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Pinedale Lodge & Apartment

11 Alford Street, Methven 7730 New Zealand
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UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP Pinedale Lodge is Methven's largest holiday home and perfect for groups from 8 - 24 people, with 4 large family bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom and a tiered room rate for flexibility. Insulated and warm with 2 large living areas each with a fire place to relax around, pool table, long dining tables, high-definition freeview TV, video and DVD players. Large book and video libraries. If your group is 4 or less, then the Pinedale Apartment would suit you - a family friendly, fully self contained 2 bedroom space. Both holiday houses come with iPod docking stations, fully equipped kitchen with lots of storage space and a dishwasher. Plenty of off-street parking, a lockable shed for sports gear/bikes, WiFi access available for extra charge.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Ski In / Ski Out
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3.5 of 5 stars
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Amanda W wrote a review Dec 2023
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DO NOT BOOK THIS PROPERTY. Read the reviews below. Booked at least 6 months ahead. We were never given access code and owner is uncontactable. Yard is unsafe for children and full of rubbish. Had to find alternative accommodation for 15 people for three nights late in the afternoon - luckily not ski season.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Sue617 wrote a review Nov 2023
Christchurch, New Zealand56 contributions37 helpful votes
We were a group of 15 golf women staying for two nights at over $600 per night for our group. We knew we were in a shared bunk room situation. Pros: Great space with lots of parking. We had the place to ourselves. Walking distance to the town centre. Clean bed linen and towels, even if you had to make up the beds yourselves. Dishwasher and good oven and fridges. Good shower pressure. Cons: No toilet paper at all. Not enough glasses or cutlery for our group despite being able to sleep more than 15. Not vacuumed or clean. Outside was disgusting with rubbish, long grass, weeds, unusable BBQ’s and overflowing rubbish bins. We had some trouble with getting in one time and phoned the owner multiple times, with no reply. Only two showers and two toilets, one with a non functioning lock. No firewood ready. It looked nothing like the photos on the websites. Many complained about the mattress comfort. They were just foam ones. Dishwasher still with previous guest’s dishes in it. They were washed though. Some dodgy looking electrical appliances and fittings. The general consensus among our group was that it was unloved and the owners were just collecting the money and didn’t worry about anything else. With only a little expense and work, it could be good for groups like ours, but we won’t be coming back and I’d suggest you avoid it. There are other options in Methven.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Connector62303306584 wrote a review Sept 2023
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Don’t stay here. When we arrived, the place hadn’t been cleaned since the last people. Impossible to get hold of owners - eventually they returned my call (over two hours later). In meantime had to find alternate accom (Sat night in middle of ski season makes last minute accom diff to find and expensive). They agreed to refund the cost of the booking which I’d paid in full for. Still waiting on the refund … it’s been a week - despite numerous texts and phone calls….. never again.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Jess C wrote a review Jul 2023
Upper Hutt, New Zealand3 contributions
I booked a 2 bedroom apartment months ago and it has been fully paid for however I have needed to change the dates. For three days now I have not heard one word back from them to confirm the new dates requested through booking.com I have rung, text, emailed direct, and messaged through booking.com MULTIPLE times. I find this very unprofessional and certainly raises alarm bells. To others….I would be wary about booking this lodge.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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MTVL wrote a review Aug 2019
North Sydney, Australia6 contributions2 helpful votes
No sure how long it's under new management for as I didn't see anyone else have this issue in the previous reviews so could be due to new management or a once off event. We booked and got an email saying we could call them to be welcomed or let ourselves in (we were given a code to unlock the key box on the fence). When we got there the reception was closed so we went to the key box and unlocked it but it was empty!! We called but no answer. We ended up calling the booking provider who spent over an hour trying to contact them with all their numbers but they also could not get through to anyone. We ended up getting moved to a different lodge by the booking provider but it was a big waste of time and we were travelling with a 3 year old who was tired and hungry so it was a rough few hours until we got rebooked elsewhere. Worst part is they still (5 days later) have never called or emailed us back to explain therefore warning others to be careful as we could have booked it on our first night when we got there at 130am then it would have been much worse.
