Kitchenette, Coffee machine, Electric kettle, Dining table
Shuttle service
Airport shuttle, Shuttle service
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Entire unit located on ground floor, Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Swimming pool
Private, Saltwater, Outdoor swimming pool
About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Jolly Poacher Retreat in Spring Creek offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a kitchenette, washing machine, and free WiFi.
Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a saltwater swimming pool, terrace, and outdoor fireplace. The property provides free bicycles, a bar, and a games room. Additional amenities include a children’s playground and barbecue facilities.
Delicious Breakfast: A continental breakfast with juice is served daily. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure.
Convenient Location: Located 14 km from Marlborough Airport, the retreat offers easy access to local attractions. Free on-site private parking is available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
“What a wonderful experience. The attention to detail in the room was amazing. We loved the fresh flowers with breakfast in the morning. Great that we could take the dogs, and thanks for the nearby walk recommendation.”
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Helen
United Kingdom
“The lodge was so comfortable and the owners had paid so much attention to detail to decorate the lodge after its name - The Fishing Lodge. They had beautiful gardens too.”
Martin
United Kingdom
“Nice self contained unit in a very rural, quiet location but with easy access to the winelands. Dave and Helen were excellent hosts and had put considerable effort in to uniquely styling the two lodges. Breakfast delivered to your lodge at a time...”
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Joanne
Australia
“Everything, beautiful furnishings, clean and comfortable. Lovely owners.”
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Alex
New Zealand
“Location was great. Breakfast the eggs were amazing.”
John
New Zealand
“Complimentary hot breakfast delivered to our door at a pre arranged time - fantastic - eggs from their own
chooks...does not get better.”
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William
Canada
“David and Helen were wonderful hosts. Unique property in the country yet only 10 minutes to town and many wineries. Very quiet and relaxing. Great breakfast. Very comfortable bed, great shower. Many eclectic decorative touches added interest and...”
Jeffery
United Kingdom
“Lovely quiet location in a beautiful shady garden, lots of mature trees. Extremely comfortable bed.
Efficient air con. Qirky decorations added charm.”
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Fiona
United Kingdom
“Beautiful peaceful location, apartment looking out into lovely garden at the front and field of sheep at the back. Very comfortable, good space, great breakfast. Excellent shower room, comfortable beds with good linen.
Very welcoming and very...”
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Erica
New Zealand
“Unfortunately we had an early ferry to catch so weren’t able to enjoy the breakfast but the location was stunning”
Hosted by Dave & Helly
9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Dave & Helly
We are on a 5 acre property with many trees, beautiful flower gardens & vegetable/fruit trees providing fresh in season produce.We also have our own organic free range Hens/eggs & sheep/lamb & Beef running in the paddock beside your cottage.
Dave’s man cave is a WOW factor for the guys a must to see plus many more attractions around this property.Until we meet again…Safe Travels💜
We LOVE People and promise YOU to make your stay a memorable one…check out reviews on TripAdvisor.
Quiet peaceful …minutes to everywhere….relaxing….tranquil.We will point you in the right direction to what you Must see.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
Facilities of The Jolly Poacher Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7
Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
House rules
The Jolly Poacher Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 80 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 80 per person, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
BankcardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Jolly Poacher Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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