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Welcome to Godley House
Godley House was built in 1880 by Harvey Hawkins as a family home. Mr Hawkins was one of Lyttelton's leading citizens as ship chandler, ironmonger and speculator. The land that Godley House is built on was purchased from Mark
Stoddart who lived with his family in what is now known as Stoddart's cottage. (You may wish to have a look at this lovely little cottage which is situated at the back of the rugby grounds).
The Hawkins home was a grand house for entertaining, and a jetty was built at the bottom of the hill so visitors could come across from Lyttelton. The good times did not last and by 1894 Hawkins was
bankrupt. The house and property reverted to the Stoddart family.
The Stoddart family lived in Godley House until 1913 when both houses were sold to the Lyttelton Borough Council, it was then that Godley House was given it's name.
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Godley House has attracted visitors from Christchurch and beyond for more than 100 years. Residing grandly atop Diamond Harbour's finest headland, this historic building is set amidst three acres of tranquil beauty. Established trees, elegant lawns and gardens, dramatically frame breathtaking views across Lyttelton Harbour.
Less than 45 minutes drive, or a mere 10 minutes by regular passenger ferry from Lyttelton, Godley House is a unique all-round venue. Whatever you are planning we have everything on hand to
make your occasion a success in this tranquil setting. We look forward to seeing you here.
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Cafe, Bar &
Restaurant
You may dine in the restaurant, bar, garden, and cafe or simply order takeaways. A wide variety of set menus are available. The bar features a large
television with Sky TV, and a juke box that is free to use.We also regularly feature jazz bands and other entertainers. See our news page for the latest info.
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Accommodation
Godley House boasts five double rooms and one twin-share room, all with that old time ambience.
Double rooms are $95.00 per room per night. The twin-share room is $65.00 for the room. These prices include a continental breakfast.
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Seminars
Godley House is renowned as a great venue for seminars, with it's quiet, secluded and interruption-free environment your conference or seminar will move along with the minimum of fuss.
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Weddings & Functions
Godley House has been catering for weddings and functions over many years. We can seat up to 120 people in our elegant function room, or hire marquee's on the lawn can seat 100 - 250
people.
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Godley House resides grandly atop Diamond Harbour's finest headland. You may reach it by road, or make the short ferry crossing from Lyttelton sailing time is a mere 10 minutes.
Ferry operating times may be found on the Black Cat website , or on the City's Metro website , or by telephoning MetroInfo on (03) 328 8368.
There is a path from the ferry jetty up to Godley House which is reasonably steep. If you would like us to meet you with our courtesy coach at the jetty, give us a call before you sail (ph 03-329 4880) .
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Summer Hours:
Open 7days
Cafe and Bar 11am onwards
Restaurant 11am till late
Winter Hours
(6 days) Closed Mondays, Tuesdays
Cafe and Bar 11am onwards
Restaurant 11am onwards
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Licensed Bar
Licensed Restaurant
Private Functions
Weddings
Seminars
Friendly Staff
Hotel
Guest Rooms
Great Views
Great Food
Great Coffee
Jukebox
Sky TV
Lunch
Dinner
Snacks
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