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Escape - A Tranquil Retreat For Two
Cottage in Ferniehurst with kitchen and fireplace
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10 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
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Hurunui, Mendip Hills
- Place, Cheviot Library19 min drive
- Place, Two Rivers Gallery20 min drive
- Place, Cheviot Museum20 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Escape - A Tranquil Retreat For Two
From one of our reviewers... "A very special country retreat". We couldn't have said it better. We look forward to welcoming you.
Leader Valley Cottage is a lovingly restored 1900's cottage nestled within a beautifully established garden, set in the Leader Valley. It is located within the scenic Alpine Pacific Triangle which includes Hanmer Springs, Waipara and Kaikoura.
The cottage has one large bedroom with ensuite, open-plan living and dining room, a cosy sitting room and a fully equipped kitchen, with its own private terrace and BBQ facilities. Surrounded by stunning luscious gardens with an enchanting private courtyard.
The cottage is set in a secluded location 17 km from Cheviot, which has a supermarket, restaurants and cafes. Christchurch Airport is a 1.5 -2 hour drive away.
Perfect for a weekend getaway set in the heart of the Alpine Triangle .. conveniently placing you within an hour of; hot-pools in Hanmer Springs, whale-watching in Kaikoura, ski-ing at Mt Lyford, wineries in Waipara, surfing in Gore Bay or fishing at our local Waiau River.
With so many activities you are spoilt for choice, or you may prefer to appreciate the peace and tranquility our cottage provides. Whatever you choose to do, you can return to a warm and cosy evening in front of our Bakers Oven fireplace which also gives you the unique opportunity to cook a meal in!
Special conditions:
- Children under the age of 2 years are welcome, a crib can be provided if requested.
- Please inform Leader Valley Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance.
- A fully equipped kitchen is provided, and we suggest you purchase any food and beverages before your stay. We are located 17km from Cheviot which has a supermarket, restaurants and cafes which generally close between 5 - 6.30pm.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)
Leader Valley Cottage is a lovingly restored 1900's cottage nestled within a beautifully established garden, set in the Leader Valley. It is located within the scenic Alpine Pacific Triangle which includes Hanmer Springs, Waipara and Kaikoura.
The cottage has one large bedroom with ensuite, open-plan living and dining room, a cosy sitting room and a fully equipped kitchen, with its own private terrace and BBQ facilities. Surrounded by stunning luscious gardens with an enchanting private courtyard.
The cottage is set in a secluded location 17 km from Cheviot, which has a supermarket, restaurants and cafes. Christchurch Airport is a 1.5 -2 hour drive away.
Perfect for a weekend getaway set in the heart of the Alpine Triangle .. conveniently placing you within an hour of; hot-pools in Hanmer Springs, whale-watching in Kaikoura, ski-ing at Mt Lyford, wineries in Waipara, surfing in Gore Bay or fishing at our local Waiau River.
With so many activities you are spoilt for choice, or you may prefer to appreciate the peace and tranquility our cottage provides. Whatever you choose to do, you can return to a warm and cosy evening in front of our Bakers Oven fireplace which also gives you the unique opportunity to cook a meal in!
Special conditions:
- Children under the age of 2 years are welcome, a crib can be provided if requested.
- Please inform Leader Valley Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance.
- A fully equipped kitchen is provided, and we suggest you purchase any food and beverages before your stay. We are located 17km from Cheviot which has a supermarket, restaurants and cafes which generally close between 5 - 6.30pm.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 and a first aid kit
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ferniehurst
Located in Ferniehurst, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Stewart and Mount Cookson, while Cheviot Museum and Two Rivers Gallery are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

Hurunui, Mendip Hills
What's nearby
- Cheviot Library - 19 min drive - 29.2 km
- Two Rivers Gallery - 20 min drive - 29.5 km
- Cheviot Museum - 20 min drive - 29.5 km
- Knox Presbyterian Church - 20 min drive - 29.9 km
- Kaikoura Beach - 58 min drive - 72.3 km
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by RaelynW3
What makes this property unique
Located within the scenic Alpine Pacific Triangle close to Hanmer Springs, Waipara and Kaikoura.
Surrounded by large gardens with lots of bird sound and has featured in the Hurunui Garden Festival
Surrounded by large gardens with lots of bird sound and has featured in the Hurunui Garden Festival
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