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Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura

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A house with a front porch, a wooden fence, and a small garden.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a bulletin board, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A living room with a sofa, a glass-top coffee table, a television, and a wood-burning stove.
A single-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a gravel driveway.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
5 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ward, Marlborough
  • Place, World Wars Memorial
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Omaka Classic Cars
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Sunroom

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura

• Spacious large farm cottage on a working farm but still very private & peaceful
1 bathroom with old-fashioned bath tub & 1 bathroom/laundry with shower

• Amazing sunrises

• Stunning views of mountains & hillsides

• Ideal base for exploring the Cape Campbell lighthouse from Marfells Beach &
Ward Beach’s newest geographical features including a new surf break
(please note Ward Beach is NOT 1 min walk away, in fact at least 10min by car!)

• Middle Hill Mountain Bike Park about half an hour South of Ward

• Easy stopover to & from Picton/Blenheim/Kaikoura

• 3 Double Rooms with queen beds in each & a twin single room. Single bed in
back sunroom in Summer, can have a single mattress in there as well, if
required.

• NO internet or Wifi sorry - despite the listing saying so

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Water Hazards nearby, close supervision advised
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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

Property # 7147917
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Ward

Located in Ward, this holiday home is in a rural area. World Wars Memorial is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ward Beach and Napoleon. Snorkelling, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Ward, Marlborough

What's nearby

  • World Wars Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Marlborough Convention Centre - 36 min drive - 60.0 km
  • Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 42 min drive - 64.0 km
  • Omaka Classic Cars - 42 min drive - 64.0 km
  • Cloudy Bay Vineyards - 46 min drive - 73.6 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flaxbourne Services & Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flaxbourne Tearooms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪East Coast Inn Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura?

As of 24 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura on 24 November 2026 start from NZ$202, 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 Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Troqueer Farm Cottage - Rural idyll located between Blenheim & Kaikoura located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps from Ward Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from World Wars Memorial. Yealands Estate Winery and Montana Brancott are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a large group of family and friends 8 people, we all loved this place, the beds were warm, clean and comfortable, the rooms spacious, the house was warm with wood range going on arrival, lots of games and puzzles which made our granddaughter very happy, our hosts were marvelous very approachable and helpful.I highly recommend staying here it is quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2026
Thank you for your kind comments! We loved hosting you & would welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
thank you for having us - the property had everything we needed and we had a great few days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Came up from Chch and loved our stay! We weren’t expecting the house to be so spacious. Had 7 of us stay and it was a great getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good accommodation in interesting location

We used the house as a base for exploring the surrounding area. It had comfortable beds and everything we needed in a nice quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place in a beautiful part of our country

Neat and tidy farm cottage, plenty of space for a few days to catch up with our overseas family, very cozy with the fire going, really comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We appreciated arriving to a lovely fire already lit in the lounge but in that large house the bedrooms were very cold. The bedding was inadequate and other than one very small fan heater no other heating available in that area. No electric blankets or even hot water bottles supplied. We would have appreciated knowing there was only one toilet in the house which was very cold and draughty and right out the back. Definitely not recommended for a stay during the winter months.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
We are very sorry about the lack of heating, we have been waiting to get a heat transfer unit installed & it was supposed to have been in by now! We will ensure there is extra blankets & will amend the listing to make it clear that there is only one toilet. We appreciate your feedback & take it on board.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Top location

Love the location, house is primo and warms up nice n quick. All in all really enjoyed everything, a home away from home👍
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2024
Lovely to host you & your family :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tidy and great communication

We have stayed here for work a couple of times - great large house to share with colleagues. Nice and quiet at night too with beautiful starry nights.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Title

Very comfortable and clean place to stay while exploring a new part of NZ. Lots of room, and nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Older farm cottage suited myself and worker

This is a good location for work between kaikoura and Blenheim the property is an older style cottage, beds are great service is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A comfy stay in the countryside

Thanks, Trudi and Duncan, for your warm welcome. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this homely, much-loved farmhouse. The facilities are simple but adequate. The bed was very comfortable. We loved being way out there in the peace of the countryside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6 nights at Troqueer Cottage

Spacious with plenty of room for the kids both inside and out. Peaceful location with nice views. Interesting new heritage centre in Ward to visit with a lawn and little play area for the young ones.The beach has amazing rock formations and the kids enjoyed poking around down there. Fuel station with a nice little cafe. Our hosts were very helpful and lovely. A fabulous farm location. Would definitely come again
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous stay

We stayed for 4 nights and absolutely loved our stay. The location was perfect as we wanted peace and quiet after a very busy 6 weeks. We also explored the area , and had no idea of how historical Ward was. Ward beach is a great beach for fossicking and the rock formations and boulders are amazing. Also close by is Marfells beach, a lovely sandy beach. The local Cafe was awesome, homemade food, great coffee and service. The cottage was very comfortable with everything you could want. Very quaint and fabulous views. Our hosts Trudi & Duncan were very easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend this property
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2023
Lovely to host you! And we'd love to have you back again :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunrise haven

Our family enjoyed the beautiful surroundings in which the farm cottage is located. The sunrises were magnificent and the night skies were packed with bright stars - so good for spotting constellations with the children! Although it's located on a working farm it's still very much private and Duncan and Trudi even made some time to show us the farm animals, we appreciated it deeply. The cottage is an older farm house and that is something to keep in mind, but the towels and all the linen was very clean and everything was functioning well. They also had some books, toys, and board games ready for us to use. I would definitely recommend this property, especially to families with small/young children. A diamond in the rough. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2023
It was lovely to meet with you all & Duncan is now riding naughty Finn! We hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip to NZ :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the lambs

Great old farm house with oodles of room for all of us. The host brought us three pet lambs to feed which was a real hit with everyone. Beautiful well cared for farm. Neat beaches nearby. Perfect for a family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage on a beautiful farm.

Absolutely loved our week here. Cottage was quiet and well ate up. Spotless and had all you could want. Hosts were amazing and easy to contact. Would definitely go again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal place for us to stay

Good communication from host, property exactly as described. Suited our needs. Clean property. Quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable

Great farm stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quiet and peaceful

Typical kiwi batch; well provisioned, comfortable, good value, friendly hosts and quiet and secluded location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Beautiful location, older style house but superbly clean. Super quiet and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Authentic Farm Cottage

This is an authentic country farm cottage, beautiful stars at night & no noisy neighbours. The place is large & was perfect for our group of family & friends. Beds and linen were excellent. Might be chilly in the winter although there is plenty of wood for the fire. Trudi & Duncan are lovely helpful people, communication was excellent & we really enjoyed the farm tour. Happy to book again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal for visiting the Kaikoura coast.

This is a well laid out, clean and well-equipped house, in a quiet country location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2021
Thank you :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A true rural retreat

Really enjoyed our stay in the 1940s cottage. Beautiful, peaceful surroundings, tidy home, comfortable beds. Thanks Trudy and Duncan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2021
thanks for your feedback :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short hop to ferry

Good farm cottage that worked well for us to break up the trip North and lessen the complaints from the kids. :) Coffee while we charged the car in Christchurch, dinner in Kaikoura, then on to Ward. It meant we could meet friends for a relaxed brunch in Blenheim the next morning before catching the 2pm ferry. Clean cottage, comfortable beds, easy access on arrival, cheap and cheerful. Thanks Trudi!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Enjoy ed our stay

Weather was crappy but fire kept us nice and warm.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Duncan & Trudi Roberts

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