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Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

4.5 star property
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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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623 Coleridge Road, Windwhistle, 7572
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Washpen Falls
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Mount Hutt Skifield
    ‪48 min drive‬
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Premium bedding, minibar, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 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

  • 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

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

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Superior Villa, 1 Bedroom

  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 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 this property

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

Luxury hotel with golf course and fitness centre
A golf course, a restaurant and a fitness centre are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to patios. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4.5-star hotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 centre.

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

During your stay at Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery, you'll be within walking distance of Rakaia Gorge. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy farm to table cuisine at The Cafe, a family restaurant with golf course views
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a golf course, a gym and helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • 6 minutes by car from Rakaia Gorge and 8 minutes from Rakaia Gorge Walkway
Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery offers its guests a golf course and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 344 square feet (32 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Windwhistle hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
The Cafe – Overlooking the golf course, this family restaurant specialises in farm to table cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco 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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.0

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.50 per cent 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from 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 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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. 93 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 115 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

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
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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

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with great views, friendly staff and a very relaxed feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hadley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a treat to stay and enjoy the fine dinning and friendly hospitality. Well located for Mt Hutt ski field and picturesque golf course.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024