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Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

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Room
Interior
Dining
Private kitchen
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Oamaru, Otago
  • Steampunk HQ
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Oamaru (OAM)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Beautiful, newly renovated cottage with private deck that looks out over the historic precinct and out to sea. Centrally located with only 150m walk to the nearest cafe and 200m to the old town of Oamaru. Super warm, sunny and containing all the modern conveniences, this cottage will allow you to relax in comfort and style whilst exploring all the best of Oamaru on foot - no need for a car as it is so close to everything!

Property manager

katres447

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oamaru

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in South Hill, a neighbourhood in Oamaru. National Bank and Janet Frame House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Steam Train and Whitestone Cheese Factory.
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Oamaru, Otago

What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Otago Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coast Restaurant & Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru located?

This family-friendly Oamaru cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of St Lukes Anglican Church, Steam Train and Auto Museum. North Otago Museum and National Bank are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Views
Very well looked after property, with wonderful views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
With walking distance to amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daneen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wow what a property, the pictures don’t do it justice. The beds were super comfy. Amazing view and so close to everything. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic place to stay! Close to town
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little Cottage
Fantastic location, can hear the rolling waves, easy walk to shops, cafes. Lovely hosts too.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, Sweet Cottage
Loved our stay here. It is walking distance to the Victorian Precinct and many shops and cafes. Was very quiet at night. The cottage is so pretty...beautiful wallpaper, art, linen curtains, comfy hotel-style sheets and towels. We had everything we needed and it was very clean. There is even an ocean view from the lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Close to everything.
It is a gorgeous property. Great space, clean and great views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We really enjoyed our stay at Little Sweetie. This is a very well appointed and comfortable place in an ideal location to enjoy the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Omarama Treasure
This would be one of the best places we have stayed in, beautifully set up and a real home away from home. Katrina and Neville were excellent hosts informing us about the area and suggesting a number of places to visit in this special part of NZ. We do so hope that we can return and strongly suggest that a stay of more than one night would be a positive idea.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Clean. Tidy. Close to heritage part of town. Would live to stay again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cute place!
Lovely spot - super close to the coast & old part of town. Actually super close to everything in town. Cafe only 100m away. Lovely house to stay in too. Super warm and clean. Love the old details. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends get together
Would highly recommend little sweetie - it was beautifully presented. We had a lovely welcome gift and info on what was in the area. Katrina was great to deal with- she answered all my questions and wanted to make sure we had a great time for our catch up
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage!
Quite big cottage that is very comfortable for guests. The host gave a personal touch with a handwritten note with some local sweets. Great stay! Would recommend ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely overnight spot
This was a great place to stay on our first night in NZ--quiet, clean, comfortable and the host was very responsive and welcoming. Pretty house, with all amenities. Easy walking distance to downtown and all attractions of Oamaru. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visiting Oamaru
Brilliant little house. Beautifully presented with everything we needed. The additional 2nd toilet was brilliant with 2 couples staying. Beds were super comfy and the location to explore the Victorian Quarter was fantastic. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E., Lower Hutt, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet spot
We loved this place! Great decor, plenty of room, great location. We'd love to come back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Period cottage close to historic area, nicely decorated, very clean, well-equipped and well kept. A few (minor) negatives - steep gravel driveway (can't walk down in flat bottom shoes), no toiletries (such as shampoo), and the washer/dryer is a combo unit so dryer is not vented and takes forever (fortunately, drying racks provided).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
Very good location and comfortable house. Exceeded expectations- thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
We really enjoyed our stay and everything was how it was described. We wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant location
This wee cottage is perfectly situated for the historic part of Oamaru. We were able to park up at the house and walk everywhere during the Heritage Festival. The drive is steep, but quite short. The views over the harbour to the ocean are lovely and one morning were were treated to a fantastic sunrise. The house is clean and well equiped. We enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunny house in the heart of Oamaru
Excellent stay. The house is only a few minutes walk from the centre of town and ideal for friends travelling together, with two lovely queen bedrooms. Comfy beds. Very spacious, clean and tidy. The deck is a great spot to sit outside.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Little Sweetie
Fantastic place central to city! Quiet neighbourhood. Beautifully designed and very clean, comfortable and a welcoming gift! Will be back! Can’t recommend it enough!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
This house is beautiful. The photos don’t do it justice. It is very spacious and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by katres447

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I really enjoy renovation and decoration so this translated well to provide an outstanding accommodation experience for my guests. I have been in the accommodation industry for three years and love when I hear back that my guests have enjoyed themselves.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is spacious, welcoming and comfortable - a home away from home. Being centrally located, you can walk to all the interesting sights and experiences on offer in Oamaru. The deck offers an opportunity to sit and relax whilst looking out over the old town and out to sea.

What makes this property unique

A comfortable lounge with free Wi-Fi and Netflix offers the opportunity to relaxing after a busy day exploring and the fully equipped means you have the choice to eat in or dine out. Being so central, all the restaurants are within easy walking distance. On warm days, the deck and private back garden gives outdoor options.
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