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The Green Gecko - Ashburton Accommodation - Guest Book!
Visitors comments listed on this page have been made by previous guests who have enjoyed their stay with us. Guest comments have been sourced from reviews at either Google, Holiday Homes, Holiday Houses or Bookabach websites. Plus any comments emailed to us.
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Kindest regards
John & Andrea
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- www.bookabach.co.nz - Green Gecko (Flat) / Green Gecko (Home)
- www.google.co.nz - review
Kindest regards
John & Andrea
*Stayed June 2017 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
"The house was very clean & tidy. It had everything that was needed plus more. The heat pump, fireplace and HRV were great on the cold days & nights."
Toni S. - Source: Bookabach
"The house was very clean & tidy. It had everything that was needed plus more. The heat pump, fireplace and HRV were great on the cold days & nights."
Toni S. - Source: Bookabach
*Stayed May 2017 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
"A lovely property - very spacious and immaculately clean. There were six adults and it never felt like we were on top of each other. The log burner was great (plenty of wood) and there was plenty of afternoon napping enjoyed! Would definitely stay again when back in the area."
Rachel S. - Source: Bookabach
"A lovely property - very spacious and immaculately clean. There were six adults and it never felt like we were on top of each other. The log burner was great (plenty of wood) and there was plenty of afternoon napping enjoyed! Would definitely stay again when back in the area."
Rachel S. - Source: Bookabach
*Stayed March 2017 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
"A very nice Bach with plenty of space. Conveniently placed near town."
Julie P.
Source: Bookabach
"A very nice Bach with plenty of space. Conveniently placed near town."
Julie P.
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed December 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
My family and I were particularly impressed with John's friendly and helpful manner. He made us feel completely at home in the comfortable and well-provided accomadation. Thanks very much John. Delightful setting and location quiet.""
Ruth B. - Oamaru
Source: Bookabach
My family and I were particularly impressed with John's friendly and helpful manner. He made us feel completely at home in the comfortable and well-provided accomadation. Thanks very much John. Delightful setting and location quiet.""
Ruth B. - Oamaru
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed November 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
John and Andrea were lovely to deal with. Easy to contact and very approachable.
Roy O.
Source: Bookabach
John and Andrea were lovely to deal with. Easy to contact and very approachable.
Roy O.
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed November 2016 - Accommodation - Green Gecko House, Ashburton.
House was great, everything was there. Loved the big back yard for our son to play around in! A very cosy family friendly home
Samara C., -
Source: Bookabach
House was great, everything was there. Loved the big back yard for our son to play around in! A very cosy family friendly home
Samara C., -
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed November 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
John was great to deal with, very friendly & helpful.
S. Ting - Singapore
Source: Bookabach
John was great to deal with, very friendly & helpful.
S. Ting - Singapore
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed November 2016 - Accommodation - Green Gecko House, Ashburton.
Lovely place on a quaint and quiet street. Very tidy. Beautifully furnished and within walking distance to amenities. Great location and friendly host. Would highly recommend this accommodation. Thank you, John and Andrea for your hospitality!
Jenn G. - Anchorage, Alaska, USA
Source: Google Review
Lovely place on a quaint and quiet street. Very tidy. Beautifully furnished and within walking distance to amenities. Great location and friendly host. Would highly recommend this accommodation. Thank you, John and Andrea for your hospitality!
Jenn G. - Anchorage, Alaska, USA
Source: Google Review
*Stayed October 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
A lovely place to stay - highly recommended to everyone. Meg's Place was a comfortable, spacious and warm house with a great location not far from the city centre. Definitely exceeded our expectations. Hosts were lovely and helpful, making us feel right at home in Ashburton - would certainly stay again!
Nika K. - Dunedin.
Source: Google Review
A lovely place to stay - highly recommended to everyone. Meg's Place was a comfortable, spacious and warm house with a great location not far from the city centre. Definitely exceeded our expectations. Hosts were lovely and helpful, making us feel right at home in Ashburton - would certainly stay again!
Nika K. - Dunedin.
Source: Google Review
*Stayed August 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place & Green Gecko, Ashburton.
We have stayed twice in Green Gecko accommodation - once in Megs Place and then at the Green Gecko House; and we will be back to stay again! Helpful hosts, clean and tidy, quality linen. Quiet location! and really a home away from home.
