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Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier

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Open plan lounge and kitchen
Lounge
Interior
Fully fitted kitchen
Double bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Napier, Hawke's Bay Region
  • Place, Otatara Pa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastern Institute of Technology
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pettigrew Green Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier

Welcome to Cow Cottage. This is the bigger cottage of The Cow & Calf Cottages. Calf Cottage which sleeps 1 is also available to book.

Cow Cottage has a spacious open plan lounge with Smart TV and comfy couches. There is a fully fitted and well kitted out kitchen as well as a table for eating at. There are 2 separate bedrooms: the first with a double bed and the second with 1 single There is a bathroom with shower.

Cow Cottage has its own decking, so you can sit outside sipping your glass of local wine looking at the spectacular view opposite of the lake and hills. At night, there is minimal light pollution, and we sometimes see the Milky Way. There is an outside area for picnics/ dining which is shared with the other cottage. The Cow & Calf cottages are fully fenced and away from the main house. We are by Puketapu Road and we offer ample off-road parking.

We are situated right by the Puketapu Cycle track which is part of the Hawkes Bay Cycle Trails. So, if you're here to cycle, you can set off straight from your cottage. We have secure storage for bikes (please arrange your own insurance though).

We are also situated only 1 min drive to Shed 530 Bistro & Winery one of the many fantastic wineries in the region & the Puketapu Pub & dairy are within walking distance too. The river is 5 mins walk away, great to cool off in the summer.

Being just 15 minutes' drive from Napier, Napier airport and Hastings, you really can experience the best of both worlds: the busyness of the CBD and then just a short drive back to your cottage and rural calm.

Whether you're here to cycle the tracks, explore the wineries and local beaches, go Art Deco or simply relax, we are brilliantly positioned for you. We are a great resting spot if you are away on business too!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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
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

Puketapu

Puketapu is home to this cottage. Otatara Pa and National Tobacco Company Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Onekawa Aquatic Centre and Faraday Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pettigrew Green Arena, or consider a night out at Napier Soundshell.
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Napier, Hawke's Bay Region

What's nearby

  • Otatara Pa - 4 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Eastern Institute of Technology - 4 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Pettigrew Green Arena - 5 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Church Road Winery - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Mission Estate Winery - 10 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sideline Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Silky Oak Chocolate - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taradale Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bay Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier on 8 April 2026 start from NZ$176, 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 Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cow Cottage - cycle tracks & wineries in beautiful rural spot. 15 min to Napier located?

Situated in Puketapu, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Church Road Winery, Otatara Pa and Mission Estate Winery. Pettigrew Green Arena and Eastern Institute of Technology are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was modern, clean and tidy. Very comfortable and nice location. A bit of traffic noise during day, but hardly noticeable at night
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Nicky

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We have lived in Puketapu for over 13 years and love it here. We enjoy spending time at home, trying to grow fruit and vegetables, going for bike rides and walks on the cycle/walking track by our house. We have 2 dogs, Cassie and Mabel, who love to bask in the sun, play in the river and eat any windfall fruit! You are welcome to come and see our dogs if you are a dog lover. Nicky's passion is Dragon Boating and Jasen is into scooters. We love being able to share our lovely place with visitors, so you can also enjoy rural Napier, without being far from town!

Why they chose this property

The weather is great, the scenery from our property is fantastic and we are so well positioned being near both Napier and Hastings. We are a hop, skip and a jump away from our local bistro/winery Shed 530, and the Puketapu Pub is just down the road... both a minute away in the car if that. The river is a few minutes' walk away, and we like to cool off in it during the summer. We love it here.

What makes this property unique

The Cow is a fantastic place to stop for a short or long break. As well as being a really great space inside, our position is what makes us special. We are directly opposite a lovely lake where you might see swans, ducks and myriad other birdlife. Sheep graze all round the lake which has a backdrop of beautiful hills and trees...the colours are stunning in the autumn. We often have kingfishers visit us too. We walk out onto the cycle/walking track from our house where you can cycle into Taradale and even Marine Parade in Napier and beyond.

AT night, there is hardly any light pollution and we sometimes see the Milky Way.
All this, and only 3 minutes' drive to Taradale, 15 minutes to Napier, Napier airport and Hastings.

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