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Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage!

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A small, modern house with a patio and a deck, surrounded by a lush green landscape and a forested hill in the background. - Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! (Onamalutu)
A well-maintained grassy area with various trees and shrubs, likely part of a park or garden setting. - Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! (Onamalutu)
A living room with a dark sofa, a white sideboard, a patterned rug, and a bookshelf. - Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! (Onamalutu)
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a radiator, and a view of the outdoors. - Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! (Onamalutu)
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, a stove, and a sink. There is a small bar area with stools and a sofa with a decorative pillow. - Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! (Onamalutu)
Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage!

  • We love living on our Lifestyle Property in the beautiful Onamalutu Valley!

    Our new cottage is privately situated, overlooking our gardens with lovely views up the valley to Mount Riley and native bird song!

    We have easy access to all the wonderful things to do around Blenheim, are 20 mins from town, and only 8 to the Golden Mile!
    We wanted to provide a sunny getaway home, whether you want to relax by the river, join us for a BBQ, or sample all the local wines!

    The space
    Our cottage has a lovely Queen size bedroom, enjoying morning sun, a fully equipped kitchen, wifi, and movies galore on the TV! Beautiful fresh bore water and access to our own river to paddle or swim.

    We have lots of local knowledge so we can advise on great places to visit, restaurants, etc.. 40 minutes to Picton Ferry, 25 minutes to Havelock - The Mussel Capital of the World!

    Guest access
    Parking area is next to the cottage, at the side of our house. Walk & explore the garden, or BBQ :)

    Other things to note
    Our cottage will very comfortably accommodate two people, couch in lounge converts to double bed for 3rd person. The Cottage has everything you need, whether you are staying for a couple of nights or a month. the cottage opens onto a deck, providing plenty of room to enjoy the views.
    The accommodation is self-catering and fully set up for guests to come and go as they please. The pantry includes necessities such as coffee, teas, salt, pepper, olive oil, herbs and other basic condiments.

    Relax in the spacious living area where it’s lovely and cosy in both winter and summer. For the colder nights there are panel heaters to keep you snug.

    The master bedroom has a new queen bed with luxury mattress for an excellent nights sleep.
    We are very convenient to the local centre (Renwick) approx 8 minutes away, there is a Four Square, chemist, gas station, take aways and a couple of pubs!
    Please bear in mind we are a rural location :)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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 not indicated whether 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

About the area

Located in Onamalutu, this cottage is in a rural area. Nautilus Estate and No.1 Family Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wairau River and Pollard Park. Visit our Onamalutu travel guide
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Onamalutu, Marlborough

What's nearby

  • Wairau River
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Nautilus Estate
    8 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • No.1 Family Estate
    9 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Renwick Museum
    11 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Cloudy Bay Vineyards
    13 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Vines Village
    8 min drive
  • Eradus Wine Tasting Room
    8 min drive
  • Spy Valley Wines
    18 min drive
  • The Fancy Cow
    8 min drive
  • Framingham Wine Company
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wairau River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Nautilus Estate and Makana Confections. No.1 Family Estate and Upton Oaks Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Stunning location garden setting, farmstead cottage! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and tranquility

Such a peaceful spot but within a small distance from the amenities of Blenheim
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic Bach in the countryside

My partner and I had a wonderful stay that exceeded our expectations. The property is clean, cosy, and spacious and as a bonus the dogs were very friendly! We would definitely stay here again if returning to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful tranquil setting

Loved our 3 nights. Cottage was clean well equipped and in a lovely setting. Great hosts Sue and Wayne. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Onamalutu valley

I had a lovely two night stay. A very comfortable little cottage. Thank you, Sue.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed rural and friendly :-)

We really enjoyed staying here at this lovely farmstead cottage in this relaxed rural environment. Only issues was check in directions and small bathroom. But everything else was awesome, stunning location, super friendly hosts, lovely dog to greet us and a great place to stay, def recommend!! :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and host, will stay again if in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a lovely place to stay. This would be perfect for a couple or solo retreat. I was in the area for work, and it was a very tranquil and cosy spot to retreat to after a long day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farm stay

Lovely stay. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning property. The hosts were very attentive and friendly. Cleanliness was 5 stars xxxx the breakfast goodies were a welcoming extra and very much appreciated. Would definitely stay with you again. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

Easy access to all parts of the Marlborough Sounds from this property and yet has an authentic farm feel (without having to get your feet dirty). Caught some nice trout on day trips from here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but sweet!

Great to meet Sue, pleasure to deal with. The cottage is a great space, would definitely love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Little Cottage

We had a wonderful time staying at this cottage for two nights while visiting Marlborough and driving up to Abel Tasman. It was cozy and bigger on the inside than expected. Lots of attention to detail and wonderful suggestions laid out from the hosts. They also offered for us to meet the horses which I thought was lovely, we just didn’t end up having the time. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cute wee cottage is situated on a large expanse of lawn with beautiful views of the garden & surrounding hills. Ideal for self-catering, there's a good gas stove & oven with plenty of pots, pans & cutlery. A washing machine is also provided. The bed is comfortable with a choice of pillows & there is a small bathroom with a good shower and toilet.Basic groceries such as breakfast foods, milk, butter, bread, jam, tea & coffee were provided.Sue & Wayne were welcoming, friendly & easy to talk to. We really enjoyed our two nights there & hope we'll have other opportunities to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Alles war vorhanden, was wir brauchten. Das Waschbecken im Bad ist allerdings sehr klein. Die Gastgeber waren sehr nett und freundlich und haben uns Tipps gegeben für unsere Unternehmungen. Insgesamt empfehlenswert.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein schönes tiny house

Wunderschön gelegenes, kleines Haus, gemütlich eingerichtet. Die Gastgeberin Sue ist sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

We loved our two nights here. The cottage is beautifully done, so clean and a very comfortable bed. So nice to get away and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. We felt very welcome and it was lovely to meet the owner and their two dogs were regular visitors. Highly recommend for a getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty spot

Sue and Wayne were very welcoming and the cottage was clean, comfortable and all what we needed. A perfect deck to hang out and the bbq was a great bonus. If there is one thing to comment on, it would be the size of the bathroom. It is on the small size but totally sufficient. We loved the friendly dogs. The location was perfect for us to visit the wineries and Havelock. All just a short drive away. The spot is nicely set back in the valley away from the buzz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing as (and very cute)

We loved the quiet country setting, getting very good nights' sleep in this cosy and chic little cottage. Thanks Sue; we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely setting and excellent hosts

We loved our stay. A modern a cosy flatlet with all the necessities. Super hosts. Can definitely recommend. Wish we could stay a bit longer but we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Far from the madding crowds!

A very cute clean comfy cottage, calm environs, remote yet located close to some of the best wineries. Well done Sue.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tiny house, giant levels of peace and relaxation.

This is a wonderfully enjoyable place to relax and slow right down. Sue and Wayne are excellent hosts and having the dogs around is great fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and peaceful surroundings

Excellent spot to enjoy a quiet get away, lived the river walk.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb Bach

An excellent Bach in every way. Splendid location. Exceptional accommodation in a most peaceful setting. Sue coped especially well with the shock of our arrival as Bookabach’s confirmation of our booking had not been received! This assumption was supported by Bookabach’s failure to forward my request for route directions leaving me to undertake my own research.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Lovely place, quiet, great hosts and wonderful dogs