Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral

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April 2026

May 2026

Luxury 1-2 person sleeping. All linen included. Private laundry facilities.

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Free Wi-Fi
Parking available
Laundry room
Kitchen

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Explore the area

Nelson City, Nelson

Place, Fairfield Park
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Christ Church Cathedral
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Nelson College
‪10 min walk‬
Airport, Nelson (NSN)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

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About the area

Nelson

Nelson South, a neighbourhood in Nelson, is home to this guesthouse. Nelson Market and Montgomery Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brook Waimarama Sanctuary and Fairfield Park. Flamedaisy Glass Design and Queens Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.

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What's nearby

Fairfield Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Christ Church Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Nelson College - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Nelson Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Nelson Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tern Coffee House - ‬11 min walk
‪The Vic Mac's Brew Bar - ‬10 min walk
‪ChokDee - ‬13 min walk
‪Flames On Forty - ‬10 min walk
‪Pita Pit Nelson - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral

The Tintagel Cottage (pronounced Tin-ta-jel) is a luxury studio cottage located in a tranquil garden setting at the rear of an historic 4 bedroom home, situated in a historic area in Nelson known as ‘The Dress Circle’. The owners, Kay and Simon reside on-site, and have enjoyed hosting visitors at the cottage for over 15 years.

Intimate and cosy, north-facing French doors open onto an established garden, with large native trees and shrubs, home to an abundant birdlife. An oversized chess board sits beside the cottage. The interior of the cottage is light, private and warm, and tastefully decorated, including artworks from local artists.

The open plan cottage is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. All linen, crockery and kitchen appliances are provided. Facilities include a kitchenette, bathroom, entertainment area, separate laundry and secure storage facilities. Wireless internet is available to guests. There is safe on-street parking. Perfect for singles or couples.

Tintagel Cottage has the benefit of being close to a wide range of local attractions, parks, rivers, and a 15 minute walk from central Nelson. Melrose House and Café are almost across the road. Sample local beers, award-winning wines and restaurants all within a short stroll. There are numerous walks, both easy or more challenging in the immediate vicinity.

Nelson, the geographical centre of New Zealand, is a region renowned for sunshine, fine beaches, lakes, mountains and native forests. The City of Nelson is large enough to offer all the services and amenities of a large city, yet small enough to feel intimate, welcoming and friendly. With the attraction of fine foods, superb wines, an innovative craft industry, spectacular scenery and traditional Kiwi hospitality you can understand why Nelson is a place to which holiday makers flock all year round.

The Tintagel Cottage comes fully furnished and ready for your comfortable occupancy.
Special conditions: singles or couples only.
Attractive long-stay rates are also available Apr-Nov. Please enquire.

Amenities

Free WiFi

Parking available

Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral on 12 April 2026 start from NZ$162, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral located?

Located in Nelson South, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Flamedaisy Glass Design and Christ Church Cathedral. Nelson College and Nelson Provincial Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Historic charm behind the Nelson Cathedral Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mick R.

8 February 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, convenient and friendly. A good location and everything you need.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bev V.

24 March 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We stayed 3 weeks, had a rental, and enjoyed a leisurely time in Nelson.Our cottage was in a beautiful area,ideal for walking.The food in Nelson is so beautiful and the staff so helpful.We had lots to do from Theatre to the The main run. On a boat.Our hosts Kay & Simon were very helpful, but gave us our privacy..The real treat is the garden, full of birds and trees.Ideal for a wine dinner or breaky.

Stayed 22 nights in Mar 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

brahna s.

27 February 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

If it’s available you’ll be so grateful with this Eden of a place walking distance to everything.A roomy studio oasis, magical, to come home to and sad to leave.Exceedingly well cared for, lacks nothing in comfort and touches, great inside & outside, you feel as though is a world in its self.Simon & Kay are wonderful inn keepers, helpful but incredibly respectful of privacy, the layout allows that perfectly.So grateful for my stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora Z.

17 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Magical Month in NZ

This cottage was the perfect home base during a month of exploration, and Kay and Simon the perfect hosts. I hope to return to this charming spot again someday!

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

Verified

8/10 Good

Chris P.

