Title: THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=30039713&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden Family-friendly cottage in Waimarama ## Photo gallery for THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden ![Beach - THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden (Waimarama Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30040000/30039800/30039713/07bc4188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden (Waimarama Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30040000/30039800/30039713/5fc371eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden (Waimarama Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30040000/30039800/30039713/3b50eb34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden (Waimarama Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30040000/30039800/30039713/d5ff2c22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden (Waimarama Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30040000/30039800/30039713/1e668fb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away from the summer rush, this romantic getaway offers a serene escape for 8-10 guests. Listen to the soothing sounds of the waves from your bedroom and enjoy off-street parking, a colorful bird park, and organic gardens with tours and fresh produce by arrangement. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10818 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Breakfast available ## 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. ### THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden We welcome All guests. The Perfect setting for your romantic get-away or relaxing time-out. Fully fenced, nestled in organic gardens. Off-street parking. For 8-10 guests. Please ask about direct booking with us. If your family needs more/less room: We also offer our romantic 'Birds-Nest', a 2-4 person accommodation please ask for availability /more can also find us on holiday houses as Teacastle cottage if you need to talk to us first. Listen to the soothing sounds of the waves from your bedroom , tucked away from the busy summer rush,only a short walk from our long sandy beach where you can enjoy anything you'd expect from your perfect beach holiday : dive, fish,canoe, picnic, play, relax, swim, surf,walk -30 min to 5 hour tours along rock walls or towards a hidden island past the rock pools, gather beach treasures - make summer memories to last. CHILD friendly, 5min walk to the reserve by the sea and playground, beautiful rock pools along the beach to explore with kids. We do have a small but colorful bird park and organic gardens: tours, feeding, fresh eggs, organic fruit and veggies by arrangement. Genuine Mexican hammock, outdoor fire, 3 seating areas and lots of space for cricket,a kiddy pool,bowling -we also have lots of toys and a number of challenging little vehicles,trikes,body boards, indoor and outdoor games. Self contained with linen and towels supplied. Barbeque,TV / DVD / free WiFi. Own Laundry facilities. Only 5 min walk to beautiful Waimarama beach, popular in summer and winter for surfers, boaties and fishermen or take leisurely walks on the white sandy beach. Patrolled beach over summer months. Golf course, waterfalls and scenic walks all within 20 range . Well stocked local store with take away and off licence. Good Restaurant in village. 20 min drive to Havelock North. House is for a family, 2 adults,2-3 children; children under the age of 6 Years are free. We can arrange catering for you and always try to accommodate any additional wishes to make your holiday a celebration of life. Christmas and new year (24th Dec-3rd Jan minimum bookings of 5 days ONLY) Special conditions: If we are unable to replace a canceled booking the following charges apply: if canceled within 30 days of arrival then 50% of the total cost of the booking will be charged ,after that 100% of the total cost of the booking will be charged., \- 1 night bookings occur an additional laundry fee of NZ$ 80.- \- Rent is for 1 family/2A+ 2K, additional adults charged at NZ $50.-/night \- 2 Children up to age 6 free. \- Pets on application, please. \- Smoking outside only. Extras: Cleaning and Laundry (Required, NZ$100.00 per stay); Linen (included); DOGS (Optional, NZ$30.00 per stay); ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 818 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116490000/116481500/116481432/d4643681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside holiday home in the front row! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Chalet Private Cottage Organic Garden Waimarama Beach Private Cottage Organic Garden Waimarama Beach The Private In Organic Garden THE Chalet Private Cottage in Organic Garden THE Chalet Private Cottage in Organic Garden Teacastle Cottage Unique Private Artist Cottage Organic Garden The Private In Organic Garden THE Chalet Private Cottage in Organic Garden The Private In Organic Garden ## About the area Located in Waimarama, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Westerman's Building and Frimley Park are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hastings City Growers Market and Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Splash Planet and Amazing Maze 'n Maize. