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Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve

Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve

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Front of house
The house is one of two set in a large garden
Living room
Living room
Living room

Overview of Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Karitane, Otago
  • Popular LocationWarrington Beach16 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Otago22 min drive
  • Popular LocationLarnach Castle46 min drive
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve

The cottage is very comfortable and warm, normally used for our overseas guests, and sleeps 5.

Two night minimum stay.

The cottage has a double bed and bunks, and also a small single bed. The sleeping area is essentially one large bedroom, with an alcove where the bunkbeds are.

(This means the house can sleep five: in a double bed, a single bed and two bunk beds.) There is also a cot in the bedroom.

This property is set within the historic Truby King reserve, site of the old Seacliff asylum. It is an extraordinary woodland and it is locally known as "the enchanted forest". There are many easy walks in the reserve.

If you walk five minutes up the hill you get spectacular views of Otago peninsula and Karitane. It is five minutes drive to both Karitane and Warrington beaches, which are safe for swimming and surfing. At Karitane there is a fine walk round the peninsula and the cheese factory is nearby.

There is a woodburner in the living room, and firewood is supplied.

It is an easy, scenic 25 minute drive to Dunedin.

PLEASE NOTE: Though some maps and GPS systems show that the Seacliff end of Russell Road is accessible from Highway 1, it is not. When coming to our cottage, you must travel to Seacliff via Karitane or Warrington, and along Coast Road.

The cottage is one of two well separated houses on the property. We like to leave our guests alone for their stay, but please wear a mask and knock on our door if there are any issues.

Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only. Bench provided!

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to:
Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave.
Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillowslips). Dishtowels are supplied.

Property manager

Mary

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a bench outside the front door.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seacliff

Located in Seacliff, this holiday home is in a rural area. Olveston and Dunedin Railways are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bush Creek Trail and Speight's Brewery. Travelling with kids? Consider Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking nearby.
Map
Karitane, Otago

What's nearby

  • Warrington Beach - 16 min drive
  • University of Otago - 22 min drive
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 24 min drive
  • The Octagon - 25 min drive
  • Larnach Castle - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 36 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fish Inn - 12 min drive
  • Blueskin Gallery - 10 min drive
  • Blueskin Nurseries & Cafe - 10 min drive
  • Harvest Moon Cafe - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Seacliff cottage - in a beautiful historic reserve located?

This family-friendly Seacliff holiday home is located in a rural location, 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Warrington Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Doctors Point and Orokonui Ecosanctuary. Holy Trinity Church and Port Chalmers Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
Loved the house, felt incredibly homey and comfortable. Facilities were easy to use and maintained to a high standard! Super close to the Truby King Reserve which is lovely for an early morning walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We enjoy staying at the seacliff cottage. Great orchard behind the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gillian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exploring Seacliff
This was a quaint homely comfortable cottage to stay in ideally suited for us to experience a taste of holidaying in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique stay
We stayed for pink. Was nice and peaceful stay. The host was super nice and easy to talk to. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clive A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Nostalgic cottage and within easy reach of Dunedin and surrounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary

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What makes this property unique

Sunny, cosy and peaceful. No extra charge for weekends or for more than 2 guests!
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