Fodor's Expert Review Villa Heights B&B

Retired farmers John and Rosemary will pour you a cup of tea and make you feel welcome when you arrive at their restored Victorian villa just 15 minutes from the city. The house sits in a lovely garden with great views of Mt. Taranaki, the serene countryside, and the sea. Inside you'll find three attractive guest rooms; an elegant, wood-paneled lounge with Sky TV and an open fire in winter; a dining room; plus a sunny conservatory. Such old-world charm also comes with mod cons like free Wi-Fi and a GPS to direct you to town. Note that a magnificent breakfast is included in the rate, and dinner can be arranged.