4 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nelson Holiday

Excellent location for wandering to town or driving out of town to explore. Cosy space with all you need. Would go back again for more time in Nelson.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

Verified

8/10 Good

Eric G.

17 December 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely City

Very good location within easy walk of the centre of this delightful town. We spent five nights here but a week would be better to see all in the area. Owner was away but we had a contact so coped without problems.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

19 February 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic spot

Perfect! An enjoyable stroll into town and yet so quiet. Couldn't have asked for a better spot! Thank you Kay.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet P.

12 March 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location - cost corner

Great place - wish it had included a hairdryer as we flew in to Nelson. Happily swap that for the bathroom scales :-) Just what we were looking for and 5 minutes from Melrose House for coffee.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter H.

6 February 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Communication

An ok stay

It is in a nice setting. It was clean and the bed was comfortable but it was minimal. There was soap but no shampoo. The toilet didn’t always flush completely. The duvet was on upside down with the buttons up by our faces. A nice small vase of flowers would be much better than plastic pot plant. Other wise it was OK.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

Verified

4/10 Poor

Margaret W.

17 January 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

MIXED FEELINGS

There were some positives: pleasant and unobtrusive hosts, very quiet and tranquil position, excellent reading lights behind the bed. 1) The advertised photo shows the beautiful main house. BUT THE BATCH IS A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT BUILDING! 2) The place is superficially tidy, but screaming for a deep-clean: eg mould on shower doors and rubbish bin lid, skirting boards grubby, grubby curtains and blinds and needs a good dusting. 3) The garden could be cute but seems semi abandoned - needs a good rake and weed and sweep. 4) The metal chairs are too rusty to sit on. Basically, a pleasant enough property could be an excellent property with some hard work done on it. For the same price, we could stay in a clean smart motel in Nelson, and that is what we shall do in future.

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

Verified

6/10 Okay

Teresa A.

27 November 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Break away in Nelson

This property was quaint and close to town, which was great because we didn't have a vehicle but there was a bit of a hill to walk up so a level of fitness and good shoes would be recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville M.

2 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reconnaissance for larger group

Bookabach highly recommended. Used it several times. Slightly disappointed no longer NZ owned (I am from Australia - sic).

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela N.

20 December 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Character and convenience in old Nelson

This was just what the listing said, a character bach in the grounds of a historic villa in the old section of Nelson that rises behind the cathedral. Compact and tidy, the accommodation was just what one or two people would want for a short holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

16 October 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot close to CBD

All good as described

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Szabo M.

9 April 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Acknowledgement

Accessible, comfortable, well equipped.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hester G.

28 March 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay

Great location, close to city centre, walking distance to beautiful parks and very friendly hosts.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebecca d.

21 February 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 night stay

Great granny flat. Lovely section. Friendly hosts. The bed has probably seen better days, little hard for my liking :)

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicity y.

17 January 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Super stay

This property is in a great location, easy access to town. Very quiet spot in a lovely neighbourhood. Hosts are very nice. Would stay again when in Nelson.

Archival

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

11 October 2017

Great quiet and central location, would recommend.

Archival

10/10 Excellent

15 March 2016

Lovely accommodation with nice outside space.

Lovely accommodation with nice outside space. Not to far from the town but in a quiet, peaceful area. It was just what we needed to get over the jet lag. Perfect. Thank you

Archival

10/10 Excellent

18 November 2015

I loved the location, close to everything, yet in a quiet wide street, great for parking and walking

I loved the location, close to everything, yet in a quiet wide street, great for parking and walking to town or to the river, both about five minutes walk away. The apartment had everything you needed and was really attractive inside and out. It was private even though on owners land. Comfy bed and uber fantastic shower. The kitchen had all you need. Good TV and entertainment system with CD's to choose from. Outside table and chairs to relax in overlooking garden, you had privacy inside and out.

Archival

10/10 Excellent

17 March 2015

Lovely place to stay!

Lovely place to stay! Private and has all things you need(except maybe a fan, as was so warm even though mid March) Very handy to Nelson CBD and all areas surrounding Nelson, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Thanks for letting us stay a bit longer on checkout day!

Archival