Experience our beautiful garden setting in Ettrick. Homemade cakes, gourmet pies, and a family-friendly atmosphere with a bird aviary and play area. The perfect relaxing escape.

Your new local in Tapanui. Modern vibes, great coffee, and delicious brunch options. A perfect spot to meet friends or grab a quick bite in town.

Stay in our brand new chalets in Ettrick. Located right next to Benger Garden Cafe, offering a comfortable and quiet retreat. Perfect for exploring the region.
If you’re looking for pet-friendly, modern accommodation with a cafe making homemade delicious goodies right next door, then Benger Garden Cafe and Chalets is the place for you.
Each chalet is fully self-contained with its own private bathroom.
Are you on the bike trail looking for a great place to stay? We’ll come and pick you up and drop you off.
Winner of the Qualmark 4 star Bronze award.
Beautiful big outdoor seating area with bird aviary and stunning gardens.
Homemade cakes and gourmet pies. Dogs are most welcome.
Safe play area for kids and great atmosphere.

Winner of the Qualmark 4 star Bronze award.
Fully self-contained brand new accommodation located in Ettrick, Central Otago.
The Clutha Gold Trail and Roxburgh Trail are right on our doorstep. We offer pickup and drop off.
Explore the delights of the Teviot Valley fruit bowl with roadside orchards and fruit stands.
You’ll find plenty of greats walks and if hunting is your thing Mt Benger is the place to go.
Our TripAdvisor Reviews
Here’s what some of our customers are saying about our cafe and chalets.
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Truly one of the nicest places I’ve ever stayed. It’s quiet, secluded (even though it’s next to the road) and feels incredibly romantic.
The owners could not have done more… read more to make me to feel truly welcome.
I’m definitely planning on coming back!
G1714WPjaniceb
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Fantastic stay – Loved our stay! Such warm friendly staff and cute beautifully appointed little chalet! Very comfortable and food was fantastic! We had dinner and breakfast, best big breakfast ever!
Juliette
23/03/2025
My husband and I have been all over the world and can say that Benger View was one of our best Excellent experiences for food and accommodation.
Lovely, friendly staff,great… read more food, beautiful gardens and absolutely excellent accommodation for atmosphere and comfort.
We very highly recommend.
PEEWEELINKLATER
09/03/2025
Excellent Food and Accommodation – My husband and I have been all over the world and can say that Benger View was one of our best Excellent experiences for food and accommodation. Lovely, friendly staff,great… read more food, beautiful gardens and absolutely excellent accommodation for atmosphere and comfort. We very highly recommend.
Nan
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Chalet perfection! Don’t miss it – We stayed one night whilst riding the Clutha Gold trail. Easy transfers from/to Millers Flat where we could leave the bikes. The chalets are amazing, beautifully furnished with everything you… read more need and gorgeous gardens. The outside bath tub was wonderful and a great way to relax after cycling. Delicious breakfast to set us up for the next day. Don’t miss it. Lee and John are great hosts. Thanks for the lovely stay! Alex & Sarah
SDOzzieGirl
21/11/2024
What a wonderful place to stumble upon – We just stumbled upon this lovely place when we needed to stop for a coffee on our way North to Dunedin. What a lovely place. We didn’t get to sit… read more outside in the cute outdoor area as we were there early in the morning, but it looked lovely with grape vines full of baby grapes hanging over the tables in the covered area. The coffee was lovely and just what the doctor ordered. We had two banana and chocolate chip muffins which were still warm from the oven. Delicious 😋
Carole B
03/11/2024
Very welcoming staff, beautiful accommodation. We had a lovely stay, exploring the Clutha Gold trail, their evening meals were fantastic. The chalets are very lovely decorated extremely warm Lee &… read more John are superb hosts we would definitely stop off the again.
Vaughn H
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Clutha Gold trail – Very welcoming staff, beautiful accommodation. We had a lovely stay, exploring the Clutha Gold trail, their evening meals were fantastic. The chalets are very lovely decorated extremely warm Lee &… read more John are superb hosts we would definitely stop off the again.
Vaughn
12/09/2024
An out of the box experience! – This was an out of the box experience. Perfectly curated. Comfortable bed. Warm, cosy, plenty of space. Kitchen has a fridge, toaster, kettle and microwave with plenty of cutlery and… read more crockery but there are plenty of places to eat nearby if you drive to Millers Flat a few kilometres down the road. Linen bedding which is always a treat. Lee was an excellent host. The cafe next door had a great and hearty breakfast. If you are driving through I would highly recommend staying here. It was truly a pleasure.
