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Our top choices for New Zealand cottages

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1. Grafton Cottage & Chalets

Grafton Cottage & Chalets
4.0 star property
Thames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (441 reviews)
"Check in was so quick and the people were so kind! We were able to learn about local activities and dining! The room was spacious and had everything we ended. Far enough from town for beautiful scenery but close enough that everything was a 10min drive or less. Incredible stay!"
United States
Shayna
The price is ￥12,130
￥14,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Grafton Cottage & Chalets
A modern house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a tree with autumn leaves.

2. Twizel Cottages

Twizel Cottages
3.5 star property
Twizel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great accomodation and easy to find"
Australia
SHANE
Twizel Cottages
A modern house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a view of the surrounding hills.

3. Flaxmill Accommodation

Flaxmill Accommodation
4.0 star property
Cooks Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"One of the best stays we have had in very long time, peaceful, quite, wonderful surroundings and close to attractions "
New Zealand
Clinton
Flaxmill Accommodation
A wooden deck with a bench, overlooking a valley with mountains in the background.

4. Shotover Country Cottages

Shotover Country Cottages
3.5 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (217 reviews)
"The accommodation was in good location views were great, just outside the hustle and Brussel of Queenstown was only a fifteen minute drive.Supermarket etc only a 5 minute drive"
Australia
Leah
Shotover Country Cottages
A lodge with a wooden exterior, a gravel driveway, and outdoor seating.

5. Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great location and a lovely cottage with everything needed for a comfortable stay."
New Zealand
Patricia
The price is ￥17,567
￥20,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Barnacle Bills
A red building with large windows and a wooden deck.

6. Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach
Arthur's Pass
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Great stay ."
New Zealand
Denny V.
The price is ￥12,471
￥17,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Mountain Village Bach
A rustic cabin with a green metal roof, a porch with a white railing, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

7. Vineyard Cottages

Vineyard Cottages
3.5 star property
Waimauku
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (127 reviews)
"Great accomodation and great people.Beautiful location."
Australia
Denis
The price is ￥24,050
￥27,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Vineyard Cottages
A residential area with a house, a wooden fence, and a utility pole with power lines.

8. Modern Bach with a Rural view

Modern Bach with a Rural view
Taramea Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Easy late check-in and early checkout process; clean/cozy and tastefully appointed; Netflix on the big screen was a plus for the kids; lovely view and easy walking distance to the beach:-)"
Australia
L
The price is ￥8,818
￥18,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Modern Bach with a Rural view
A blue barn-style building with a large wooden door, a covered porch, and a windowed front area.

9. The Barn restful place

The Barn restful place
Cromwell
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"This property is just wonderful, plenty of room, great facilities, really comfortable beds, quiet peaceful place to relax & recharge. Recommend absolutely."
Australia
Maurice
The Barn restful place
A wooden deck with a bench and table, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a hilly landscape.

10. Beautiful native bush retreat

Beautiful native bush retreat
Matakana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (174 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, very easy check-in process. Very special spot."
Australia
Liam
Beautiful native bush retreat

11. Sunnynook Cottage Sea Views Top Location, walking distance to town.

Sunnynook Cottage Sea Views Top Location, walking distance to town.
Raglan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (390 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay ..clean well equipped and ideally situated for exploring Raglan and the surrounding area ."
United Kingdom
Margaret M.
Sunnynook Cottage Sea Views Top Location, walking distance to town.
A modern single-story house with a garage, a covered patio with outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. 1970's Renovated, self contained comfortable 2 bedroom bach

1970's Renovated, self contained comfortable 2 bedroom bach
Wanaka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"Great host, wonderful accomodation. "
New Zealand
Michael M.
1970's Renovated, self contained comfortable 2 bedroom bach
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a plant, a TV on a stand, and a sliding glass door leading outside.

13. Kawakawa Cottage - lovely rural outlook. Convenient location to Manfield Park

Kawakawa Cottage - lovely rural outlook. Convenient location to Manfield Park
Feilding
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay it was quiet and well equipped and good value for the money."
Australia
KEITH
The price is ￥12,292
￥16,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Kawakawa Cottage - lovely rural outlook. Convenient location to Manfield Park
A small, single-story building with a beige exterior, a small window, and a door.

14. Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!

Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Wonderful place, perfect to lay in the grass for stargazing, super comfy and warm!"
United States
Philipp V.
The price is ￥32,067
￥51,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Cute cottage, 500mtrs to lake front and Church of the Good Shepherd!
A backyard with a black fence, a grill, and a water tank.

15. Retreat into nature, in rural Ngaruawahia. Relax in the outdoor bath.

Retreat into nature, in rural Ngaruawahia. Relax in the outdoor bath.
Ngaruawahia
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"We wish we'd had longer to enjoy the location, but this was a great place to stay within driving distance of the Auckland airport. Everything was very comfortable and well provisioned."
New Zealand
Sky D.
The price is ￥13,361
￥21,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Retreat into nature, in rural Ngaruawahia. Relax in the outdoor bath.
A house with a gravel driveway, a large spherical sculpture in a planter, and a bench in the foreground.

16. Fitzgerald Cottage CBD

Fitzgerald Cottage CBD
Christchurch City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (407 reviews)
"Beautiful property, close walking distance to everything, highly recommend for your stay if you are looking for something more than a motel"
United States
Nicole K.
Fitzgerald Cottage CBD
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, a grassy field, and a view of the sea.

17. 'The Bach' Relaxed Holiday Accommodation Kaimaumau

'The Bach' Relaxed Holiday Accommodation Kaimaumau
Kaimaumau
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"Perfect stay. Friendly quiet and well stocked."
Australia
Murray
The price is ￥10,689
￥15,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
'The Bach' Relaxed Holiday Accommodation Kaimaumau
A residential driveway leading to a garage, with a house on the left and a shed on the right.

18. Magpie Cottage. Newly Renovated , 2 Bed, 2 bathroom close to Napier CBD

Magpie Cottage. Newly Renovated , 2 Bed, 2 bathroom close to Napier CBD
Napier South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"Nice place to stay "
Canada
Heather B.
The price is ￥17,637
￥23,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Magpie Cottage. Newly Renovated , 2 Bed, 2 bathroom close to Napier CBD
A modern house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

19. Lawn Cottages

Lawn Cottages
3.5 star property
Clive
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Really nice property, Very comfortable, clean and well equipped. Really enjoyed our stay here."
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is ￥29,604
￥34,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Lawn Cottages
A white building with a grey roof, number 33, and a black gate with the same number.

20. Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru

Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru
Waiouru
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Great location, family friendly and helpful host!"
Australia
Ariel
The price is ￥15,588
￥23,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Tawhiri Cottage, Waiouru
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New Zealand Cottages information

Number of reviews
3,162
Accommodation
1065 Cottages
Lowest Price
￥14,012
Highest Price
￥51,918

Frequently asked questions

How much do cottages in New Zealand cost?
Cottages in New Zealand range between ￥14,012 and ￥51,918 per night. These stays offer a chance to get reacquainted with nature — at a price you can afford. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many cottages are there in New Zealand?
You can choose from 1065 cottages in New Zealand. Whether you're traveling with your family, as a duo or with a group of best friends, Expedia makes it simple to find the ideal space.
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Booking a cottage in New Zealand is as simple as deciding on your travel dates and choosing your ideal place for a getaway in the outdoors. From upscale retreats to budget-friendly stays and cottages that offer perks like free WiFi, Expedia has something for all tastes and styles. As for epic deals? We have them too!
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What is there to do in New Zealand near my cottage?
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