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Ida Downs

Ida Downs B&B

Ida Downs is a luxury B&B just 3km off the State Highway 73 Inland Scenic Route at Glenroy.

It is situated on 40 acres with fantastic rural views of rolling foothills and Mt Hutt.

Owners, Mike and Karen Meares previously ran a high country sheep station on the shores of Lake Coleridge, where they also hosted travelers.

They also established a very successful business offering a 6-day self-drive 4x4 journey from Canterbury to Central Otago. They have since sold this business, but continue to host 4x4 trips through the Lake Coleridge high country for interested guests.

Guests can also enjoy heritage trails, garden tours, golf, skiing, farm tours, jet boating and a multitude of walks in the Coleridge Basin. All activities are within 40 minutes of Ida Downs.


Mike and Karen enjoy sharing their rich and interesting life in the area and helping to create wonderful experiences and unique memories for you to take home.

Location: 
680 Downs Road, Glenroy.
You need your own vehicle. All the roads are sealed. 

Distances from Ida Downs:
  • 6km to Hororata
  • 10km to Rakaia Gorge/Windwhistle
  • 24km to Darfield
  • 35km to Methven
  • 38km to Lake Coleridge Village
  • 45 minutes to Christchurch Airport

Facilities:
  • 4 ensuite queen bedrooms
  • Hair drier, wireless internet, laundry
  • House is very warm and cosy in winter
  • Cooked and/or continental breakfast
  • Dinner and picnic lunches available by prior arrangement
  • Hororata café, Mt Hutt Lodge and restaurants in Darfield and Methven are available for evening meals

Contact:
Mike & Karen Meares
Tel: +64 (0)3 3186959

Mob: +64 021 147 1824
Website: www.idadowns.co.nz
Inside Ida Downs B&B
Dining and lounge at Ida Downs
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Group dining outside at Ida Downs
Ida Downs bedroom
Ida Downs bedroom
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