GrandTour32340245154
27/05/2024
An out of the box experience! – This was an out of the box experience. Perfectly curated. Comfortable bed. Warm, cosy, plenty of space. Kitchen has a fridge, toaster, kettle and microwave with plenty of cutlery and… read more crockery but there are plenty of places to eat nearby if you drive to Millers Flat a few kilometres down the road. Linen bedding which is always a treat. Lee was an excellent host. The cafe next door had a great and hearty breakfast. If you are driving through I would highly recommend staying here. It was truly a pleasure.
Ron
26/05/2024
Our Latest Reviews from Google
Here’s what some of our customers are saying about our cafe and chalets on Google.
Posted on Holger SchubertTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sehr freundliche Bedienung. Sehr hübsche Terrasse mit tollen Blumen.Posted on Reinier ClaasenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I want to start off with saying thanks for the great service! The staff is really friendly without being over the top The food is absolutely great. I had burgers for dinner and I can say without any doubt they make some of the best burgers in NZ, if not the best. The accommodation is clean and well designed with ample room. Comfortable bedding. In general, a very good experience! Well done!Posted on emma mundyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful, warm, comfortable chalets with all amenities necessary. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, best nights sleep for a while. Easy to locate, great cafe with gardens beside also offer evening meals by prior booking and breakfast included! Don't miss this stunning stopPosted on S CTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an excellent one night stay here (NYE) and couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend it. Hosts/owners John and Lee were amazing, so friendly and welcoming, to both us and the other guests (and their dogs!) who joined in for a spontaneous and fun evening. Felt very lucky to have met everyone and shared the occasion – thank you! The accommodation itself was excellent – beautifully appointed chalets with everything we needed, plus they are dog friendly and accessible. We stayed as part of a self-guided cycle tour so felt extremely lucky the tour company had chosen this place for us. Cannot recommend highly enough and would hope to visit again if we are back in the area.. Thank you John and Lee!Posted on KTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the best 3 nights here over new years. The owners, John and Lee, and all of the staff, were so lovely and made our stay such a great one. We spent new years eve having dinner with John, Lee and the other guests and it was just perfect. Such a great bonus that you can have dogs in the chalets - our dogs loved it! Couldn't have asked for a better way to bring in 2026. Thank you so much for your hospitality. If we're ever back down this way we will 1000% be back.Posted on Shree IyerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service and even better food and drinks. Two wonderful ladies were running the cafe and were very sweet in making adjustments to the order and the prices were very reasonable. Very convenient to park and the garden atmosphere offers tranquilityPosted on Lisa AndersonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great stay here while cycling the Clutha Gold trail - it’s only a short detour off the cycleway and well worth it. We had the option of being picked up by the owners at Millers Flat but we found it easy enough to cycle - there was plenty of room on the road to feel safe. The chalets are fantastic - really comfortable with top quality bed and linens. Lovely gardens, and we ordered food off the cafe menu which was delivered to the chalet at 6pm(with a bottle of wine😊) There was a fruit and vege stall across the road where we bought freshly picked strawberries but they had a selection of larder basics too - a great place to stopPosted on Carol HuismanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome place to stay. Very clean & tidy with everything you need. Lovely staff & a very tasty breakfast 😋Posted on Jo BlairTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. True Southern hospitality! I managed to muck up my booking (yes… booked a whole year ahead — oops!). We cycled from Clyde so we’re very tired. The staff and owners couldn’t have been kinder or more accommodating. They cancelled my mistake and rebooked me without any fees — a rare miracle when booking.com is involved. Breakfast was included and absolutely delicious. The gardens are beautiful, the beds are wonderfully comfortable, and the accommodation is clean and modern. Highly recommend — but honestly, just go for the genuinely lovely people!
Our Booking.com Reviews
Here’s what some of our customers are saying about our chalet accommodation in Ettrick.