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. [Visit our Waimarama travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waimarama.dx553248625843175842) [View more Cottages in Waimarama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waimarama-Cottages.d553248625843175842-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-39.81641%2C176.98766&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MU8ONwtfodOMxGyG7OmauhbnMOc=) Waimarama Beach, Havelock North ### What's nearby - ![This is Marine Parade in Napier. Napier is regarded as one of the most complete examples of an Art Deco city in the world, having been rebuilt after a large 1931 earthquake. The T&G Building shown here has been converted into high end apartments and entertainment spaces and is one of the landmarks of Art Deco Napier ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2593/dccbf15c-0bc1-4458-98c7-9d73e2c96e41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marine Parade 35 min drive \- 32.4 miles - ![Mission Estate Winery showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108340/dd3e446c-766d-4a01-ae58-8f9e22c2e5c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mission Estate Winery 40 min drive \- 33.0 miles - Waimarama Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Black Barn Vineyards 19 min drive \- 18.7 miles - Splash Planet 28 min drive \- 22.8 miles ### Getting around - Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - Jarks Seaside Cafe 6 min walk - Jarks Cafe 7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden? ### What time is check-in at THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden? ### Where is THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## THE CHALET & Teacastle cottage, Unique private artist cottage in organic garden Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 59 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gemma B. 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun for the kids Nice spot for a school holiday break, kids enjoyed the garden and the bunk beds 😊 ##### Gemma B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tamsin R. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxed family break Our family (3 adults, 1 teen) spent a lovely chill Christmas week at this quirky and beautiful property which looks as though it has been built and decorated through a labour of love over many years. Colourful and delightful everywhere inside. Plenty of comfy spots to stretch out with a book or board game in the house, deck, lawn or patio. Hammock and loungers under a tree were a particular highlight in blistering HB heat. Beach is about 1km walk away, via ice creams at the dairy. Hosts were super helpful and unobtrusive and very welcoming of our small dog. Visitors should be aware there are a couple of bnbs on the wider property as well as livestock (sheep, goats, ducks, geese, roosters) so there are a few comings and goings outside the fence but it’s all part of the charm. Kitchen doesn’t have a lot of space but we managed a week of family meals including Christmas dinner without much hassle. Would recommend to anyone looking for a wee break in a unique location. ##### Tamsin R. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Selina O. 8 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place We had a great time staying here with just a short walk to the fish and chips/store . ##### Selina O. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dom A. 5 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Arty and interesting My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. Very unique, arty and kooky. Kids loved all the areas to play in. Great communication and super friendly. ##### Dom A. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kim W. 10 Jan 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Review Lovely spot, owners were really good re extra guests (were all paid for) Could do with a fumigation as there were numerous cockroaches and mice ##### Kim W. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ilze B. 26 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fairytale property We had a really great time at the chalet! The kids (6 and under) loved the play house, the “tree house bedroom” and all the toys and books to keep them busy. Thank you for the tour of the gardens - we all loved seeing the birds and young chicks and thanks also for the cucumbers and plums from your garden. The property is so child friendly, we could really relax and let the kids explore and enjoy. Thanks for a great stay. ##### Ilze B. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie G. 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Funky stay in an artistic garden setting Our family truly enjoyed our time at this very unique accommodation at Waimarama. The location is very private amongst lovely gardens. The hosts George & Marina were welcoming and clearly made a special effort to create this lovely artisan oasis. Endless attention to detail with every corner. The linen and bedding were top quality too! A short stroll down to Waimarama shop & beach. Friendly dogs nearby on host property… my family really enjoyed our 3 days here. Thank you ❤️ ##### Carrie G. