We received a night at this lovely property as a gift and after arranging overnight babysitting we escaped for a night that we will try hard to find the time to experience again. The house and room was lovely, the extra touches like chocolates and bathroom treats very special and the bed was so comfy and luxurious. Chris and Mark... More

I treated my wife and I to a night away for our anniversary at Stafford Villa and it was just the tonic. Room and house were beautiful. Chris and Mark were delightful hosts. Afternoon tea delicious. Breakfast was amazing. A must stay for anyone visiting Auckland or for Aucklanders looking for a night away on the North Shore. More

We were looking for somewhere really special to stay on the night of our wedding and found Stafford Villa . Having visited to see what it was like -( just beautiful!!) we had to book the wedding package .This meant the bridal party getting ready in gorgeous surroundings and a great location for photos, not forgetting Chris and Mark's awesome... More

This was our second two night stay at Stafford Villa. After a 27 hour flight ex Heathrow this was our special treat - Stafford Villa's Bed & Banquet in Birkenhead to start a five week North Island tour. Why stay in a plastic palace in central Auckland when a short ferry or taxi ride to the North Shore offers so... More

My husband and I recently spent a night at Stafford Villa, Auckland. On arrival we were shown to an elegant double room with a luxury bathroom. We served a sumptuous afternoon tea and later a picnic hamper and champagne, which, as it was raining, was served in an airy conservatory. Our hosts, Christina and Mark, welcomed us into their home... More

We recently stayed in the gorgeous China Blue room with its sumptuous decor and gorgeous pampering products.The High Tea on arrival and breakfast in the morning were just divine and Chris and Mark are just lovely hosts, they made us feel so welcome and Chris has been nothing but helpful from the moment we first made our booking. We look... More

I recently arranged to have high tea at Stafford Villa for my friend's hen's party. We had a group of 16 and it was exactly what I'd hoped it would be: a sophisticated affair with delicious finger food, (especially the lemon tarts), charming hosts in a beautiful setting. We loved the Asian-inspired decor and giant chess board. Most importantly the... More

During the recent Heritage Festival in Auckland we had high tea at Stafford Villa and never imagined the place would be so beautiful and the food would be so lavish. It was a warm sunny afternoon and our table was in the sun filled lounge. There were several tables there so we met interesting people as well. When we arrived... More

We stayed in the China Blue room and had a wonderful stay. The room is exquisite and very comfortable. Chris and Mark are fantastic hosts and made us feel part of their family. Want to do the boat trip next time - sounds amazing. More