The BEST small town in Canterbury is...
Read on to find out which towns had the honour of being named the best small towns in New Zealand in a recent Stuff article....
| “With the Southern Alps forming a backdrop to its well-tended English cottage-style gardens, Geraldine is just as pretty at some of the South Island's better known settlements, but attracts far fewer visitors. Its natural attributes have inspired lots of artists and craftspeople – you can check out their work in the galleries or at their studios. “This, and the extraordinary number of artisanal food and beverage producers who call the place home, make it a hipster paradise – you can get your culture, nature and locally-sourced foodie fix within a few picturesque blocks.” That’s right—Geraldine is officially the best small town in Canterbury! We certainly agree. Where else will you find such a diversity of cafes, shops, and scenic walks packed in a small space…without floods of tourists to compete with? And now is a fantastic time of year to visit, with international tourists numbers dropping off and our mild, sunny weather stretching well into autumn. If you decide to plan a Geraldine getaway in the coming months, here are a few ideas for day trips from Geraldine that make the most of the cooler weather. |
What our other guests have said
Geraldine Gem. Our stay at the newly opened Vicarage was a real treat.It is centrally located and beautifully restored with careful detail reflecting it's past use.Our room was very quiet, warm, spotlessly clean and had a super comfy bed and pillows...Outstanding accommodation that has a...
jandn62
The Vicarage In Geraldine is a hidden gem! The building was beautifully restored a few years ago and turned into a luxury accommodation. The Self Check in was easy and convenient. The room was very clean and beautifully presented. The tiles in the bathroom were stunning! The blue-green reminded...
Daniel
We have travelled the world extensively and have to say that the Vicarage is one of the top places we have stayed. Your attention to detail is impressive and you have done justice to the heritage of the building. Your restoration is outstanding. The people of Geraldine are friendly and...
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