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Quiet, peaceful country cottage

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A sliding glass door leading to a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a chair outside the door.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a potted plant, and a window.
A kitchen with a green backsplash, wooden walls, a window with a view of trees, and a pendant light.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees and a fenced path.
A room with a wooden dining table, two chairs, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Pukekawa, Waikato
  • Place, Hampton Downs Karting Circuit
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Pukekohe Park Raceway
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Navigation Homes Stadium
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Only bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Harry

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Quiet, peaceful country cottage

Fully furnished, self contained, free standing country cottage. 1 bedroom with queen sized bed. Fantastic rural location just 10 minutes from State Highway 1 at Mercer. An hour to Auckland and Hamilton and 20 minutes to the rural town of Pukekohe.
Very quiet, peaceful location on a 6 acre lifestyle block.

Fully furnished, self contained, free standing country cottage. 1 bedroom with queen sized bed. Fantastic rural location just 10 minutes from State Highway 1 at Mercer. An hour to Auckland and Hamilton and 20 minutes to the rural town of Pukekohe.
Very quiet, peaceful location on a 6 acre lifestyle block.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7464234
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
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

About the area

Pukekawa

Located in Pukekawa, this cottage is in a rural area. Maxwell's Golf Retreat and Invivo Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Franklin Pool and Leisure and Rangiriri Heritage Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pukekohe Park Raceway or Navigation Homes Stadium. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and cave exploring nearby.
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Pukekawa, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Hampton Downs Karting Circuit - 20 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Pukekohe Park Raceway - 21 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Navigation Homes Stadium - 24 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Rainbow's End - 36 min drive - 57.9 km
  • Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre - 37 min drive - 58.6 km

Getting around

  • Pukekohe Station - 20 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aoraki Coffee Roaster - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Esquires Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pokeno Bacon Mercer Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Little Riverside Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, peaceful country cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quiet, peaceful country cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, peaceful country cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, peaceful country cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, peaceful country cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Waikato River and within 16 miles (25 km) of Pukekohe Park Raceway and Hampton Downs Karting Circuit. Pukekohe's Pioneer Cottage and Navigation Homes Stadium are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome hosts and the accommodation met all expectations!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely peaceful location

Lovely comfortable space...well equipped... bed super comfy... friendly hosts... highly recommend 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable

Fantastic place. Amazing Host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Great to meet you and glad you enjoyed your stay. Anne and I look forward to hosting yuo again. Thank you for looking after the cottage,
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice little cottage

Even had a friendly Wetta in the bed which made us squirm, but all in all, nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A gorgeous hidden gem

The quaint little cottage and fabulous hosts made our short stay very memorable. Cannot recommend highly enough 🤩
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2023
Thanks Susan and Scott. We thoroughly enjoyed your company. Safe travels. Regards Rod and Anne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Country Cottage

This was just what we were looking for - quiet and rural, but close enough to Auckland that distance/travel wasn't a big factor. Rod and Anne were great hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2023
Excellent guests, a pleasure to have, welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pukekawa Cottage Delight

The cottage was a delightful escape and chance to recharge in a peaceful environment. The hosts were welcoming, warm and attentive.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
Thanks Debbie & Greg. We thoroughly enjoyed having you in the cottage and did not hear you leave when you left for the airport. Many thanks for leaving the cottage so immaculate and we look forward to hosting you again in the future. Regards Anne & Rod
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Have a lovely time with all the animals. It was a great location, and had everything we needed for a weekend away. I just wish I’d finished the jigsaw puzzle!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful tranquility

We loved our brief stay. A beautiful property in the country and so so peaceful. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing country stay

The property is cosy. All was clean with beautiful linen and a very comfy bed. Wonderful friendly host. Warmly welcomed. Really love having the donkey in the paddock. This is our second stay 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and relaxing getaway

Lovely little cottage tucked away in the countryside. Idyllic and warm in winter, cool in summer. This was our 2nd visit and a welcome retreat from the city. Appreciated the milk in the fridge and complimentary chocolate for the evenings, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet safe out of yhe way. Everything that i needed was there. Bed was comfortable. Felt safe leaving my classic car overnight in the car park
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pukekawa Cottage

