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Stone Cottage in Central Oamaru (No Extra Cleaning Fee)

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Oamaru, OTA
  • Steampunk HQ
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stone Cottage in Central Oamaru (No Extra Cleaning Fee)

Orla s Cottage is a 3 bedroom historic Oamaru Stone workers cottage built in 1906 and is just a few hundred meters from central Oamaru, the Victorian Precinct and numerous restaurants.

We have respected the original features in this home while adding modern comforts to make your stay truly unique to the Oamaru region.

Each bedroom has been beautifully appointed with high quality accessories and local historical treasures. The beds are all Hotel Grade beds with luxury mattress toppers, NZ woolen Duvets and locally made NZ merino wool blankets.

The interior Oamaru white-stone walls have been retained exhibiting original saw cuts and claw marks created in the quarrying and building process.

Being a restored original cottage the living areas are compact whilst the bedrooms are large with high ceilings.

There are also two air conditioning units in the cottage to ensure your stay is cosy in the winter and comfortable in the summer.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Oamaru

Located in Oamaru, this holiday home is in the city centre. Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and NZ Malt Whisky Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oamaru Gardens and Oamaru Harbour. Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steam Train are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Oamaru, OTA

What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oamaru Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fat Sally's - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stone Cottage in Central Oamaru (No Extra Cleaning Fee) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stone Cottage in Central Oamaru (No Extra Cleaning Fee)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stone Cottage in Central Oamaru (No Extra Cleaning Fee)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stone Cottage in Central Oamaru (No Extra Cleaning Fee) located?

Located in the heart of Oamaru, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Whitestone Cheese Factory, Janet Frame House and North Otago Museum. National Bank and Oamaru Hospital are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

melanie k.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Cutely decorated and central location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It met our needs for a one night stay.
Parking was nice and handy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Francois F.

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

Comfortable beds and close to Oamaru town . Q

Lovely wee cottage walking distance to the town centre . Lovely and quiet at night with comfortable beds .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

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

Enjoyed the Stone Cottage

We enjoyed the quirkiness and originality of the cottage. It was a fun place to stay in and the updated bathroom features were well received.We would definitely stay there again, close to everything, very clean with everything anyone would need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

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

Cosy cottage

A lovely cottage to stay in. Comfortable beds, close to town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Great stay in Oamaru

We had a great one night stay at Orla's Cottage in Oamaru. Just a little further from the town centre than we would've wanted to walk, but the home was comfortable and clean and good for our little family. Would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and nice sheets
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel v.

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

Great little spot

This is a great little cottage to stay at in Oamaru. Really central and a charmer! Very comfortable and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

D N.

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

Conveniently located in Oamaru

Once we got the house warmed up, it was a nice place to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Janet C.

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

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay. Our host responded quickly and professionally to an issue we had with check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Prentice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great old home. Nicely kept with traditional ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great to have the whole house and plenty of space for a family of 4. Good location with central Oamaru an easy walk away. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Liz M.

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

Interesting historic property

The austere street view of this property belied the care taken to restore the interior, which was roomy and comfortable. Kitchen and dining facilities were limited and the bathroom was minimalist, but overall, we enjoyed our stay.The Steam Punk museum was a highlight as were the botanic gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pip F.

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

Great little cottage

Perfect for what we needed - an overnight stay with a room each. Glenn was quick to fix our issue with the tv - very grateful. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Authentic Oamaru Cottage

This was a great place to stay with frictionless booking and communication. The character and ambience was in keeping with Oamaru which is full of character in the Victorian precinct.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Noel B.

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

Oamaru Escape

We loved the character and comfort. The heating options were appreciated. The location was easy to find and handy to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

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

Comfy home

We had all we needed and slept comfortably in this charming historic cottage. Just a hop, skip and a jump from the main drag, we found the neighbourhood quiet. It was an easy walk to the penguins for the adventurous in our party and we were glad for a lift back at night. I was grateful for the thoughtful condiments on offer, and we enjoyed playing Chinese checkers with the kids.We'd happily book again - entry was simple with clear instructions!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Susan E.

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

Don't judge a book by its cover!

This lovely three bedroom home suited my mother and I as we were traveling through the area. When we pulled up we were not sure it was the right place as the outside looks under par, however inside this lovely home is all you need with spacious rooms, a lovely lounge, kitchen, bathroom and very gracious hosts. Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin v.

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

Seasonal Issues

Took a while to warm up and we notice there was no smoke alarms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Tom W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

A tad misleading

Pretty disappointed with condition of this property. It wasn't a few hundred meters from the historic Oamaru prescient that was described in Book a batch. It was cold, with limited living space and very tired condition.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Richard c.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

Cute and cosy

Close to the Victorian Precinct and waterfront. Easy walk to Cucina for an excellent dinner. Lovely and warm on arrival despite being one of the coldest days. Everything we needed for our stay. A very quaint cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Helen H.

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

Nice old Home

We enjoyed our stay, close to town and the Whitestone cheese factory/shop. Thanks for sharing your home. The Last Post is a must for dinner, great food and service. For the owner.. The Mitre 10 opens at 7:30 am and can be quite noisy along with their security lights, disturbing you if you are a light sleeper. The house's security lights were on permanently, it took us some time to find the switch to turn them off, and the heat pump in the lounge we had trouble getting to work, The TV needs instructions or a freeview box that works.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Lyn H.

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

weekend getaway

cute property. perfect for a quick weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Loved Location

Location great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Glenn and Anna

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Anna is an interior designer and Glenn a digital marketing strategy consultant.

Orla's cottage is our personal holiday home in Oamaru and has been fitted out to reflect a holiday home (bach) feel while still having the creature comforts you would come to expect from higher end boutique accommodation providers around the world.

We hope you love this home as much as we do and get to appreciate the history and amazing nature the Oamaru and Waitaki region has to offer.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this old cottage when we first saw it online and bought it sight unseen!
It took some work but we are so proud of the work we have put into restoring the cottage with modern amenities while still keeping its old world charm.

What makes this property unique

So close to town and the Victorian Precinct as well as a short walk to the Blue Penguin Colony

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English

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