Elizabeth & Mark G. - Nelson
Source: Google Review
We have stayed twice in Green Gecko accommodation - once in Megs Place and then at the Green Gecko House; and we will be back to stay again! Helpful hosts, clean and tidy, quality linen. Quiet location! and really a home away from home.
Elizabeth & Mark G. - Nelson
Source: Google Review
*Stayed May 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
The house was clean and tidy, spacious and warm. john was really helpful. Highly recommended.
Jan B. - Dunedin
Source: Bookabach
The house was clean and tidy, spacious and warm. john was really helpful. Highly recommended.
Jan B. - Dunedin
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed April 2016 - Accommodation - The Green Gecko House, Ashburton.
This is a great place to stay, good location, very comfortable and very clean. Weather was good while we were there but I am sure it will be very cosy in winter.
Linda N. - Invercargil
Source: Bookabach
This is a great place to stay, good location, very comfortable and very clean. Weather was good while we were there but I am sure it will be very cosy in winter.
Linda N. - Invercargil
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed April 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place, Ashburton.
Very clean and tidy with the bonus of heaters and lights on for our night arrival which was much appreciated. Only issue was that our 6 guests could not all have a hot shower that night due to hot water availability.
Lucy Y. - Dunedin
Source: Bookabach
Very clean and tidy with the bonus of heaters and lights on for our night arrival which was much appreciated. Only issue was that our 6 guests could not all have a hot shower that night due to hot water availability.
Lucy Y. - Dunedin
Source: Bookabach
*Stayed March 2016 - Accommodation - Meg's Place & The Green Gecko Apartment
Would highly recommend the Green Gecko. It was an incredibly comfortable, warm and peaceful home with a great backyard to relax in. Wonderful landlords, who were very kind and considerate. Really enjoyed my stay there.
Rochelle F. - Dunedin
Source: Google Review
Would highly recommend the Green Gecko. It was an incredibly comfortable, warm and peaceful home with a great backyard to relax in. Wonderful landlords, who were very kind and considerate. Really enjoyed my stay there.
Rochelle F. - Dunedin
Source: Google Review
*Stayed March 2016 - Accommodaiton - The Green Gecko House, Ashburton.
The house is very clean, warm and had everything we needed. It is very well located for a break away in Ashburton. We will definitely be back. Thanks
Tracy R, Christchurch
Source: Holiday Houses
The house is very clean, warm and had everything we needed. It is very well located for a break away in Ashburton. We will definitely be back. Thanks
Tracy R, Christchurch
Source: Holiday Houses
*Stayed February 2016 - Megs Place
Really good location only a few minutes drive to the centre of town. Nice quiet street with mini market and takeaways a few minutes walk away. Comfortable, clean and tidy 3 bedroomed house with a good kitchen. The owners were very helpful and friendly.
Highly recommend this house and John and Andrea.
Dianna B, Motueka
Source: email
Really good location only a few minutes drive to the centre of town. Nice quiet street with mini market and takeaways a few minutes walk away. Comfortable, clean and tidy 3 bedroomed house with a good kitchen. The owners were very helpful and friendly.
Highly recommend this house and John and Andrea.
Dianna B, Motueka
Source: email
*Stayed August / November 2015 - The Green Gecko Apartment
Had the privilege of staying in the apartment for 3 months with my husband and baby. Was very clean, warm, cosy and comfortable. Was handy being close to shops and a short stroll to Ashburton CBD. A lovely place to stay, with a big backyard for children to run around on. Definitely recommend to anyone coming to Ashburton. Hosts John and Andrea and their sons exceed expectations in regards to providing kiwi hospitality and have great local arSource: Google Review
Glenda H. & Chris T. - Queensland, Australia.
Source: Google Review
Had the privilege of staying in the apartment for 3 months with my husband and baby. Was very clean, warm, cosy and comfortable. Was handy being close to shops and a short stroll to Ashburton CBD. A lovely place to stay, with a big backyard for children to run around on. Definitely recommend to anyone coming to Ashburton. Hosts John and Andrea and their sons exceed expectations in regards to providing kiwi hospitality and have great local arSource: Google Review
Glenda H. & Chris T. - Queensland, Australia.
Source: Google Review
*Stayed December 2014 - The Green Gecko House
Everything we needed, cosy but reasonably spacious for four adults. Lots of space outdoors for the kids. Fantastic location, quiet but handy to shops and within a good neighbourhood.
