridesmaids suite so availability is limited. To feel totally pampered, book the Fairytale Dreams suite or The Enchanted Tower suite, and we can cook you eggs your way or provide you with our homemade organic meusli with a selection of toast and condiments. We will make you a fresh coffee or tea and you can make your own in your room. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the dining room in front of the fire in winter, or you can choose to have breakfast brought up to your suite. *The Fairytale suite has a luxury Queen bed, a small ensuite, smart TV and vintage tub-chairs and dining furniture. This stunning room has a courtyard view and is newly renovated. *The newly available Enchanted Tower Suite has a magnificent soaker tub, large shower, luxury fittings, Super King bed, dining table, smart TV, couch, and tea and coffee facilities. This room is often referred to as the Bridal Suite. If traveling and wanting separate rooms for 2, or up to 4 you can book the 2nd room with a Queen bed next door (we call it Enchanting Tower room 2). This room has views to the farm and ocean as well. There is a fridge which is shared by these rooms and The Fairy Tale Suite in the hallway. They both share the Turret bathroom and toilet which is separate from the bathroom and easily accessed by both rooms. No other guests use this toilet.

We are situated on the Timaru Loop from which tourists can explore Lakes (Tekapo and Hawea), Mountains (Hutt, Dobson, Fox and Cook/Aoraki), cycle trails and the much loved Caroline Bay Beach voted in the top 10 in NZ. We are not far from Geraldine which has boutique stores and fantastic places to eat such as the Barkers restaurant. There are lovely walks and cycle ways along the Timaru coast nearby (see Venture Timaru online) and Fishing and hunting guided tours. Travelers have been known to stay here before going on to Dunedin and they love to stop in at Riverstone Castle only 45 minutes away for a tour of the castle and lunch at the excellent restaurant and gift shops. We are so fortunate to see mountains and the sea on either side of the property and this is just magical in winter. If you want a farmhouse style cafe for brunch, check out Harlau House less than 10 minutes away. Timaru has movie theatres, an aquatic center, ale houses, organic food farmers market on Saturday mornings and plenty of interesting shops and facilities. If you fancy spotting the blue penguins located at the end of Caroline Bay, just check out Timaru Penguins online for viewing advice. On a warm evening it is quite a lovely (and free) activity but be prepared for it to be quite late (10pm) before you can snap any pictures. We love taking a quick walk to Jacks Point Lighthouse which is only a 2 minute drive from Kingsdown Manor at Ellis Road. The path is well laid out and takes you along the coast with a nice rest stop at the lighthouse! This is also perfect for a bike ride to town. It is also possible to cycle down Bristol Road and it has much less traffic typically.