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Open plan, kitchen, dining and living room with ranch sliders to the garden.

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pool

Pet-friendly

Breakfast included

Washer

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Blenheim, Bleneheim

Seymour Square5 min drive
Pollard Park5 min drive
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre11 min drive
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)12 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Could’ve been better.

Sweeney T.

Feb 22, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Charming Vineyard Cottage Minutes from Blenheim. Private Pool. Sleeps 6

Restore your mojo in a private and tranquil acre of woodland and sweeping lawns filled with birdsong and wildlife while indulging in Marlborough's famous hot and sunny summers.

Delicious home made, locally sourced country breakfast provisions are complimentary as is the chilled wine - perfect for enjoying the sunset.

Escape your winter, the crowds, the cold and flu season. Relax and let Eliza’s magic do the work.

Enquire for a quote for a longer stay.

LUXURIOUS CHARM
Luxury abounds - heavenly beds dressed in the best linens, spa quality toiletries and robes and your. Indulge in the best holiday accommodation in Blenheim.

BEAUTY AND TRANQUILITY
Enjoy one hundred acres of perfect rural peace.

PET FRIENDLY
Let your furry friends roam in one hundred acres of vineyard.

CONCIERGE SERVICE
Too busy to buy your groceries? Ask us. Don’t want to cook? Relax and order a delicious homemade heat and serve supper when you book.

MAGNIFICENT GARDEN.
Open the large sliding doors and let the open plan living and dining areas flow to the terrace, pool, manicured lawns and beautiful woodland in a Garden of National Significance. Breathe deeply and relax.

HEART OF THE WINERIES
You are in the midst of Marlborough's world famous wine region. Taste and learn why it is renowned from the dozens of wineries on your doorstep.

ICONIC SOUNDS
Be stunned by the magical Marlborough Sounds just fifteen minutes by car.

RURAL AND CONVENIENT
Be in Blenheim in five minutes and Picton in fifteen.Return to peace, tranqulity and birdsong.

FREE WIFI, FULL SKY TV, CHROMECAST
Never be bored with the extensive media library of books, magazines and classic DVD's , full Sky TV. Binge watch your latest show and don’t miss the match with MySky.

GOURMET BREAKFAST
Start the day slowly with our famous, home made full country breakfast provisions. Be greeted daily with the aroma of freshly baked bread - a perfect complement to the homemade jams and jellies made with love from the farms produce. Discover the joys of vegan Nut and Seed Granola.

TASTE OUR WINE
Crack the chilled bottle of wine made from our grapes on your arrival.

FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
Cook easily in a kitchen that has every item necessary for the serious cook including sharp chefs knives, stock pots etc. The pantry has all the necessities as does the full laundry. And at no charge.

OUTDOOR PLAYTHINGS
Have fun on the expansive lawn with plenty of outdoor games. Or laze in the shade of the mature trees on a lounger.

WARM AND TOASTY
Cosy up in front of the wood burner fire, with copious firewood and kindling. Arrive to a lit fire in winter. Keep the rest of the cottage cosy with the reverse cycle heat pump and in our hot summers turn on the air conditioner and chill.

HUNT AND GATHER
Discover and devour the seasons bounty with an abundance of fruit trees - apples, figs, apricots, feijoas and every type of citrus . There will always be something to harvest.

The only problem is you won’t want to leave.

Property manager

Wendy Palmer

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

High chair and/or cot on request.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outside only.

Eliza's Garden Cottage has been created with love and attention to detail. Please reciprocate our respect for you and treat Eliza’s accordingly .

No events to be held at the property. Infringements will be taken extremely seriously and without exception all legal remedies will be pursued.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Blenheim

This holiday home is located in Grovetown, a neighbourhood in Blenheim, and is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wairau River and Pollard Park, while ASB Theatre Marlborough and Marlborough Art Society are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby

ASB Theatre Marlborough - 5 min drive
Seymour Square - 5 min drive
Pollard Park - 5 min drive
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 11 min drive
Omaka Classic Cars - 12 min drive

Getting around

Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Springlands Takeaways - ‬6 min drive
‪Makana Boutique Chocolate Factory - ‬5 min drive
‪Kfc - ‬3 min drive
‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
‪Dodson Street Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Vineyard Cottage Minutes from Blenheim. Private Pool. Sleeps 6 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Charming Vineyard Cottage Minutes from Blenheim. Private Pool. Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Vineyard Cottage Minutes from Blenheim. Private Pool. Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Vineyard Cottage Minutes from Blenheim. Private Pool. Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Vineyard Cottage Minutes from Blenheim. Private Pool. Sleeps 6 located?

