Looking for a retreat - a true New Zealand Farm Stay - in the midst of exotic scenery, and surrounded by uniquel wildlife, native birds, tame sheep, and entertaining humans: Accomodation is self-contained. Meals may be self-catered will be prepared for you on-site. The Farm Stay at Alphar Ranch offers you that peace and tranquility--and you can spa within nature. We have enough space comfortably to accommodate from one to twelve people with super kingsize bedding and sea views.
Prices: First night: $170 incl.GST for one person (Extra adult $80/night, Child (under 17) - $30/night), further nights: $140 for first person. Week bookings: $800/week. - please check availability! Click for press release: http://www.prlog.org/10429462-star-farm-is-farm-stay-exotic-accommodation-in-new-zealand-by-the-sea-hosted-by-aranya.html
Farm Stay, Homestay, and motel accommodation.
Unforgettable tours of NZ's wildlife capital.
Discover the secrets of Southern New Zealand on our custom tours--based out of Alphar Ranch.
The animals and native birds themselves are content, friendly, clean and gentle animals whose low-maintenance characteristics make them an ideal lifestyle choice for new or old hands at farming or managing a lifestyle block. The humans are writers, artists, and environmentalists and with them goes a strong community keen to enjoy expression around this richly-rewarding and graceful land.
We live on the outskirts of Dunedin in the South Island of New Zealand. looking down the beautiful Otago harbor, just 10 minutes from the city.
Back to Nature Tours has been successfully operating since 1991. Specialising in small group tours of Dunedin and the South Island our experienced guides will take you on a breathtaking journey.
Witness the graceful Royal Albatross soar above you, tread carefully around the rarest sea-lion in the world and view the rare Yellow Eyed Penguin emerge from the ocean at dusk on our original 'Discover the Peninsula Tour'.
Cruise ship passengers are invited to join others from their ship on our world famous 'Cruise Ship Excursion' (maximum 11 Persons) or create your own itinerary for your group with our new 'Customized Tour' option.
If you are planning on travelling around the South Island let us look after all your arrangements. Our knowledge and contacts throughout the South Island will provide you with a memorable kiwi experience at a competitive price. Check out our guided and self-drive itineraries with our 'Moods of the South' option.
"When we awoke the sauna was steaming as ususal. Breakfast consisted of shell fish, fish, farmers eggs, hashbrowns, tomatoes, beans, noodles and meats, a variety of exotic fruits—all harvested locally.
The “working” day starts with flights or 4WD ventures on hunting, fishing, heli-ski, wine-tasting or skydiving expeditions-or horse treks and tours of the local wildlife including penguins, albatross, and sea lions.
The evening begins with bikinis in the spa and drinks around the fire-pit before dining on some of the best international cuisine. Then the girls begin to sing or dance under the bright stars on this ever-so-exotic ranch.
The girls have a tendency to go to bed early so later the party adjourned to the woolshed for a jam session or a night cruise in Star Farm wagon. No one ventured to tour the city night clubs—only fifteen minutes from the rural Star Farm. There is no need to explore further, everything you could imagine has been supplied on the Alphar ranch-much more than a bed and breakfast on a ranch.
