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Exterior detail
Private kitchen
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Dillon Cottage, 3 South St, Nelson, Nelson, 7010
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Nelson Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre

Historic1860's cottage, restored and refurbished with a mixture of the past and the present. Located in Historic South Street, a vibrant community bound by the shared love of days gone by. Relax and immerse yourself in our history. www.historicsouthstreet.co.nz.
Verandah on street front, private sunny courtyard, full kitchen, open plan dining/lounge. Close to restaurants, markets, museum and galleries.
The base rate is for 2 people. Extra adults are charged at $50 per night and children at $25 per night. Please note that Bookabach don’t currently have the ability to automatically differentiate adult vs children pricing as hosts would prefer, but we can update this once the booking is in place. They are working on making discount available for children.

Property manager

Jeanette
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets by arrangement please.
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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

About the area

Nelson

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Nelson City Centre, a neighbourhood in Nelson. South Pacific Distillery and Nelson Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Montgomery Square and Nelson Market. Queens Gardens and Founders Heritage Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nelson, Nelson

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nelson Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Centre of New Zealand Monument - 6 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Penguino Ice Cream Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Flamedaisy Glass Design and Christ Church Cathedral. Nelson Provincial Museum and Fairfield Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shells Y.

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

Nelson experience.

We had a cosy and comfortable two nights at the South Street cottage. The location is central yet quiet. We would definitely love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacky B.

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

Gorgeous place

Loved the little cottage. Jeanette went out of her way to make it easy and special. Great communication too
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

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

Fantastic little house and location

Dillon Cottage is one of the historic cottages in South St, Nelson. It has been meticulously maintained and updated with everything needed for a short stay. We loved the location - walking distance to town, and the parking permit was a bonus. The house was spotlessly clean and our bed was perfectly comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends catching up

So cosy and inviting with many lovely touches and thoughtful pantry items.Loved it al.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

A Moment in Time

The Dillon House was a cottage that I instantly feel in love with, the little picket fence welcoming as I opened the gate. I stepped inside and it felt as if I had stepped back in a time when everything was quiet and filled with wild flowers. The house had been renovated but the historical features were enhanced and every modern convenience supplied. In the kitchen a range-hood sat elegantly, opposite the electric oven, guess what was the more magnificent. The lounge, dining room was spacious and so enviting. We couldnt find a TV at first which was no problem, however, that lovely picture in fact turned into the TV, clever. The first thing my husband greeted me saying in the morning was "Lovely bed,ow so comfy"! so that was a five star to start. Our little dog Kobo loved her holiday at the cottage, spending time smelling the flowers and looking out the picket fence. Thank you for providing this special place, 10 out of 10 would not be enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Absolutely perfection

Beautiful location in South Street, a lovely quiet retreat and had everything going for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

A fabulous little cottage close to historic town center

Such a charming cottage in a great location - easy to walk to old town, easy to park. Loved the history of the cottage and the book with the renovation photos!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

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

Two week holiday in Nelson

Redec villa, 2 bedroom, comfy beds, good hot water and washing machine. Kitchen well resourced. Enjoyed air conditioning on hot summer days - made sleeping easier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara W.

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

Amazing stay in Nelson

We would recommend this property to anyone. Value for money was amazing and also being dog freidnly too made our stay even better having a great place for the whole family. Location was so superb too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Christmas getaway

This is a lovely wee house right in the centre of Nelson. It’s on a very quiet street. The owner was very accommodating and pleasant to deal with we had a great time and will certainly want to return. Can’t recommend it highly enough
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Location, charm and comfort

We spent 4 nights at this charming, historical cottage. It was more than the superb location, utterly charming and comfy cottage - it was the personal touches that made our stay so enjoyable. Fresh flowers and homemade jams were a lovely touch. Communicating with Jeanette was fast and easy. We highly recommend this cottage and we will return !!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Amazing Cottage

Staying in the little cottage was such a unique historical experience. We were right in the centre of everything, and the home had everything you needed. Thank you again, Jeanette.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viv W.

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

Excellent overall experience

This property was perfect for our pre Xmas family get together
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isobella L.

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

great street

very cute cottage close to the CBD
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

joan l.

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

lovely break

perfect place for weekend catch up.Great being able to walk to town . Thoroughly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

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

Just lovely

Cottage was all we'd hoped for - we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Absolutely 💯

Very central and excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Gorgeous wee place

A friend and I stayed at Jeanettes cottage last weekend when we were part of a Drs orchestra course at Nelson Music school. It was absolutely gorgeous, clean, had everything we needed. Heated up quickly with heat pump. Chocolate bars in fridge was a lovely touch! It was within easy walking distance of town centre, and the school of music. I am booked in to stay again later this year and looking forward to it. Jeanette was lovely host and very easy to contact. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Maree D.

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

Fab weekend getaway

We loved this cute stylish cottage and loved the homemade jams and other generous, homely touches. So close to town too! We'll definitely be back! Thanks Jeannette. 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

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

Perfect cottage

Such a great location! It was so lovely to be able to walk to cafes , shops and parks. We had such a relaxing stay. Astro Doggie loved it too. The bed was the most comfortable bed we have experienced in a Bach! We would love to come back! Thank you so much!😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela N.

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

Good on so many levels

Was so pleased to stay in this 1864 cottage, it has been fully updated but is still redolent of its original history. Superbly located, a short charming walk to the top of Trafalgar street and cathedral steps. Parking was easy and it was mostly quiet except when the guy next door was mucking about with a hedge trimmer in his backyard. Parking was easy, lots of nice amenities and great selection on the smart TV. I say it's good on so many levels because it's literally on 4 levels..tread carefully when walking to the loo in the middle of the night! Would totes stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolandi N.

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

Wonderful

This was by far the best place we have stayed in during our 3 week tour of NZ. Unfortunately we have lost our parking permit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Dillon Cottage

A great house and a very helpful owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teddy W., Auckland

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

Perfect location

We were very lucky to stay in this gorgeous historic house, Dillon cottage. In perfect location, at the city centre. House is very clean and cosy. With big living room and modern bedrooms with comfy beds. For us this was the best holiday in Nelson. Thank you for everything, and see you again next summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

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

Our favourite stay ever.

More than we could have hoped for. Quiet, private and comfortable with more than the usual quota of extras (eg. a vase of fresh flowers!) and thoughtfulness that made the stay something else . Along with the novelty of the charming historical road it was so very handy to town /eateries and shopping with little need for the car. We simply loved it .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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