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Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

4.5 star property

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Breakfast, lunch served; farm to table cuisine, golf course views
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
View from room
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
623 Coleridge Road, Windwhistle, 7572
  • Washpen Falls
  • Mount Hutt Skifield
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 113 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Villa, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 127 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 113 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • 127 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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About the area

Windwhistle

Located in Windwhistle, Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Rakaia Gorge and Rakaia Gorge Walkway. .This golf hotel is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Washpen Falls and 24 mi (38.7 km) from Mount Hutt Skifield.

What's nearby

  • Rakaia Gorge - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 23 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Mt Cheeseman Ski Area - 49 min drive - 70.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mt Hutt Ski Area - ‬44 min drive

About this property

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

Luxury hotel with a golf course and a fitness center
Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to patios. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Windwhistle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include minibars and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and LCD televisions. Rooms have private patios. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
While the golfer in the family is out on the course, try one of the other recreational amenities offered, such as a fitness center or bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite with farm to table cuisine at The Cafe, a family restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the golf course view, or dine alfresco. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Planning an event in Windwhistle? This hotel has 344 square feet (32 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Cafe - Overlooking the golf course, this family restaurant specializes in farm to table cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Cafe

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 344 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.0

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.50 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 35 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30.0 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Terrace Downs Darfield
Terrace Downs Resort Darfield
Terrace Downs Resort Windwhistle
Terrace Downs Resort
Terrace Downs Windwhistle
Terrace Downs
Terrace Downs Hotel Terrace Downs

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 125 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from the property were just stunning. We had dinner at the restaurant and it was amazing! Fire in room didn’t work but everything else was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area. Friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem

Wonderful stay in a beautiful environment with excellent attentive staff. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful retreat

Amazing place to stay, wee bit tired and cleaners could be more thorough but enjoyed my time there
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Clement

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, parking and the size was excellent. Needed more attention to cleanliness - some mild in shower; dust on bathroom heating system; hand cleanser and body wash very watery? Food was very good; reception and staff very nice Wine list had gaps - our first few picks were all unavailable (they said a wedding cleaned them out!) We were not here for golf but I would stay again and play golf next time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing suites, the restaurant was phenomenal. Probably one of the top places we stayed our entire trip in NZ
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful retreat - ideal getaway from the city

I was disappointed that the fog didn’t lift until the morning of my check-out time. Most of my two night stay there was low fog over the river & you couldn’t see the mountains at all. However the apartment was really spacious & comfortable, plus had everything you could need in the kitchen. The staff were lovely & although I didn’t have a meal at the Clubhouse, I ordered some takeaway snacks which were really delicious. I would go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy, Waikanae

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The outside of our villa needed maintenance. The gutters had vegetation growing out of them, the front door badly needed repainting, and the entrance was covered in birds’ droppings. Inside fine, but beginning to show its age.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xuya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place to stay, staffs are very friendly and helpful nice walkway to wander around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa freshly renovated, good food at the restaurant in the evening, quiet peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
While the setting is great, this place is well past its prime. We had a 3 bedroom villa (222) with stains on the carpet and furniture, an old and lumpy mattress, many stairs, and a TV that didn’t work. There were crumbs and dust, a dishwasher with old food particles, and a lint-filled dryer door. The maintenance at this facility is not close to being on par with 5-star resort. When I complained, they said that they realized that the villa needed work (it should not have been rented!) and provided a bill credit for 2 coffee’s, which we found to be an insult. On the plus side: the view was great and the evening meal was good (though breakfast was adequate). We will not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant. Beautiful surroundings. Close to Peak Hill hike that was stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, Te Awamutu

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tong

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The golf course is beautiful, especially the back nine hole.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top notch

Big comfy sofa to take in the fantastic view. Lovely comfortable appartment. You dont have to be a golfer to enjoy this resort.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDEEP

Excellent and quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024