Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 640 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Washer

Mountain view

Explore the area

Methven, Canterbury

Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa19 min walk
Methven Golf Club20 min walk
Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa20 min walk
Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)68 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

We had such a nice couple of days staying at Kea Cottage. You can walk into Methven for dinner. The cottage has everythi...

Sally C.

Jan 3, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bunkroom bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Kea Cottage - perfect South Island ski base or tranquil summer retreat

Stunning architect designed house with wonderful views of the mountains.
Modern, spacious, open plan renovation completed in June 2019.
Warm, comfortable and furnished to a high standard. Room for all the family.
Relax in front of the log fire and take in the view.
Perfect ski base, relaxing retreat or weekend country getaway.
Wifi included
Keep toasty warm with heatpump and logfire. Huge ranchsliders maximise the views and bring in the sun.
Enjoy an evening drink on the huge deck.

Property manager

candon997

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 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

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

About the area

Methven

Located in Methven, this holiday home is in the mountains. Methven Golf Club and Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. Waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.

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Methven, Canterbury

What's nearby

Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 19 min walk
Methven Golf Club - 20 min walk
Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 20 min walk
Rakaia Gorge - 11 min drive
Mount Hutt Skifield - 41 min drive

Getting around

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

‪Craft @ Arabica - ‬13 min walk
‪The Brown Pub - ‬13 min walk
‪The Dubliner - ‬16 min walk
‪The Green Parrot Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
‪Cafe 131 - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kea Cottage - perfect South Island ski base or tranquil summer retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kea Cottage - perfect South Island ski base or tranquil summer retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kea Cottage - perfect South Island ski base or tranquil summer retreat?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Kea Cottage - perfect South Island ski base or tranquil summer retreat located?

This family-friendly Methven holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa, Methven Golf Club and Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa. Methven Golf Course is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

17 June 2024

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

Great getaway

Stayed in the cottage with my family for a short holiday. House was the perfect size for our family, well appointed, and cozy. Great view of the mountains for the sunrise and excellent stargazing at night. Loved the wood stove! Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

10 Apr 2024

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

Return to Kea

This is our third stay at this lovely cottage that is a great location for exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside. Candy is always clear and prompt in communicating and the cottage is always spotless and comfortable. We especially like the layout with two large bedrooms with ensuites (plus an additional bunkroom for kids). Great for two couples , a family, or two singles.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

9 Apr 2024

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

Whānau Long Weekend

Such a beautiful home. Has everything you need. Fully sticked kitchen, extra blankets, firewood to keep the home cosy. Great communication. Thnak you so much

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

8 Apr 2024

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

One of our favourites

This our second stay at Kea. We love the cottage and the area. Tracey (the cottage manager) is friendly and prompt in responding but otherwise you are completely private. The cottage is comfortable and clean and has everything you could need. Wonderful drives to stunning scenery in the area. We’ll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally C., Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

3 Jan 2024

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

Awesome house!

We had such a nice couple of days staying at Kea Cottage. You can walk into Methven for dinner. The cottage has everything you need and is very tidy and clean. A safe property for children.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

6 Feb 2023

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

Perfect place for a weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at Kea Cottage. We had four adults and two kids (3 & 5) and it was the perfect place for us - really spacious, modern and had everything we needed. Great indoor outdoor living and the kids loved playing outside. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

30 Oct 2022

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Perfect again

Our second stay at Kea Cottage was as good as the first. A lovely open living area with a good deck and lawn give the family plenty of space to roam. The bach is warm and comfortable. Set on the outskirts of Methven it has a sense of quiet, perfect for a relaxing stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenis T.

10 June 2022

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

Piece of paradise

This is our second stay at Kea cottage and we will be back , ultra warm and cozy place, everything you need and more ❤

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

21 Apr 2022

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

Beautiful and comfortable Home

Loved the house, perfect family accommodation, loved the big living area and lovely deck for the sun. Couldn't have asked for better.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

27 Mar 2022

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

Go Again

Thank you for the lovely stay. Warm and sunny house. Might have to visit again in the winter.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

David C.

1 Nov 2021

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

Comfortable modern bach

We had a short stay at Kea Cottage, but enjoyed every minute of it. The wonderfully appointed living areas and deck made allowed all to enjoyed some relaxation after excursions. We all enjoyed comfortable nights and would welcome the chance to return again. Located on the outer area of Methven it is an easy 1 km stroll into the centre of town.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Ruth B.

13 July 2021

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

Modern warm cosy property

Perfect for our family ski holiday at Mt Hutt

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chloe W.

24 June 2021

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

Tidy, warm and modern house

Great location that's walking distance to town. Great hosts with wood fire made up, ready to light. House is lovely and warm - perfect winter getaway. Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charisma B., Christchurch City, New Zealand

6 June 2021

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

Amazing Beautiful and Modern Place!

We had a beautiful stay at Methven. Warm and cosy house. Lots of fun and family time. Definetely worth our while.

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine D.

28 Oct 2020

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

Perfect for the 6 of us. Loved the view and the house. Couldn't have asked for better.

Great communication and the house was beautiful and spotless. Great indoor outdoor flow and we throughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks again.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

18 Jan 2020

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

Great location for Canterbury Plains

The renovated Kea Cottage is a lovely, bright, airy space with excellent indoor/outdoor flow and comfortable amenities. It made a perfect anchor for our explorations of the surrounding Canterbury Area. We especially appreciated the brochure on the Hakatere Conservation Area and explored it thoroughly--fabulous views and miles of splendid isolation! Highly recommended accommodation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

janine s.

15 Jan 2020

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Holiday in Methven

Lovely property, well appointed and good location

8/10 Good

Vivien H.

13 Oct 2019

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Great Views from lovely house

Lovely property, new, clean and amazing views of the mountains. So handy to a cute wee town. Really enjoyed our couple of days in Methven.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

jean-francois p.

12 Sept 2019

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

Great place close to the mountains

Brand new place with all the amenities close by. Large sun facing deck to relax after a day on the hill, good wifi if you need to work, big kitchen and living area. All in all I would highly recommend this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by candon997

We have owned Kea Cottage since 1992, when we bought it for family weekend skiing. We used it most weekends every winter right through until our sons left home in the early 2000's. Our sons are now married and we have grandchildren, and it became obvious Kea Cottage was too small for everyone to fit. We therefore set about extending and renovating and we now have a wonderful modern holiday house which will accommodate the whole family as the grandchildren learn to ski.

Why they chose this property

Kea Cottage has space for all the family. Quiet setting on the edge of town with dramatic mountain views.
A place to relax and re-charge. Methven has a laid back rural atmosphere and is a small friendly community.

What makes this property unique

Methven now offers the new (2022) Opuke Hot Pools & Spa with family and exclusive options. Spa facilities available - check out online. https://www.opuke.nz/bookings