Janice & Ray made me feel right at home and were wonderful hosts. The room was lovely and comfortable. I walked to town to the market and enjoyed a nice bottle of wine and some cheese & crackers on the beautiful porch. Breakfast was excellent and filling. I left with a list that Janice & Ray gave me of things... more

Had been booked into a hostel around the corner but decided not to stay when I turned up! Found this B&B in Lonely Planet and gave it a shot. Turned out to be one of the best B&B's I've ever stayed in! Really homely. Breakfast is just BRILLIANT! more

We stayed a night with Janice and Ray. Our room was beautifully appointed and the location is really handy to town, where we dined after having cocktails with our hosts. Breakfast was sensational - Janice makes a real effort to ensure a healthy and fulfilling start to the day. Wonderful hosts. more

We had a lovely stay with Ray and Janice who were both very knowledgable about the local area and were fabulous hosts. I had never stayed in a B&B before, and while it was really nice, I think it was a bit pricey - we were lucky to get a special last minute deal on wotif.com, but if we'd had... more

We only had 2 nights in Nelson at the gorgeous California House Inn, and look forward to returning one day. Ray and Janice were delightful hosts, who catered to all our needs. Their recommendations for places to go, things to see and restaurants to sample were all spot on, and without their local knowledge to guide us, we would have... more

Reading the earlier reviews for this bed and breakfast property and looking at its website would lead one to expect a very different experience from our recent one. The setting is great, although the on-street parking may be a drawback for some. However the "hardware" of central location and tasteful decor alone will not ensure continued success, especially in a... more

The California House is a beautifully restored Nelson house very close to the city center but away from any noise. Janice and Ray were consumate hosts making bookings, suggesting outings and providing amazing breakfasts with home made everything! We stayed in the Gordon room - very spacious with its own private entrance. Very highly recommended and we can't wait to... more

My husband and I recently holidayed in Nelson and we were very lucky to have chosen such a friendly, welcoming and clean B&B. The breakfasts were amazing, guidance on where to go and what to see invaluable and of course such a fabulous central position (only 5-10 mins walk into town). Thank you Janice and Ray for such a wonderful... more

We only managed to stay 1 night at Janice and Ray's lovely B&B, and if we ever visit New Zealand again, we will rectify that mistake and stay for longer. Janice and Ray were very friendly, made us very welcome and gave us loads of information about things to do and see in Nelson as well as places to eat.... more