Peaceful country cottage close to town

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Whangarei, Northland

Mair Park

6 min drive

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

6 min drive

Pou

6 min drive

Whangarei (WRE)

21 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchenette

Garden

About this property

Our property is located in the Whau Valley, situated between the Kamo township and Whangarei Central so there are plenty of options to eat and shop, though it is a one minute drive to the nearest dairy, bakery and very good takeaways

A 20 minute walk to the end of the road you will find your self at the picturesque Whau Valley Dam, which supplies our town, you can sit and take in the scenery or find the tracks around the waters edge and go for a wander.

An easy 7 minutes drive into Whangarei Central you'll arrive at the town basin, known for its cafes, loop walk and the new Hundertwasser museum. The many fantastic Tutukaka Coastal bays and the expansive Oceans Beach at Whangarei Heads are approximately 45 minutes away. The Whangarei Falls are well worth the 10 minute drive.

The cottage is situated at the back of our section but separated by a creek you will have privacy. There is an unheated pool for your use and feel free to feed your food scraps to our family of forever hungry eels.

Check in is 4pm and check out is mid day but please ask as I am always flexible if an alternative is available.

Property manager

Sarah Taylor

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Ocean view

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You can smoke and vape outside, using the ash tray provided.

Please do not flush sanitary products or wipes etc. The toilet will not accept them nicely!

We can probably accommodate most check in and out times, please ask in advance.

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

About the area

Whangarei

Whau Valley, a neighbourhood in Whangarei, is home to this cottage. Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Library Arts Centre and Reyburn House. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

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Whangarei, Northland

What's nearby

Whangarei Quarry Gardens - 6 min drive
Botanica & Cafler Park - 7 min drive
Whangarei Falls - 7 min drive
Whangarei Art Museum - 7 min drive
Town Basin Marina - 9 min drive

Getting around

Whangarei (WRE) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪The Butter Factory - ‬7 min drive
‪Soda Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful country cottage close to town have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Peaceful country cottage close to town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful country cottage close to town?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful country cottage close to town?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Peaceful country cottage close to town located?

Located in Whau Valley, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Whangarei Quarry Gardens, Mair Park and Pou. Old Library Arts Centre and Claphams Clock Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Kirstie-Lee W.

22 Mar 2024

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

Calm & Quiet

Great space for our 3 nights in Whangarei. A peaceful & calming environment especially with the little creek. A lovely, clean & private guest house. We will definitely stay here again if we visit Whangarei in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

22 Dec 2023

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

Delightful stay

We wished we could have stayed longer as it was the most delightful cottage in a peaceful setting. Very well equipped with every comfort. Sarah is a great host!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

21 Apr 2023

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

Peace and Quiet

A perfect place, close to town, yet looking out from the deck at the end of a stressful day you would never know this. Your view is of birds, trees, fields, and the lovely sound of the running streams. We are so thankful we picked this place to stay. Thank you.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

26 July 2024

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

Cute cottage

Great place for a couple to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

2 May 2024

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

Highly Recommended

Quiet and peaceful environment. Great cottage. Private, clean and comfy. Beautiful garden and creek nearby. Sarah was helpful and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

27 Jan 2024

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

Unwind time

Perfect place for us to relax before we exited the country

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

24 Jan 2024

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

Lovely cottage, lovely stay

The cottage was perfect for us, had everything we needed and was very comfy. Sarah was easy to communicate with and quick to offer ways to make our stay easy and pleasing. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G., Vernon BC Canada

16 Jan 2024

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

Stay in this cute cottage

We enjoyed staying in this cute cottage in a beautiful garden. It had everything we needed. Sarah and Steve were helpful and caring hosts. Sarah did our laundry! What a bonus and very thoughtful. They helped with local places to explore. Terrific place that you will love too.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

24 Nov 2023

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

Week stay

I was here to visit family. This place was a wonderful peaceful retreat. It was nice and quiet with beautiful gardens. A lovely walk to the Dam.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick and Katie F.

23 Oct 2023

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

Patrick & Katie. Auckland

We loved it!! It’s a little piece of country paradise; so quiet and peaceful with lots of greenery, yet town is not that far away. The cottage has a modern look, very nicely decorated and so clean and crisp with everything you need. Sarah was a great host. We liked the extra gestures; cookies and muffins, thank you. We would definitely come back and stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

29 Sept 2023

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

Peaceful

Beautiful relaxed atmosphere an very private.. Lovely cottage, clean with all you need, close to everything...Great hosts very welcoming...

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

21 Aug 2023

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

"Excellent Accommodation: Great Host, Clean, and Quiet"

Quiet and private cottage in a large garden out the back of the main home. We were greeted with a warm personal welcome, umbrella by the entrance (it was raining) and little extras like chocolate and muesli and muffins. Very very clean and tastefully decorated. Great deck overlooking the expansive garden and a bubbling brook. The communication was superb with clear instructions and friendly check-ins. Totally recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

28 Mar 2023

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

Fantastic cottage in Beautiful Setting

We were very impressed by this idyllic cottage in a gorgeous garden setting. The cleanliness and furnishings were perfect. The extra touches of home made cookies, fresh eggs, bread & milk were a delightful surprise. So well appointed - exceeded our expectations. The hosts are super approachable and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael Bernhard E.

23 Mar 2023

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

Little Paradise

We have been warmly welcomed. The nice garden house is well equipped with love and we even found bread, butter, eggs, chocolate and cookies for us available. The garden is beautyful. A little wooden bridge (illuminated by night) over an idyllic little stream leads to the part of the garden, where the house with terrasse is located. It is a beautyful place with very kind hosts in a part of NZ that has several highlights. - Highly recommendable!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Taylor

Hi I'm Sarah and my partner is Steve, we are excited to share our unique property with you and aim to provide a chilled and relaxed experience for all.