The stories of the Vicars. A social history.
The Vicar’s Sitting Room in the Vicarage features caricature/sketches of the Vicar’s and a brief biography has been written on each vicar. Collectively, they provide fascinating insights into the challenges of Christian ministry in rural New Zealand over 159 years. Some are included below. The caricatures were drawn for us by Geraldine artist Stewart Gollan.
What our other guests have said
The Vicarage in Geraldine is a hidden gem! The building was beautifully restored a few years ago and turned into a luxury accommodation. The Self Check in was easy and convenient. The room was very clean and beautifully presented. The tiles in the bathroom were stunning! The blue-green reminded...
Jordana, Canada
Thank you so much for a truly exceptional experience. We absolutely loved our stay at the Vicarage. It was everything we had hoped it might be and even more. In another life (pre-Covid) we travelled quite a lot and we have thought a lot about what makes a stay more enjoyable. The Vicarage...
Gill and Dan, Nelson
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