Janice M, Ashburton
Source: Google Review
Everything we needed, cosy but reasonably spacious for four adults. Lots of space outdoors for the kids. Fantastic location, quiet but handy to shops and within a good neighbourhood.
Janice M, Ashburton
Source: Google Review
*Stayed October 2014 - The Green Gecko House
The house location was great for us the little shops at the end of the road we great and handy also. I would recommend the Bedrock Stonegrill in the Allenton shopping centre we had a great meal there.
Angela J, Gore
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
The house location was great for us the little shops at the end of the road we great and handy also. I would recommend the Bedrock Stonegrill in the Allenton shopping centre we had a great meal there.
Angela J, Gore
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
*Stayed October 2014 - The Green Gecko Flat
What a wonderful place to stay,very clean, all mod cons, and close to shops etc. Off street parking, lovely large back yard, large deck with table and chairs.Great for relaxing and a glass of wine after playing bowls all day.
Highly recommend.
Jan P, Christchurch
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
What a wonderful place to stay,very clean, all mod cons, and close to shops etc. Off street parking, lovely large back yard, large deck with table and chairs.Great for relaxing and a glass of wine after playing bowls all day.
Highly recommend.
Jan P, Christchurch
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
*Stayed September 2014 - The Green Gecko House
We came down to Ashburton for the weekend, we had a lovely stay at The Green Gecko, it was a lovely and clean accommodation, the beds were made up for us, and we had the cleaning done for us. We really enjoyed the modern feel, and we also enjoyed having sky sport and also the children enjoyed the fact that their was internet. We would highly recommend the Green Gecko.
Gail P
Source: Google Review
We came down to Ashburton for the weekend, we had a lovely stay at The Green Gecko, it was a lovely and clean accommodation, the beds were made up for us, and we had the cleaning done for us. We really enjoyed the modern feel, and we also enjoyed having sky sport and also the children enjoyed the fact that their was internet. We would highly recommend the Green Gecko.
Gail P
Source: Google Review
*Stayed September 2014 - Meg's Place
Nice comfortable home with all Mod Cons. Log Burner kept us cosy and the HRV system ensured warmth throughout the whole house.
Would recommend to anyone seeking a holiday home in easy walking distance of shops and facilities.
Trevor & Kathryn S. Ashburton
Sourec: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
Nice comfortable home with all Mod Cons. Log Burner kept us cosy and the HRV system ensured warmth throughout the whole house.
Would recommend to anyone seeking a holiday home in easy walking distance of shops and facilities.
Trevor & Kathryn S. Ashburton
Sourec: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
*Stayed July 2014 - The Green Gecko House & Flat
The house and flat were ideal for what we wanted (a weekend anniversary break). And while the weather was awful, the house and flat were toastie warm once the heating was going. Well equipped flat and house, from the kitchens to the TVs and sound systems.
Mick W, Christchurch
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
The house and flat were ideal for what we wanted (a weekend anniversary break). And while the weather was awful, the house and flat were toastie warm once the heating was going. Well equipped flat and house, from the kitchens to the TVs and sound systems.
Mick W, Christchurch
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
*Stayed June/July 2014 - The Green Gecko House
John and Andreas The Green Gecko is situated in a quiet street in Allenton and it ticked all our boxes especially the Four Square, Bedrock Cafe and Macs Fish. As laptop enthusiasts we had four laptops with us so free wifi a bonus. Many thanks Graeme S, Christchurch.
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
John and Andreas The Green Gecko is situated in a quiet street in Allenton and it ticked all our boxes especially the Four Square, Bedrock Cafe and Macs Fish. As laptop enthusiasts we had four laptops with us so free wifi a bonus. Many thanks Graeme S, Christchurch.
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
*Stayed July 2014 - The Green Gecko Flat
My family and I would like to thank you folks for our stay at The Green Gecko. We had a comfortable stay at the property. - Jeetendra P., Hutt Valley.
Source: Direct email
My family and I would like to thank you folks for our stay at The Green Gecko. We had a comfortable stay at the property. - Jeetendra P., Hutt Valley.
