Maison de la Mer was the last stop on our trip around New Zealand and what a wonderful place it was to stay. The house is absolutely beautiful. It is in a wonderful location, with stunning views. Carol and Bruce were fantastic hosts and their suggestions of things to do and places to eat were spot on. The breakfasts were... More

We stumbled across this place because we had left organising our last weekend away before we have our baby till the last minute. There will be no stumbling in the future as we had a fantastic time at Maison de la Mer. Bruce and Carol were fantastic hosts and we will definitely be coming back and next time we will... More

A most wonderful experience which made our 10 th wedding anniversary a very special occasion. We could not have asked for better service, genuine old fashioned hospitality at its best ! We felt as though we were away for longer than a weekend. Ideally located, rooms gorgeous, complimentary goodies, amazing breakfasts and the hosts themselves are delightful, entertaining and most... More

With magnificent accommodation and views there cannot be a better place to stay in Akaroa. The rooms are all very well appointed with individual character, whilst the "public" areas are very welcoming. We stayed in the boathouse, which offers extra privacy, and loved the views from the picture window. We also really enjoyed the early evening cheese and wine with... More

My partner and I aren't b & b people. We look for private, well positioned hotels; normally 5 star. The boathouse delivered this experience; being separate from the main house we felt we had our own private French bungalow and the view was spectacular. Bruce and Carol were able to make wonderful recommendations; where to eat; where to find ...... More

We finally took our honeymoon, 10 years later... I am so glad we did as we headed to Akaroa and to the most magnificent luxury B&B Maison de la Mar. Wonderful setting the most amazing views. The B&B was decorated with French Provencial feel. Evening drinks with our hosts Carl and Bruce. Breakfasts were amazing, nothing was to much. Attention... More

So lucky to say that this was our second time staying in Akaroa at Maison de la Mer. We stayed in the Boathouse and I will never be tired of that view from the big circular window. Carol and Bruce are some of the most amazing people my husband and I have ever met. They are such gracious and generous... More

We were gifted a night at La Maison de la Mer for our 40th Wedding Anniversary and loved the experience so much that we have booked again for October. Carol and Bruce were perfect hosts and greeted us so perfectly and nothing was too much trouble, and yet they were discreet. The invitation to come and join them for a... More

From the moment we arrived here it felt as comfortable as home..with none of the hard work.Carol and Bruce warmly welcomed us into their home and were more then willing to help out in any way.Every detail was perfection, from the flowers in every room, to the bedding as soft as the sheep that abounded thru out New Zealand, to... More