Title: Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown Holiday home in Greytown with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997400/37997366/d694cb79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997400/37997366/1be77697.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997400/37997366/35e7dbe3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997400/37997366/8803ab2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997400/37997366/cda43c08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tucked away amongst trees, Borders Retreat is a charming cottage with a private driveway for parking. With three bedrooms to choose from and a fully equipped kitchen, you can unwind in the cozy mezzanine bedroom by the logburner or stroll to the nearby cafes and restaurants within five minutes. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown Borders Retreat is a delightful character cottage, situated on a quiet street, tucked away amongst trees with a private driveway for parking. There are three bedrooms to choose from, the sumptuous mezzanine bedroom, the sunny garden bedroom with french doors out to the garden or the twin bedroom with two single beds. The downstairs bedrooms can be closed off from the rest of the house, leaving the mezzanine bedroom perfectly cosy in the winter with the logburner going. The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, separate dining area and is just a five minute stroll from the gorgeous cafes, restaurants and designer clothes shops in the town and just around the corner from the supermarket. We are also just a ten minute walk from the new rail trail, which is a lovely walk/biking track for families. We are just a few minutes drive or 15 minute walk from the swimming pool and family play park and a five minute drive from the river. Other facilities include: Laundry, BBQ, outside dining area, bathroom with shower. Borders Retreat is very cosy in winter with all firewood supplied. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only. Extras: Cleaning (fee); Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33565000/33564973/14817e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Bliss Historic Greytown Cottage Greytown - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 183 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=33564973&PinnedHotelID=33564973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33261500/33261423/ad4faa3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The house for all seasons, occasions and ages. 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Please let me know at the time of booking. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that 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 Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown Greytown ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.08198%2C175.45420&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pLTitw6ZNCMu1et5ci5OWIzz0R4=) Greytown, Greytown #### What's nearby - Stonehenge Aotearoa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Cobblestones Village Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Alexia Urban Winery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Palliser Estate - 15 min drive - 12.9 miles - Stonehenge Aotearoa - 19 min drive - 14.4 miles #### Getting around - Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 73 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wild Oats - ‬10 min drive - ‪The White Swan - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Tin Hut - ‬6 min drive - ‪The French Baker - ‬11 min walk - ‪Turkey Red - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Borders Retreat, Cosy Character Cottage Greytown located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps away from Stonehenge Aotearoa and Cobblestones Village Museum. Alexia Urban Winery is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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