Source: Direct email
*Stayed July 2014 - The Green Gecko House
We loved everything about our stay of four days at The Green Gecko. The standard was much appreciated. We were five friends who were appreciating the hidden gems of Ashburton and John was very helpful to us. So much so we are looking to coming again. We recommend the Macs Fish Shop at end of street too. - Graeme & Claire S., Christchurch
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
We loved everything about our stay of four days at The Green Gecko. The standard was much appreciated. We were five friends who were appreciating the hidden gems of Ashburton and John was very helpful to us. So much so we are looking to coming again. We recommend the Macs Fish Shop at end of street too. - Graeme & Claire S., Christchurch
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
* Stayed April 2014 - The Green Gecko House
Our family enjoyed a comfortable stay at the "Green Gecko". Well serviced and friendly owners willing to help make our stay enjoyable, thank you. - Kirstie H., Weedon.
Source: www.google.co.nz
Our family enjoyed a comfortable stay at the "Green Gecko". Well serviced and friendly owners willing to help make our stay enjoyable, thank you. - Kirstie H., Weedon.
Source: www.google.co.nz
* Stayed April 2014 - The Green Gecko House
We found this accomadation very good. Everything we needed was there and for 6 adults staying for 5 days the living area was great.
Our beds were lovely and warm and so comfortable. John and Andrea were excellant to deal with. I would recommend this stay.
Maureen and Wayne P, Alexandra
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
We found this accomadation very good. Everything we needed was there and for 6 adults staying for 5 days the living area was great.
Our beds were lovely and warm and so comfortable. John and Andrea were excellant to deal with. I would recommend this stay.
Maureen and Wayne P, Alexandra
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed January 2014 - The Green Gecko House
Lovely house in a great location with shops and restaurant a short walk away. John & his family were excellent hosts and very accommodating, and the house was clean and tidy with everything we needed for our weeks stay. - Carley F.
Source: www.google.co.nz
Lovely house in a great location with shops and restaurant a short walk away. John & his family were excellent hosts and very accommodating, and the house was clean and tidy with everything we needed for our weeks stay. - Carley F.
Source: www.google.co.nz
* Stayed January 2014 - The Green Gecko Flat
Great place to stay! We were in the flat. It is clean, cleverly renovated and John, the owner is very approachable which is wonderful. Highly recommend it. Lee B
Source: www.google.co.nz
Great place to stay! We were in the flat. It is clean, cleverly renovated and John, the owner is very approachable which is wonderful. Highly recommend it. Lee B
Source: www.google.co.nz
* Stayed December 2013
Nice tidy place and very quiet location. Would recommend. Jacqui L
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
Nice tidy place and very quiet location. Would recommend. Jacqui L
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
* Stayed November 2013 - The Green Gecko House
We needed somewhere to stay while my house was being repaired for earthquake damage. The Green Gecko was perfect. John and Andrea could not have been more helpful. Thank you! Andrea W.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
We needed somewhere to stay while my house was being repaired for earthquake damage. The Green Gecko was perfect. John and Andrea could not have been more helpful. Thank you! Andrea W.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed October 2013 - The Green Gecko Flat
Stayed here for nearly two weeks. Could have stayed a lot longer. Place was awesome! Jordan C, Hinckley, UK.
Source: www.facebook.com
Stayed here for nearly two weeks. Could have stayed a lot longer. Place was awesome! Jordan C, Hinckley, UK.
Source: www.facebook.com
* Stayed September 2013 - The Green Gecko House
We took our school girls football team to Ashburton for a week long tournament in 2013 and the Green Gecko served our purposes perfectly. We would highly recommend the Green Gecko for teams and holiday makers alike. Great facilities, great location and great hosts! Tim B
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
We took our school girls football team to Ashburton for a week long tournament in 2013 and the Green Gecko served our purposes perfectly. We would highly recommend the Green Gecko for teams and holiday makers alike. Great facilities, great location and great hosts! Tim B
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed July 2013 - The Green Gecko House
Had a wonderful stay at the Green Gecko. Great place that was able to accommodate my kids, their partners and the grandkids as plenty of room both inside and outside for all. What also made it great was the wonderful weather we managed to have in at the end of June. Warm, comfortable and homely. We would recommend the house to anyone who wants to relax in Ashburton - Patricia F.
Source: www.google.co.nz
Had a wonderful stay at the Green Gecko. Great place that was able to accommodate my kids, their partners and the grandkids as plenty of room both inside and outside for all. What also made it great was the wonderful weather we managed to have in at the end of June. Warm, comfortable and homely. We would recommend the house to anyone who wants to relax in Ashburton - Patricia F.
