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Charming Seafarer's Cottage in Portobello

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Front
Pergola and Seafarer's Cottage
Bedroom and ensuite
Kitchen and dining table to bedroom.
Kitchen view to private garden.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 225 sq m

Popular amenities

    • Parking availableParking available
    • Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
    • Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
    • KitchenKitchen
    • Air conditioningAir conditioning
    • Water viewWater view

Explore the area

Map
Portobello, Dunedin
    Lighthouse
    14 min walk
    Larnach Castle
    16 min drive
    Forsyth Barr Stadium
    21 min drive
    Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    48 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Dining
Exterior

About this property

Charming Seafarer's Cottage in Portobello

The charming Seafarer’s Cottage is a small, private, romantic hideaway nestled within the mature English and native gardens of Rugosa Cottage, a historic home near the heart of Portobello village. Whether your holiday calls for leisure and indulgence or activity and adventure, Seafarer’s Cottage is the ideal home base for your Otago Peninsula experience.

If relaxation is the order of your holiday, spend the morning in your own private garden, curled up with a book and enjoying the native birdsong. Portobello’s famed Happy Hens shop and adjoining playground are just steps away, as are the savoury and sweet eats at Penguin Cafe, Portobello Hotel and Bistro, 1908 Cafe, and Ric's Fish and Chips. The well-stocked Portobello Store, just a two-minute stroll away, will ensure you have all the supplies you need for your holiday. Or check out our museum, art gallery, and shops like NZ Greenstone and Art, which feature the work of local artisans.

If your Peninsula holiday calls for sightseeing, Seafarer’s Cottage is a convenient drive to the Albatross Colony, Penguin Place, Larnach Castle, Allan's Beach, Victory Beach, Sandfly Bay, Sandy Mount, Harbour Cone, and so many more beautiful attractions in the surrounding area. Local bus service provides regular transportation to and from Dunedin City for those looking to explore more sights.

Located at 1 Beaconsfield Rd, Portobello
Special conditions:
2 night minimum during peak season.

No pets.

No smoking allowed in the cottage.

This cottage is for 2 people only; however, a baby may be okay if we are notified in advance.

Please note that the cottage has a small kitchenette only. There is a microwave, toaster etc but it is not set up for full self catering. We're happy to do your dishes for you.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

*There are friendly family pets (two dogs and a cat) on the property. We can keep them away but if you don't like animals, our place may not be right for you.

Property manager

Joe Taylor
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dunedin

Portobello, a neighbourhood in Dunedin, is home to this cottage. Silver Peaks Reserve and Allans Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium and Glenfalloch Woodland Garden. Dunedin Chinese Garden and New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Map
Portobello, Dunedin

What's nearby

  • Larnach Castle - 16 min drive
  • The Octagon - 20 min drive
  • University of Otago - 21 min drive
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 21 min drive
  • Otago Peninsula - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 29 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Portsider - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Carey's Bay Historic Hotel - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Glenfalloch Restaurants - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Duck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Penguin Cafe - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Seafarer's Cottage in Portobello pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Seafarer's Cottage in Portobello?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Seafarer's Cottage in Portobello?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Seafarer's Cottage in Portobello located?

Located in Portobello, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lighthouse, Catholic Church and Silver Peaks Reserve. The Fletcher House and NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louisa D., Gold Coast, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful old gem
This little cottage was absolutely beautiful. The hosts were very friendly and full of information. Great little extra bonus having an electric blanket on our bed. So tranquil and quiet. Great cafe and pub only a couple of mins walk away. Great little spot to end our trip through New Zealand
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joanna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Mini break in Portobello
Cute little cottage. Perfect for a couple of nights mini break.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula & Jay F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute hideaway
Lovely spot in Portobello. Enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Seafarer's Cottage was perfect for our visit to Portobello. Cosy and homely with everything we needed and was very quiet, even on a Saturday night! Joe and Jamie were thoughtful and helpful hosts, quick to respond and made us feel very welcome. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nureeni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unwind in the Seafarers Cottage
A peaceful retreat! Simply wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing cottage
Cozy and comfortable, Seafarer’s Cottage made a great base for exploring the Otago Peninsula. A gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy
Happy with everything
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry and Cathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Portobello Cottage
Neat, cute little cottage, a great base for exploring the region. Easy communication with owners. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy get away
Lovely little cottage. Supper quiet except for the birds. Nice peaceful location. Owner was supper wellcoming including the dog who brought me their toy. Close to everything the Peninsula has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage Adoration Society
Wonderful, we are in love with Portobello 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Stay
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 nights
This property suited our needs as we were visiting family and cooking and eating with them mainly. Lack of a kitchen sink is the main drawback. However the kitchen is well appointed and the hosts exchanged used dishes for clean. Value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dunedin
We had a lovley stay at the cottage, We will be back in the summer . Thanks John and Sheila
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A stay at portabello
An old cottage with character, the situation is nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, steeped in history, lovely hosts.
Will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini getaway!
Such a cute little cottage, we really enjoyed our stay here and wish it could have been longer! Such a beautiful drive out around the peninsula, and the hosts made check in/out really simple and stress free. Would love to visit again some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special
Very quaint little cottage in a lovely setting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cottage in Portobello
Fabulous location - literally 5 minutes walk to Portobello township. Joe and Jamie were great hosts. Some places in town were closed on Tuesday nights so they phoned the local shop to ensure we could get supplies and offered us a pizza incase the shop was closed. They leant us a torch as it is very dark on the peninsula. We were really snug in this cosy cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Dunedin Cottage
Quaint little cottage. Very cold weather and the cottage felt damp as no heating on when arrived. Would definitely recommend for a summer holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seafarer's Cottage, Portobello
This is a very quaint cottage that has been thoughtfully decorated in keeping with its history. It is well situated to access all the beautiful, natural attractions of the Otago Peninsula. The booking process was very straightforward and correspondence was quick and effective. Joe and Jamie were great hosts, leaving me to myself unless I needed them. I enjoyed the occasional visits from the dogs - always enthusiastic but never outstaying their welcome. I look forward to a return visit in the not too distant future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Dick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Reunion with Daughter
Charming marine atmosphere, every where I looked I saw something else of interest. My only issue was the path into the property and the 2 gates. It was misty rain at the time of our stay and I found it very awkward carrying our gear in and out of the bach to the car. Thank you for the comfortable accommodation. Cheers Dick
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little hideaway
The location was amazing. Private and walking distance to food and pub. Bike trail right below and so quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adelaide R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to shops locals very friendly and view of the sea is awesome
Just right for 2 people
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful beauty
A really relaxing and wonderful stay with beautiful surroundings. Loved the quiet simplicity of the cottage and the morning greeting from the young friendly dogs. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dermot H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small tidy cottage in great area
All was good.....exactly as described.....Portobello has some nice walks and places of interest nearby.....there was a basic cooker which was not mentioned so it possible to make simple meals if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Joe Taylor

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Why they chose this property

The nautically-themed, self-contained Seafarer's Cottage is set in rose and native gardens, and just a two minute walk from the local village, hotel, museum, restaurant, and shops. It’s an ideal base to see all that's on offer on the Otago Peninsula.

What makes this property unique

Short drive to all the beaches, penguins, seals, sea lions, Albatross Colony, walking/hiking trails

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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