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Seafield Cottage for total relaxation and privacy. A perfect place to reconnect.

Cottage in Puketapu with fitness centre and Hot tub

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Beautiful redwood cottage, peaceful and private with stunning views to enjoy.
Outdoor dining
Outdoor spa tub
A perfect winter getaway. Hot spa, stunning view and a complimentary wine.
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Park Island Sports Complex
  • Place, Mission Estate Winery
  • Place, Church Road Winery
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Seafield Cottage for total relaxation and privacy. A perfect place to reconnect.

Seafield Cottage is a luxurious escape built with our guests in mind. With stunning rural and sea views, the cottage is minutes away from most popular Hawkes Bay locations.
We provide a comprehensively stocked kitchen with generous breakfast essentials. Fresh farm eggs, bread, milk, butter, our own honey, jams etc. The 1.5 hectare property has been extensively planted with New Zealand native trees, shrubs, flax and edibles. Relax in the spectacular garden with a book from the library, or enjoy a walk around the hillsides to take in the panoramic Hawkes Bay view. Observe the tame native birdlife from the sumptuous couch on the deck that looks out at the valley and sea.
Our new gorgeous addition is a purpose built gym/yoga studio to help you achieve health and wellbeing on your relaxing holiday.
Help yourself to anything seasonal that is in the gardens or orchards. Complete your stress free day by soaking in the private spa with a complimentary bottle of wine.
We have tried to think of everything you need when away for a romantic get away. There is an outside fire to enjoy if it's chilly. A private Bar B Que area. Numerous areas on the property to sit and contemplate life. The cottage has a smart TV and quality magazines to fill in any spare time you might have. We like you to treat the cottage as home while you are here.
Special conditions:
All linen supplied including robes for your comfort to the spa pool.
Shampoo, conditioner, Shower gel, shower caps etc.
Special local bottle of wine included.
Generous Breakfast ingredients supplied


Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included); pantry essentials (included).

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please leave all doors and windows shut with keys on hook inside.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Puketapu

Located in Puketapu, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Petane Domain and Eskdale Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Esk Valley Olives and Oils and Faraday Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Park Island Sports Complex or McLean Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Puketapu, NAPIER

What's nearby

  • Westshore Beach - 9 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Park Island Sports Complex - 10 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Mission Estate Winery - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Church Road Winery - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Marine Parade - 16 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Westshore Beach Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪BP - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taradale Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Westshore Fish Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seafield Cottage for total relaxation and privacy. A perfect place to reconnect. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seafield Cottage for total relaxation and privacy. A perfect place to reconnect.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Seafield Cottage for total relaxation and privacy. A perfect place to reconnect.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seafield Cottage for total relaxation and privacy. A perfect place to reconnect.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seafield Cottage for total relaxation and privacy. A perfect place to reconnect. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Petane Domain, Park Island Sports Complex and Mission Estate Winery. Church Road Winery and Eskdale Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 205 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kian L.

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

Wonderful get away

Lovely property with complete privacy - Beautiful sunrise and stargazing in the spa pool. Looking forward to the opportunity of staying again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex F.

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

Gorgeous quiet getaway

A wondeful tranquil location with amazing hosts. A perfect place to unwind and relax amongst the birds and hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Hosts

This is a wonderful place to relax and explore the Napier area. The house is on a beautiful piece of property. When we arrived there were provisions in the fridge and Sheryl welcomed us. It was a very pleasant experience and we felt very comfortable throughout our stay. We were sad to leave.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianne H.

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

A little patch of paradise

This was our second visit to the cottage. Such a lovely spot for a little get away. We love the view, privacy and facilities that the cottage offers. The cottage is small and compact but has absolutely everything that you need. We nave decided that we will have to be sure to come back annually :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey d.

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

Absolutely perfect

Exactly what I was hoping for, very relaxed and quiet and comfortable . Our host was really great and answered any queries we had. The spa was sublime. An excellent place to stay and we intend to return before too long. Really appreciated the food and the refreshments left for us in the fridge. As it was a special birthday this was an absolute treat. Thank you. Tracey
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

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

The Ultimate R & R

What an absolute gem we were lucky to find for our 2 night getaway to enjoy the Robbie Williams concert and just to press pause for a moment. Paul and Cheryl Seafield Cottage is a credit to you both and you have thought of everything. Your warmth and hospitality is equally matched with utmost privacy to enjoy your stay at this beautiful spot. You went over and beyond with helping us with transport and we can’t thank you enough. These two people are true gems! And we couldn’t recommend this place highly enough. Thank you x
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, very comfortable little home. Very nice host. We picked some vegies and made an omelette with the eggs Sheryl provided, great way to start the morning. We highly recommend the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

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Absolutely stunning. Seafield Cottage and where it is situated is beautiful. The outdoor spa was lovely and the thoughtful touches of bread, eggs, milk, wine and condiments were greatly appreciated. It was easy to switch off and relax watching the tuis and listening to the lambs.Sheryl was an amazing host and although lives close by, we had total privacy.We will definitely be syaing again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 2 night stay was very relaxing and peaceful. What a beautiful peace of paradise. Listening to the birds and reconnecting with nature felt very restful and good for the soul. Sheryl was a lovely and thoughtful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imogen S.

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

Amazing!!!

What a truly amazing stay! The cottage was absolutely perfect, we loved the fire, spa pool, gardens, fresh fruit, and most of all that fabulous view! Also couldn’t go without mentioning how comfy the bed is. All in all a perfect stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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Lovely peaceful place

Thanks so much Sheryl, we had a wonderful time, your property is gorgeous, and your garden equally beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing accommodation!!!

