Tucked away amongst trees, Borders Retreat is a charming cottage with a private driveway for parking. With three bedrooms to choose from and a fully equipped kitchen, you can unwind in the cozy mezzanine bedroom by the logburner or stroll to the nearby cafes and restaurants within five minutes.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown
Borders Retreat is a delightful character cottage, situated on a quiet street, tucked away amongst trees with a private driveway for parking.
There are three bedrooms to choose from, the sumptuous mezzanine bedroom, the sunny garden bedroom with french doors out to the garden or the twin bedroom with two single beds. The downstairs bedrooms can be closed off from the rest of the house, leaving the mezzanine bedroom perfectly cosy in the winter with the logburner going.
The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, separate dining area and is just a five minute stroll from the gorgeous cafes, restaurants and designer clothes shops in the town and just around the corner from the supermarket. We are also just a ten minute walk from the new rail trail, which is a lovely walk/biking track for families. We are just a few minutes drive or 15 minute walk from the swimming pool and family play park and a five minute drive from the river.
Other facilities include:
Laundry, BBQ, outside dining area, bathroom with shower.
Borders Retreat is very cosy in winter with all firewood supplied. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only.
Extras: Cleaning (fee); Linen (included);
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Things to do
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
When 2 guests book and are using 2 beds, there is an extra $30 laundry/cleaning fee. Please let me know at the time of booking.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps away from Stonehenge Aotearoa and Cobblestones Village Museum. Alexia Urban Winery is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
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Reviews
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We had another wonderful stay. We have been coming here for years. The host is friendly and a great communicator. We appreciate all the little touches and the cozy fire.
Absolutely perfect for a weekend away. Sandra is such a welcoming host. Location is perfect for exploring Greytown by foot and easy drive to rest of Wairarapa
With the fire lit when we arrived & wonderful attention to detail with generous treats we had a wonderful stay & would highly recommend. Super clean, tidy & well appointed it was a home away from home.
Excellent hosts and a great bach with everything you need. Lovely warm fire that was great as we had a storm while we were there!
Allison S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sally
26 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A gorgeous, cosy, warm place to stay in a great location. Very well equipped with a lovely wood fire. Lovely comfortable beds with beautiful bedding. Yummy baking and goodie basket provided.....such a lovely surprise. Thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our stay here.
Couldn’t have been nicer. Hosts were so accommodating. The house was a dream to relax in and we really enjoyed the lovely homely touches!Highly recommend!
Rae
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather
20 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
So comfortable and well set up. We enjoyed the extra welcoming touches.
Sandra’s place was perfect for a weekend getaway. We had everything we needed and the place was spotless. Lovely addition having milk, eggs, bread and a homemade lemon loaf provided. We would definitely stay again.
We had a truly delightful stay at Borders Retreat. The hospitality that Sandra offers is special. The cottage is spacious and full of character. The biggest treat for us was the fire! This is a perfect base to explore Greytown and the Wairarapa region.
The cottage offers a very welcoming, relaxing environment. It is well-equipped with lots of nice details supplied by the host. We particularly enjoyed the lemon cake waiting for us on arrival. The wood burner made it cosy on a cool spring day. The cottage is walking distance to the delightful shops and cafes of Greytown.
Lovely, lovely place. Very well appointed and great location. Everything about the booking was easy. My Canadian friends were very happy and impressed with the house and the entire area.
Thank you very much.
I might have walked into my own home...
beautifully clean and well received goodies in the kitchen.
Only comment can think of to have improved would be to have the dining table a little nearer the kitchen.
Thankyou.