Source: www.google.co.nz
* Stayed March 2013 - The Green Gecko House
Great place to stay. Owners very very accommodating - re arranging beds to suit our needs. Checking that we were happy with the arrangements The sleep out for the teenagers is great complete with own ensuite. Very reasonably priced. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. We will certainly be coming back. Jerry & Katrina.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
Great place to stay. Owners very very accommodating - re arranging beds to suit our needs. Checking that we were happy with the arrangements The sleep out for the teenagers is great complete with own ensuite. Very reasonably priced. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. We will certainly be coming back. Jerry & Katrina.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed February 2013 - The Green Gecko House
We really enjoyed our stay at The Green Gecko and would definitely choose to stay there again if we come down as a group. The location was ideal -near the wee area of Allenton near family we were visiting. John was very welcoming and accommodating. the house had everything we needed: great kitchen and bathroom, spacious living room and comfortable beds - We would recommend it without hesitation! - Christine S.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
We really enjoyed our stay at The Green Gecko and would definitely choose to stay there again if we come down as a group. The location was ideal -near the wee area of Allenton near family we were visiting. John was very welcoming and accommodating. the house had everything we needed: great kitchen and bathroom, spacious living room and comfortable beds - We would recommend it without hesitation! - Christine S.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed February 2013 - The Green Gecko House
This is great place to stay very spacious and quiet and well presented. We will stay again.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
This is great place to stay very spacious and quiet and well presented. We will stay again.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed February 2013 - The Green Gecko House
Great place to stay - spacious and well appointed. Recently renovated with thought and care to ensure a comfortable stay. Located on a quiet street off a main street - which gets you into the central part of town easily. Good shopping centre at end of street. We loved our stay and would thoroughly recommend this property. - Christine L.
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
Great place to stay - spacious and well appointed. Recently renovated with thought and care to ensure a comfortable stay. Located on a quiet street off a main street - which gets you into the central part of town easily. Good shopping centre at end of street. We loved our stay and would thoroughly recommend this property. - Christine L.
Source: www.bookabach.co.nz
* Stayed January 2013 - The Green Gecko House
Fantastic hosts who were very accommodating ! Highly recommend staying at the Green Gecko. We lacked for nothing and had a great time while in Ashburton. Thank you.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
Fantastic hosts who were very accommodating ! Highly recommend staying at the Green Gecko. We lacked for nothing and had a great time while in Ashburton. Thank you.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed January 2013 - The Green Gecko House
Great stay, Andrea and John really went the extra mile for us! We really appreciated it. Great house to stay in, lovely and clean. Will be back if we need a place a again! Annie J.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
Great stay, Andrea and John really went the extra mile for us! We really appreciated it. Great house to stay in, lovely and clean. Will be back if we need a place a again! Annie J.
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed Jannuary 2013 - The Green Gecko House
“Owned by a very pleasant couple who went out of their way to make sure our stay was a good one. Once renovations are complete it will be well worth the price they’re currently charging. Quiet neighbourhood, very close to shops, close to pool, Domain, and town. Thanks for having us.” - Lyn
Source: www.holidayhomes.co.nz
“Owned by a very pleasant couple who went out of their way to make sure our stay was a good one. Once renovations are complete it will be well worth the price they’re currently charging. Quiet neighbourhood, very close to shops, close to pool, Domain, and town. Thanks for having us.” - Lyn
Source: www.holidayhomes.co.nz
* Stayed November 2012 - The Green Gecko House
Well appointed house in quiet neighbourhood. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. John and Andrea are very hospitable hosts. John G
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
Well appointed house in quiet neighbourhood. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. John and Andrea are very hospitable hosts. John G
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
* Stayed October 2012 - The Green Gecko House
A lovely and enjoyable homely environment. Really appreciated the warm hospitality shown by the owners when we arrived and left.
We have no hesitation recommending this holiday home in Ashburton to others. Warms regards Terry
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
A lovely and enjoyable homely environment. Really appreciated the warm hospitality shown by the owners when we arrived and left.
We have no hesitation recommending this holiday home in Ashburton to others. Warms regards Terry
Source: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
The Green Gecko - Ashburton Accommodation - Canterbury, New Zealand