EXCELLENT Based on 121 reviews Posted on TheresaVerified ExcepcionalPosted on DelwynVerified Excepcional ☺ Everything! What a wonderful room. So clean, modern and quirky. ☹ Nothing, we loved itPosted on MartinVerified Excepcional ☺ Die Betten waren groß und sehr bequem. Sehr schön gelegen im Teviot Valley. Das Frühstück ist sehr lecker und liebevoll angerichtet. ☹ -Posted on LynneVerified Excellent, very enjoyable. Thank you ☺ Location excellent. Breakfast was generally good however Toast option was very poor. White bread not good relative to everything else. ☹ On/off switch on bathroom mirror in ensuite way too bright. Need to dim in right downPosted on CarlaVerified The place to stay in Ettrick! ☺ The Chalets were both fantastic, we felt like we were in a unique 5* hotel with lots of character. They were spotlessly clean and the decor was beautiful with really high end fixtures and fittings. The beds and pillows were super comfy and the wet room bathroom was the first one I have ever been in that actually works properly and doesn’t flood the whole room!!! We all loved our stay and can’t wait to return. The cafe staff and hosts were exceptional, the food just amazing, and we couldn’t have asked for a more welcoming place to stay. Lovely garden to relax in too. Thank you ☹ Nothing, oh…maybe a garden solar light on the path from one chalet to the other!!!Posted on JulieVerified Excepcional ☺ These Chalets are such a gem ,we have travelled all over NZ and this is by far one of the best places we have ever stayed ,the accommodation was superb, right down to the linen sheets and the beautiful garden setting,we were also lucky enough to meet the owners Lee who brought us our beautifully prepared dinner and John who bought us our fantastic breakfast, our dog Ted loved it because he got lots of pats ,we couldn't recommend them enough ,we just wish we had stayed longer ☹ Having to leave ,loved our stay herePosted on NeekaVerified Excepcional ☺ Comfortable luxurious accommodation in beautiful surroundings. Attention to detail in all furnishings in the chalet. Breakfast included was excellent.Posted on RosemaryVerified Exceptional accomodation ☺ Beautiful private chalet, super comfortable bed. Lee & John are great hosts, friendly & welcoming & the breakfasts & evening meals are fantastic. ☹ NothingPosted on PeterVerified ExcepcionalPosted on Zak9814bluffVerified Not what we expected ☺ Great host and breakfast was sooo good made up for a few things but not enough unfortunately ☹ No wine/champagne as in booking ,no milk no coffee,jug was unusable due to calcium stuck inside making water go milky when boiled,not cleaned in unit ,cobwebs,bbq was totally disgusting we wanted to use it so took 45 minutes to clean, had bird dropping all over it and was covered? Not swept so we did it ourselves made a difference,windows not clean could see dust and finger prints all over them,no coffee maker?
Our Latest Reviews from Airbnb
Here’s what some of our customers are saying about our cafe and chalets on Airbnb.
Posted on Nick2. March, 2026. Stunning chalet to stay at and enjoy the beautiful gardens and lovely food at the cafe. John and Lee made us feelextremely welcome and it was clear they are both proud of the beautiful space they have created and the gorgeous gardens! We will definitely be back and stay 2 nights next time so we can explore more!Posted on Suna30. December, 2025. We stayed at this wonderful chalet on our honeymoon, and it was an absolutely amazing experience with super friendly hosts. The breakfast in the morning was a huge plus, and the place was incredibly clean throughout.We ended up in the accessible room without knowing beforehand, but it was perfectly equipped for anyone who needs those features.The hosts left drinks and snacks in the room as a sweet honeymoon welcome, adding such a personal and caring touch.With two chalets on the property, it wasn't clear which one was ours, no message or app details specified it. Informing guests upfront would make arrival even smoother.Posted on Flora1. December, 2025. We stayed one night at the chalet and it was absolutely perfect. The place was spotless, felt super cozy and offered everything we needed for our stay. I chose this place to propose to my fiancée and was aided not only by Leandro who organized flowers for us but also by a lovely hot bath in the outdoor tub. Breakfast at the cafe was lovely not only because the food was good but because you can feel that this is a place where the local community comes together. Both Leandro and his husband John came for a chat and to congratulate us on our engagement and even gifted us a card and some chocolates. All of this to say that they are wonderful hosts, the chalet is beautiful and if you ever find yourself just close enough to consider staying there or even popping in for a bite at their café you 100% should.Posted on Emma23. November, 2025. A nice clean chalet in a beautiful location. The ongoing wi-fi issue was an issue for us, as it was not mentioned when we booked.Posted on Ben22. November, 2025. Phenomenal chalet! Comfy bed, Amazing outdoor bath. We walked in and immediately felt relaxed. Highly highly recommended! We had breskgsst the next morning at the beautiful café where we met one of the owners who filled us in on the accomodation and cafes history. we had an over all incredible experience here.Posted on Tegan18. November, 2025. Absolutely beautiful property! Host was great, and the cafe next door was amazing! Already planning to come back againPosted on Molly27. October, 2025. A beautiful night away. We travel with our small dog a lot and were so delighted to stay somewhere that has all of the luxurious amenities and still be pet friendly! We will definitely be booking again.Posted on Jai26. October, 2025. Gorgeous accomodation! Much needed retreat 😊Posted on Mel5. October, 2025. The Chalet was beautiful, surrounded by really lovely gardens. It was raining quite heavily during our stay, so we didn’t get to fully enjoy them, but they were beautiful. The Chalet was well furnished and the bed linens were so soft and comfortable. Lovely clean bathroom with a great shower. Well appointed kitchen with everything you could need. We also loved our breakfast at the cafe in the morning before we left where we met John, who was wonderful to talk to.Posted on Warrick28. September, 2025. Cute place to stay, and a great breakfast from the Cafe on site.Airbnb rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 50 reviews









