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Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Martinborough, Martinborough
  • Place, Luna Estate Winery
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ata Rangi Vineyard
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Martinborough Vineyard
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

3 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough

Dara Cottage is a self-contained, fully equipped vineyard holiday home in the Martinborough, New Zealand.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Martinborough

Located in Martinborough, this holiday home is in a rural area. Stonehenge Aotearoa and Cobblestones Village Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park.
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Martinborough, Martinborough

What's nearby

  • Luna Estate Winery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cambridge Road - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Martinborough Vineyard - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Te Kairanga Wines - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alana Estate Vineyard - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Martinborough Brewery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough?

As of 13 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough on 13 June 2026 start from NZ$295, 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 Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dara Vineyard Cottage Martinborough located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Luna Estate Winery and Poppies Martinborough Winery. Martinborough Vineyard and Martinborough Golf Club are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekender, well appointed cottage with lovely views from the front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little cottage with everything needed for a relaxing winter weekend away. Walk to wineries and cook up a storm then enjoy a cosy seat by the fire. Great all round experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

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

A wonderful weekend!

A wonderful get away, Dara cottage had everything we wanted and more! Great location, greatset up and a lovely host, highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

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

time to relax.

Lovely place to stay. The owners made it easy and were so nice to deal with. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale T.

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

Superb cottage amongst the vines

We had an incredible 3 night stay at Dara cottage. Beautifully clean, everything you need and lovely touches for example home made plum jam, fresh eggs, muesli, toast and an abundance of fruit. Dara cottage is perfectly situated to explore the area,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

Relaxing and Peaceful

The cottage was lovely and had everything we needed. Breakfast supplies were great and communication with Kim was prompt and helpful. Would love to come back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Can't beat this place!

Our 2nd time at Dara Cottage, and it was just as special as the first time! The hosts do such a good job at making it a memorable stay. The cottage is super clean and tidy, and well set up for all ages. We will definitely come back again, and again, and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Fantastic weekend

Dara cottage was warm comfortable had everything we needed. A great location. Kim was great to deal with very helpful. I would definitely recommend staying here. Thank you for a wonderful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DECXH84SC J.

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

Peaceful retreat

A private and peaceful location, when we visited at Easter. One of the cleanest, best presented and equiped stays we have had. The main cottage is well laid out and the separate bedroom worked well for our family. Windfall feijoa's a real treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etainia D.

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

So amazing

An amazing place in a beautiful settings. We loved it so much and special thank you for letting us have a few friends over for a birthday party. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute country cottage

A wonderful relaxing weekend away in this well appointed and tasteful cottage. The views and garden make this a real retreat. Close to the many attractions that Martinborough has to offer. Kim, the host, made sure that our stay was everything we had hoped for. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Beautiful vineyard cottage

Dara Cottage is a quiet, beautifully restored and superbly equipped cottage ideal for a family. It’s far enough from the road for children but just a short walk to the nearest restaurant. Everything was too notch and we felt very welcomed with farm eggs and home made jam. Kim even offered us a tour of the vineyard. We had a fabulous time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JUDI T.

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

Fantastic

Lovely, clean property and extremely well equipped. Gorgeous setting, easy to find. Owner even supplied us with fresh eggs, bacon, bread, milk and ice on arrival. Welcomed us personally with recommendations for dining and excursions. As a bonus his lovely pet dog Moko visited us every night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Best-equipped bach ever!

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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paola D.

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

Wonderful cottage amongst the vines

Lovely cottage set next to vines in a very quiet area. Walking distance to many wineries and a short drive to the township. The cottage had all the essentials including a very generous breakfast, with fresh eggs, homemade jam and more. The kitchen was very well equipped and eco friendly. Plenty of charging stations for electronics, comfortable beds and enough room for our party of 5. The annexed cottage is very comfortable and spacious. Kim is very responsive and made us feel at home. The photos don’t do this cottage justice. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Incredible house and location

I seriously can’t get over how perfect this place was. The photos really don’t do it justice. One of the bedrooms is seperate to the main house, so it’s great if you want a bit of privacy away from others. The wooden panelling inside is stunning and there’s a reading nook in the roof with window! Lots of trees with shade, and the stars are almost magical, especially if you’re a city person like me. The area is quiet and peaceful and so lovely. Owner’s right next door but they do their own thing and will help out with any questions if you have them. Couldn’t ask for better. I would love to go back one day! I recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugo V.

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

Perfect for a getaway. Perfect location

5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke T.

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

Country Bliss

A great four days away relaxing with family. Friendly and helpful hosts. Cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shonagh M.

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

Birthday day getaway

We both very much enjoyed our two night stay at Dara Cottage with all the extras provided. The breakfast provisions were excellent. The fire warmed the cottage which was so enjoyed and the fire and kindling wood were well supplied. The beds were very comfortable with beautiful linen. Met the friendly rooster and his henny penny girls . Would highly recommend this beautiful little cottage to enjoy the surroundings, views of the hills and just totally relax. Am most certainly going to go back again very soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerome C.

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

cute little cottage in the vines

We had a very pleasant stay. The layout is perfect for a holiday house, ideally located close to the main vineyards. The sky at night is amazing and mornings in the fog and among birds give you a very peaceful feeling. We definitely loved and recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy O.

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

Beautiful location

Very comfortable and convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

The most amazing mini holiday!

Right from the moment we drove into the driveway we knew it was going to be a special few days in Martinborough. The owners had thought of everything and provided fresh eggs, milk bread, and even plums straight out of the orchard. The garden in the back was perfect for our toddler to run around. The cottage was a perfect 5 minute bike ride to the town centre. We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

asedf d.

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

Cosy cottage with all you could wish for

We stayed the weekend and totally enjoyed the cottage as the weather wasn't so nice. Plenty to keep us amused. Nice brekkie too. Many thanks. Would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna B.

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

A relaxing holiday

We enjoyed our stay at Dara Cottage which is in a nice setting and a short drive or walk from Martinborough. The cottage was clean and comfortable and suited our needs well. The hosts were great to deal with and very welcoming.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorena C.

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

Fabulous holiday! We enjoyed everything. The little extra touches were amazing! Thanks for having us

Easy process, beautiful accommodation and the setting is just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

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