This family-friendly Blenheim holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of ASB Theatre Marlborough, Marlborough Convention Centre and Wairau River. Pollard Park and Millennium Art Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sweeney T.

22 Feb 2023

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Exceptional attention to detail

Could’ve been better.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

25 Feb 2024

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Absolutely beautiful!

Amazing cottage in the middle of the vineyard, with lots of sweet details, very tasteful! Would come back anytime, we enjoyed every minute, thanks again and take care xxx

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S., Seattle, USA

15 Mar 2023

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Perfect place in the middle of wine country

We loved our stay at Wendy’s home while visiting the wine country of Blenheim. It’s perfectly located in the middle of the majority of the wineries and sits on a gorgeous piece of property. The garden is spectacular and the view is picturesque - we loved having so much space to relax and enjoy after exploring all day. Wendy prepared yummy bread and stocked the fridge/pantry with breakfast items for our stay. It was wonderful to have breakfast items all set for us the next morning after we traveled for many hours the day before. And, the kitchen has everything you need to prepare any type of meal! The house itself is a great size, especially for two adults. The living area is cozy with windows in all directions so you can enjoy the views. It was great to have an air conditioner and heater - we experienced all sorts of weather, so we were very comfortable during the day and night. The house also has a large washer & dryer which came in handy! Wendy was a great communicator and always quick to respond. She gave us helpful hints for local restaurants and which wineries to visit. Whatever we needed, she was available immediately and eager to make us happy. We’d definitely stay at Wendy’s home again and highly recommend others to reserve it when visiting Blenheim!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fraser S., Leeds, United Kingdom

18 Feb 2023

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Incredible place!

What a lovely cottage. The surroundings were unbeatable, looking onto the vines. Great BBQ. Wendy was really quick to reply throughout and very helpful, as was Jessica. They very professionally handled a huge cleanup task from the previous guests, with everything ready on time, including fresh fruit and beautiful homemade bread. I couldn’t recommend this place more!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

19 Dec 2022

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Superb

Beautiful setting and home, extremely comfortable with many special extras.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

annabel l.

28 Mar 2021

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What a wonderful haven. We could have stayed for weeks.

A home away from home with thoughtful touches of fresh flowers, homemade bread and preserves and yummy breakfast fixings. Very comfortable beds and nice linens. Set in the countryside less than 10 minutes from downtown Blenheim. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lesley H.

14 Feb 2021

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This is deservedly one of the the top rating Bach’s in NZ.

Wendy’s extra touches were just incredible. Hone made bread (I really need the recipe), tiny, jewel- like preserves she makes herself and eggs from her chooks. The tour of the magnificent garden surrounding her own house was an added bonus. Pudding the sheep was a highlight. I can’t recommend Wendy’s place highly enough

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Oliver H.

22 Jan 2021

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Beautiful cottage

Eliza's cottage is one of the best holiday homes we have ever stayed in. Located in stunning vineyard scenery, it is wonderfully quiet and private yet only a short drive to central Blenheim. From the moment you arrive, you'll be spoilt by the owner's thoughtful touches. Bread, wine, and breakfast condiments on arrival, a daily newspaper delivered to your door, a fully equipped kitchen, different coffee varieties - it's all there. Lemon and orange trees in the garden invite you to make your own fresh juice. There is a small pool in the backyard as well as a large garden for outdoor games. Our stay was a dream, and we will certainly be back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

2 Jan 2021

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Amazing

Quiet, private, & we were well looked after

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

11 Oct 2020

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Simply Sublime

In a word, Wow! This is one special property. Could not fault a thing and Wendy was wonderful ensuring we had all we needed. What a magic place, thank you for sharing it with us.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

16 Jan 2020

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Peaceful

Enjoyable break away as a family in a quiet environment.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

dasd a.

30 Sept 2019

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Highly recommended - fantastic!!

What a find. We almost don't want to share this little gem in case it gets too popular as we will definitely stay here again. The extras like the freshly baked artisan bread, neighbourhood eggs, homemade jams etc etc... just add to the incredible experience and value. The gardens and view.. glorious and your host makes you feel like its your home. Its got everything and its worth every cent. Don't hesitate to stay here, you won't regret it. :)

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erwan L.

5 Aug 2019

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Parfait et même plus !

