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Property grounds
Property grounds
Little Lightening
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hastings District, Hastings
  • Place, Frimley Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cornwall Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay

Comfortable, convenient, close to city center, country cottage - with 2 cute mini ponies! 4 bedrooms make it a perfect base for an enjoyable Hawkes Bay stay for families, friends or colleagues.

Situated down a quiet, no-exit, tree lined road, nestled in a pretty garden and surrounded by orchards, paddocks and vineyards, yet only 5 minutes to Splash Planet, Sports Park, Farmers Market, and central Hastings.
(15 minutes to Napier)

Four bedrooms - all with nice views.
Two bathrooms: one has a spa bath shower and a bay window overlooking a private garden, the other has a shower and washing machine.

The open plan lounge - dining - kitchen has a lovely view over the garden and paddock to the apple orchard The kitchen is fully equipped and has a full sized fridge, dishwasher, eye level oven, ceramic top stove and a microwave.

After watching the sunrise while enjoying breakfast on the patio you can go for a walk or cycle, explore the numerous wineries and restaurants.

An air conditioner/ heat pump will ensure you are comfortable regardless of the weather. Guests are welcome to cool off in our pool on hot days.

Whether you are visiting Hawke's Bay for business or pleasure you will leave feeling relaxed and refreshed and looking forward to your next visit.

**Special rates for longer stays - please ask in "comments"
Ideal for business trips or when relocating to Hawkes Bay as well as holidays.
Special conditions:
To keep cottage fresh for future guests:
*No smokers
*Please remove dirty/muddy footwear before entry to keep carpets clean

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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:
Start the dishwasher
Please turn off airconditioning and heated towel rails.
Please leave used towels in bathrooms.
We hope you have enjoyed your stay. We always look forward to giving and receiving perfect reviews. Travel safely. Totsiens (till we see you again!)
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Hastings

Tomoana, a neighbourhood in Hastings, is home to this cottage. Hawke's Bay Opera House and Birdwoods Gallery are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park, or consider a night out at Napier Soundshell. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Hastings District, Hastings

What's nearby

  • Frimley Park - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cornwall Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Splash Planet - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jarks Cityside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Three Wise Birds Garden Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Omahu Road - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay on 1 June 2026 start from AU$188, 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.

Is Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Dewdrop Cottage - a very special place to stay located?

Located in Tomoana, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Frimley Park, Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park and Cornwall Park. Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital and Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David & Kaye P.

GREAT

Just what we were looking for and highly recommended. Lost of parking and a wonderful host
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Our time at Dewdrop

Our second time to Hastings staying at Dewdrop Cottage and its become our place to go. We love that there is space for friends to drop in and share a meal with us. It's clean, tidy and with nice rooms for privacy...and a lovely owner
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Beautiful little cottage

We had a wonderful stay at Dewdrop Cottage. It is clean, cozy and comfortable, a real home away from home. Fabulous hosts who let our daughter ride one of their horses. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a stunning location among the apple orchards and vineyards of Hawkes Bay. We enjoyed two weeks at the lovely Dew Drop Cottage, although with 4 bedrooms its more like a house than your typical cottage. The place is fabulously comfortable from the two recliner couches in the living room, to the luxurious beds, two bathrooms and a wonderful kitchen with every amenity you need to cook at home. There is a large BBQ on the deck, an outdoor dining table and a couple of loungers to enjoy the sunshine. We were supplied with milk, juice, cookies, a bottle of wine and plenty of apples from the orchard. We thoroughly enjoyed feeding carrots to Lightening, the pony, and the big racehorse. Wendy & John are very personable hosts and we enjoyed talking to them during our stay. This accommodation lacks for nothing and we highly recommend this lovely house in the countryside. It really is a slice of heaven here!! Thank you for hosting us and I hope we make it back one day. Susan & Blair
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

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

Perfect family getaway!

The property was the perfect size and location for our needs. 4 adults and 3 kids. Lots of toys for the kids to stay occupied. Lots of room to run around. Nice quiet place to relax and close to activities. Totally recommend this getaway. 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber N.