Seafield Cottage is an absolutely beautiful place to stay! Soooo relaxing! Sheryl and Paul were amazing hosts that provided EVERYTHING to make our stay unforgettable! Seafield Cottage definitely sets the bar for all accomadations to come for us....we cant wait to one day come back to New Zealand and again stay at Seafield Cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

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

Relaxing retreat

Beautiful and well cared for property, would recommend to everyone, absolutely loved the place . Well equipped cottage, the host has thought of every detail for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maymei C.

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Wonderful Stay!

I stayed here for two weeks and the experience was wonderful. Sheryl was such a welcoming and lovely host and accommodated us with whatever we needed or asked for. It was comfortable and the view and surrounding area was beautiful to experience, especially in the hot tub! Staying here was worth the extra bit of distance from Napier and Hastings because it felt so removed from the city and had lots of peace and quiet (including the occasional distant bleat of sheep or moos!). Because my partner and I are total homebodies, it was a nice place to experience and appreciate the nature in NZ on the days we didn't go out. I highly recommend staying here, especially if you have or plan to rent a car!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

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

Gorgeous retreat

We had a fabulous stay at Seafield cottage. We absolutely loved the views and the sounds of nature around the cottage. Its a fabulous stay if you're wanting a little retreat out of the hustle and bustle of evryday life. Sheryl was a lovely host and was very accommodating for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Awesome

In my wife's words: "To Goatee and Pigey, This was real paradise. We really enjoyed our stay. Your hospitality was way over expectations. Thank you for your kindness."
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

eddie s.

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

Second Stay!

Beautiful property and clean rental. Second time my partner and I stayed here. Both times for around 10 nights.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Y.

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Awesome retreat

Property excedded our expectations, absolutely awesome accomadation and setting. Friendly host met us to show us around then left us to it. Best private accomadation I have ever stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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Dreamy dreamy dreamy

Loved staying here for the weekend. Was so gorgeous & safe feeling. Made as many trips to the hot tub as we could! Couldn’t get enough of the view. Sheryl & Paul are legends, thank you for making us feel right at home. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey W.

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A great place for a restful break

This property is comfotable and welcoming. The host really makes it a home from home, they have many personal touches to make your stay a good one. The property is peaceful, quiet and with no light polution , a great place to sit out under the stars. There are so many places on the property to sit with very different outlooks, you will always have a place to rest.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

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

Amazing holiday

This was easily one of the best places we've ever stayed at. Impeccable, functional, and stunning. The host (Sheryl) was friendly, kind, and helpful. She gave us our space, but was always on hand to help if needed. We will definitely come back if we can. I cannot say enough nice things about this gem of a place. 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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Outstanding location for those who desire bliss

I cannot possibly praise this place enough! The photos do not do it justice. Sheryl communicated with us perfectly prior to arrival and in even more detail when she knew she would not able to meet us on site as planned. In her absence, her husband, Paul, greeted us and was kind enough to show us around the property, giving us a bit of the history behind its evolution. What he and Sheryl have created in the landscape, the gardens, the decor and amenities in the unit itself are astounding. We had a long day getting there from Nelson and didn't arrive until after 5 PM. The fridge was stocked with enough goodies for us to make a light dinner and hearty breakfast. Every kitchen and bath detail one could wish for was available. The most comfortable robes you'll ever find got us to and from the nearby hot tub to relax under the full moon. And the morning sunrise greeted us through the windows/doors on the front of the building. The sounds of Tui and other birds feeding from the deck were delightful. (I think I even had a personal relationship going with the really fat Tui.) Our stay was too short. Please plan your stay to include at least 3-4 nights. Our next regret was in not getting to meet Sheryl, the artist who planned, designed and created the gardens which provided absolute zen with every view and breath.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

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Charlotte & Jon

Amazing stay we loved every minute and the location was perfect. The cottage was absolutely stunning and everything you needed was there. Sheryl was such a lovely host and made sure everything was perfect for our stay we will definitely be back x
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin e.

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Fabulous haven for relaxation in comfort

A magnificent country setting and a very well appointed cottage make this a truly special place to stay. The owners could not have been more helpful, yet give you total privacy in the accommodation. Excellent facilities. A well appointed kitchen, modern bathroom, and very comfortable bed all add to the experience. Wandering round the beautiful gardens, and soaking in the hot tub add extra bonus points to this truly amazing place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

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Relaxing Break

Can't recommend this enough as just fabulous for our goal of a relaxing wee break. Views fantastic, Host accommodating yet very respectful of our privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by SHERYLV1

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Old sports people who have played everything. We needed a new challenge which this property provided. We wanted to make a safe, tranquil environment for couples to come and really reconnect and recharge. Our feedback seems to say that we have succeeded in this.
Having come from a stressful corporate background myself, to find a place to take "time out" was paramount. Now sharing it with others is a unique experience, and mutually beneficial.

Why they chose this property

A childhood dream was to have a lifestyle block to grow my own fruit and veges with chooks and furry friends. We have a unique "getaway" and the most pleasure we have is to be able to share this with guests. We came upon this property while it was still in Pine forest. Watching it being felled whilst out cycling. It was a complete bomb site trees debris, stumps, rocks and pinecones. To transform it into my dream has been the best thing we have ever achieved. Looking down at the twinkling sea over the mess was enough to realise "this was the place"...Now with our plantings the native birdlife is returning. Big fat pheasants, wood pigeon, bellbirds, fantails, quail, Tui, friendly ducks etc etc. There is an abundance of fruit and nuts on our trees and we are living the dream.

What makes this property unique

Close to Napier's famous walkways and cycle ways. Stunning views. Peace and quiet to recharge the batteries from the drain of "life" these days. Also close to several top class wineries. The Mission, Church Road, Crab Farm, Linden Estate, Sacred Hill, to name a few.

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