I found this cottage to be designed with consideration and fulfilled my needs. It was quiet and rural with easy access to surrounding areas, making it convenient for me to visit family and friends. Anne and Rod were attentive hosts while deeply considerate of privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comment on Pukekawa Cottage

In my opinion, this was a thoughtfully conceived accommodation that met my simple needs: everything necessary was provided (as described). The hosts were exceptionally helpful and friendly while absolutely respectful of privacy.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Like many guests we did not have enough time to enjoy their company but they were considerate, thoughtful and left the cottage in a clean and tidy state. They are more than welcome to come again at any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country Charm

A beautifully positioned country cottage surrounded by trees with animals just across the fence. We were very comfortable on a very wet night. The decor was peaceful and encouraged relaxing with a book. The cottage was fully set up with kitchen and laundry - perfect for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2024
Thanks Marilyn, Although you were only here briefly we enjoyed meeting you and hope to see you again sometime. Thank you for looking after the cottage and i regret the weather was not as kind! Regards Anne and Rod
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace & Quiet

Such a beautiful setting for a peaceful, relaxing getaway; the hosts, Anne and Rod were so friendly and engaging...oh, and I can't forget lovely greeting I got from Molly. I will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2024
Thanks Jeff, great to meet you. Welcome back at any time. Regards Anne and Rod
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Could not fault any thing.

Rod and Anne are warm and caring people who welcomed us and made sure we would be totally comfortable during our stay, and we were. Even to the point where they offered to come and collect us if our car broke down. Communication was wonderful. Very clean and comfortable with a fantastic bed. Thankyou for a memorable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
Judy and Graham were fantastic guests. The cottage was left in a very clean and tidy condition. The only complaint we have is that we did not spend more time with them. They are welcome to stay again anytime. Safe travels.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good small cottage

Good clean and quiet cottage. Wi-fi didn't work for us and very little network coverage. We couldn't stay for the duration mainly due to that, as my work rely on active network.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Wedding Retreat

Great little place to stay away from everyone. Took a book and some study as no TV. We did use our phones for back ground noise as there was no radio but we had cellphone coverage on the Spark network. Neat place and very easy to talk with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet, quaint cottage

Lovely little cottage on a lifestyle block. Kitchen well appointed with everything you need for cooking meals. Modern stovetop and oven an added bonus. Loved the decor and the deck protected you from the summer sun.Rod would periodically check in to see if we needed anything, like extra towels. Would stay again as it is a short drive from Auckland and a great place to unwind. stylingdecorothcottage
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2025
Hi. Great to have you as our guests. Hope we did not intrude on your privacy and that you were able to relax as planned. Look forward to hosting you again in the future. Regards Anne and Rod
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Peaceful break away

This cottage was well presented, adequately appointed and very clean. Tucked away in the countryside beside the owners home yet independent of it and secluded from it, the place was quiet and peaceful. No TV was a bonus. Internet was not available and mobile service coverage spasmodic all of which was a bother but for us not a showstopper. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec 2023
Great to have you as guests. I do hope our family Christmas celebrations di not disturb you. Glad you enjoyed your stay and you are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wunderbar

Die Unterkunft liegt sehr idyllisch und ruhig mit Schafen, Eseln und einem quirligen Hund. Das Häuschen war sehr geräumig und sauber und die Gastgeber haben mich zum Dinner eingeladen. Es war ein sehr schöner Abend und eine erholsame Nacht. Die Gastgeber sind unglaublich nett und lustig und geben ganz viele Tipps, was man sich in der Nähe anschauen kann. Insgesamt total empfehlenswert.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2023
Thanks Franziska, We enjoyed your company and hope your stay in New Zealand is everything that you hoped for. Regards Anne and Rod
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful little haven

Exceptional property with an incredible outlook with welcoming donkeys and little Molly to greet us. This little haven has the comforts for all you need. Rod and his wife are amazing hosts and can’t do enough for you. We highly recommend this beautiful little haven
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for rest and reflection

This is the perfect place to relax and refresh. Lovely hosts and wonderful outlook. Thank you so much. I'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
It was our pleasure. Thank you for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy. We would love to have you back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness

week at pukekohe

good overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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