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Railway Cottage - Home away from Home

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Interior
Outdoor dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 695 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Martinborough, Wellington
  • Place, Palliser Estate
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ata Rangi Vineyard
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Martinborough Vineyard

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Railway Cottage - Home away from Home

This lovely cozy retreat is situated in the heart of Martinborough and its surrounding vineyards, cafes, and shops. It's just two minutes walk to the village and an easy walk to some of the best vineyards in the district.

The cottage offers all the charm of yesteryear mixed with modern features and appliances. Railway Cottage's open plan living flows out to a covered deck. The perfect outdoor setting for dining, enjoying the country air or just soaking up the sun with a good book.

If you experience one of those rainy days you can relax in front of the gas fire, entertaining yourself with the selection of DVD's, books and board games available.

There are two mountain bikes available onsite if you are looking for some exercise.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 94-29047577565

About the area

Martinborough

Martinborough is home to this cottage. Muirlea Rise and Palliser Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park.
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Martinborough, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Muirlea Rise - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cambridge Road - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palliser Estate - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tirohana Estate - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poppies - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Medici - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Village Cafe - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Railway Cottage - Home away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home?

As of 28 September 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home on 29 September 2025 start from NZ$379.5, 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.

What time is check-in at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Railway Cottage - Home away from Home located?

Situated in Martinborough, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Muirlea Rise, Palliser Estate and Cambridge Road. Schubert Wines and Ata Rangi Vineyard are also within 15 minutes.

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. 73 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Short Get Away

Lovely little cottage ... we really enjoy our stay ...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Lovely cottage

Great location everything was as expected...a great place to stay in Martinborough
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiley M.

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

Lovely cottage, everything you need, absolutely loved it

Fantastic cottage, highly recommend, everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Just a few mins walk from the square, warm clean and comfortable character villa. Thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

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

Wedding

Was a awesome little cottage it was me hubby youngest son wife and sister and hubby we all pretty big but it accommodated us all ,lovely place would highly recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie B.

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

Highly Recommend

My husband and I had a wonderful stay. The host was easy to communicate with and the location was only a few minutes walk to local restaurants, bars, cafes etc. We had a great time and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

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

A lovely Martinborough retreat

We had a lovely stay at the Railway Cottage! The cottage was very sweet, clean and well equipped. The location is excellent, a few minutes walk away from the center of Martinborough and the host, Cheryl was lovely and very accommodating. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Perfect for a girls weekend

Sheryl is a fantastic host and very accommodating. The Cottage is very comfortable and in a fantastic location - very close to the square. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again. Thanks Sheryl.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian B.

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

Perfect central spot

I'd definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Great spot, cute house

Well kitted out, warm cottage within easy walking distance of town centre & wineries. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

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

Cute cottage

Enjoyed our stay very much, wish we could have stayed longer. Will be back again later in the year for a longer stay. Very relaxing home and so close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tineke V.

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

Perfect cottage stay

Great location, cozy and had everything we needed. Will return !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Perfect Stay

Was beyond impressed with our stay at Railway Cottage. Home was charming and very well maintained and clean. The beds were comfy and exactly what we needed after a long drive. Wish we had been able to stay longer, next time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bette F.

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

Fabulous spot!

We (four friends) stayed at the cottage for a weekend of shopping and laughing and eating. It was a fabulous place to stay - so cozy and warm and comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Beautiful cottage

Lovely for an overnight stay, very comfortable. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Martinborough escape

Very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn S.

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

Great all round stay

The property was clean and very well equipped, indoor and outdoor seating, comfy beds and suited all of our needs. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Belinda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely place!

Lovely property, wish we’d planned to stay longer. A bit on the pricier side but really enjoyed our time and hosts were lovely. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandi W.

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

Martinborough getaway

Lovely cottage. Well appointed, clean, comfortable. We only stayed one night but would love to have a longer trip to enjoy all the amenities! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

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

Perfectly located

Unfortunately it was a very short stay as we arrived after 8pm. Gorgeous house in a fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

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

Great location and charming home

lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

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

Very good

Very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Fantastic little cottage.

Beautiful cottage. Very clean and tidy, walking distance to Martinbourgh main shops and cafes. Grounds are beautiful and would be a great place to stay in the summer months as well. Great communication with the host, Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

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

Delightful Railway Cottage

Comfortable cosy clean and well appointed we found Railway Cottage perfect for our 5-day stay in Martinborough. Conveniently situated just a quick walk from the pretty town square. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherie C.

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

Railway Cottage

Stay was lovely very relaxing. Walking distance to town which was great. Disappointed in not getting door code on arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl Shaw

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