Reviews of The Vicarage Boutique Bed and Breakfast Oamaru
24 Reed Street, 9400 Oamaru, New Zealand
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Reviewed: 31 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewWe misplaced our keys and we didn't get growled at.
Reviewed: 28 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewGorgeous place and lovely host. The rooms are spacious, clean and stunning! Great breakfast and got amazing tips from the lady of the house! Had a great stay and would love to come back!
Reviewed: 27 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewWe were warmly greeted by Jacqui as she welcomed us into her home. She showed us our beautiful bedroom and ensuite. There was fresh flowers on the bedside tables. Extra blankets to snuggle under. Top range toiletries in the shower. Great shower and plenty of hot water. We were shown to a beautiful lounge where we were able to relax with a wine or coffee. It was very comfortable just like home. She gave lots of information about what we could do and see in Oameru as well as different restaurants. Breakfast was fabulous and very generous. We would absolutely recommend the Vicarage for a wonderful stay.. Jacqui was the perfect host.
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Wow Trevor thank you so very much for your wonderful review. It truly was such a pleasure having you both to stay, like having friends of old with us. Enjoy all your future travels both 🌸
Reviewed: 24 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewYou are lovely, thank you so Much, safe onward travels both of you 🌸
Reviewed: 19 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewReally excellent accomodation , beautiful building and we stayed in a downstairs room that was really big and beautifully decorated. Had access to lounge to relax and have a cuppa. Host Jacqui was exceptional, so welcoming and told us where to visit in Oamaru. It was so homely and couldn't recommend this place enough.
Nothing it was amazing
Thank you so much for your beautiful review, it really does make a difference. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay, safe onward travels with your daughters 🌸
Reviewed: 19 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful house, perfectly decorated, comfortable bed, great atmosphere. The friendliest host you could ask for, the breakfast was amazing. Beautiful and friendly cat too!
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Thank you so much for your lovely review, yes Penny did want to come on your roady with you didn't she, so great to meet you both.
Reviewed: 12 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewThis is a fabulous place to stay..........from the very warm welcome from Jacqui to the sad farewell...everything in between was amazing!! Loved the house, loved the breakfast and loved the cat! Would absolutely recommend this place as its fantastic
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You are gorgeous! Thank You so Much for Your beautiful words, yes mine can get rather attached to gorgeous guests. Have a wonderful onward journey both 🌸
Reviewed: 12 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewA beautiful property and the host Jacqui was delightful and very informative on local sights .
Judi thank you so very much for taking the time to review. Adorable guests, maybe we shall meet again some sunny day 🌸
Reviewed: 11 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewA very good continental breakfast. A great choice of cereals for me and the fruit that came with it was very good.Comfortable, the heating worked well with the addition of a second heater
I thought that it was a bit expensive for a room but otherwise it was fine
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review. We are sorry that you felt your room was expensive, the price does appear before you commit. What you receive from us is so much more than just ‘a room’. We pride ourselves on the personal touches, such as the beautiful breakfast which is Ofcourse, unlike many properties, included in the price. Our usual score is 10, so it is very troubling to receive an 8. We are very pleased that your scores is a 10 in all the other categories. Thank you
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review. We are sorry that you felt your room was expensive, the price does appear before you commit. What you receive from us is so much more than just ‘a room’. We pride ourselves on the personal to… Show more
Reviewed: 4 October 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewLarge Spacious building and room in the old world style yet still with modern facilities. Jacqui was very helpful and friendly with lots of local advice and made sure we were happy and comfortable. Lovely gardens.
The continental breakfast was very good but we had been spoiled at previous B&B's with a cooked breakfast. A Minor disappointment in an otherwise excellent stay.
Thank you for your review Levin. Such a shame as my review score is generally a 10, sorry your expectation was not met, even though you did thank me For a delicious breakfast? however, in the description it does tell our guests that it is a super healthy continental breakfast. Sadly these reviews send me down the search list. Do take the time to read exactly what to expect at each property booked.
Thank you for your review Levin. Such a shame as my review score is generally a 10, sorry your expectation was not met, even though you did thank me For a delicious breakfast? however, in the description it does tell our guests that it is a… Show more
Reviewed: 3 October 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewLovely host
Thank you so much for taking the time to review. I note you very kindly scored 10 in every area and yet a 9 overall, I’d love to know how I could have made that a 10 too.
