Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown - Greytown

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Location
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Exceptional

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Greytown, Wellington

Stonehenge Aotearoa17 min walk
Cobblestones Village Museum17 min walk
Martinborough Vineyard20 min drive
Masterton (MRO-Hood)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown

Boutique accommodation in Greytown, the heart of the glorious Wairarapa and less than 5 minutes walk from Greytown's picturesque town centre

Shy Cottage is a stand alone 1890's settlers cottage, nestled at the back of our property, which allows for privacy and peace and quiet. It was moved onto the section in 2002 and was renovated and insulated so now is cosy, warm and romantic. There is a full kitchen with a dining area and lounge with a wood burner. Off the comfortable bedroom is a lovely bathroom with a claw foot bath and separate shower.

Shy Studio is a cosy peaceful space at the rear of our 1890's settlers cottage. It has a separate entrance and is surrounded by gardens which allow for privacy and peace and quiet.
You are self contained in a lovely light airy room with a comfy bed, sitting and dining area with your own kitchenette

Nestled under the trees is our Garden Spa Bath House. Watch the night sky while sharing a lovely relaxing bath over a wine or two. Please pre-book for an additional $20

Secluded and quiet, both the cottage and studio can be booked as self-catering or with our continental or `DIY' full breakfast kit.

Property manager

Ian and Sandie

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Greytown

This bed & breakfast is located in Greytown. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park, while Fell Locomotive Museum and Vintage Aviation Museum are cultural highlights.

Greytown, Wellington

What's nearby

Stonehenge Aotearoa - 17 min walk
Cobblestones Village Museum - 17 min walk
Alexia Urban Winery - 2 min drive
Ata Rangi Vineyard - 16 min drive
Martinborough Vineyard - 20 min drive

Getting around

Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wild Oats Bakery-Deli-Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪The French Baker - ‬4 min walk
‪Cuckoo Cafe - ‬7 min walk
‪Greytown Takeaways - ‬8 min walk
‪Cahoots - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown?

As of 1 July 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown on 2 July 2024 start from AU$210.98, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shy Cottage - Boutique accommodation in Greytown located?

Situated in Greytown, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mile (2 km) of Stonehenge Aotearoa, Cobblestones Village Museum and Alexia Urban Winery. Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

8 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely cottage surrounded by garden. Very quiet and peaceful. Short walk to shops, cafes and restaurants. Comfortable bed and beautiful Linden Leaves bathroom products.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Baz, Auckland

29 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

A gem of a place to stay. Lots of nice little touches. Very comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui, Gisborne

28 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Much more homely than a regular motel! Clean and tidy, with friendly owners. Close walking distance to cafe and town centre.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

23 June 2024

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

Beautiful Cottage with great attention to detail

A lovely night away from the kids, perfect location, beautifully decorated cottage. Was lovely and warm when we arrived and we felt at home instantly. Walking distance to restaurants, shops and loved the attention to detail. We will be back!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

16 June 2024

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

Great Location

Walking distance to town (and the White Swan!). Lovely little cottage.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Greytown Break

Property was delightful. Suitably historic and authentic. Only issue was that while we received confirmation of our booking we didn’t receive any details of address and check in procedures which meant that we had to disturb the hosts, who were most accommodating.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

9 Apr 2024

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

great little spot

this was a great little cottage that was really handy to the Greytown shops. The 'Top Pub' is literally a couple of doors down the road and had a great little menu for an easy tea. Lovely spot

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

darryl c.

1 Apr 2024

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

Good location

Very nice place close to town but out enough to still be nice and quiet.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel L.

19 Mar 2024

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

Great stay

Very impressive

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill P., Warkworth

17 Nov 2023

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

Fabulous stay!

Thoroughly recommend to all travellers to stay at Shy Cottage. Streamlined checkin, quaint and well equipped cottage within walking distance to town. Super comfy bed with the most scrumptious linen. Loved my stay, wish it had been longer! Thanks so much !

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn T.

31 Oct 2023

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

Brief Wairarapa Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Shy Cottage. The accommodation was comfortable and beautifully presented. A great location being so close to the town centre.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

16 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

What a beautiful little cottage ! So close to the shops and restaurants in Greytown and centrally located to all that the Wairarapa has to offer. Shy cottage is beautifully decorated and has everything you would expect. Perfect !

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

R DE S.

28 Mar 2023

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

Greytown cottage

Great location and easy walk into town. Very comfortable bed.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

19 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A lovely comfortable, clean and very well equipped cottage. Set in a quiet garden and just a short walk to the shops and cafes. Very welcoming hosts. Just wished we we’re staying more than one night!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

6 Feb 2023

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

Review of Shy Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage was beautifully appointed with all the comforts of home including the daily visits from Pluto the resident cat. Will certainly recommend to our friends and family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin C.

15 Sept 2022

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

Shy Cottage a treat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Shy Cottage - just perfect for our stay in Greytown. Lovely space especially with the fire to keep the rooms warm. It was a peaceful spot and so close to the town centre. Sandie was very helpful and great communication. We hope to stay again!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth A.

22 Aug 2022

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

Great little spot

Easy walk to the shops and cosy little cottage.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

24 July 2022

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

Lovely place, great location

Lovely central spot with good attention to detail and privacy. Thanks for a lovely stay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia M.

28 Dec 2021

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

Great!

Beautiful place <3

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey A.

26 Nov 2021

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

Lovely stay

The cottage was exceptionally clean and the renovations to make it more modern had been done really well. Loved the outdoor spa bath! Only downside was the duvet was too thick for a hot night and we couldn't find anything lighter. Other than that we loved it.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

26 Oct 2021

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

Gem

Such a cool little property, well appointed and well within walking distance to the shops and cafes.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

23 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Homely

Overall this was a great stay. Close to town and the property is situated at the back of the property shown.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

11 June 2021

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

Beautiful little cottage

Wow what a fantastic little cottage, close to town, very well appointed.Cosy and warm with a choice of the enclosed fire box or the heatpump. Everything you need and the bed is super comfortable. Highly recommended.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

26 Mar 2021

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

Perfect Location

Fantastic spot for enjoying Greytown's cafes and shops on foot. Lovely and comfortable for a relax when you return. Everything you need for a relaxing weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021