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Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a window with blinds.
A hotel room with two single beds, a window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and three paintings on the wall.
A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, surrounded by a grassy area and a wooden fence.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in dishwasher, a window with blinds, and a wooden shelf with glassware.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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West Melton, Canterbury
  • Place, Retford Common
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, West Melton Skate Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Orana Wildlife Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

BR2

2 Single Beds

BR 1

1 Queen Bed

BR 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

BATHROOM

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

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About the area

West Melton

Located in West Melton, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Riccarton House and Nurses' Memorial Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hagley Park and Waimakariri River. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Euromarque Motorsport Park or Wolfbrook Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, winery tours and birdwatching.
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Map
West Melton, Canterbury

What's nearby

  • Retford Common - 5 min drive - 8.6 km
  • West Melton Skate Park - 5 min drive - 8.9 km
  • True and Daring Winery - 6 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Orana Wildlife Park - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Euromarque Motorsport Park - 9 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Two Fat Possums - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Les Délices Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gatehouse Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer?

As of 9 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer on 14 November 2026 start from NZ$664, 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 Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nut Point Cottage the Perfect Place to escape for a few days, or even longer located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Waimakariri River, Orana Wildlife Park and Genesis Drive Park. Euromarque Motorsport Park and Larcomb Vineyard are also within 9 miles (15 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. 31 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location eorked out well for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
THANK YOU Ross
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay

This is a great place, quiet in a nice rural setting. John was super helpful, check in was easy. A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely quiet location

Excellent location, quiet, but not far from city centre. Had everything we needed..... will happily stay again next time we’re in Christchurch
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2021
was lovely to host you all the best John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful peaceful location with excellent facilities

Easy comms to book and access Met all our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2020
Thank you so much John
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Our Stay

Our stay was fine as down for a wedding
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Peaceful location

A peaceful location, not far from amenities.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2021
Thank you Simon all the best for the future to all 4 of you (the two 4 legged ones too, hope they get to be more at peace with themselves too ) John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding stay

It was lovely and quite I had elderly parents and they loved the farm feel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2024
Thank you
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nut Point Cottage

Lovely area, unfortunately the weather wasn't great so we didn't explore the property fully. Nice quiet surroundings, close to city. Comfortable cottage with everything you need for a short or long stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2025
Thanks Vicki next time for better weather :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

John was very hospitable

Overall a very cosy place to stay. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Month stay

We stayed at Nut Point Cottage for 26 nights. Loved the rural setting. Cottage meet our needs perfectly.
Stayed 26 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2024
It was a real pleasure to meet you and host you. Thank you for your kind words John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect get away place

Nice and comfortable place, close to Chch but far enough away to feel like you are in the country. Well set up.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nut Point Delights

A lovely retreat loved by all including our dog. Clean woth good water pressure (hot water) and efficient heat pump for the chilly nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2025
Thank you all John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nut Point cottage

Lovely property - helpful owners. Peaceful and quiet and just what we were after. Thanks very much to John.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thank you , was a pleasure hosting you John
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good for kids + dog

This was a great place to stay on our recent trip to Christchurch. The cottage is modern and warm on the inside and located in lovely grounds that we would have loved to explore more if the weather was better. It’s not in town but still close enough to enjoy all the Christchurch attractions while visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nut point

Great spot, very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2024
Was a real pleasure to host you Thank you John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home Away From Home

Lovely to arrive at Nut Point Cottage. Lovely and warm. Comfy beds. Secluded and private grounds. Nut Point Cottage is our preferred place to stay when we are in Christchurch. Thank you John
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
And you are all always welcomed here John
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely little cottage

Lovely little cottage, which was perfect for our short stay, suitable for animals and we loved that we were able to bring our dog with us. House was suitable, however could do with a really good clean, is very sheltered so gets minimal sun which contributes to a dampness feeling and spots of mould that come along with this. Had everything we needed and the general feel of it was lovely. We would stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2024
THANK YOU !!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

The location was spot on for our stay. It was an easy drive into Christchurch or West Melton which had everything we needed. The situation was quiet and private and the property had all the conveniences for our stay of 8 days. A relaxing and pleasant outdoor area was very welcome. Communication with management was prompt and clear. I will definitely be booking this accommodation again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2024
Was our pleasure to host you Thank you John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A slice of paradise

Beautifully presented quaint three-bedroom cottage with stunning gardens only a 15min drive to Christchurch city centre. Friendly and welcoming host that left extra treats that were appreciated by us all during our stay. We enjoyed having cups of tea and coffee in the garden while the children warmed to the beautiful horses next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2022
was a great pleasure to host you, such lovely and tidy people Thank you !!!! John
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Thinks could be better

No loilet brush,internet very poor,next to no phone coverage,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2022
Hi Allen , Toilet brush is in its place ( one just needs to bend over to see it) As for the infrastructure of internet and cell phone cover in NZ i'm afraid we have no control over. all the best and thank you for staying with us John
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Not as advertised

Communication with the property manager was clear and concise. Easy access. What was extremely disheartening was the building itself. Not a Cottage but a placed prefab building. Green moss covered the majority of the exterior. No garden unless you clarify it as a native garden. Also we booked for a 3 bedroom cottage as we were a group of 3 separate adults. We arrived to find one queen bedroom and a second bedroom with 2 singles. The final bedroom was locked. We booked the property for 3 bedrooms not to share. Otherwise everything was well maintained if not dated. So in conclusion great people but poor property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2022
Hi Rowan Apologies for having a native garden and native NZ bush. Pity you couldn't be bothered with using the 3 brm or expressed any concerns while visiting while there is a key to the 3 brm on site if needed at any rate all the best and have a lovely 2023 John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot and environs

A lovey cottage, clean and well provisioned on the inside. Beautiful gardens and walkways on the grounds. John was great and easy to deal with. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Well appointed and offering a range of activities in the area.

Comfortable, warm and all we needed for the two nights stay. The only comment was perhaps the steps into the main entrance could have a rail to help especially for those with mobility as an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nut Point Cottage was beautifully presented and very welcoming. It was very easy to stay in.

John replied to enquiry promptly and was very helpful. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Many thanks and hope to see you again John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage and Super Convenient

Really nice cottage exceeded our expectations and wonderfully convenient to our wedding down the road at Langdale Winery
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Was lovely to host you thank you John
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