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Charming, peaceful country cottage - close to shops etc

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining
Connollys Cottage is a charming country retreat surrounded by nature and near village shops. Escape to your own private garden within the 6.5-acre forest, where you can unwind with a good book or take leisurely country walks.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming, peaceful country cottage - close to shops etc

Connollys Cottage is a charming, original, country cottage surrounded by nature but also close to the village shops. On 6.5 acre forest garden you will also have your own private garden. Great spot to relax, read and take some country walks or visit some of the sites in the Wairarapa. The night sky is perfect for star gazing on a clear night.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: unfenced water race electric fences

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Carterton, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Daysh House Garden - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stonehenge Aotearoa - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Cobblestones Village Museum - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Vintage Aviation Museum - 13 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Stonehenge Aotearoa - 15 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Clareville Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The White Swan - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Grill Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The French Baker - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, peaceful country cottage - close to shops etc pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, peaceful country cottage - close to shops etc?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, peaceful country cottage - close to shops etc?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, peaceful country cottage - close to shops etc located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Gladstone Vineyard, Stonehenge Aotearoa and Cobblestones Village Museum. Vintage Aviation Museum and Old Stick & Rudder Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Charming, peaceful country cottage - close to shops etc Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Quiet cute country cottage

Private, quiet, rural cottage. Comfortable and all we needed for a 3 day stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful country villa with lots of animals to enjoy as well, horses and sheep.recommended…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

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

Lovely autumn holiday

Beautiful little old country cottage, a lovely garden with fruit trees and flowers. Cosy to have the fire going at night with firewood supplied. Comfortable, clean, traditional decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi D.

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

Lovely spot, would highly recommend

Tranquil wee spot on the fringes of town. It felt very rural and peaceful. We enjoyed sitting out in the lovely garden when the sun was out, and when it rained we enjoyed cozying down inside.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen H.

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

Carterton hideaway cottage

We had a lovely stay in this house, an old cottage way out of town. Beautiful peaceful surroundings and bird song. The house was beautifully clean and tidy with very comfortable beds. The log fire was very nice to have especially when the rain camel! Would thoroughly recommend staying here. Thanks Lucy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Comfortable and Relaxing

A very nicely presented old farmhouse and very comfortable beds. Plenty of books and games, though the good weather meant we didn’t need them. We would happily return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We lòved the cute cottage. It is really nicely done. The bed linens are excellent quality and the beds are comfy. We sat out in the sun during the day and lit the fire in the evening when it got cool. The garden was gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea Y.

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

A perfect Christmas getaway

We had such a lovely time in this cute house. It had everything we needed for our stay and we had the best Christmas here - the kids’ room with the old fireplace was perfect for the Christmas stockings. The garden is ramshackle and perfect for the kids to explore, they loved it! They didn’t want to leave. Thanks for providing all we needed for our stay, we were truly able to unwind and relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jernine S.

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

Great Locstion

Property was good. Unfortunately with all being adults the lounge and seating was a bit of a squish with some on the floor. But lovely character villa, with everything you need. Local to our needs. gor our stsy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Caryn S.

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

LOVELY COTTAGE

The description is 100% accurate. The cottage is surrounded by beautiful trees, very quite and private. It had everything we needed. Loved the fire, especially on the chilly evenings. Will definitely be back if we are in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Denise T.

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

Wairarapa revisited

Very attractive cottage with everything we needed. Lovely cuddly towels and crisp sheets. Cold weather so made the most of the large fire box and generous wood supply. Very quiet. Pleasant hosts located next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle M.

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

Great stay

Only gripe was, we had an issue with ants. They were all through one of the beds, and in spots all around the house. Have told host so hopefully they sort it. Otherwise perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

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

Super spot for girls weekend

We all loved this place. The garden is full of fruit trees and and 'secret garden' charm. The bedrooms were simply and beautifully decorated with very attractive bedcover, good quality sheets and very comfortable beds. The living room cosy and very comfortable. The kitchen with more than everything you need and the bathroom very clean and smart and nicely scented hand washes.The lv
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel Genese C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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