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Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef.

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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • GymGymGym

Explore the area

Map
Upper Moutere, Tasman
  • Popular LocationMapua Wharf23 min drive
  • AirportMotueka (MZP)38 min drive
  • Popular LocationTahunanui Beach Reserve53 min drive
  • Popular LocationNelson Hospital55 min drive

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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.

Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef.

Situated in the tranquil Dovedale valley on a property steeped in history, this cottage offers visitors a unique getaway destination - a chance to relax and unwind in the old wooden rocker on the verandah, entertained by birds and the hum of bees, in well kept park like grounds, with a ponding feature incorporating a natural stream separating the cottage from the owners "Villa".
Upper Moutere village is only a 15 minute drive away for stores, cafe, takeaways the local pub, tennis courts, gym,
10km from the Motueka river which offers great fishing, swimming, rafting, etc. with both Kaiteriteri and Tahunanui beaches within a 40 min drive. Nelson lakes and Rainbow ski field in one direction, Takaka, Golden Bay the other, Mt Arthur and the tablelands in another, all are near enough for a great day out.
Art and craft galleries, wineries and cafes, golf links, horseriding, cycle trails, whatever the interest, there is something near by for everybody.
Special conditions:
Dogs are allowed by negotiation.
As we are a working farmlet, they may need to be restrained, and we ask that they be kept outside. There is good verandah weather protection.
Tariff for dogs is $20.00 per night per animal.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included); Dogs (Optional, NZ$20.00 per night);

Property manager

FayM9795

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Gym on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 11 sq ft (1 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Quaint Character Cottage on Working Farmlet Running Sheep Beef
Quaint character cottage on working farmlet Running Sheep Beef.

About the area

Dovedale

Located in Dovedale, this cottage is in a rural area. Motueka District Museum and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Richmond Mall and Nelson Market. Travelling with kids? Consider SimPit Technologies and Pic's Peanut Butter World. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Kahurangi Estate - 15 min drive
  • Mapua Wharf - 23 min drive
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 53 min drive
  • Nelson Hospital - 55 min drive
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Moutere Inn - 14 min drive
  • Neudorf Vineyards - 10 min drive
  • Kahurangi Estate - 15 min drive
  • Michael Macmillan Sculptor & Country Homeware - 10 min drive
  • Moutere Hills Vineyard & Cafe - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Kahurangi Estate, Kina Peninsula and Mahana Estates. SimPit Technologies and Tasman Golf Club are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dovedale NZ
Very laid back and quiet. Very soothing. Pudge the dog would visit us daily just to say hello. We loved our stay
Stayed 81 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marek L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
The cottage was clean, in the great location and Fay and David were great houselords. Totally recommended..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host Fay and her family were absolutely lovely to deal with. The cottage is an original quaint building, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Refreshing haven
We loved our stay in this little cottage. A favourite area was the lawn with shady trees which were perfect for reading a book under on a hot day. Pudge, the friendly dog, was a very welcome visitor, and another highlight for us. (The owner checked if we liked dogs or not, to know whether we wanted such visits, which was very thoughtful). We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great escape from the city
The farm cottage was just what you would expect - particularly when its 150+ years old! It has a charm absent from modern living, but also has all you could need. We enjoyed our stay, loved the location, and Fay & David were superb hosts. Next time we are in Tasman, we'll try to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rodrigo

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was rude and arrogant. We were at the property about 5 min outside after arriving at cottage everything open and dog inside. We sat outside till she case over and rude to our dog and us. No key. We left after we talked and went to rent another place for 2 nights and she will not give a full refund because she cares about money instead of people. House is not up to standards at all and smells of smoke, timber flooring unsafe, washing machine outside only cold of turn tap running, drinking water is questionable unsafe.

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Rancho Santa Fe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings farm stay. Quiet, peaceful with excellent hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Francis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Refreshing & Peaceful
This was our 2nd visit after 7yrs. We loved our stay at the cottage. The cottage was tidy and clean. All our needs were catered for. Fay is very kind, genuine and friendly host. The environment is very serene & peaceful. Fay's dog is an extremely welcoming host and super friendly. Loved having her visit us and playing with us. :):)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Host was great. Excellent communication. Lovely surroundings & everything we needed. Would stay again. Exactly as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corrie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely atmosphere and great hosts.
We’ll be back at the very next opportunity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022