10/10 Excellent
Lyndall C.
10 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and surrounds
Lyndall C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Entire home
Renovated bushman's cottage in beautiful garden.
Photo gallery for Renovated bushman's cottage in beautiful garden.
Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Havelock North, Havelock North
- Black Barn Vineyards7 min drive
- Splash Planet8 min drive
- Te Mata Peak9 min drive
- Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Renovated bushman's cottage in beautiful garden.
The cottage was originally a bushman's cottage for colonial single men working in and felling the native bush in the Ruahine Ranges. It has been renovated with recycled timber and windows and still includes the original small windows in the front that are only held up with brass pegs. There is a sunny verandah with a table and chairs with its own charming garden.
50 metres down the road is Birdwoods Gallery where you will find coffee, ice creams, lunch and a sweet shop.
Special conditions:
There are no cooking facilities. See our 2 larger cottages (Middle and Far) which have kitchens.
Tennis court on site. Rackets and balls available.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
50 metres down the road is Birdwoods Gallery where you will find coffee, ice creams, lunch and a sweet shop.
Special conditions:
There are no cooking facilities. See our 2 larger cottages (Middle and Far) which have kitchens.
Tennis court on site. Rackets and balls available.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Property manager
DenisHa2
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Breakfast included
Outdoor space
Parking available
Have a question?
BetaGet instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties
Easy walking to Havelock North's charming village
Easy walking to Havelock North's charming village
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Parking available
9.8 out of 10, (213 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Havelock North
Located in Havelock North, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Birdwoods Gallery and Hawke's Bay Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Westerman's Building and Frimley Park. Splash Planet and Amazing Maze 'n Maize are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Havelock North, Havelock North
What's nearby
- Birdwoods Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Black Barn Vineyards - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
- Splash Planet - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
- Te Mata Peak - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
- Craggy Range - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cupple - 7 min drive
- Giant Public House - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Jackson's Bakery & Cafe - 3 min drive
- Black Barn Vineyards - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Joanne R.
25 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A historic cottage full of charm
Joanne R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steffen G.
11 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steffen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endsleigh little cottage
Danielle S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan V.
21 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Alan V.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard C.
10 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Away
Richard C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michele
19 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Hideaway
Michele
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martin F.
12 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Martin F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jon E.
7 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic spot
Jon E.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
heather h.
30 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
heather h.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Abby L.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Abby L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
David R.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cosy cottage
David R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stella M.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved The Little Cottage
Stella M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Nicole D.
9 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Nicole D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter D.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and setting
Peter D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter C.
16 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed Getaway
Peter C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nick C.
29 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage
Nick C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vincenza G., New Zealand
16 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Vincenza G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan P.
5 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely old cottage
Susan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Guilherme P.
29 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Guilherme P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bronwyn S.
15 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Havelock cottage
Bronwyn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rene C.
26 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Rene C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Taylor K., Norfolk Island
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming & Relaxing
Taylor K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gail E.
7 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our expectations
Gail E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rachel S.
1 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything and more than expected
Rachel S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by DenisHa2
We have lived on our property since we married in 1968.
The bushman's cottage, or The Little Cottage, is in our garden.
Denis is a retired lawyer and Margie is a retired Speech and Drama teacher.
Denis grew up on a farm in Elsthorpe, Central Hawkes Bay, whereas Margie grew up in Wellington, Christchurch and Opunake in Taranaki.
We have always loved renovating old houses and saving our New Zealand heritage.
The bushman's cottage, or The Little Cottage, is in our garden.
Denis is a retired lawyer and Margie is a retired Speech and Drama teacher.
Denis grew up on a farm in Elsthorpe, Central Hawkes Bay, whereas Margie grew up in Wellington, Christchurch and Opunake in Taranaki.
We have always loved renovating old houses and saving our New Zealand heritage.
What makes this property unique
Handy to village, walking and bike trails and wineries. Free bikes.
Being set in a garden means guests are surrounded by birdsong. Sometimes our donkeys, Humphrey and Winston, will call out too. They love a carrot.
On request guests can walk around our garden or borrow tennis racquets for a game on our grass court. It's not Wimbledon standard but lots of fun.
Being set in a garden means guests are surrounded by birdsong. Sometimes our donkeys, Humphrey and Winston, will call out too. They love a carrot.
On request guests can walk around our garden or borrow tennis racquets for a game on our grass court. It's not Wimbledon standard but lots of fun.
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback