Manapouri’s Grand View House holds the distinction of being the oldest accommodation of its kind in New Zealand, having been in the ownership of the same family for five generations over a period of 124 years. GRAND View House, on the shores of stunning Lake Manapouri, must have been a welcome sight for weary travellers in the late 19th and... More

Our stay at The Murrell Grandview House was unplanned but very positive. Robert was very welcoming and took extra time to go over the NZ map with us and make suggestions for our trip. We enjoyed learning about the history of the house and the area as well as the Murrell family. It is a very comfortable place with thoughtful... More

We arrived at Murrell's off the road, hoping for a comfortable respite during our campervan vacation. What a stroke of good luck! Our room was warm and cozy, the common space was historical and immaculate, and the view from the front porch was breathtakingly gorgeous. Robert offered expert advice and guidance, and on his recommendation we enjoyed a wonderful cruise... More

Robert and Phillipa combine the old world charm of the building with modern hospitality to give very pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. If you are looking for old world charm then this is the place for you. Roberts knowledge of the area is a great help in planning local visits. We would recommend for a relaxing stay

I booked this accommodation a year before travelling and I'm so glad I did. It's a step back in time with all the convenience of modern life. What a treat to sit out on the deck with a glass of wine and take in the views of Lake Manapouri in the evening sunshine. When darkness came the star gazing was... More

Stayed one night at Murrells and wished we had booked for longer. The accommodation itself was lovely, comfortable, warm and the hosts friendly. It was like stepping back in time. The attention to detail was incredible. The view from the lake view room was amazing. The picture from out of the window went straight onto Facebook! You cannot get any... More

Rob and Phillipa Murrell are the warm and authentic hosts of this historic guest house on the shores of Lake Manapouri. We stayed in a large lake front room adorned with period furniture and a very comfortable bed. It was midwinter, and Rob had the house his great grandfather built, toasty and warm for our arrival. The location was very... More

Stayed two glorious nights in this very special part of the world. Rob & Philippa were the perfect hosts - helped with all kinds of information - nothing was too much trouble - the house itself has real character and is very comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return again soon for the third time. Thanks Rob &... More

Authentic is a much-abused word in marketing, but this is as good as it gets in a 'real' New Zealand encounter: staying in a historic family-operated guest house, with fifth-generation hosts who are genuinely enthusiastic about what they offer: comfort, central but peaceful and beautiful location, (great for stargazing on clear nights), exceptional local knowledge and professional flair. A lovely... More