We recently stayed here for two nights, on arrival we were upgraded to a Chalet (thank god because the other rooms are way below average). The Chalet was nice and spacious and comfortable. Only one channel was working on the television and you can see that the upkeep of the Lodge is starting to slip. The hosts advised that the... More

Like many others we went on a 50% off deal. Even at the discounted price it was not value for money. Very low spec rooms. Basic, no frills, cramped. Cobwebs all over the room and bathroom. Nice people running the place but a luxury lodge -no way. Go for the solitude but expect basic. You could get much better for... More

After reading the reviews for Sandspiper Lodge I was a bit worried but it was all for nothing. We own a b&b ourselves and this was my birthday treat just for one night. The lodge is set is lovely surroundings and close to Tawharanui Open Sanctuary where there are wonderful walks and great swimming. On arrival we were upgraded to... More

The Sandpiper Lodge is in a beautiful location ,the grounds are picturesque and the host and hostess are lovely people but the rates are totally unrealistic.We purchased our night on a 50% deal and were given a room with just the bare necessities,no coffee making facilities,no TV,no fridge ,things you would expect from even the poorest of accommodations.To expect people... More

We were supposed to stay two nights on a special 50% deal. Even considering the special deal, this lodge is not worth the cost. We found the room very small, no TV, no fridge. The ensuite was small and had not been cleaned properly. The sheets were marked. our sleep was disturbed by the snooring and movement in the room... More

My wife and I spent three nights in one of the chalets which was lovely. Very peaceful and relaxing with a lovely outlook over a stream. Bruce (the owner) was very nice and helpful.