Welcome to Lavender - Thomas Homestay

This wonderful historical homestay is a colonial treasure. Built on Napier hill in 1854, it has been fully restored and renovated to today's accommodation expectations.

The furnishings are stylish "olde worlde" with much attention to detail and visitor comfort. There are three spacious double & Queen rooms with well-appointed ensuite facilities.

For those guests who desire a little more privacy there is a delightful "boudoir suite", with separate entrance, in the old maids quarters at the rear of the house. Perfect for the romantically inclined.

The Victorian style lounge has large comfortable sofas and armchairs, elegant dining area, and a log fire for cooler evenings. French doors open onto a sunny verandah, where you are welcome to relax and unwind and perhaps enjoy an afternoon tea served with homemade cookies and muffins after a busy day exploring the delights of the Hawke's Bay region.

The home is beautifully situated within rambling gardens, with various tranquil seating areas including hammocks in the shade of the olive trees. The gardens are abundant with many fruit trees, and much bird-life.
A handsome Westie and gorgeous Scottie are in residence at the homestay as part of our family as is an unobtrusive cat.

Features include

• Complimentary champagne on arrival
• Well appointed ensuite facilities
• Bathrobes
• Luxury cotton bedding
• Tea and coffee making facilities in rooms

Location

Our beautiful homestay is situated in a quiet residential street within the exclusive Bluff Hill area of Napier, yet only a 3 minute walk down the pedestrian steps to Napier's Art Deco city centre with its many shops, cafes and restaurants.