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne T., New Zealand 12 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise for creative people of all ages Gorgeous chalet In garden setting with so many sheltered areas to discover. Families of all ages will find this a treat. The garden is also very secluded and securely fenced so we were able to bring our dog along too. It’s a nice walk up to beaches and a dairy. A beautiful place to relax whatever you enjoy. But an absolute fantasy castle for children. So many gorgeous treasures to discover. Thank you for creating and sharing this very special place. ##### Joanne T. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie B. 1 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The most relaxing family holiday ever! We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay at the Cottage, it was the perfect place get away with my Partner, our two boys (16y and 6y) and our boarder collie. We spent time at the beach and walking around Waimarama, and one day we just stayed at the cottage because there was plenty to do. My youngest loved the playhouse and my eldest was happy swinging in the hammock. We cooked on the Barbecue and ate outside every night under the pergola. Our Pup was really spoiled as the Landlords dog was great company for an occasional play. We were so thrilled to get to walk around the food forrest. Thank you George & Marina, we made a bunch of great family memories and we will be back hopefully. ##### Kylie B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Malcolm M. 8 Jan 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Great location but somewhat disappointing stay Pros: Whimsical style of accomodation ideally suit young family with toddlers, we had teenagers unfortunately. Great location, Waimarama Beach township and beach second to none. Fully and well fenced property Cons: Very weak wi fi, parts of inside house without service, dropped in and out frequently losing connection, not great with teenagers. Few missing things in the kitchen. e.g. grater Insufficient toilet paper, dishwashing and washing powder supplied for any length of stay, e.g. x1 dishwasher tablet and x1 sachet of washing powder. Host popped over one to many times during stay. Good batch hosts should be accessible if needed but never visiting multiple times while guests are staying otherwise risks becoming overbearing and intrusive Extraordinary number of cobwebs and flies throughout the batch, few too many cockroaches in the kitchen and BBQ area also. House wasn’t unclean but perhaps a consequence of the free range chicken, rooster and geese bird park enclosure onsite. Upon arrival, but not informed prior, confronted with contract regarding booked and paid for dog, that needed to be signed. Also received text message and personal visit from host during stay seeking contract signing. Originally booked for a dog, no mention of contracts. Dog rules included forbiding leaving our dog in the fully fenced yard for any length of time by its self. This really impacts and limits holiday activities:- beach swims, dinner or brunch out, going to corner store for ice creams or milk, bikes rides around the village, vineyard visits, etc as required to take dog everywhere all of the time, in Hawke’s Bay summer heat that’s not really possible always as way too hot to leave a dog in a car so this surprise rule had a huge impact on our holiday. Had we known there was a page of rules like this for pets, pitched as a contract needing to be signed, we would not have booked this property. Responsible dog owners but felt approach here a bit overbearing and misleading . Property getting a little tired and worn in places, not evident in photos. Noisey roosters, geese and dog on site. kept awake two of the four nights we stayed by hosts dog barking until 11:27pm and 11:00pm respectively, woken every morning in the 5am hour by roosters and geese. Please be aware onsite bird park comes with noise, as does hosts dog. Hosts also live on site. Paid almost two grand for this stay but sadly didn’t leave feeling value for money. ##### Malcolm M. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean M. 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for families Great location and quirky cool vibe 👍🏽 ##### Dean M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom R. 25 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Place The Chalet was excellent and Wiamarama Beach and the surrounding areas was a brilliant place for us and our two dogs. The Chalet and enclosed gardens were well presented and had everything we required. The hosts made our stay very welcoming. Would reccomend staying at the Chalet. ##### Tom R. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah P. 27 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay It was a beautiful place to say. Surrounded by nature and still being somewhat close to neighboring towns. We had a wonderful time. Lots of toys for kids. Seating for adults. ##### Hannah P. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ginette F. 11 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Had an amazing stay at the property Highly recommend this property, we all had an amazing time. ##### Ginette F. