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The Jolly Poacher Retreat

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Spring Creek with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Seasonal outdoor pool
Property grounds
Living room
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The price is S$222
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan,2025

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Front of property

Hunting Cottage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Terrace/patio

Fishing Cottage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
28 Bothams Bend Road, Spring Creek, Spring Creek, 7273

What's nearby

  • St Clair Winery - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Seymour Square - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Pollard Park - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Jolly Poacher Retreat

Bed & breakfast next to a golf course
Consider a stay at The Jolly Poacher Retreat and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a firepit and a garden. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as fireplaces and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Library
  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • In-room dining only
  • Kitchen
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from November to April
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

The Jolly Poacher Retreat Spring Creek
The Jolly Poacher Retreat Bed & breakfast
The Jolly Poacher Retreat Bed & breakfast Spring Creek

Frequently asked questions

Does The Jolly Poacher Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Jolly Poacher Retreat?

As of 22 Dec,2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Jolly Poacher Retreat on 8 Jan,2025 start from S$222.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Jolly Poacher Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Jolly Poacher Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Jolly Poacher Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Jolly Poacher Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Jolly Poacher Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Jolly Poacher Retreat located?

Situated in Spring Creek, this golf bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Wairau River and within 6 miles (10 km) of St Clair Winery and ASB Theatre Marlborough. Marlborough Convention Centre and Millennium Art Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

The Jolly Poacher Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An oasis of tranquility - outstanding landscaping and hospitality. Great warmth and advice from hosts Dave and Helen. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Jolly Poacher is a true gem. The beautifully presented interior immediately impresses, creating a warm and cozy vibe that makes you feel right at home. If you love flyfishing, there is a treasure trove of memorabilia to keep you entertained. We stayed as a family for two nights and the highlight for my daughter was feeding the calf over the fence. The location is a dream—just a short drive to the local wineries and downtown Blenheim. The hosts were incredibly accommodating, going above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Highly recommend a visit to this delightful haven.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Serene and lovely place
Spectacular place! The hunting lodge unit was so comfortable, wonderfully decorated and well appointed! The hosts are very friendly and helpful, and delivery a lovely homemade breakfast in the morning. The wifi was awesome, my husband was thrilled! The setting is so beautiful, lovely gardens and a few sheep out the back windows. The area is set in the wine country and is super quiet and peaceful. I wish we had booked more days! Make your reservations, you will be SO glad you did!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These are lovely hosts, it was an honor to be with them. They have arranged this "retreat" to be just that. This is a fine experience, in a lovely land, with two incredible hosts, as much as I hate to give the secret away, if you are going there with you vehicle from the North, this is a Gem, really a great experience, I thank them both, we stayed going and coming back...... we were lucky!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex J

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts built two wonderful cottages about 5 years ago. They are spacious and very tastefully decorated. Bed is super comfortable. The grounds have lovely gardens. The hosts brought breakfast to our cottage in the morning which was great. The nearby town has great restaurants. The Retreat is a bit off the main road, but that makes the seclusion all the better. You will see sheep out the back window! If you want a first class experience in the heart of wine country, this is the place to be!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely hospitable hosts and immaculately presented, slightly quirkily themed accomodations. Great spot to stop or stay a while and handy to berry farms north of Blenheim.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was absolutely amazing; from the stunning cottage to the hospitality. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town, but very private. Breakfasts far better than advertised not continental but beautiful cooked fresh home grown produce and eggs. Owners great hosts and we were invited into their home three times to watch the Rugby world cup on the big screen (even at 4am) whist consuming hot muffins and coffee. Just superb. . Would always stay again. Cheers Mel.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helen and Dave are awesome hosts! Friendly and helpful. The unit is just perfect and located very close to the wineries road.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juerg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens surrounding the spacious cottage. Hosts are genuinely friendly, informative and helpful. Only stayed one night so didn’t get to enjoy the pool (or the pool table and bar), but will definitely come back if spending some nights in the region
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay. Dave and Helen were amazing hosts and made us feel very welcome. Our place was very clean, beautifully furnished with a hunting flare throughout. The beds were very comfortable. The surrounding gardens were nothing short of magnificent. Dave and Helen even let our 3 grandchildren swim in their pool. We highly recommend the Jolly Poacher Retreat. A&C Campion, Victoria , Australia

10/10 Excellent

R C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must stay
Loved our 2 nights staying at Fishing cottage. Perfect for a couple or family of 4. Brand new purpose built cottage with all the 5 star amenities. Comfy beds, fresh cooked eggs for breakfast. Absolutely beautifully decorated. A big thank you to hosts Dave & Helen who made our stay really special. Ruth
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roy, Austin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at this venue was fantastic! The cabins themselves were extremely charming - new construction with a great kitchenette, modern bathroom, comfortable beds. On the estate, there are sheep to watch and a common area for activities. Dave and Helen were such welcoming and helpful hosts! Their personal touches such as the freshly baked lemon loaf and recommendations to eat in town made the stay even enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shinichi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023