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Herb Cottage

3.0 star property
Adults-only cottage in Haumoana with free parking

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Pool
Gorgeous Romantic Countryside Cottage | Private kitchen
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Gorgeous Romantic Countryside Cottage | In-room dining
A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Herb Cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included

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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.

Herb Cottage

Adults-only cottage in Haumoana with free parking
Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a garden are available at this cottage. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. The cottage features free WiFi and a washer/dryer, plus a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. Added amenities include a balcony, a private garden and a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is not available.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Haumoana cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchenette

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Herb Cottage Haumoana
Herb Haumoana
Herb Cottage Cottage
Herb Cottage Haumoana
Herb Cottage Cottage Haumoana

About the area

Haumoana is home to this cottage. Hawke's Bay Opera House and Birdwoods Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pekapeka Wetlands and Splash Planet. National Aquarium of New Zealand and Faraday Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
507 Tuki Tuki Road, Haumoana, 4172

What's nearby

  • Elephant Hill Estate Winery - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Black Barn Vineyards - 13 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Arataki Honey Visitor Centre - 14 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Splash Planet - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Te Mata Peak - 19 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪E Mo Ne Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bay Espresso in the Village - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Browndog Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Haumoana Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪No5 Cafe & Larder - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Herb Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Herb Cottage?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Herb Cottage?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Herb Cottage?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Herb Cottage located?

Situated in Haumoana, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Elephant Hill Estate Winery and within 6 miles (10 km) of Haumoana Beach and Te Awanga Estate. Beach House Wines and Clearview Estate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Herb Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A Terrific Weekend in a Tiny Home

Herb Cottage is a very quiet, private, well-appointed, charming cottage located 23 minutes from Napier and close to Havelock North, a booming town with a great variety of excellent restaurants. We loved staying in the orchard, visiting Napier on Art Deco weekend, and spending a fun evening at Meeanee Speedway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely quiet country getaway near winies
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place for peace and quiet in a rural setting yet not too far from town
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful cottage in a wonderful setting, a really relaxing spot either after work or for a holiday retreat, i totally recommend Herb cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful little cottage with everything you need - private & romantic!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet and had all we needed for a relaxing few days. It was delightful to wake to bird song and check in with the sheep. Great to be able to do our washing. Lovely to have eggs, milk and some essentials provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is in a lovely rural setting, Small observation, would dismiss one set of outdoor furniture Inside would dismiss cane chairs & replace with bench/seat for keeping bags contained Very nice though 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Quaint and Quiet Farm Cottage

What a wonderful stay at Herb Cottage! It is indeed surrounded by herbs! This cottage is on a working farm with multiple orchards and an extensive gardens. Our hostess had some eggs, fresh herbs, lemons and milk waiting for us. The space is small, but also spacious since the double doors open to a lovely deck with plenty of outdoor seating. We enjoyed breakfast out there every morning! There is no TV, and it wasn’t missed! The bed was comfortable and the shower great. We left the windows open at night and liked the cool night air and waking to birds singing. It’s not typical to have bug screens on windows, but we did have a couple big insects come in and screening would help with that (my husband quickly caught and disposed of them). We had access to do our laundry and a warm greeting during the day from the owner’s pup ~ We loved that; so friendly, and then she would wander off. Just checking on us! There are also 2 bicycles for use. We just didn’t have time for those between other visits in the outlying area. This a definite return place if we come back to this area of NZ from the states. Thank you for a wonderful and memorable stay!! *Make sure to note that there is a cleaning fee that is included in final amount.
Cottage view
Looking into cottage from front double doors
Kitchette
Owner’s pup gave a warm greeting :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Would stay here again

Very pretty and extremely well supplied little cottage. Located in a very private area surrounded by lemon trees add an herb garden. Approximately a 20 minute drive to Napier and Ocean Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A fabulous well equipped cottage surrounded by vineyards and gardens. Bikes available with many paths nearby and pool as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at Herb Cottage..Brigid was very helpful. Lovely sitting outside in the late afternoon and watching the animals and smelling the lemon blossoms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great people to deal with thank you very much
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marilynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This charming rustic, little cottage is a delightful change from hotels. You’re in the fields; sheep, horses and a lemon grove are outside your window. The kind host left us wonderful lemons and eggs. No screens on windows though so bugs do get in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The bed and shower was amazing and the area was really peaceful with only bird sounds. The wifi was intermittent and there was no TV but it did not detract too much from the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

This wee cottage was quaint, very quiet and peaceful with everything we needed. A great place for an escape. Wish we could have stayed longer. Will recommend it to others. Thank you Brigid.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Highly recommend this little cottage

Quaint cosy country cottage. Our host Brigid ensured all basic supplies including eggs bread and a selection of condiments. We loved the quiet location. The only thing that marred our stay was the confusion Hotels.com caused with our reservation we had to find somewhere else for a night and we await a refund. Brigid had not been correctly notified and ended up with a double booking to contend with and this made us feel rather uncomfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Stylish, peaceful retreat

Lovely stay at this peaceful little cottage. It's compact, but beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. Cooking and barbeque facilities. Luxurious linen and a very comfy bed. So relaxing it was hard to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Herb Cottage is a quaint, cosy and peaceful property. The kitchen is well resourced and the host left eggs, bread and butter which was a lovely touch. The bed is super comfy. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Lower Hutt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic rural cottage, peaceful and relaxing, great location, 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hamish, Lower Hutt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a very cute little hidey-hole where we could escape from the rain on cold days and served as a great base for outdoor activities on the good days. It is very handy to the cycle trails and beach as well as being relatively handy to Havelock North. Herb Cottage is well named. There is a great selection of herbs just outside the door, and it is well supplied with cooking utensils and equipment to turn out a tasty meal if you're wanting to eat in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

MArtine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très calme avec un paysage mwrveilleux pour qui aime la nature et une belle piscine pour nous rafraîchir!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely stay, very peaceful. The cooking facilities were more than ample with two hob rings, a small oven and a barbeque. We were actively encouraged to use the pool (which we did each morning!) which was very nice. They also have decent push bikes which again are available. Most things are not in walking distance but a short drive. This is what we were expecting but due to it's location made it very peaceful. Being able to do some washing was a great help. Thanks you for a very relaxing stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting - cute cottage and private. Great communication from owner
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed Herb Cottage, liked the location and it had everything we needed. It was well provisioned. A couple of small problems. We advised time of arrival to be between 3-4pm but nobody home when we arrived at 3pm. Turns out owner was in Australia. We were told to let ourselves in, unfortunately it wasn't obvious where the cottage was so we couldn't. We sent a text and returned an hour later and were let in with no further problem. Unfortunately the bbq was dirty and we weren't able to use that. Also the property needed a good amount of shrub/tree trimming. There is a large tree over the cottage and due to the wind this was banging against the cottage all night. Saying that we would recommend and thought it was good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019