The stories of the Vicars. A social history.
The Vicar’s Sitting Room in the Vicarage features caricature/sketches of the Vicar’s and a brief biography has been written on each vicar. Collectively, they provide fascinating insights into the challenges of Christian ministry in rural New Zealand over 159 years. Some are included below. The caricatures were drawn for us by Geraldine artist Stewart Gollan.
What our other guests have said
Stunningly restored The Vicarage has been lovingly restored to its former glory and retains touches of it's former life as a Vicarage with rooms named after former Vicars of the Parish and some caricature's of those residents in one of the sitting rooms.This is luxury in the heart of...
Liz F
Thank you very much for hosting us at the Vicarage in Geraldine. I cannot think of anything you need to improve. The stay and accommodation was perfect. We have lived in NZ for 5 years, and have done a fair bit of travelling during this time. As I mentioned to you Brigitte, this is by far the...
Daniel
Fantastic blend of heritage features and modern luxury decor This heritage building has been tastefully restored. It's full of the original heritage features of The old Vicarage, but the decor is contemporary with a heritage twist. The best word to describe this accommodation is luxury. The...
Kate, Aoraki Tourism