Gran’s Cottage

22/02/2024

This mornings pickings for tonight’s guests 🌾We are very dry here in the Maniototo, it’s definitely survival mode for my garden at the moment. This weekends guests have also requested a garden walk here at the homestead 🤎

12/01/2024

High summer at
Your slow stay up a country road awaits 🗝️

04/01/2024

Both groups of guests to the cottage this week have had connections to Gimmerburn in past generations. They have loved reconnecting to the area & we think that’s pretty cool too.

23/12/2023

🌲 🌲 Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas 🌲🌲
This weeks guests are settled in for a sunny Gimmerburn Christmas, we are hoping Santa brings rain 🕯️

21/11/2023

In time for Christmas, new gift cards are available for a stay package of your choice. Contact Sarah directly for more information 🌲 🌲

19/11/2023

Gran’s Cottage is headquarters this week as we put new carpet into the homestead 🌳 it’s lovely to spend time here 🌳

15/11/2023

View towards the south this evening

01/10/2023

The weekend of 1-3 December in nearby Ranfurly is going to be fab. An Art exhibition, gala night, heritage orchard opening, lighting of the new Christmas tree and much much more ! Why not come and stay with us and make a weekend of it!

29/09/2023

Winter isn’t finished with us yet ❄️

28/09/2023

Congratulations River-T Wines we couldn’t agree more!
Available for purchase while you stay at Grans

🎉🪙 2021 Pinot Noir - Gold Winner 🪙🎉
We are thrilled to announce that our 2021 Pinot Noir has received a prestigious Gold Medal at the Aotearoa Regional Wine Awards. Not only did it win best wine from the Waitaki region, but was also awarded an overall gold. This remarkable recognition sets our Pinot Noir apart in a field of highly esteemed competitors. Delicate aromas of wild strawberries and cherries, coupled with subtle earthy undertones, promise a layered and complex palate. Its balance of bright acidity and velvety tannins creates a truly exceptional tasting experience, with notes of cherry, raspberry, vanilla, and a hint of spice. This award-winning gem has been in hot demand. You can purchase it from our Cellar Door or conveniently online.

https://www.rivertestate.co.nz/shop/product/637729/pinot-noir-2021/