Lavender Studio at the foot of the Richmond Hills. Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 158 reviews
10 - Excellent
135
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 158 reviews
8 - Good
22
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 158 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 158 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Marky J.
17 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location for shopping in Richmond Property grounds are very good, bach was vary clean and well appointed.
Marky J.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Walter D.
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Super easy
We enjoyed the quiet location and pleasant garden outlook. Thankfully a washing machine and somewhere to dry clothes after several days on the road.It also an easy stroll to the main Richmond shops with some great cafes, restaurants and other shops. (I found the ladies at the Health & Herbs shop very helpful).Thanks to Daphna for making this space available
Walter D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Quintin P.
23 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
I had a lovely stay, the area around the house is beautiful, with all the citrus trees, and the pool in the back ground. The apartment where I stayed was bigger than I anticipated. The owner was absolutely wonderful. Close to the center of town and easy to get to. I would highly recommend , and will go back here for another stay in future.
Quintin P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Giovanna R.
12 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host who made me feel completely at home. Very clean and cosy place and the bed was super comfortable and cosy too. I’ll definitely return to lavender studio - it had everything I needed in a great location.
Giovanna R.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Kelvin C.
8 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It suited us really well, close to where we needed to go. All good.
Kelvin C.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
CAROLYN H.
2 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous retro getaway
This little place is such a gorgeous retreat fora weekend away in Nelson. It was so neat, clean and tidy, and had everything that we needed for a few days. The shower pressure is fantastic!The garden is beautiful and the pool is really luxurious. It is very handy to shops, restaurants and tomato wonderful antique shop. We are looking forward to coming back again. 5 star service!
CAROLYN H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Raewyn D.
30 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet stay
A pleasant, clean, well equipped unit. Lovely setting.
ACCOMMODATION GREAT BUT STAYZ ARE A DISASTER - DONT USE STAYZ UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
Property well equipped, spacious amongst lovely grounds. Hosts went out of their way to overcome Statyz horrendous handling of the booking.We booked through Stayz and paid deposit via Visa card months in advance.Once in NZ we were constantly on the road - often without on-line contact. We eventually received Stayz request to make our final payment and spent 3 unsuccessful hours trying to do so. We had a strong signal and Stayz system was the problem.Can't remember exactly when/how but the lovely host manged to get in contact and agreed settlement could be made on arrival. She indicated the property's location - which we could not find on arrival. Stayz documentation didn't even have the name of the property - let alone the address.We phoned Sydney and the agent advised that the address wouldn't be provided without final payment (which we accepted). We explained Stayz inability to process our previous payment attempt but the agent showed no interest.The agent said he would connect us to the Stayz phone payment service. 30 mins later there was still no answer so we hang up.We knew the general location of the individual unit, and was forced to door-knock the neighborhood (it had no signage). The host was horrified over Stayz treatment.The agent later txt us several times to finally advise he would send address.but our phone was still waiting to make payment. No address received by phone. txt or email5 VALUABLE HOLIDAY HOURS WASTED.ABSOLUTELY HOPELESS ! ! ! !
brian s.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynn T.
12 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Such an amazing getaway from the city 🧡
Highly recommended place to stay if you are in Nelson! Daphne was an amazing host, easy check in, lovely little studio she has providing us a serene and peaceful abode. Not forgetting to mention the swimming pool is so lovely! Will upload my journey on Youtube channel: lynofuro
Lynn T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marie C.
5 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Couple retreat
Marie C.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise H.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We enjoyed the convenience and garden setting at Daphne’s place. She was very attentive to our needs. I especially liked having my morning coffee in the little outside area watching the birds. As others have noted it’s a quick walk to the neighborhood pub and close to shopping.
Denise H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve T.
11 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lemon Treat
Daphna provided a full apartment with lots of space, a full kitchen, laundry & drying rack, sitting area and nice outdoor patio. The windows overlooked an amazing garden, orchard and pool! Appreciate the extras she provided.
Steve T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
David H.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
A wonderful host and a wonderful place. I would love to stay for longer next time.
David H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kris K.
6 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful gardens and private rental
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Parking was off street, kitchen was fully equipped, bed comfy and the private patio was lovely for morning coffee. We even made use of the pool!The host was so nice and the location is in a very nice neighborhood. Easy to get anywhere in Richmond or Nelson. Highly recommend this rental.
Kris K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alison L.
25 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Return visit
Our go-to in Richmond. Daphna is very welcoming, the studio is comfy, and the pool is lovely.
Alison L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
Robert S.
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
Wouldn't stay again, studio unit too close to main house.
Robert S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew D.
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful gardens
beautiful peaceful garden. Nice place to stay. would recommend.
Andrew D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
lorna h.
2 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lavender bliss
We enjoyed staying and also were happy to have friends around for aget together
lorna h.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Helen M.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable holiday accomodation.
Very close to where our friends lived. Bed shower heater all good. Private. Outer area by the entry great especially in the wet days we had. A blind on the other kitchen window would be good. Overall nice and comfortable.
Helen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sid and Jane W.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great comfortable stay
Great comfortable stay. Nice and private. Just what I needed.
Sid and Jane W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Johnny H.
9 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Daphna awesome to deal with. Great wee place to stay . Will definitely use again
Regards Johnny
Johnny H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Graeme C.
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Superb accommodation
Quiet accommodation in a beautiful garden setting- own private entrance, covered outdoor space.
A warm welcome by owner on arrival.