Reviews of The Shepherd's Rest
82 Devils Bridge Road, 9492 Oamaru, New Zealand
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Reviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLocation was close to town but felt very rural. Liked being able to see the stars so clearly because of no lights from the city. Accommodation with a rustic country feel. Comfy bed. Shower was hot with good pressure.would have loved to try the outdoor bath but was a bit too cold outside. Next time.
Would have liked internet access and tv but it is meant to be a country retreat so understand why this is not provided.
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewRecommend as it was peaceful & quiet - did get some great views until the rain came in - loved feeding the alpacas - outside bathtub looked inviting (did not use due to short on time) - very interesting bambooloo composting toilet - overall a great place to stay -
Reviewed: 8 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewStunning location. Tiny but comfortable, clean and cosy converted shepherds shed. The outside bath with lovely hot water and perfumed fizzing bath bomb was an amazing experience, as was looking at the starlit sky later with no light pollution. The fact that there was no TV or internet, plus the composting toilet added to the rustic character of this unique dwelling.
Great to hear you enjoyed your stay and made the most of the outdoor bath. The bath bomb is a wee gift we give to guests who stay multiple nights ❤️. Thanks so much for staying.
Reviewed: 23 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe host is very lovely and welcoming. A cozy and heartwarming retreat! The hut is private and provides a peaceful escape, perfect for unwinding. We are already talking about coming back!
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Thank you for staying. It was lovely to chat and hopefully you will be back one day!
Reviewed: 21 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewExactly as advertised - so cute, great views, comfortable bed, well stocked, obsessed with the outdoor bathtub, amazing stars
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Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Reviewed: 11 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe host was amazing, so helpful and just lovely to talk to. The accommodations were perfect. It was very clean and the design and decor made it a comfortable and enjoyable experience. I loved being on the working farm with the alpacas, sheep, chickens, etc!!!
Loved meeting you both. Thanks so much for staying.
Reviewed: 24 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLoved the outdoor bath!
Thanks for staying at The Shepherds Rest.
Reviewed: 17 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewIt was small, compact and neat just what we expected from a shepherds hut.
Nothing to dislike; very well equipped and a very friendly host.
Thank you for your review. It was nice to meet you both.
Reviewed: 16 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe privacy yet expansive views, the quiet, the animals, the outdoor piped bathtub(!), the simple nature of the stay.
The one thing I’d recommend is swapping the large floor heater fake potbelly for a wall heater so you don’t use that space for something you could put on the wall and free up for a bag.
Thanks for staying Julie :)
Reviewed: 13 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe location was amazing and with an outdoor bath to enjoy whilst chatting to the alpacas
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Thanks for staying. Glad to hear you enjoyed those alpaca chats :)
Reviewed: 9 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLoved the whole feel of the place. Cozy with lovely views and alpacas and sheep for company. They loved being fed!!
Thank you for staying and great to hear it was an enjoyable experience.
Reviewed: 2 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewAwesome farm stay, super comfy bed, alpacas to keep you company, basic cooking facilities, BBQ. Also has an outdoor bath with hot water, although it was a bit cold to used when we were there
Nothing it was amazing
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Happy to hear you had a fun time.
Reviewed: 22 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewVery cosy tiny house with everything we needed for a 3 night stay. Beautiful rural setting which was very peaceful yet close to town. Very clean and comfortable with lots of thoughtful touches, including an outdoor bathtub. Food for the cute llamas and sheep in the nearby paddock included. Eco friendly with a bamboo composting toilet
A bedside table/shelf on both sides of the bed would be great.
Thanks for staying :)
Reviewed: 6 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful area, quiet, alpacas are right at your front door
Toilet is definitely odd and would be a bit unpleasant if there for more than one night unless the bag was changed out daily. No wifi either
Thanks for visiting.
Reviewed: 22 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewThe view from the kitchen area was amazing, only 10 min from the center of town, the alpacas were the highlight of my stay!
More instructions on where dishes etc are, how to use shower
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
Reviewed: 10 December 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewGreat value for money. A unique experience. Very clean and comfortable for an overnight stay. Great fun feeding the sheep and alpacas.
Reviewed: 5 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewQuietness and surroundings
Reviewed: 26 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: 10 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewThe whole vibe was so cute and perfect. We were allowed to feed the alpacas which were just adorable. It was a 10/10 experience.
Reviewed: 14 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewI cannot recommend this place highly enough - it is absolutely incredible. Jennie has thought of everything to make the hut feel luxurious as well as cosy, the extra touches are magical (chocs, great selection of hot drink options, lovely soft bath robe to name a few). Outdoor bath and the alpacas are just extraordinary, views and location superb. A wonderful place to really relax and a great base for exploring Oamaru and its surrounding area.
Reviewed: 10 October 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewLoved the fairy lights on the ceiling