We stayed at Arcadia Lodge for 3 nights and could have stayed for much longer. The house is amazing, full of light and warm colours and is furnished with arts and crafts furniture and quality items collected from travels. We stayed in Takurua which has an amazing view over the bay and we had a spacious private bathroom across the... More

A very pretty 19th Century extended cottage set in a lovely garden and overlooking the back bay of Russell, and located 8 minutes walk from the town centre. Lovely clean rooms, with character, and the kitchen and drawing room, with an outside balcony for breakfast, were beautifully light, clean and presented. Breakfast is prompt at 8.00 and cooked for you... More

We have just spent 3 nights in the Te Punga suite at the start of our NZ trip, and could not have felt more comfortable. A lovely room with sitting area and just the best bathroom, with large bath and walk in shower, not to mention the fantastic view from our balcony. There are kitchen facilities for guests as well... More

Dave and Brad run an fantastic B&B. Not only is the place incredibly well kept, but the breakfast is terrific. If your like me and you are to booked during their traditional schedule. Brad and Dave go out of their way to make sure you know where you are going how long it will take to get there and whether... More

A lovely location with good views and very comfortable accommodation. Our hosts David & Brad made us feel extremely welcome and served up delicious breakfasts each day, either indoors or out on the balcony.. They were knowledgeable about the area and seemed pleased to spend time recommending attractions to visit and places to eat. Arcadia Lodge is more accessible than... More

Brad and David who run the place make you feel like you are a long lost cousin rather than a paying lodger. Brad prepares breakfasts that are way beyond the usual cold cereal and fried eggs that you normally get. Each day it is something different. The lodge is filled with lovely period pieces and it is very close to... More

David and Brad were the perfect hosts. They made us very welcome and were very helpful. The breakfasts were excellent. Arcadia is a truly delightful place to stay and we would thoroughly recommend it. David and Brad have managed to create the perfect home to stay in. They have carefully thought out every detail which has given it a very... More

Great breakfasts in excellent surroundings with very strong attention to detail in a terrific location. The rooms are excellent with quality furnishings and great views. Very hospitable in a non-intrusive way. More

Think beautiful heritage boutique bed and breakfast combined with the hosts (David and Brad)seemingly natural ability to provide a very attentive service, extremely impressive local, national and International knowledge, stimulating conversation and education or to leave to your own devices.. ie. "precisley how you would like to be treated if it were you were a guest". Location Location Location. Just... More