AccommodationPerfect for solo adventures, couples, families and groups alike
2025 Winter Season Update:
We are open for the cooler months (May-August) at limited capacity. See our Accommodation section for more details.
2025 Winter Season Update:
We are open for the cooler months (May - August) at limited capacity. See our Accommodation section for more details.
2025 Winter Season Update:
We are open for the cooler months (May-August) at limited capacity. See our Accommodation section for more details.
Lauder School Bed & Breakfast
Nestled in the charming village of Lauder, in the heart of Central Otago, Lauder School Bed & Breakfast offers a unique and memorable stay in the historic Lauder Railway School. Lovingly restored and tastefully decorated, our accommodation features a well-equipped kitchen, outdoor BBQ area, and a cosy lounge with a fireplace — perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure. It offers a welcoming and comfortable retreat for travellers cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail or exploring the region.
We can host up to 20 guests across a variety of accommodation options, including rooms within the historic school building and inviting garden cabins. Whether you're a couple, solo traveller, or part of a group, you'll find a cosy and relaxed atmosphere perfect for your stay. Guests have access to our spacious Common Room and beautiful country gardens.
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Guest Reviews
We stayed with Karolina and Tom in the same week they took over the business. We can’t thank them enough for their fantastic hospitality and great facilities. The bed was so comfortable and they really put themselves out to make us welcome. ||Good luck with the new business!nded.
Coastal609 - Tripadvisor
Great stay here after a long day on the Otago Central Rail Trail. Tom and Karolina were excellent hosts, bed was very comfortable, common area (including self-catering facilities and BBQ) was wonderful. Highly recommended!
Lisa M- Google Review
Had a wonderful comfortable stay after a hard day's bike riding, very clean and tidy. Bruce and Esme were great hosts, showing us around and checking us in quickly as we were rather tired and then leaving us to rest. It was great to see the history of the place, highly recommended!
Jennifer W
Awesome hosts made our stay very enjoyable. Visited with a party of 9 on the rail trail and enjoyed the location. Fantastic rooms.
Gary M - Google Review
It was a delight to stay at the Lauder School B&B in the ukulele capital of New Zealand. The tour of the garden was inspirational and rejuvenating. We feel very lucky.
Nina & Richard - Breslau, Ontario, Canada
Our 3rd stay! Just perfect. Thanks for your hospitality
Sue & Murray and Xavier - Dunedin
Tom Schimanski & Karolina Kasparova
3312 Lauder-Omakau Road
RD 2, Omakau 9377
Central Otago, New Zealand
Email: askus@lauderschool.co.nz
Mobile: +64 220 412 613
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