10/10 Excellent
Kate L.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway
Kate L.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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Westie on the West Coast - Private, Free WIFI, Entire Cottage
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7
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Explore the area
Taylorville, West Coast
- Brunner Industrial Site18 min walk
- West Coast Rail Trail8 min drive
- Rapahoe Beach12 min drive
- Greymouth (GMN)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Lounge
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Westie on the West Coast - Private, Free WIFI, Entire Cottage
YOUR PRIVATE GETAWAY IN TAYLORVILLE.
"Westie on the West Coast" was a nickname coined shortly after our family purchased this property.
Westie is our family holiday home, located in Taylorville, West Coast, New Zealand. Although modernized, we have respected this home has stood since early 1900s.
With the ability to sleep up to 7 people, this cosy classic kiwi home, is nestled in bushland. This home is just 10 minutes from Greymouth, but feels a world away.
-Stunning bush location
-Short Walk to the famous Taylorville swimming hole in the river
-Quintessential West Coast log burner sits central in the lounge
Although this house is the perfect place to just retreat, relax and rest - there is also a multitude of activities located nearby:
- Local Mountain Bike Tracks: Moonlight Track, The Croesus Track, and Napoleon Hill as examples
- Paparoa Track: Situated just 10 minutes from Black Ball "Westie" is a perfect base before going to the Paparoa Track. Paparoa Track crosses the Paparoa Range. It takes you through alpine tops, limestone karst landscapes and thriving rainforests, and provides breath-taking views
- Brunner Historic Mine: Just minutes from our Westie you will find the historic Brunner Mine site. This was one of the country's earliest industrial sites where coal was mined and coke, firebricks and other products were manufactured from the 1860s until the 1940s.
- Fishing: There are options for fly fishing in the Grey River (license required), or cast surfing from the nearby beach.
- Shantytown: A replica township situated on the site of the gold-rush and saw milling history. Located between Greymouth and Hokitika Shantytown is a great family activity.
- Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes: Explore a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools on this short, paved walk that's great for children. This is located at Dolomite Point, near the little settlement of Punakaiki on SH6. Its 44 km north of Greymouth along the beautiful scenic coastal road.
- Monteiths Brewery: Is a bit of a local legend! One of the oldest breweries, recognised as the original home of craft brewing in New Zealand, it runs regular tours as well as tastings. Located in Greymouth township.
- Shopping: You will find a multitude of hand crafted Jade and pounamu jewellers in the township, as well as all the day to day items you may need. There is also a Sunday market held 10am to 2pm in the township.
There are many things to do nearby, or in a short drive so take the time to explore.
"Westie on the West Coast" was a nickname coined shortly after our family purchased this property.
Westie is our family holiday home, located in Taylorville, West Coast, New Zealand. Although modernized, we have respected this home has stood since early 1900s.
With the ability to sleep up to 7 people, this cosy classic kiwi home, is nestled in bushland. This home is just 10 minutes from Greymouth, but feels a world away.
-Stunning bush location
-Short Walk to the famous Taylorville swimming hole in the river
-Quintessential West Coast log burner sits central in the lounge
Although this house is the perfect place to just retreat, relax and rest - there is also a multitude of activities located nearby:
- Local Mountain Bike Tracks: Moonlight Track, The Croesus Track, and Napoleon Hill as examples
- Paparoa Track: Situated just 10 minutes from Black Ball "Westie" is a perfect base before going to the Paparoa Track. Paparoa Track crosses the Paparoa Range. It takes you through alpine tops, limestone karst landscapes and thriving rainforests, and provides breath-taking views
- Brunner Historic Mine: Just minutes from our Westie you will find the historic Brunner Mine site. This was one of the country's earliest industrial sites where coal was mined and coke, firebricks and other products were manufactured from the 1860s until the 1940s.
- Fishing: There are options for fly fishing in the Grey River (license required), or cast surfing from the nearby beach.
- Shantytown: A replica township situated on the site of the gold-rush and saw milling history. Located between Greymouth and Hokitika Shantytown is a great family activity.
- Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes: Explore a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools on this short, paved walk that's great for children. This is located at Dolomite Point, near the little settlement of Punakaiki on SH6. Its 44 km north of Greymouth along the beautiful scenic coastal road.
- Monteiths Brewery: Is a bit of a local legend! One of the oldest breweries, recognised as the original home of craft brewing in New Zealand, it runs regular tours as well as tastings. Located in Greymouth township.
- Shopping: You will find a multitude of hand crafted Jade and pounamu jewellers in the township, as well as all the day to day items you may need. There is also a Sunday market held 10am to 2pm in the township.
There are many things to do nearby, or in a short drive so take the time to explore.
Property manager
Prue Fothergill
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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About the area
Greymouth
Located in Taylorville, a neighbourhood in Greymouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Brunner Industrial Site and Shantytown are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wingham Park and Rapahoe Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Grey District Aquatic Centre and Shantytown Heritage Railway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Taylorville, West Coast
What's nearby
- Brunner Industrial Site - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- West Coast Rail Trail - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
- Monteith's Brewing Company - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
- Greymouth Golf Club - 12 min drive - 15.4 km
- Rapahoe Beach - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Woodstock Craft Bar & Eatery - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Kfc - 8 min drive
- Monteith's Brewing - 8 min drive
- Buccleugh's on High - 10 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
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Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Craig H.
17 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
West Coast Bach
Craig H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dianne L.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
Dianne L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Judy D.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Westie wonders
Judy D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Pat G.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
West coast getaway
Pat G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie W.
