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Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)

Unwind by the cozy fire or soak under starry skies in the garden's FIRE-BATH with breathtaking views.

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 545 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • 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.

Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)

STEP BACK IN TIME into our charming 1950's "grandma's cottage", a LIVING MUSEUM of a simpler era, before tvs, microwaves and computers. No WiFi, so UNPLUG and ENJOY the authentic vintage memorabilia and cosy fire.
WALK the beautiful Hari Hari Coastal Walkway or TAKE A DAY TRIP - 50 mins south to Glaciers, 50 mins north to Hokitika. EXPLORE natural HOT-SPRINGS within a short drive and walk or SOAK and STARGAZE in the cottage garden FIRE-BATH with stunning farm/bush/mountain views.

Heaps of classic books, board games, puzzles, and vintage dress-ups for those wet West Coast days.
Kid-friendly - cot, highchair, toys, swings and bikes.
An authentic cottage with old-fashioned quirks, such as woolen carpets and a bathroom just outside, through the laundry.

2 kms from Hari Hari village, in an area of great hiking, fishing, hunting, lake swimming and boating.

Natural Hot Springs in the riverbed just a 5 minute drive and 15 minute walk away - one of the Coast's best kept secrets.

Genuine West Coast hospitality from hosts who live next door but will respect your privacy.

Teapot Cottage is on the same acre property as our other (completely different and off-grid) accommodation, 'Wildside Lodge'.

Special conditions:
Pets may be allowed with prior approval.

Extras: Linen (included);
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition, before you leave you are expected to: Leave the house as tidy as you found it; wash, dry and put away your dishes; wipe benches and stove.

Property manager

Wildside

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Unit size: 484 sq ft (45 sq m)

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  • Parking available
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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: Cot, highchair, toys, puzzles and games

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Teapot Cottage Westland District
Teapot Westland District
Teapot Cottage
Teapot 50's Time Warp
Teapot Cottage (50's time warp cottage)
Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp cottage) Cottage
Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp cottage) Hari Hari
Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp cottage) Cottage Hari Hari

About the neighborhood

Map
Westland District, South Westland

What's nearby

  • Willberg Walk Trail Access - 2 min drive
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 45 min drive
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 45 min drive
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 45 min drive
  • Hokitika Gorge - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pukeko Tearooms & Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Hari Hari - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) located?

This family-friendly Hari Hari cottage is located on a river, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Willberg Walk Trail Access, and within 25 mi (40 km) of The Bushmans Centre and Te Wahipounamu. Ross Goldfields Information & Heritage Centre is 26.8 mi (43.1 km) away.

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Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Stayed here once before great hosts and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky little cottage
Great little place to stay and explore the West Coast. We had a pleasant stay at The Teapot Cottage with all its 50's memorabilia.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base in South Westland
This cottage was exactly like the listing, and was the perfect base for some exploring. Within easy reach of Okarito Lagoon, which is a definite must see!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susannah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, lovely host
Lovely peaceful stay in a quirky nostalgic cottage. We absolutely loved it!! The kids had a lot of fun with the retro games and toys and we especially liked the record player.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Teapot cottage
A memorable place to stay, a great base for exploring the outdoors, with helpful and friendly hosts. The kids loved having a bath under the stars, and the cottage was well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a beautiful place! The hosts are so nice. We had good chats. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keeley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tea cup cottage 50’s party
We had so much fun- dress ups, records, outdoor hot tub, real cool hosts. Thanks guys!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Hueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place in natural environment.
Interesting with lots to look at in the house.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Delightful period place, crammed with interesting details! Owner took care to ensure a good fire to warm up the place on a rainy evening.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was so nostalgic and the host were premo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
adventure
Nice owner . Outside bathroom facilities should be disclosed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is exactly as described. Stove worked brilliantly with supplied firewood. Great record collection and nostalgic radiogram.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jc
Well worth the stop, like stepping back in time! Would recommend to anyone looking for something a bit different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R., Christchurch, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
We had a lovely time, enjoyed using the stereo playing records and playing board games. The atmosphere of old times of how things were ,was comforting and relaxing . The hosts were fantastic ,friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming
Welcomed us by lighting the log burner and was very pleasant which made the home nice and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Period cottage winner
We went just looking for accommodation in the area and liked the fifties style idea. Unexpected bonuses were the choice of period costumes to dress in for dinner at the end of a fantastic day exploring, with a huge LP selection to play on the period gramophone and a fantastic log burner all wood chopped and dry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristy
Absolutely loved this Bach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An awesome experience
We found the cottage was warm, welcoming, very comfortable and very interesting. A big thank you to the host for the property tour, stoking the outdoor bath and assisting us whenever needed. A thoroughly enjoyable and memorable experience. Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The coast
We received fantastic west coast hospitality and would recommend anyone to stay. Fantastic place and hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
A great spot and very friendly hosts. Loved the record player and puzzles. Was just what we needed after a long day skiing the day before. Thank you Kath and Dan 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful
The cottage was just as we expected and we were able to relax and have lots of fun dressing up as well as exploring the area. The beds were comfy and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Teapot Cottage
We really loved our stay at Teapot Cottage. Our hosts were welcoming and friendly, and the cottage was delightfully decked out with retro stuff. It felt like we had really stepped back in time. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Step back in time
Every detail of this 1950's styled house was impeccable. So much to see and explore and that is just inside the house. Loved it and the outdoors has plenty to offer also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cute cottage
The nick nacks and curios were awesome. And the fact that the kids got to play with the old toys was a great plus. Loved the location (although road was a bit loud but sleepable thru) and the hosts were very friendly and generous. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Cozy Getaway.
We were warmly welcomed by Kath. And she took us directly over to the cottage. Gave us a rundown with what was available in the property. Mentioned that she was readily available if we were in need of something. The hot tub was all geared up and running for our second night of our stay. Saw the natural countryside from the tub. A neat stay for a historical NZ experience. Thanks again to Kath and Dan.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022