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

Fabulous Getaway

This property was well maintained, clean and well serviced. Hosts Wendy and John were delightful to deal with. The setting and rural outlook made for a very peaceful stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Dew Drop Cottage

Fantastic place, location and hosts, it was all we had hoped for and we will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April P.

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

Wonderful stay at Drewdrop Cottage

Drewdrop Cottage was the perfect location for our three- generation family holiday. Our three year old loved the “unicorn” - pony, the pool and the many toys. We all loved the peaceful view and the comfort and cleanliness at Drewdrop cottage, we would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

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

Orchard/ farm setting

Ideal stay away with a bit of everything for family. We were a three generations group enjoying time together. Something for everyone to enjoy; a pool, animals, toys, lovely sheltered outdoor area. Perfect all round
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joohwan K.

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

Great place and host!

Very happy with our stay at Dewdrop Cottage! Very convenient location just outside of Hastings, super friendly and helpful host, and cute animals!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

Lovely accommodation

Great place to stay. Lovely accommodation with great location. Nice and quiet surroundings but close to shops and restaurants. Very friendly and helpful hosts with great attention to detail. Would recommend this place to everyone, specially families with children.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon E.

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

Very relaxing

Great property to relax at with plenty of space. Hosts are always friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

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

Comfortable & Homely

A large group of myself and friends stayed here, it was great and spacious! Had a swim in the pool when it was hot. Hosts are friendly and accommodating. Short drive to Havelock North. We stayed here for the purpose of going to Nest Fest as well which was a short taxi ride away which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheng C.

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

Fab place awesome people

Fab place awesome people.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Good location to various places in the Hawkes Bay and nice tidy property.

Good location to various places in the Hawkes Bay and nice tidy property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Lovely place to stay, very peaceful

Great trip away, lovely property in a quiet location. Great communication with owners, also very friendly and helpful when we arrived. Happy to recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Great

The cottage is lovely and in a beautiful setting. Wendy is a great host. Our children enjoyed the horses and dogs etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

Beautiful views and lovely home

Lovely place to stay, especially if you have children. Very close to everything. Wendy and John were very friendly and made us all feel right at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Spacious beautiful country cottage

Wendy and John are wonderful hosts and Dewdrop Cottage is the perfect base for a holiday in Hawke’s Bay. We loved the views over the flowers to the paddocks, feeding the horses, the strong water pressure and the genuinely friendly hosts who live about 50 metres away in a separate house on the same property. The kitchen is well equipped and the linen is high quality. We are a family of 4 and stayed 10 nights and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sammy L.

5 stars, was great

Had an awesome time, such a lovely house. Definitely would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jan Pieter d.

Lovely property!

Lovely property! Lots to do!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

The location was excellent, rural and quiet but handy to Hastings, Havelock and Napier.

The location was excellent, rural and quiet but handy to Hastings, Havelock and Napier.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elise F.

Cozy house in a very nice area!

Cozy house in a very nice area! Went for walks with the little ones and they enjoyed the dog, the horses and the apple farm! Very nice to have games and toys in the house! Everything you need of kitchen equipment and such is provided. Felt very welcome when the owner came with fruit and showed us everything in the house. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Dew drop cottage We spent 5 fantastic days at the cottage!

Dew drop cottage We spent 5 fantastic days at the cottage! The house is lovely and has all modern comforts, including a large bathtub, Netflix and air conditioning. The orchard and gardens are great for young children to run around in and have fun – and the horses are very friendly! We were very lucky to spend some time with Wendy and her family who made us feel welcome from the get-go and were full of good advice regarding what to do in the Bay. We really can’t recommend the cottage enough!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

House was well maintained, very clean and homey.

House was well maintained, very clean and homey.

About the host

Hosted by Wendy

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What makes this property unique

Lovely rural setting on a tree lined culdesac on edge of Hastings and only 15 min to Napier

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English
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