C'est LA location à retenir si vous souhaiter visiter la région ! La maison et l'accueil méritent plus que 5 étoiles ! Wendy est une personne généreuse qui nous a réservé un accueil très chaleureux et qui nous a donné de bons conseils de visites. La maison est magnifique, tout confort et très bien équipée. De plus, elle est entourée par un immense jardin très agréable. Notre seul regret c'est de n'avoir pas eu assez de temps pour pouvoir échanger avec Wendy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

30 May 2019

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Amazing Cottage in the Heart of Wine Country

A really beautiful and well maintained cottage with some exceptional personal touches, such as fresh baked bread, a bottle of wine and newspaper for when you arrive. An amazing garden to watch the sunset over the vineyards. We took our dog for a sunrise walk through the vineyards as well. The cottage is easy to find with easy access to the Picton Ferry and the wineries of Blenheim. As we loaded the car and pulled away my wife said "you know we are coming back."

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah I.

12 May 2019

The house was beautiful. We loved it

It was great, worth every penny. I would highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

dasd a.

16 Apr 2019

Charming Light filled apartment in the heart of Lyttleton.

We loved our stay here. The very tasteful apartment has everything you need with fantastic views of both the port and the hills. With great cafes and restaurants literally on our doorstep we loved experiencing the youthful vibe of this lovely part of Christchurch. Liam is a thoughtful host. It’s a very high recommendation from us.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

David H.

2 Feb 2019

Really enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our second visit to the cottage. The attention to detail and levels of comfort make this the ultimate 'home away from home'. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

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10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

22 Dec 2018

Great house with brilliant amenities situated in the most gorgeous garden

Great house with brilliant amenities situated in the most gorgeous garden.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Nov 2018

Perfection

Perfection! Eliza’s Garden Cottage is a beautiful and immaculate place to stay. Wendy Palmer, the owner, has thought of everything to make the house comfortable. Vases filled with flowers, and delicious provisions make this a perfect place to relax and enjoy Blenheim.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

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10/10 Excellent

REBECCA B.

9 July 2018

Loved everything about the cottage

Loved everything about the cottage. It’s location, decor, Wendy’s wonderful attention for detail, homeliness, daily fresh bread, jams, food, gorgeous garden, vineyards, roaring fire, and freshly cut foliage scattered about the place. I can see why this place has won awards as best Bach. We’d love to stay again and wouldn’t hesitate in recommending booking to anyone reading this. Totally charming, we didn’t want to leave. Thank you so much Wendy

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10/10 Excellent

Arkadiusz D.

15 May 2018

Besides being beautifully located within vineyards the cottage has one of the nicest gardens ever an

Besides being beautifully located within vineyards the cottage has one of the nicest gardens ever and an amazing view. The cottage has all the amenities you could ask for and everything is in its place and immaculately clean. The bedrooms are cosy and well appointed, as well as the rest of the cottage. Having travelled around New Zealand for the last two years and having stayed at numerous places, this cottage is definitely number 1 on our list. We are looking forward to staying there again!

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10/10 Excellent

Beverley R.

26 Apr 2018

Gorgeous place to stay.

Gorgeous place to stay. Yummy breakfast ingredients left for us. A real pleasure to be there. The beds are soooo comfortable. Loved every minute of our stay

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10/10 Excellent

Beverley R.

26 Apr 2018

Gorgeous place to stay.

Gorgeous place to stay. Yummy breakfast ingredients left for us. A real pleasure to be there. The beds are soooo comfortable. Loved every minute of our stay

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10/10 Excellent

Clare T.

29 Mar 2018

The property was excellent and well equipped, in a delightful garden setting.

The property was excellent and well equipped, in a delightful garden setting. The perfect getaway for Easter!

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10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

18 Mar 2018

All those extra thoughts make this a very special and peaceful place to stay.

All those extra thoughts make this a very special and peaceful place to stay. Excellent location and beautiful garden. Thoughtful provision of supplies. Keep up the high standard as it makes you a cut above the rest.

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Palmer

We live next door in the original century plus old farmhouse now restored for modern life which is surrounded by a 3 acre garden accredited as one of national significance by the New Zealand Gardens Trust. Our main business is growing grapes but we love the happy positive energy our holidaying visitors bring to the farm.

Why they chose this property

We bought the next door farm and inherited a house that had been built for the granddaughter of the couple that had built our house. This new house had an extensive garden that needed some renovating and a charming pool. It was just perfect for a holiday home.

Over the years I have stayed in many holiday homes in many parts of the world and I have become rather opinionated about what makes this accommodation work well for the holidaymaker. It was great fun putting these ideas into action and creating my dream holiday home. However, uniquely, I have never stayed in my dream holiday home!

What makes this property unique

We chose Marlborough to be our forever home nearly 2 decades ago. It has a great sunny climate and is filled with every outdoor activity imaginable which is important to us. There are stunning views in Marlborough and Eliza's has more than its fair share. The dramatic sunsets over the Richmond Ranges are a nightly pleasure.