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Cottage on the Pond

Step into tranquility where birdsong fills the air and nature is at your doorstep. Unwind on the deck overlooking a peaceful pond.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Smart TV, books
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage on the Pond

Situated on the edge of a pond this lovely quiet cottage is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the afternoon sun from the deck after a day of exploring in the Buller area. Listen to the birds or try to spot the resident eel Frank. There is also a lovely track around the property.
This 2 bedroom cottage is in a lovely rural location away from the road, no early morning traffic just bird song.
Large kitchen equipped with pantry staples(coffee,tea,salt,pepper,oil)
Linen and towels are supplied.

Property manager

Marie & Glen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 969 sq ft (90 sq m)

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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: The pond is not fenced off from the property.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 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 neighborhood

Map
Westport

What's nearby

  • Solid Energy Centre - 11 min drive
  • Miner's Brewery - 12 min drive
  • NBS Theatre - 12 min drive
  • Carters Beach - 17 min drive
  • Tauranga Bay Seal Colony - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portside Bar & Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Feed the Soul - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Denniston Dog Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gibbys Cafe Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Freckles Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the Pond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the Pond?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the Pond?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on the Pond located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Solid Energy Centre, Miner's Brewery, and NBS Theatre. Coaltown Museum and Carters Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Cottage on the Pond Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan D., Darwin, Australia.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great little cottage! We loved the space, the pond and the wildlife.
I would highly recommend staying here it was perfect.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Westport bliss
Great location wonderful hosts lovely looking out over pond
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
Great scenic location and accommodation. Met all expectations, clean, uncluttered and very comfortable. Would happily stay again. Frank the eel enjoyed our company. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodation in a lovely setting
The cottage was perfect for our two night stay in Westport. It had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Just a short drive to town it was in a quiet rural location. We will definitely stay here again if we return to the region and happuly recommend it to anyone wanting well presented accommodation in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent for our use as a base for the area
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay in a beautiful part of the country. Lovely modern cottage close to Westport with very generous living and bedrooms. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base to explore the region.
Lovely place to use as a base to explore the area. Modern, clean, and very comfortable. Enjoyed our stay and recommend it for others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice R., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and quiet
Good location to visit Karamea.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best place ever for 5 years plus kids!
This cottage was awesome! Delicious bread, wine & butter upon arrival, a pond that was hours of entertainment for our 5 & 7 year old with a resident eel, 3 outdoor areas around the private pond. The cottage was cosy & super clean. Idyllic surroundings, so quiet & peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great base for exploring the area
We enjoyed our stay at Cottage on the Pond. We had everything we needed and enjoyed the pukeko antics
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eiren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin by the pond
We thoroughly enjoyed our home away from home. As an older person a rail on the steps out the front would have be nice but not really a major problem
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique, Peaceful and relaxing
Relaxing and peaceful.. unique place to stay, great information about the property and what activites you could do..lots of fun rowing the boat on the pond and feeding Fred the eel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Very pleasant, lots of bird visiting the pond, the Eel loves raw chicken by the way. The accomodation had everything we needed, just wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fairdown
Was a lovely peaceful stay - great to be nearby to some fabulous walks and the Kawatiri cycling trail.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed private retreat
Hubby and I had a wonderful stay at the Cottage on the Pond. We loved the tranquility of the location, the natural surroundings and bird life, and Frank was truly impressive! Thanks so much for sharing you piece of paradise with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage by the Pond
There was a stunning vista all round, so peaceful and I enjoyed feeding Frank in the pond. The cottage itself was nice with good cooking facilities. I can't wait to go back there for another stay. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unique property set in nature. Great hosts providing complementary wine and cheese on arrival. Highly recommended and good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
West coast paradise
Lovely and central for us
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall great location. Lots of birds. Very quiet. Best to bring your own pillow unless you like soft pillows. Very clean as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two night delightful stay
Lovely, well equipped bach. Beds are very comfortable. The bach has a central geographical location, good for day trips. Really like the lake and feeding Frank the eel. The BBQ is a nice area to have a meal especially as the Weka joins you. Thank you to the owners for the surprise food and drink items which we enjoyed. This is our second time at the bach and we definitely recommend staying
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We throughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It is well equipped, beds are very comfortable, the view of the pond is lovely. We enjoyed meeting Frank the resident eel. The cottage is centrally located. We would definitely stay again. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extras provided were lovely
Owner left some bread, cheese, butter, and bubbly, which were an unexpected treat. The deck, grill area, and pond made for a beautiful setting. A few small things in the house needed attention, but all was clean and the layout of the place was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect, relaxing spot
We loved our stay at the cottage. It was lovely and quiet for the adults and there is plenty of space for the kids. The kids loved the pond and the eels and spent most of their time outside. The hosts were very welcoming and the cottage itself had everything we needed. It’s a great location close to Westport and a short drive to many of the activities we wanted to do on the coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellence
Property as described in a quiet pleasant location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023