Title: Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6139313&destination=Raglan%2C+Waikato%2C+New+Zealand&selected=125161140&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage ## Photo gallery for Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage ![TV - Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125170000/125161200/125161140/20776384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125170000/125161200/125161140/d5d09179.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125170000/125161200/125161140/bee43622.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125170000/125161200/125161140/9a6afeb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage (Raglan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125170000/125161200/125161140/35736d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage For more photos & sneak peaks visit IG: @groundswell\_property When it comes to wow-factor locations, this cottage delivers on every level. Nestled into Raglan’s premier Rose St hillside, Tawatahi Cottage is quaint and unassuming, but this hidden gem is sure to surprise and delight. With uninterrupted panoramic water views, sun-drenched living area & a relaxed, inviting interior, this cottage provides an idyllic solo retreat or couples’ escape for those looking for some blissful time out. Inside this cute and quirky cottage, the pared-back coastal theme, with cool whites and calm oceanside blues create a light-filled, cosy and intimate space, the perfect spot for reading a book or simply admiring the stunning views. The large corner lounge suite provides the comfiest of places to kick back and watch the ever-changing kiwi weathers as they roll across the ocean. And on those hot summers days, throw open the french doors to enjoy your extended living and outdoor entertaining space. The fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, stovetop and fridge/freezer looks across the open plan dining and living room with an indoor dining table that can seat up to 4 people. Or take advantage of the generous, elevated deck with solid wood dining table and enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with ocean vistas as your backdrop. There are two good sized bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed, bedside tables, night reading lights and 4 drawers tallboy so you can unpack and settle in as if you were right at home. The toilet is a \`cottage type\` room that is inside the house, but has a \`rustic outhouse feel\` with corrugate iron walls and a sliding door for privacy. Please note that the clawfoot bath is currently out of order for use as a bath, it is shower only. Please note that the Master bedroom is accessed via the Queen bedroom, but has its own door and can be closed off for privacy. All Groundswell Properties include: Linen, towels, toiletries (shampoo, body wash, soap), tea, coffee, milk, dishwashing liquid, dishwasher powder, laundry powder and gas for BBQ. Plus exclusive Groundswell Property guest discounts with local Raglan Businesses - full details on our Groundswell Property website. You will have access to the entire house - all bedrooms, bathroom, living room, kitchen and outdoor area. We are available via phone, email or text and happy to assist at all times. Perfectly located for a 5 minute wander down to the Wharf Waterfront where you can peruse the boutique retail stores, enjoy a beverage at The Wharf Cafe, pick up your evening fish & chips or jump aboard the Wahine Moe sunset cruise in summer. Raglan has something for everyone. And this home is ideally located to explore the local area. Surfers will love the big waves at world-famous Manu Bay. Nearby Cox Bay and Lorenzen Bay are great spots for swimming, kayaking and body boarding or just relaxing in the sunshine. You may even get lucky and spot one of the orcas that regularly come to visit the bays. Also on offer in Raglan is fantastic bushwalking, golf, mini putt and, of course, plenty of fishing. The vibrant café and arts scene in Raglan township is just a short drive away. There’s a wealth of delicious dining options to choose from, along with specialist arts and crafts shops to explore. Also within easy reach are the supermarket and shopping facilities. Do as much or as little as you want – the choice is yours. Raglan is a fantastic holiday destination any time of year. Due to the natural settling of the home\`s piles over time, some of the floors have a slope. This is a common characteristic of older properties and does not affect the structural integrity of the home. The house has been thoroughly assessed and deemed safe for guests by a qualified builder. No more than the number of guests booked, to a maximum of 4\. Additional charges will apply if you exceed the number booked. Sorry we are unable to host pets. Please note that the Master bedroom is accessed via the Queen bedroom, but has its own door and can be closed off for privacy. Please note there is a large step up to the bedrooms and step up into the laundry and toilet area so this property wouldn’t be suitable for those that require a level entry. The shower is over a claw foot bath, so again not ideal for those that need a level entry. The toilet is a \`cottage type\` room that is inside the house, but has a \`rustic outhouse feel\` with corrugate iron walls and a sliding door for privacy. Please note that the clawfoot bath is currently out of order for use as a bath, it is shower only. The quirky cottage vibes are continued with the slanting floors in all the rooms. There is parking for 1 car only in the driveway/carport, so we do recommend driving together if possible. Please note that the carport/driveway is quite steep and small so not suitable for vehicles with low clearance or tall vehicles. An additional car can sit on the grass verge just past the driveway, on left, but this park often gets taken by the public during the busy summer months. Guest stays longer than 5 nights will be provided with additional bathroom linen for use during your stay. For reservations longer than 10 days, on request, additional bed linen can be provided for you to change at your convenience. Our team will collect any dirty linen at a mutually agreed time. All reservations include an end of stay cleaning fee. Sufficient cleaning products and equipment will be available at the property for use during your stay should you need it. We do not offer mid-stay cleaning services unless this has been pre-arranged at the time of booking and we have capacity in our cleaning schedule to book this in. All additional cleaning services including mid-stay bed making will incur additional costs. The Smart TV is internet based apps only which you require your own log in details for - Netflix, Neon, You Tube, On Demand etc. Sorry we are unable to host pets. Strictly