Reviewed: 3 October 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewJacqui was very welcoming and provided lots of useful information about Oamaru. A beautiful building with an interesting past. Easy walk to historical streets, and a doable scenic walk to the penguin colony and back. The breakfast was lovely and well presented. Thank you.
Not a big deal but no table to sit at in the bedroom. The bathroom was narrow and noisy when in use, but perhaps understandable given the age of the lovely old building.
Thank you for taking the time to review, it was a pleasure having you stay, wow, my lowest score in 4 years! 10 is my usual ! Do please let me know where I let myself down on cleanliness as I pride myself on impeccable cleanliness and you scored a 7.5? If you read the room description for Maple room when booking, it explains that the bathroom is small, giving you the choice to choose another, such as Elm with a table, chairs and larger bathroom. Maple has a dressing table. We look forward to hosting you again one sunny day. Kindly Jacqui
Thank you for taking the time to review, it was a pleasure having you stay, wow, my lowest score in 4 years! 10 is my usual ! Do please let me know where I let myself down on cleanliness as I pride myself on impeccable cleanliness and you s… Show more
Reviewed: 15 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewVery comfortable, clean with a very hospitable host
Historic house and nicely furnished
So good to see you both again. Safe onward travels and enjoy your family 🌸
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt’s old historical charm
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Thank you for taking the time to Review, great to Meet you both. So much to see in this funky wee town indeed 🌸
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe Vicarage is a perfect spot to stay in Oamaru. The room & bed was super comfortable and the common area is warm & inviting. The breakfast is perfect. Jacqui has fabulous ideas and ready to give you directions or places to spot little blue penguins on your way back from dinner (and absolute highlight!)
Thank you so Much for taking the time to review Emma, it was a pleasure having you stay with us. Haste Ye Back 🌸
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the location so close to downtown Oamaru. The room was neat and spacious. The decor of the house had huge attention to detail. Jackie’s knowledge of where to go and where to eat was excellent. A warm and cosy stay.
Thank you so much Miranda, it was great fun having you stay. The Magnolia room doesn’t that lovely afternoon sun doesn’t it. Funny how even though you give me 10s all round booking com give me an overall 9. A bug bare with accommodation providers. You are so kind 🌸
Thank you so much Miranda, it was great fun having you stay. The Magnolia room doesn’t that lovely afternoon sun doesn’t it. Funny how even though you give me 10s all round booking com give me an overall 9. A bug bare with accommodation pr… Show more
Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewExcellent host, amazing bed linen, and one of the most comfortable beds we have slept in. Jackie is awesome Will definitely be returning
Thank you so Much Trudy for taking the time to review. It was a pleasure having you both stay with us. Enjoy the rest of your travels Jacqui 🌸
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the character of the Vicerage, the location, the very comfortable bed, the delicious breakfast and the so, so lovely Jacqi
Unfortunately, being the middle of winter, the house was very cold even with the heating provided
Thank you Mary for you kindness to add a review. I have never been given an 8 but used to 10s so I am so sorry you found the house cold, on checking with you that you were warm enough you had replied yes so I was unaware you were cold. Deeply sorry. Had I known I could have made a difference. Kindly Jacqui 🌸
Thank you Mary for you kindness to add a review. I have never been given an 8 but used to 10s so I am so sorry you found the house cold, on checking with you that you were warm enough you had replied yes so I was unaware you were cold. Deep… Show more
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThank you Lisa, two months later 🌸 we do believe our location is perfect being only a 10 minutes stroll to the Victorian Precinct and most excellent value for Money.
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe Vicarage Boutique Bed and Breakfast Oamaru is an absolute GEM! We loved the house, it was a lovingly restored villa and very comfortable. The host made us feel very special and she was kind, considerate and was very helpful especially recommending places to go. Breakfast was a lovely quaint affair, and the croissants perfect! I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting somewhere special to stay in Oamaru!
Nothing, everything was great.
Chami thank you so very much. It was a pleasure meeting you, Oamaru is a very special wee place with so Much more to offer than many realise!
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation, price, breakfast, hostess, chocolate fish jar, off street parking.
Did not realise there were stairs, quite steep. Did not matter too much but with heavy suitcase or mobility issues could be a problem.
It was great to have you stay Paul and sorry you hadn’t noticed in the photos we have no lift. We have one room on the ground floor perfect for the hose with mobility issues. Hope You enjoyed the game and got your tickets sorted!
Reviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewVery personal and homely stay. Just like if you're visiting someone in your family.
Warm hospitality, breakfast, and friendly tips about tours.
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a sheer pleasure meeting you both. Safe onward travels back across the ditch!