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About Otago, New Zealand

Some say that Dunedin is more Scottish than Scotland! Watch the “scarfies” as they scurry around the vibrant university campus and browse the bookshops in the central city Octagon.

Out on the Peninsular you will be captivated by the Royal Albatross colony. There are marvellous penguin watching opportunities too.

Inland, you could try cycling the Central Otago Rail Trail or take the stunning backcountry trip via Dansey’s Pass and Naseby. This is rugged pioneer gold mining country steeped in history with spectacular scenery to entrance you.

The elegant town of Oamaru features some of New Zealand’s best examples of 19th centurary architecture. Oamaru is also renowned for its penguin colonies and was the town in which the author Jant Frame grew up. Oamaru is almost certainly the town of "Waimaru" in her writings.

See the Moeraki Boulders and follow the Vanished World Fossil Trail.

Here is our selection of Oamaru B&B's

Gumtree Farmstay & The Shepherds Rest

Oamaru

6km from Oamaru

Gumtree Farmstay runs beef cattle and a small flock of sheep all year round, as well as rearing calves and orphaned lambs during the months of August to October.

We offer 2 types of accommodation.

ARDGOWAN ROOM is hosted accommodation within our house. The bedroom has a comfy king size bed (which can become 2 single beds) and separate bathroom and toilet which guests have exclusive access to during their stay. The ARDGOWAN ROOM can accommodate 2 adults and includes a continental breakfast and Farm Tour at 4pm.

THE SHEPHERD'S REST is a self-contained shepherd's hut and separate from our house. It has a queen bed, kitchenette, composting toilet and shower. There is NO WIFI. Unwind in the outdoor bathtub. Relax in the Cape Cod chairs, enjoy the views and star gaze at night. Feed our 4 quirky alpaca boys. There are board games to keep you entertained and fairy lights for some extra magic. THE SHEPHERDS REST is suitable for up to 2 adults.

Neither of our accommodation options are suitable for children and both have a maximum capacity of 2 people. SMOKING is PROHIBITED and NO PETS ALLOWED.

Our farm is a short drive to Oamaru which has many restaurants.
We are the perfect base for sightseeing in and around historic Oamaru. Highlights of Oamaru include blue and yellow-eyed penguins, the Victorian Precinct and its array of artists and craftspeople, Moeraki Boulders and Elephant Rocks.
We hope to meet you soon.