no smoking indoors. If you smoke outdoors, please do so responsibly and remove butts from the property on departure. Tawatahi Cottage is located in a residential area - please no excessive noise. A noise curfew is in place between 10pm and 9am. A BBQ is available for use during your stay. Please clean with the appropriate supplied cleaner after use. We reserve the right to charge for additional cleaning if the BBQ is found dirty. Rubbish - an allowance has been made for 1x full blue rubbish bag. Additional rubbish must be taken with you or dropped at a local refuse disposal station (details in house info folder) or an additional charge of $25 per bag will be applied for disposal. Recycling - an allowance for 1x full recycling bin has been made per stay. Additional recycling must be taken with you or an additional charge of $25 per box will be applied for disposal. Electric Vehicle Charging- We are unable to accommodate electrical vehicle charging at the property, there is a fast charging station location around the town hall on Bow Street. For any personal belonging/s that are left at the property, there is a $40 (regardless of size) minimum return fee + courier bag/packaging. This is to cover staff travel and time to the post office + administering the return charge. Please note there is a motion sensored security camera at the entrance door. These devices are for the security of the property, but if there is reason to suspect misconduct from guests, the footage and data can be reviewed. Sorry but we are unable to host pets. No shoes inside. No smoking. No more than the number of guests booked, to a maximum of 5\. Additional charges will apply if you exceed the number booked. Residential area, no parties or excessive noise. Noise curfew from 10pm to 9am. A BBQ is available for use during your stay. Please clean with the appropriate supplied cleaner after use. We reserve the right to charge for additional cleaning if the BBQ is found dirty. Rubbish - an allowance has been made for 1x full blue rubbish bag. Additional rubbish must be taken with you or dropped at a local refuse disposal station (details in house info folder). Recycling - an allowance for 1x full recycling bin has been made per stay. Additional recycling must be taken with you or an additional charge of $25 per box will be applied for disposal. Electric Vehicle Charging- We are unable to accommodate electrical vehicle charging at the property, there is a fast charging station location around the town hall on Bow Street. For any personal belonging/s that are left at the property, there is a $40 (regardless of size) minimum return fee + courier bag/packaging. This is to cover staff travel and time to the post office + administering the return charge. Please note there is a motion sensored security camera at the entrance door. These devices are for the security of the property, but if there is reason to suspect misconduct from guests, the footage and data can be reviewed. Our cancellation policy offers a full refund up to 5 days before arrival. After that you receive 50% of the booking plus cleaning fee, less the first night. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44590000/44588800/44588751/4aca0f26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bow Street Studios Raglan - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 54 reviews £126 includes taxes & fees 27 Apr - 28 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-27&endDate=2026-04-28&selected=44588751&PinnedHotelID=44588751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39170000/39166300/39166228/f4da7a65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raglan Harbour View Hotel Raglan - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar 7.6 Good 93 reviews £65 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=39166228&PinnedHotelID=39166228&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105645100/105645081/da66b52d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay View Beach House - gorgeous seaside cottage with panoramic views over Raglan Raglan - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 78 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=105645081&PinnedHotelID=105645081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125170000/125161200/125161194/126c0b8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbourside Cove • Views, Cosy + Peaceful Raglan - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=125161194&PinnedHotelID=125161194&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33736100/33736037/f450ef8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### G SPOT (upper level) WITH SPA Raglan - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 157 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=33736037&PinnedHotelID=33736037&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34161600/34161527/78f8298b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunny with decks and bush/harbour views. 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No shoes inside. No smoking. No more than the number of guests booked, to a maximum of 5. ### 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 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 437994 ## About the area Located in Raglan, this cottage is on the waterfront. Manu Bay Nature Reserve and Ngarunui Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Old School Arts Centre and Waingaro Hot Springs. Bush Tramway Club and Taitua Arboretum are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tawatahi Cottage • Wharf Views • Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Aaron 27 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Cute little cottage with exceptional views and good proximity to town. Had it quirks with very uneven flooring, a very small loo but also has the most epic shower pressure. All in all a very comfortable and tranquil place to stay. ##### Aaron Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma M. 1 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We absolutely loved our stay at Tawatahi cottage! It’s a classic, quirky, 1940s Raglan bach with a fantastic deck area overlooking the most incredible views over the Raglan harbour and wharf. The amenities were excellent with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing weekend away. The house was spotlessly clean, with quality linen, comfortable beds, and nice furnishings. We loved our short walk down to the wharf for a fish & chip dinner, and the vibrant Raglan town is only a few minutes drive away. We will be back for sure! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/77c9e7ed-491d-440a-a05f-e157ab8dd69c-1772407923970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Emma M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026 ---