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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staceym0styn wrote a review Mar 2019
Gore, New Zealand33 contributions21 helpful votes
We stayed with 4 adults on a boating trip for a long wk end. The apartment was perfect for our needs. Had everything in kitchen provided. Lounge had plenty of games/ movies/ books, and a very comfy big couch, made me wish I could stay longer to use them all. Beds were clean and comfortable. Shower had excellent pressure and soaps provided were great! Would highly recommend and will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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j0hn0nh0liday wrote a review Jan 2018
Paris, France85 contributions62 helpful votes
We spent a comfortable two nights in the Pinedale apartment. Note that you are expected to clean the apartment before leaving or will be charged extra. There is a well equipped kitchen, clothes washing facilities and a clothes line in a shed behind the apartment. Beds are comfortable - a double in the bedroom and two singles in the lounge. The big sofa was a little deep and soft for my liking. The kitchen table is in a very small room at the entrance so not a lot of space for dining. This is compensated for by outdoor furniture on the small veranda behind the apartment - okay for summer but probably not for winter. Short walk into the centre of Methven with supermarket, bars and cafes. Helpful hosts just a phone call away; a lock box makes getting the key and dropping it off nice and easy.
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Date of stay: January 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from pinedalerocks, Owner at Pinedale Lodge & Apartment
Responded 14 Jan 2018
Thank you for staying with us and for your kind comments. I would like to just clarify that you only get charged for cleaning if it has been left in an unreasonable condition like any accommodation provider would. We hope yo see you again!
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Jing Z wrote a review Jul 2017
Perth, Australia2 contributions2 helpful votes
This was our first stay at a self contained apartment in NZ and it was where we experienced the least level of satisfaction and service. Firstly the apartment does not have an office onsite and we didn't realise receive any instruction as to how to access the apartment. When we tried to call the owner, get phone was diverted to voicemail. It was at least half an hour before we heard back. Other disappointments included, bike as mentioned on website was not in usable condition, only 3 towels given for 4 people, dining area is not usable due to lack of heating, had to get our own toilet rolls, not a scheduled stop for ski shuttle, refused access to games room in the lodge when we needed entertainment for the kids on one rainy day, All other self contained unit we stayed in after pinedale, included pick up and drop off from our coaches' stops and not once did we need to self supply any essential items. A couple of pluses are there is a washing machine and dishwasher in the apartment.
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Date of stay: July 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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HARRY V wrote a review Feb 2017
Sydney, Australia57 contributions16 helpful votes
Value for $$. Homey and the TV is sharp, showers hot, has a stove, beds great, spacious, internet works really well. Kitchen fully equipped. Has Washing machine too. Liked the homey touches and the furniture was comfortable.
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Date of stay: February 2017
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kellierenae73 wrote a review Nov 2016
Perth, Australia2 contributions
We had a fantastic stay in the apartment. We had troubles with the gas bottles and really appreciated the extra trips Clare made into Methven to sort out the issue for us. The apartment had everything we needed and it was great that the bus up to the ski fields stopped right outside the door. We actually stayed in September 2014. Clare took over Pinedale after we had already made the booking and the transition from the previous owner was seamless. Thanks Clare
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Date of stay: September 2016
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R 1,660 - R 1,679 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandCanterbury RegionMethven
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pinedale Lodge & Apartment
Which popular attractions are close to Pinedale Lodge & Apartment?
Nearby attractions include Black Diamond Safaris (0.1 km), New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Centre (0.4 km), and Methven motors (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Pinedale Lodge & Apartment?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a lounge, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Pinedale Lodge & Apartment?
Guests can enjoy a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Pinedale Lodge & Apartment?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Pinedale Lodge & Apartment?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ski Time Restaurant & Bar, The Green Parrot, and Craft @ Arabica.
Does Pinedale Lodge & Apartment have airport transportation?
Yes, Pinedale Lodge & Apartment offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Pinedale Lodge & Apartment located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Methven.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Pinedale Lodge & Apartment?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.