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Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Fireplace, DVD player
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa

This original stone cottage is nestled on a bushy section between Mt Aspiring National Park and land owned by the Makarora Wonderland Lodge. We live in the Octagonal house next to you 😉 The bird life is incredible with Kaka, Tui and Kereru frequently landing in the trees around us. It is a spacious, self-contained, 2 bedroom abode (choice of singles or King bed in second room) with lounge and a hydrotherapy spa! There is a collection of DVD's and board games. Fully equipped kitchen. Outside is a garden entertaining area with table and chairs, BBQ, and views up to Mt Shrimpton. The Nature Walk and Shrimpton Track join up to our property. Go for a night wander to see the glow worms!
The Cottage is a 2 minute walk from the Wonderland Cafe/Restaurant/Bar and a 10 minute drive from the must-see Blue Pools. There are a number of epic short walks and multi-day hikes including the Gillespies Pass Circuit right at your door-step. We recommend staying a few nights to enjoy the wilderness, hiking, trout fishing or jumping on a fixed wing plane, heli or jet boat for an adventure up the Wilkin River Valley and beyond.

Property manager

Sarah

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 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

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Makarora
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Makarora

About the neighborhood

Map
Makarora, OTA

What's nearby

  • Blue Pools - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Lake Wanaka - 9 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Fantail Falls - 16 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Haast Beach - 62 min drive - 84.7 km
  • Lake Hawea - 71 min drive - 52.8 km

Getting around

  • Wanaka (WKA) - 59 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from Te Wahipounamu, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Blue Pools and Lake Wanaka. Fantail Falls and Peter Fraser Park are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joanne r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool cottage
It was a lovely cottage with all the old school stuff in it brought back such fond childhood memories. Thanks for being great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boudina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birdsong cottage
charming little cottage, very homely and cozy. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy & Clean
Exactly what we needed - 5 stars Thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quynh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damien B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great time Cheers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, would stay again
Lovely hot tub, area, ground, cottage, fireplace, kitchen, bedrooms, everything amazing 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely hideaway cottage
Lovely eclectic cottage with fascinating bits and pieces. Check out the bathroom sink stand. My favourite.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yosef S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and cozy
It is quiet and feels like home. Close to beautiful places. Worth visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Birdsong
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
Location was perfect, hiked from the cottage to a bit above the bush line towards Mt Shrimpton for lunch and a great view of the valley
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was interesting to experience the culture of the area through a stay in the "bush." We knew the stay would be more rustic than many of our accommodations. Some areas were a bit more rustic than we had planned... but the back porch, view and birds were a big plus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Michele M.

Great spot for hiking in the park.
Rustic and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique rustic cottage, comfortable and cosy. Close to nature and we could hear birdsongs in the morning. Lots of bush walks within a short drive. The cottage had all the facilities for self catering, however bring all your own supplies. There is mobile phone coverage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Adriana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice to have table and chairs outside.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Roger B.

weekend away
Great location, very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Van K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like stepping back in time
Cute older mountain cabin has all the essentials. WiFi is limited but birdsong is plentiful. Hosts are friendly and helpful. Area is beautiful. Couches and beds are comfortable and kitchen has everything you need. It's a bit like stepping back in time. DVDs, games and books are provided for your entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Middling be
Cold the first night and only VERYsmall heaters I had replied to the host asking a question re our arrival, but never had a reply! We were asked to do the dishes before we departed Which to my mind was a step too far
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joannd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cosy and comfortable cottage!
A gorgeous cottage that is furnished with vintage flair. Easy check in and check out with hosts that are kind, caring and quick to respond to any questions etc. Loved our overnight stop off here!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vahid G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant and relaxing
Actually we were notified one day before the check-in by the manager that this property was double-booked. She booked another property nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023