7 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retro feel
Julie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maria H.
25 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Maria H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
David P.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
David P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
jamie p.
22 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, peaceful spot.
jamie p.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Eion T.
9 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Bach.
Eion T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
12 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Westie - Taylorville
Paul S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
sue c.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our lovely stay at Westie
sue c.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Helen S.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Westie
Helen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wayne Coddington C.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and westie
Wayne Coddington C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Natalia K.
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great westcoast stay
Natalia K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catriona
12 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Catriona
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve S.
23 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very happy
Steve S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hilary K., Christchurch
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Hilary K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christine K.
20 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to explore the Westcoast
Christine K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samantha b.
13 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just amazing!
Samantha b.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
John T.
23 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
West coast leg
John T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kris B.
21 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Kris B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen T.
20 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Westie
Karen T.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise P.
22 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday home for a family
Louise P.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
David H.
10 Mar 2024
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Westie
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About the host
Hosted by Prue Fothergill
We are a family with deep roots in the Coast. Our Grandfather was a child on the Denniston Mine. We find the Coast the perfect get away.
There is something magical about the bushlands of the West Coast of New Zealand.
With dense ferns and bush around the property, there is a tranquil calm that can be found at Westie.
There is something magical about the bushlands of the West Coast of New Zealand.
With dense ferns and bush around the property, there is a tranquil calm that can be found at Westie.
Why they chose this property
YOUR PRIVATE GETAWAY IN TAYLORVILLE.
"Westie on the West Coast" was a nickname coined shortly after our family purchased this property.
Westie is our family holiday home, located in Taylorville, West Coast, New Zealand.
With the ability to sleep up to 7 people, this cosy classic kiwi home, is nestled in bushland. This home is just 10 minutes from Greymouth, but feels a world away.
Just a short distance from many attractions like Great Walks, the Brunner Mine, Mountain Bike trails and more.
"Westie on the West Coast" was a nickname coined shortly after our family purchased this property.
Westie is our family holiday home, located in Taylorville, West Coast, New Zealand.
With the ability to sleep up to 7 people, this cosy classic kiwi home, is nestled in bushland. This home is just 10 minutes from Greymouth, but feels a world away.
Just a short distance from many attractions like Great Walks, the Brunner Mine, Mountain Bike trails and more.
What makes this property unique
Although this house is the perfect place to just retreat, relax and rest - there is also a multitude of activities located nearby:
- Local Mountain Bike Tracks: Moonlight Track, The Croesus Track, and Napoleon Hill as examples
- Paparoa Track: Situated just 10 minutes from Black Ball "Westie" is a perfect base before going to the Paparoa Track. Paparoa Track crosses the Paparoa Range. It takes you through alpine tops, limestone karst landscapes and thriving rainforests, and provides breath-taking views
- Brunner Historic Mine: Just minutes from our Westie you will find the historic Brunner Mine site. This was one of the country's earliest industrial sites where coal was mined and coke, firebricks and other products were manufactured from the 1860s until the 1940s.
- Fishing: There are options for fly fishing in the Grey River (license required), or cast surfing from the nearby beach.
- Shantytown: A replica township situated on the site of the gold-rush and saw milling history. Located between Greymouth and Hokitika Shantytown is a great family activity.
- Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes: Explore a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools on this short, paved walk that's great for children. This is located at Dolomite Point, near the little settlement of Punakaiki on SH6. Its 44 km north of Greymouth along the beautiful scenic coastal road.
- Monteiths Brewery: Is a bit of a local legend! One of the oldest breweries, recognised as the original home of craft brewing in New Zealand, it runs regular tours as well as tastings. Located in Greymouth township.
- Shopping: You will find a multitude of hand crafted Jade and pounamu jewellers in the township, as well as all the day to day items you may need. There is also a Sunday market held 10am to 2pm in the township.
There are many things to do nearby, or in a short drive so take the time to explore.
- Local Mountain Bike Tracks: Moonlight Track, The Croesus Track, and Napoleon Hill as examples
- Paparoa Track: Situated just 10 minutes from Black Ball "Westie" is a perfect base before going to the Paparoa Track. Paparoa Track crosses the Paparoa Range. It takes you through alpine tops, limestone karst landscapes and thriving rainforests, and provides breath-taking views
- Brunner Historic Mine: Just minutes from our Westie you will find the historic Brunner Mine site. This was one of the country's earliest industrial sites where coal was mined and coke, firebricks and other products were manufactured from the 1860s until the 1940s.
- Fishing: There are options for fly fishing in the Grey River (license required), or cast surfing from the nearby beach.
- Shantytown: A replica township situated on the site of the gold-rush and saw milling history. Located between Greymouth and Hokitika Shantytown is a great family activity.
- Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes: Explore a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools on this short, paved walk that's great for children. This is located at Dolomite Point, near the little settlement of Punakaiki on SH6. Its 44 km north of Greymouth along the beautiful scenic coastal road.
- Monteiths Brewery: Is a bit of a local legend! One of the oldest breweries, recognised as the original home of craft brewing in New Zealand, it runs regular tours as well as tastings. Located in Greymouth township.
- Shopping: You will find a multitude of hand crafted Jade and pounamu jewellers in the township, as well as all the day to day items you may need. There is also a Sunday market held 10am to 2pm in the township.
There are many things to do nearby, or in a short drive so take the time to explore.
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