A most wonderful experience which made our 10 th wedding anniversary a very special occasion. We could not have asked for better service, genuine old fashioned hospitality at its best ! We felt as though we were away for longer than a weekend. Ideally located, rooms gorgeous, complimentary goodies, amazing breakfasts and the hosts themselves are delightful, entertaining and most... More

With magnificent accommodation and views there cannot be a better place to stay in Akaroa. The rooms are all very well appointed with individual character, whilst the "public" areas are very welcoming. We stayed in the boathouse, which offers extra privacy, and loved the views from the picture window. We also really enjoyed the early evening cheese and wine with... More

My partner and I aren't b & b people. We look for private, well positioned hotels; normally 5 star. The boathouse delivered this experience; being separate from the main house we felt we had our own private French bungalow and the view was spectacular. Bruce and Carol were able to make wonderful recommendations; where to eat; where to find ...... More

We finally took our honeymoon, 10 years later... I am so glad we did as we headed to Akaroa and to the most magnificent luxury B&B Maison de la Mar. Wonderful setting the most amazing views. The B&B was decorated with French Provencial feel. Evening drinks with our hosts Carl and Bruce. Breakfasts were amazing, nothing was to much. Attention... More

So lucky to say that this was our second time staying in Akaroa at Maison de la Mer. We stayed in the Boathouse and I will never be tired of that view from the big circular window. Carol and Bruce are some of the most amazing people my husband and I have ever met. They are such gracious and generous... More

We were gifted a night at La Maison de la Mer for our 40th Wedding Anniversary and loved the experience so much that we have booked again for October. Carol and Bruce were perfect hosts and greeted us so perfectly and nothing was too much trouble, and yet they were discreet. The invitation to come and join them for a... More

From the moment we arrived here it felt as comfortable as home..with none of the hard work.Carol and Bruce warmly welcomed us into their home and were more then willing to help out in any way.Every detail was perfection, from the flowers in every room, to the bedding as soft as the sheep that abounded thru out New Zealand, to... More

We just needed 24 hours break from it all and this is the most perfect place to get that luxury, pampering and R&R. Wonderful hosts beautiful scenery and perfect accommodation - breakfast was pure indulgence!! Next time it will definately stay longer.

What a pleasant surprise! This was our third week in South Island and we had plenty benchmarks to compare with. This place is truly special and can be treated as luxury in every aspects of this word. Both Bruce and Carol paid close attention to every small detail of rooms design including luxurious bedding, toiletaries (L'Occitane), small kitchen area (we... More