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Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Napier, Hawke's Bay
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Prison
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Bluff Hill Domain Lookout
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier

Pet friendly! Beautifully appointed and charming two bedroom cottage with summertime sleepout. Well located in picturesque Bluff Hill, just minutes from both Napier city centre and the vibrant Ahuriri scene. A full kitchen complete with all you need to cook or just hang out. Unlimited fast wifi, instant and endless gas hot water, and dedicated work space in the office/second bedroom.

Please note that pets must be included in booking and preapproval required. Just drop a note with your booking request telling me what kind of dog you have (dogs are not allowed on furniture are left in the cottage unattended (unless crated).

Contactless check-in option and super-clean with 100% cotton linens.

The home is only used for short-term rentals and a thorough clean is performed after each stay. A perfect situation for traveling workers as you have a full kitchen (No need to eat out but an abundance of outstanding restaurants within walking distance). Groceries can be delivered from local grocery stores as well as several takeaways via uber.

The home is well suited to work from as the second bedroom (which has a twin bed) has a large desk, good lighting, and comfortable office chair. This room has a nice large window with lots of natural light and efficient radiator heat. Fiber optic Wi-Fi makes streaming and zoom effortless.

The master bedroom is luxurious and spacious with a queen size bed made up with high thread count, 100% cotton bedding and fluffy down duvet (electric blanket is supplied in the winter months). A large sash window opens for light and fresh air, while floor to ceiling thermal and block-out drapes create a cozy night in.

Enjoy our sunny Hawke’s Bay days outside on the private, two-tiered decking and patio outdoor living area furnished with a 4 seater table and undercover lounge chairs.

Truly a home away from home, there is a washing machine and outdoor, covered clothesline and a friendly host nearby to assist in any way!

The Workers Cottage is part of Milton Manors, a boutique collection of pet friendly accommodation located in popular Bluff Hill - within walking distance to Napier City and vibrant Ahuriri. Please inquire as to our other houses if you have a large group to accommodate as we have a total of three offerings all within eyesight of each other!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Approved pets are not allowed on furniture or beds and not left alone in the house if you are not there (unless crated).
Please no EV charging allowed as I do not have a proper charger installed.
Residential area so please no loud music or noise after 10pm or before 7am.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Napier

Located in Napier, this cottage is in the city centre. Daily Telegraph Building and Art Deco Trust are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Napier Botanical Gardens and Faraday Centre. National Aquarium of New Zealand and Onekawa Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting.
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Napier, Hawke's Bay

What's nearby

  • Marine Parade - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Napier Prison - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bluff Hill Domain Lookout - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ocean Spa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Napier Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Central Fire Station Bistro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Baked By Central Fire Station - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chaona Thai - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Nosh - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ajuna Cafe - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier on 20 May 2026 start from AU$222, 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.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage in the Heart of Napier located?

Located in Bluff Hill, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Municipal Theatre, Napier Prison and Daily Telegraph Building. Faraday Centre and Marine Parade are also within 1 mile (2 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. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ngaire G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous cottage - everything and more that we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean and a great place to bring your dog that is close to walks and town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bede and Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host very good with communication and stayed in touch throughout our stay. Overall the house was excellent for what we needed and a great location. Overall cleanliness was ok.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina P.

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

Excellent stay

Comfortable, clean, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very cute little cottage, clean and tidy with good kitchen facilities. The house had a lovely 'old world' charm! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JONATHON S.

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

Wonderful Cottage

We had a wonderful experience with this lovely Milton Road Cottage. Comfortable, charming, and perfectly situated between Napier CBD and Ahuriri, we would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

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

Excellent location

The Worker's Cottage was lovely. Had everything we needed, beautifully decorated, conveniently located, and pet-friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage, everything we could need was in the kitchen. Comfy beds. Situated in a lovely peaceful area. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Comfortable

Loveky small cottage tastefully appointed everything to make clmfortabke stay
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Lovely little cottage

Perfect stay great communication, clean and tidy.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

Milton Manor - Perfect for family of 4

Mary was an attentive host and was generous with local knowledge on places to eat and events to visit. The house was lovely and warm on arrival, very tidy and suited to our family of four. I highly recommend Milton Manor for your next visit to Napier.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope T.

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

Beautiful cottage

I absolutely loved staying here. We came up for the art deco weekend and it was the perfect location. Super happy with the area and the house itself. The property manager was super lovely and helpful. Will definitely stay again😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Short Napier Break

Very good, enjoyed the cottage and facilities. Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

What a wonderful cottage

Superb cottage. Absolutely beautiful and thoughtfully decorated. It will be my first choice whenever I’m in Napier.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jen w.

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

Cosy, comfortable and everything you need.

Loved staying at the workers cottage on a wet weekend in Napier. Warm and welcoming, centrally located and with everything and more that you could want. Loved the comfy beds and underfloor heating in the bathroom. Thanks, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Yuriko M.

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

Holiday for golf

Well look after the House. Nice warm bath room. We was enjoyed stay cottage. Thanks so much Mary
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Thought of everything

We stayed at this lovely Bluff Hill property in September 2022. We had a lovely time and Mary had thought of everything we could possibly need during our stay. It was a genuine home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mo W.

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

Perfect for us

I loved the whole setup, especially the outdoor bbedroon amd toilet. Clean and tidy. Had everything we needed, amd would highly recommend this place. Mary was pleasant and nice to talk to.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Charming and perfect

Absolutely charming property. It was immaculately clean, so very comfortable, and had everything we could have ever needed. The listing is 100% accurate. Its a beautiful cottage inside and out. We would stay again in a hearbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

An old gem

Great spot with easy access to Ahuriri ansd over the hlkl to the city centre. A quivk drive to the Botanocal Gardens. Mary wasvery helpful and obliging when we were caught out by Cyclone Gabrielle and need an extra two nights accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie P.

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

Perfect!

A lovely, well-appointed, impeccably clean little house in a very pretty neighborhood. You don’t feel like a tourist, and get to hear the birds from the lush landscape surrounding the house. It’s situated up a hill a bit, but is still a quick walk to everything a visitor would want to see. Mary was a great host and checked on us and helped us with info while we were there and in a very timely manner. We highly recommend, and the house would be very comfortable for a longer stay. Thank you, Mary!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

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

Cottage in Comfort

The hill is a rabbit warren of lovely old buildings which just make you want to see inside. This cottage has the old world glamour with the modern makeover inside which makes staying there a joy. We had a wonderful dinner with friends sitting outside with the sun going down. Memories to treasure.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha B.

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

Walking

Was nice to be able to get up in the mornings walk down and along the water front to a cafe for breakfast well my baby went to sleep in pram. As well as our dog getting excise too. The street the cottage is on isn't built for a pram and cars parked on the foot path, so you'll have to be skilled at driving your baby pram haha!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina L.

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

Beautiful place

We had a lovely stay. Beautiful property with a nice warm atmosphere. Will definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

justin s.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary Massara

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Hi I am Mary and I love living in Napier! I own and manage Milton Manors, three accommodation offerings located in the heart of Napier. I live in close by and love to provide any assistance you require.
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