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Kate B. 10 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion It was a lovely spot for children and adults to enjoy. We loved the outdoor fire and bbq. Throughly impressed with hosts. Thank you for a great stay. ##### Kate B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Victoria Hartley P. 4 Jan 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A quirky rest after such a long year Booked almost a year ago because our dog would be able to stay here and go inside the property, and it looked quirky. It did not disappoint. Plenty of room so we could get away from the snorer, the hammock in the garden was so relaxing, there was a "special spot" for each of us to sit and read. The garden was secure so the dog could wander around, and when the owners' dogs came down for a daily playdate, he thought it was wonderful. If there was a downside it was the kitchen. Even though it was fully equipped there wasn't very much room for preparing meals (my family had dumped most of their stuff on the dining table, we ate at the outside table) or storing food, and washing up was an intimate affair. But it wasn't anything that would spoil our holiday. And the shower was too hot for us (I know, they are usually cold and dribbly) but the owner tried to tweak it straight away. ##### Victoria Hartley P. Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### amy d. 12 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An amazing birthday weekend! What a special place this is! So much fun to stay here... We celebrated our daughter's 9th birthday and had an amazing treasure hunt around the beautiful artistic surroundings and garden. The children loved the swing, hammock and sandpit... lots of laughter and fun times. Our hosts were very helpful, we really appreciated their hospitality and generosity. It was a real delight to stay in such an interesting, artistic and beautiful house and garden. Thank you so much! ##### amy d. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle H. 28 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing chalet Was such an amazing place to stay. Child friendly plenty of room and very comfy home feeling all round. Loved loved the tea castle stay 😊 ##### Danielle H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Brendan S. 27 Apr 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Stay Good location, with all the amenities. Fully fenced section, with a lovely garden and great outdoor seating options. Friendly dogs - which our children and dog loved as well. ##### Brendan S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter F. 21 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! George and Marina are just so lovely. The cottage is superb and perfect for us and our two dogs. We loved the art, the architecture and the gardens. Their place is an oasis in paradise. ##### Peter F. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosie G. 4 Dec 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This was an excellent place to come and unwind. Kinds were in their element exploring Awesome spot, enjoyed exploring and getting inspired. We'll equipped, close to beach. Was great to have tour of developing gardens too. Kids determined we'll be back! ##### Rosie G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicky L. 15 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely loved it. It is so great I hope one day I can buy it and live there. Marina was away as their daughter was in hospital in Auckland. Her husband did a wonderful job of hosting us. There were colourful fresh flowers from their gardens downstairs and a red rose beside the bed upstairs. There were fresh organic eggs on the table and I have prepaid for Duck Eggs to take home next time we stay. I asked if we could view their second property when those guests checked out and loved that too so will also rent that for a funky get away in the next few months. Paul and I both loved it and agreed we would come back and bring our children. Reading through the guest book I also learnt we could bring our dog so I can see why they won a family friendly award afew years back. The tour of the food forest was astounding. I loved seeing all the stunning birds they are breeding, all the lovely flowers, roses and fruit trees. Look forward to bringing friends here when they visit from out of town. Just being there made me happy. Would love to hire both places for a strategic planning retreat for my teaching team too. ##### Vicky L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 6 Oct 2020 #### Amazing unique accommodation, very well set up for kids and lovely hosts! Amazing unique accommodation, very well set up for kids and lovely hosts! Would definitely stay again. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 6 Oct 2020 #### Quirky, cosy, comfortable and very clean - we loved The Chalet. Quirky, cosy, comfortable and very clean - we loved The Chalet. Truly 'toddler safe' as described, which meant we could relax even more and allow our 18 month old to enjoy himself! Friendly and considerate owners whose attention to detail and lots of extra 'little touches' were much appreciated. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will no doubt return. Highly recommended. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth E. 14 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful eclectic escape We had a wonderful weekend at the Chalet, it is a magical escape those that love art and architecture will be very pleased, there are great follies for the kids everywhere in the garden. Oh and of course it is only a 10minute walk to the beach. Thankyou Marina ##### Elizabeth E. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020 ---