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Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
From the front paddock
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living area

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay

This delightful spacious cottage was built 30 years ago to capture the sun and views in the grounds of one of Hawkes Bays finest historic homesteads. Situated half an hours drive from Hastings and Havelock North the property is nestled in a beautiful valley surrounded by sheep, beef and arable farms. The 10 hectare lifestyle block has a few horses and chickens. Frequent visitors to the cottage are a fox terrier and a fluffy cat.

The 116 square metre house has been completely refurbished with new carpets, a new queen bed and exceptional furniture.

Please note that fresh eggs, milk, bread and butter are provided in the fridge along with cereals and seasonal fruit. This is for the first night only, after that you'll need to bring in whatever food you want for breakfast.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Otane

Located in Otane, this holiday home is in a rural area. Waipawa Golf Course and Lime Rock Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Oruawharo Homestead & Garden and Amazing Maze 'n Maize. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Otane, Hawke's Bay

What's nearby

  • Central Hawkes Bay Settlers Museum - 9 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Waipawa Golf Course - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Lime Rock Wines - 14 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Central Hawkes Bay College - 15 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Splash Planet - 32 min drive - 55.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McCauleys Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Patangata Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Goat Horn Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Juon Pointe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mumma G‘S - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay ?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay on 27 April 2026 start from NZ$149, 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 Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming and comfortable country cottage in Central Hawkes Bay located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Central Hawkes Bay Settlers Museum, Central Hawke’s Bay Settler’s Museum and Waipawa Golf Course. Lime Rock Wines and Central Hawkes Bay College are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A crackers of a spot great people to deal with would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Great stay

very comfortable stay, property very well appointed, property owners very helpful and friendly and accommodating, will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Hinterland tranquility

Comfortably fitted and well designed cottage set in beautiful countryside. Great to be alongside a working homestead, with horses and woodworking onsite. George and Debs are charming hosts - interested and and interesting, while respecting privacy. All in all, a very enjoyable few days. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 January 2021
Lovely to meet you both and nice for you to stay in our piece of paradise. We look forward to seeing you again. Debs
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Lovely secluded property

We had a really lovely relaxing couple of days in this very comfortable and spacious property. We were made very welcome by the owners and would highly recommend it for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine L.

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

Relaxing Stay

The cottage was cosy and a delight to spend the week in. We enjoyed sitting out on the deck and reading and relaxing and watching life go by. It was the perfect location to unwind and relax after a busy year. We felt right at home and loved seeing the Peacock and hens and cat and Coco the terrier walking around to say hello to us. It was a great location as we discovered it was only a short drive to Otane, Waipawa and Waipukura when we needed supplies. The coffee and lunch at Nola's were great as well as the Paper Mulberry Cafe. Yet we often spent a few days of our long week stay at the cottage because it to was too relaxing to leave and felt like a home away from home. We both slept well - the bed was super comfy and we loved cooking in the kitchen. Debs and George made us feel welcome from the messages before our arrival and meeting them.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Idyllic country retreat

We have thoroughly enjoyed this week, with super friendly hosts; a lovely warm wood burner with plenty of wood and such a sense of spaciousness, this wee treasure is one we’d love to visit again. Even in April with the cooler temperatures we were able to sit outside on the two decks. The massive bedroom felt luxurious as did the comfy leather furniture and big handcrafted dining table and chairs. The roomy and well equipped kitchen also contributed to us feeling like we were at home. We really enjoyed wandering around seeing the horses, little fox terrier and gathering walnuts. George even took the time to show us around the old homestead and workshop. Such beautiful handcrafted furniture and interesting history. Thank you for your kindness towards us and our visiting parents/family. We highly recommend a stay in this beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by George Wood

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George grew up in the homestead and married Debs 30 years ago. They've raised 3 sons and a daughter who have all left home. George runs an internationally renowned business from the farm buildings manufacturing polo and croquet mallets.

Why they chose this property

The cottage was designed by George's' father Peter who lived there for 7 years. It shares the 10 hectare lifestyle property with the main homestead which was built in 1881

What makes this property unique

Spacious, quiet, warm and sunny.
Very comfortable bed.

Languages:

English
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