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Cottage with covered deck
Hammock in the orchard
External bath
Bathroom
Kitchette

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Whanganui
  • Bushy Park Homestead & Forest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Mowhanau Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Castlecliff Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Nut Cottage

Step back in time to this 70s-inspired cottage set in its own private orchard near Bushy Park.

Enjoy the luxury of soaking in a hot bath on the covered deck, whatever the weather. Perfect for couples wanting to get away from it all, or small families. You can be completely private or wander round the working walnut farm with its extensive gardens and menagerie.

Please note that while cottage has a kitchenette, there is also a firepit and BBQ outside. In keeping with the vintage theme, the cottage has a well stocked library, plenty of board games and DVDs (sorry no wifi or TV reception). While we may not have all the mod cons but actually, that's what our guests prefer! It’s a great place to dial things back and enjoy a slower pace of life with the farms seasonal variety.

The cottage has private drive access and use of it's own orchard block, complete with hammock swinging in the shade of walnut trees. Pets are welcome, please note along with our stock we also have farm dogs. The dogs are usually working with us and are locked up at night but they will greet you when you arrive (and possibly when using the BBQ).

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
We can provide extra external tables and seating.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Dogs are welcome, but under control due to stock.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
As we are a rural property, please don't dispose of wet wipes or sanitary products in the toilet
Please use the rubbish and recycle bins provided.
You are welcome to walk around the farm but please avoid going in paddocks were gates are closed.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: We can provide extra external tables and seating.
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Kai Iwi

Located in Kai Iwi, this cottage is in a rural area. Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bason Botanic Gardens and Ward Observatory. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours and other activities like birdwatching.
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Whanganui

What's nearby

  • Bushy Park Homestead & Forest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mowhanau Beach - 20 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Bason Botanic Gardens - 22 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Virginia Lake - 24 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Castlecliff Beach - 30 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Windermere Farms Of Wanganui - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bushy Park - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Nut Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-out at Nut Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nut Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bushy Park Homestead & Forest and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Mowhanau Beach. Virginia Lake and Bason Botanic Gardens are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Your host

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After travelling and working widely I returned to look after the family farm. It's a peaceful place which I am happy to share with guests.

Why they chose this property

Whanganui has a mild climate and a laid back feel. We are next to the bird santurary - Bushy Park and there are hiking / biking trails further up the road. Saturday's Riverside Market in is a great place to shop and the Sargent Art Gallery is worth seeing while you are in town. Kai Iwi beach is 20 mins drive and the nearby Botanical Gardens are also a great place to visit.

What makes this property unique

This is a mature walnut orchard run on organic / sustainably. Our parklike grounds are home to numerous native birds and we have planted a mix of additional trees to provide suitable habitat and food for them. As well as walnuts we grow a mix of fruit which you are welcome to pick when in season.

We have chosen to keep the cottage low tech as our visitors come to get away from busy lives and prefer it that way.
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