Nestled in the serene Dovedale valley, this cottage offers a unique retreat amidst well-kept park-like grounds and a tranquil pond. Unwind on the verandah with birdsong and nature sounds, or explore nearby Upper Moutere village for cafes, shops, and outdoor activities like fishing or rafting.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef.
Situated in the tranquil Dovedale valley on a property steeped in history, this cottage offers visitors a unique getaway destination - a chance to relax and unwind in the old wooden rocker on the verandah, entertained by birds and the hum of bees, in well kept park like grounds, with a ponding feature incorporating a natural stream separating the cottage from the owners "Villa". Upper Moutere village is only a 15 minute drive away for stores, cafe, takeaways the local pub, tennis courts, gym, 10km from the Motueka river which offers great fishing, swimming, rafting, etc. with both Kaiteriteri and Tahunanui beaches within a 40 min drive. Nelson lakes and Rainbow ski field in one direction, Takaka, Golden Bay the other, Mt Arthur and the tablelands in another, all are near enough for a great day out. Art and craft galleries, wineries and cafes, golf links, horseriding, cycle trails, whatever the interest, there is something near by for everybody. Special conditions: Dogs are allowed by negotiation. As we are a working farmlet, they may need to be restrained, and we ask that they be kept outside. There is good verandah weather protection. Tariff for dogs is $20.00 per night per animal.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included); Dogs (Optional, NZ$20.00 per night);
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
Games
Music library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near the bay
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Dovedale, this cottage is in a rural area. Motueka District Museum and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Richmond Mall and Nelson Market. Traveling with kids? Consider SimPit Technologies and Pic's Peanut Butter World. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. Visit our Dovedale travel guide
Is Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef. located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Kahurangi Estate, Kina Peninsula, and Mahana Estates. SimPit Technologies and Kahurangi National Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).
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Quaint character cottage on working farmlet, Running Sheep & Beef. Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Very welcoming. All the amenities you need in one place. Gorgeous gardens and fruit trees. Thank you for being wonderful hosts. We loved everything... and the old english charm. We would definitely stay again, thank you, thank ypu, thank you!
The host was cery welcoming, we could enjoy the whole place, which was great for the kids, too. Fay tool them to the chicken and David to the Sheep and the Kids fell in love wirh Pudge, the Farm's dog.
It is a quaint cottage in a park-like private setting and we loved the place. Every morning we had breakfast on the deck.The dog Pudge was there to greet us when we arrived and every morning when we opened the kitchen door, she is very friendly and very obedient.We stayed for 34 days as we were 'between houses' and this place was for us just the right tonic to relax after a stressful event of selling our house and finding a new one. Fay and David are very welcoming and friendly.Highly recommended.
Cottage is set in a lovely shady spot, but always sun on one of the verandahs. Lots of great activities - biking, swimming, walking, beaches, eating out - all within 15-30 mins from house. We all loved staying here :)
The farm cottage was just what you would expect - particularly when its 150+ years old! It has a charm absent from modern living, but also has all you could need.
We enjoyed our stay, loved the location, and Fay & David were superb hosts. Next time we are in Tasman, we'll try to stay here again.
We loved our stay in this little cottage. A favourite area was the lawn with shady trees which were perfect for reading a book under on a hot day. Pudge, the friendly dog, was a very welcome visitor, and another highlight for us. (The owner checked if we liked dogs or not, to know whether we wanted such visits, which was very thoughtful). We will definitely be back.
Lovely Country stay in quaint 100 yr old cottage. Tasman countryside in Marlborough. 15 - 20 mins to Motueka, and not far to Kaiteriteri & Abel Tasman track. We could also do day trip up to Farewell spit & over the Takaka hill . If you are wanting quaint cottage stay , located in lovely farming valley , this is ideal. But make sure you have supplies & food , as not close to town. Host very helpful & welcoming, cottage comfortable & olde quaint. Lovely potbelly fireplace & wood supplied .
Russell B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Rodrigo
Jan 12, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host was rude and arrogant. We were at the property about 5 min outside after arriving at cottage everything open and dog inside. We sat outside till she case over and rude to our dog and us. No key. We left after we talked and went to rent another place for 2 nights and she will not give a full refund because she cares about money instead of people. House is not up to standards at all and smells of smoke, timber flooring unsafe, washing machine outside only cold of turn tap running, drinking water is questionable unsafe.
This was our 2nd visit after 7yrs.
We loved our stay at the cottage. The cottage was tidy and clean. All our needs were catered for. Fay is very kind, genuine and friendly host.
The environment is very serene & peaceful. Fay's dog is an extremely welcoming host and super friendly. Loved having her visit us and playing with us. :):)
We had a brilliant time in the beautiful charismatic Dovedale Cottage. No TV only a good book, that’s all you need. Dave, Fae and Pudge made us feel very welcome. If you like tranquility, a fab landscape and still exploring the Top of the south, that’s the spot. Thank you for having us
We had a wonderful weekend at the cottage, the host (Fay) is a super lady, very accommodating, friendly and welcoming. The cottage was clean, dry and very warm with a super comfortable bed. The grounds are park like with
beautiful trees, we arrived late from Hokitika, Fay left the cottage light on so we could find our way, from the minute we drove down the drive we felt like we were 'home'. Cant wait to go back and spend some quality time there again soon. Our wee dog Sake absolutely loved it there, such a safe and tranquil spot for the three of us. Love it.
The photos don't do this cottage justice! There is plenty of sun, plenty of shelter, beautiful surrounds and lots of space. House is well equipped and the host is fantastic.
This was the most beautiful wee cottage in a gorgeous country garden setting. The hosts (Fay and Dave) were so welcoming and friendly. Our daughter loved playing with the 2 farm dogs Pudge and Salty.