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Butterfly Cottage Martinborough

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, Netflix, books, streaming services

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • 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.

Butterfly Cottage Martinborough

Less than a ten minute (600m) walk to the Square, Butterfly Cottage is a picture-book late 1800s small house.

The cottage is steeped in the history of Martinborough. It was once a hairdresser’s shop, then a residence, located on The Square. It was relocated to Malcolm Street in the early 20th century, when it became a family home for many decades.

It’s a cosy, peaceful little two bedroom cottage on a quiet street. The perfect place to come home to after a day exploring everything Martinborough and the Wairarapa region has to offer.

Let yourself in using the smart lock.

The front bedroom has a queen bed and a beautiful original decorative fireplace. The main bedroom has a big super-king bed and french doors which open out onto a deck with a lovely table and chairs setting - perfect for breakfast, coffee or a glass of Martinborough wine.

The kitchen has everything you might need including a great selection of tea and coffee.

The bathroom has a claw footed bath so you can soak away the day.

The cottage is kept cosy and comfortable by a heat pump/air conditioner. Wifi, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Chrome Cast and a selection of books will keep you entertained

*The cottage is very, very old. The floors slope slightly and some of the floorboards are creaky and can be a little uneven

A cute little slice of historic Martinborough, just a short walk from the centre of the village

Property manager

Belinda

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking okay outside. Please take butts away

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 667 sq ft (62 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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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

This property does not allow children

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
Note from host: Absolutely no parties or events
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Martinborough, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Palliser Estate - 2 min drive
  • Muirlea Rise - 2 min drive
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard - 3 min drive
  • Martinborough Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Martinborough Vineyard - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In the Neighbourhood Coffee House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Haythornthwaite Wines - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Joe Kwong on - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coney Wines - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Butterfly Cottage Martinborough pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Butterfly Cottage Martinborough?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Butterfly Cottage Martinborough?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Butterfly Cottage Martinborough located?

Situated in Martinborough, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cambridge Road, Schubert Wines, and Palliser Estate. Muirlea Rise and Ata Rangi Vineyard are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Butterfly Cottage Martinborough Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old historic cottage - quaint
The house is sitting next to a right of way for rear property. Nice decor, except window in the bathroom isn't very private. Very small dining area. Okay for 2, squeeze for 3+. Used all heaters and heat pump.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazibg little cottage
Cozy, well kept and lots of little extras like tea, coffee and chocolates to make us feel special. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janay T., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage for girls weekend getaway
Loved the cute cottage vibes. Beds were very comfortable and big. House was cosy and perfect for an overnight girls getaway place to relax after biking wine tour during the day. Shower was great too. Easy and high tech lock for security was great. Easy walk to the centre of Martinborough, Four Square supermarket and fish n chips shop all very convenient. Communication with host was fab and instructions were spot on 👌 Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maree A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Martinborough get-away
Delightful property, great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this cottage - the perfect place for a weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bede H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and tidy
Would recommend anyone to stay here, lots of charm
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot, well presented with all the necessary amenities
Well worth it , would stay again, awesome little spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Clare S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and nice but not much love
The location was quiet with a ten minute walk into town. The bed linen was lovely, the pot of chocolates, soap all good. The stay was OK but really the property was quite basic in certain areas. The dining table was in an alcove where my husband's head touched the roof. Certainly not a spot for more than two people. The garden had been maintained at the front but nothing more than that. The back was sparse and uninviting. Putting a shower over a bath with high sloping sides, designed before showers were invented, crosses the line between quaint and rustic into plain old uncomfortable. The two shower curtains stick to your body as you try to wash and don't cover the wall behind the taps. This wall (which is behind the bed in the main bedroom) and the floor is looking predictably damp. All up it's OK for two people for a weekend, but needs a bit more TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
A lovely place to stay, well cared for & hosts extremely thoughtful in providing little things that make a stay even more comfortable & enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely Martinborough cottage
The cottage is very cute and clean. It’s close to the square. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sidonie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely spot in Martinborough
We loved our stay at Butterfly Cottage. The house is very comfortable, has everything you need and is in a great location to get to Martinborough and the wineries. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to town and wineries. Lovely villa Would look to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great option for a long weekend
This is a beautiful restored wee cottage, for one or two couples, which is within easy walking distance of the square. We had troubles with getting in to start with, due to the heat playing havoc with the lock mechanism, but Belinda was really helpful in helping us get around that. This was the second time we stayed here, and won't be the last. We enjoy the tranquility, and the back yard is great for sitting out in the sun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

paula b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, very comfortable
Very easy to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly Host
The location was perfect for our reason to stay in Martinborough. Very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kerry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and comfortable
Hi, the cottage was clean and comfortable. Everything we needed was supplied. Beds were super comfortable. Only slight problem was very squeaky floorboards in the hallway which would wake anyone trying to sleep. Great check in check out. Lovely quiet neighbourhood.

8/10 Good

Raymond T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem called Martinborough
A lovely and well appointed cottage with all the little things thought of, however, older people may have difficulty accessing a shower which is over a rather narrow bath and no grab handle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A lovely old property with everything you could possibly need on site. Beautifully decorated and styled. Within walking distance to the Square in town . We would definitely stay there again .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jewel in Martinborough
The cottage was extremely clean and welcoming. Beautifully kept and maintained, it was like stepping back in time. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

wendy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Butterfly cottage
A cute little cottage in a quiet neighbourhood. 10 min stroll to the CBD. Comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Martinborough breakaway
Really enjoyed our stay at Butterfly Cottage. Beautifully decorated, easy access, situated on a quiet street within walking distance of town square.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Comfortable - just right for us.

8/10 Good

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay despite unkind weather
Went smoothly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020