Mona Vale
4.5
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teddyoz
Redditch, UK52 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
What a disappointment! Apart from the lovely setting and excellent service the actual high tea was a real let down.
6 tiny, and I mean tiny savouries and 6 tiny sweets each and one small plunger of tea, no offer of a refill... the white bread ‘sandwich’ had been in the fridge and so the bread was rock hard and ‘wet’, the minute sweet scone was over baked and shattered on cutting so virtually impossible to spread the jam and cream , perhaps chef should have a look at what a high tea really should be like .. for the price it was not worth it .. a real shame.
6 tiny, and I mean tiny savouries and 6 tiny sweets each and one small plunger of tea, no offer of a refill... the white bread ‘sandwich’ had been in the fridge and so the bread was rock hard and ‘wet’, the minute sweet scone was over baked and shattered on cutting so virtually impossible to spread the jam and cream , perhaps chef should have a look at what a high tea really should be like .. for the price it was not worth it .. a real shame.
Written 4 February 2020
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Anne0705
Christchurch, New Zealand39 contributions
Feb 2020
We attend the Outdoor play Romeo and Juliet in the idyllic setting of Mona Vale. The gardens, particularly the Fern House are stunning.
These gardens are peaceful and beautifully maintained.
Make sure you get to the Rose garden, the fern house and the lily pond , behind the homestead.
These gardens are peaceful and beautifully maintained.
Make sure you get to the Rose garden, the fern house and the lily pond , behind the homestead.
Written 11 March 2020
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Maureen M
Christchurch, New Zealand4 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
Very disappointing visit to Mona Vale today. Booked for high tea to celebrate two family birthdays.waited over half an hour for drinks then over an hour for meals. Staff knew we were coming for High tea Most of food on plates would have be prepared well before we arrived and shouldn’t have taken this time to plate up. Five children with us hungry having to wait until after two to have lunch.Their high tea plates came with individual pots of tea ( children aged between five and twelve do not want a pot of tea each) We had to pay extra for soft drink for them. Staff lovely and friendly but service shocking Mona Vale so lovely but will be a long time before we return
Written 18 December 2021
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JayannMarlborough
Marlborough Region, New Zealand67 contributions
Sept 2020
Our enjoyable Sunday lunch far exceeded our expectations with food beautifully cooked & presented, servings were more than generous & "doggy bags" were required. The restaurant setting is lovely with attractive views over the gardens. Definitely recommend a visit
Written 3 November 2020
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Ginny Z
West Chester, PA427 contributions
Feb 2020
Mona Vale is a small treasure !ocated within walking distance to central Christchurch. After meandering through the botanical gardens we continued our walk through the golf course to Mona Vale (about 20 minutes). The lovely park that follows the river is like a miniature botanical garden complete with its own rose garden. The thing that surprised us is that all the gardens are free to the public.
Written 26 February 2020
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Sandy W
Vancouver, Canada1,773 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
After visiting the Christchurch Farmers Market on a beautiful Sunday morning, we walked over to Mona Vale Park. There were hardly any visitors in the park, albeit a very warm day of 31°C. The rose garden is beautiful. Take a walk along the river and see ducks. Sit on a bench and have lunch.
Written 20 January 2024
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GSL2
Christchurch, New Zealand39 contributions
Dec 2019
Mona Vale is an old, established garden running alongside the river. Lots of interesting plants and corners to explore including a rose garden and a water-lily pond. There were ducklings when we last visited and it was fascinating watching the mama duck herding her 7 little ones as they dived around the water lilies. You don't need to join a tour; nice to just wander at leisure. There is a restaurant there, but looked very formal, so we didn't get anything there. Would have been nice to have somewhere to get an icecream or a smoothie as it was a warm day.
Written 4 January 2020
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Sue H
Sydney, Aust3,807 contributions
Mar 2020
Stunning gardens and a property that has the Avon river as one of its borders. Mona Vale gardens exceeded expectations. The grounds are easy to walk around and has many pathways and garden sections. The rose garden and fernery were favourites. A gorgeous bridge over the river is lovely to sit beside to watch the birdlife. I can see why it is popular as a wedding reception location. We enjoyed a delicious Devonshire tea in the grounds of the homestead where the cafe/restaurant is. Lovely afternoon, would recomend a visit while in Christchurch.
Written 23 November 2020
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GoverNP
42 contributions
Feb 2020
This has to be one of the nicest spots in Christchurch. Very relaxing. However, despite the menu looking exquisite, the food isn't really that good. There's nothing bad about it, but you won't go back for the food!
Written 5 March 2020
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HahnTravels
Liverpool, Australia1,290 contributions
Dec 2022
Beautiful gardens along the river. We enjoyed the walk through the rose garden, lily pond and river areas. Ducks aplenty for interesting distractions. Homestead is beautiful, we enjoyed coffee and danishes, great coffee. Wasn't high on our agenda to visit but had some time - so glad we did. Highly recommended
Written 19 December 2022
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Hi, do you do High Tea each Saturday and how much is it please? Thanjs Clare
Written 26 September 2019
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