Swan House

Swan House Welcome to Swan House, Martinborough! A 10-min walk from the square, our three unique units offer a "home away from home." All units have private ensuites.

Enjoy continental breakfast and complimentary bikes. Join us for a Wairarapa retreat! 🌿🏡🍷 Your Hosts:
Meet your hosts at Swan House, Venessa and Graeme Dodge. We've got a soft spot for Martinborough and all the goodness it brings and we were so excited when we officially made Swan House our home on May 23, 2023. Having spent three decades in our family nest in the Hutt Valley, Martinborough was ou

r go-to escape, and now, we're absolutely thrilled to share this cozy spot in a part of the country that we now call home! We take pride in offering accomodation that feels like "a home away from home" in a stunning, private, and peaceful garden setting. Expect a warm welcome and a stay filled with comfort, charm, and the unique magic of Martinborough! We understand the importance of delivering excellent customer service and will go out of our way to ensure you experience the very best of Kiwi hospitality! Being avid lovers of food and wine, we've joyfully explored the diverse offerings of restaurants, cafes, bars, and vineyards in Martinborough. We can suggest recommendations so you can experience the best that Martinborough has to offer! You will not get lost in the crowd at Swan House! We are a small boutique operation where we do know your name. About the Property:
Swan House is situated in Martinborough within the Wellington Region, conveniently located 66kms (28.6 miles) from Lower Hutt. Masterton sits 45kms (21.7 miles) away, and Greytown is a mere 20kms (9.9 miles) from our doorstep. If you're arriving by air, the closest airport is Wellington Airport, situated 89kms (34.2 miles) from Swan House. We are set on half-acre of beautiful gardens, offering a relaxing backdrop for your stay. There is a 36m2 sun deck terrace, exclusively for our guests to enjoy at the front of the property. Each unit looks out onto the front garden and you will wake up to the serenade of birdsong each morning. Just a gentle 10-minute stroll away will take you to the Martinborough Square, surrounded by neat spots like restaurants, cafes, bars, and quirky shops. We also offer complimentary bikes, allowing guests to effortlessly explore Martinborough's flat landscape and, of course, the nearby vineyards. During Your Stay:
- Free private parking available right on site at Swan House
- Private entrances and private bathrooms with a shower, accompanied by complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer.
- We offer two very spacious self contained suites (queen + single beds) and a smaller one queen bedroom.
- Provided flat-screen TV and Chromecast with Netflix
- Free WiFi.
- Certain rooms feature a cozy seating area, perfect for relaxation after a bustling day of exploration.
- Tea and coffee making facilities, including a coffee machine, and a kettle.
- Complimentary Continental breakfast. This includes cereal, peaches, yogurt, toast, spreads, milk and juice. Children:
As much as we adore little ones, Swan House has a no children policy. Our aim is to provide parents with a well-deserved break, creating an environment where you can truly relax. We look forward to hosting you next time you visit the Wairarapa. Venessa and Graeme Dodge.

A recent guest staying at Swan House spent the early hours of the morning chasing the perfect Milky Way photo 🌌After exp...
06/03/2026

A recent guest staying at Swan House spent the early hours of the morning chasing the perfect Milky Way photo 🌌

After exploring different spots, they realised the best view was right here at our place.

They kindly shared these incredible photos with us and we’re still blown away!

Moments like this remind us how special the night skies in South Wairarapa’s Dark Sky Reserve really are. ✨

Photo credit: Anthony and Elizabeth

Happy Valentines Day to you all!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
13/02/2026

Happy Valentines Day to you all!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

New Swan on guest deck.
02/01/2026

New Swan on guest deck.

Celebrating our 3rd Christmas here at Swan House, Merry Christmas everyone and thank you to everyone who stayed with us ...
24/12/2025

Celebrating our 3rd Christmas here at Swan House, Merry Christmas everyone and thank you to everyone who stayed with us this year 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Graeme and Venessa x

27/11/2025

Our little slice of paradise at Swan House Martinborough

13/11/2025
We love giving our guests a peaceful space to unwind! Thanks for the review Helen 😌😌
10/10/2025

We love giving our guests a peaceful space to unwind! Thanks for the review Helen 😌😌

Daffodils are in full bloom at Swanhouse  # martinborough
20/08/2025

Daffodils are in full bloom at Swanhouse # martinborough

New Pink Crown Lyn Swan sits on lounge window sill at Swan House Martinborough.
11/05/2025

New Pink Crown Lyn Swan sits on lounge window sill at Swan House Martinborough.

Address

87 Dublin Street

5711

Opening Hours

Monday 06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:00
Thursday 06:00 - 23:00
Friday 06:00 - 23:00
Saturday 06:00 - 23:00
Sunday 06:00 - 23:00

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