My wife & I have recently returned from a self planned world trip.
We stayed in ALL types of accommodation from 5 star resorts to
BB's in 80 nights in & 8 countries. Without a shadow of a doubt the best welcome and the best of everything was had in Stonehaven
Homestay. I am surprised that anyone can get a reservation at any time because there are only 3 beautifully appointed suites. It really is a place that every discerning traveller should visit. We met some very interesting fellow guests at their fabulous breakfast. Anyone seriously thinking of getting involved in this type of business must visit this place and found out " how it should be done ". To John & Paulette my sincere thanks for two outstanding nights.
We live in Bermuda where it is stated " bermudians are the friendliest people " Stonehaven is as friendly as any Bermuda welcome!

We stayed with John and Paulette for two nights in February and would like to reassure anyone researching accommodation in Blenheim that they will not be disappointed if they chose Stonehaven. I knew by the letters and advice I received from Paulette before our stay that we were going to love it and we were not disappointed. We agree with all of the wonderful things that have been said about John and Paulette, the warm reception, the conversation, the beautiful rooms and the fantastic breakfasts. Paulette even sent us on our hike on the Queen Charlotte Track with some of her home baked muffins. We left Blenheim knowing that we had made some new friends and we hope that some day we will have the opportunity to stay with them again.

From Pat and Roy Terry, Bishops Waltham Hampshire.

We stayed at Stonehaven on February 22nd/23rd 2008 and
we had a great welcome from Paulette and John and were delighted with the accommodation set in the midst of Blenheim Vineyards.

Our room was extremely comfortable with wonderfull views across the Vineyard.

Breakfast was sumptious with a wide choice of dishes from continental to hearty cooked meals set in a wonderfull breakfast room overlooking the pool.

The initial welcome was matched by the caring and warm hospitality we enjoyed during our stay.

In the 7 weeks we were travelling this was our favourite.

Paulette and John are wonderfull hosts and our 2 nights went by
far too quickly.

In a word , Historic!

As soon as we arrived at Stonehaven and received a very warm welcome from John and Paulette we knew we had found a little gem. We were invited to make full use of their beautiful home of which included a secluded swimming pool surrounded by wonderful gardens. The accommodation was first class with very comfortable beds and beautiful bedding. Paulette's breakfast were the best all cooked to order, and how we miss her freshly made muffins every morning. Dinner was wonderful, again cooked by the amazing Paulette and John provided the wine from his excellant cellar, it was a real treat after being out for the day. Stonehaven is ideally situated amongst the vineyards and is perfectly located for excursions to the Marlborough sounds, Nelson, Havelock, whale watching at Kaikora and of course winetasting. So don't stay for one night, we stayed for seven and would have loved to have stayed longer - we will return! B & P