by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Mar 23, 2016 | Blog
We recently had the opportunity to visit another great Dunedin attraction – the Orokonui Eco Sanctuary. Orokonui is the flagship biodiversity project for the South Island where multiple species of plants and animals are protected from predators. A predator fence...
by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Jan 1, 2016 | Blog
Its New Years Day 2016 & we thought what a better way to start the year off with a picnic at one of our favourite spots just 10 minutes from the Yellow House. Off we headed in the car, just passed the Portobello Hotel & turn right at Allans Beach Road. A...
by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Mar 7, 2015 | Blog
Imagine our surprise when we sat down to catch the news tonight to see our neighbour behind us had sent in this lovely picture of the sunrise at Portobello this morning. Jan thought it was a beautiful morning when she stepped outside to get the newspaper before...
by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Feb 8, 2015 | Blog
Up first thing in the morning to make the most of a great day of exploring in the Catlins. 1st stop, Balclutha (1hr from Dunedin). Called into the local I-site, very helpful & friendly and gave us a great map as well as some great advice. Balclutha – Kaka...
by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Jan 13, 2015 | Blog
This week we met up with friends at the Portobello Hotel for dinner before heading out to see the Little Blue Penguins at Pilots Beach, Tairoa Head. Sitting outside in the sunshine, enjoying trying out the great new menu at the Portobello Hotel. Tour kicks off from...
by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Dec 30, 2014 | Blog
Headed down to the beautiful Dunedin Railway Station to catch the train at 9.30. All aboard… off to Middlemarch. The Wingatui Viaduct: one of the largest wrought iron structures in the southern hemisphere. One of the 12 tunnels you go through on the way to...
by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Oct 3, 2014 | Blog
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by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Oct 3, 2014 | Blog
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by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Aug 23, 2013 | Blog
“Classy B&B with one airy room and a separate suite in it’s own wing. There are fine harbour views, two cats and an excellent breakfast!”
by Mike & Jan Verheyen | Jun 2, 2013 | Blog
We are proud to receive the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for 2013 and we are greatful for all of the wonderful reviews that our great guests have taken the time to write about their stay with us at the Yellow House! Many thanks & safe travels! Jan...
