Title: MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD Cottage in Rolleston with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD ![Smart TV, books - MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD (Rolleston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114284400/114284358/1c89ee4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD (Rolleston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114284400/114284358/e6e7e6b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD (Rolleston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114284400/114284358/49740647.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD (Rolleston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114284400/114284358/387ade49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD (Rolleston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114284400/114284358/668d58c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD Welcome to Marama Cottage— our slice of heaven. We love watching the seasons transition on our small organic farm. Come visit our animals, have some farm fresh eggs, and try some world class walnuts. At ours, you are only 15 mins from the city but feel like you are worlds away from it all. With 2 cozy bedrooms that comfortably sleep up to 6, toys for the kids, tv, free wifi, laundry, and all the amenities you could need taken care of, staying with us is truly like finding a home away from home. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 step to reach entrance - 3 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Farming classes - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Wildlife walks 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) ### General - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Farming classes - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99910000/99904300/99904287/ed4eebb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious sunny cottage (airport close, family, pet friendly, disability access) Burnside - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 35 reviews CA $129 CA $201 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=99904287&PinnedHotelID=99904287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37999300/37999217/e6602dd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maison du Soleil, warmth in Chistchurch Richmond - 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Just strip the sheets and put them into the master closet. Rubbish and recycling are located in two small black bins outside the cottage adjacent to the long raised bed across from the BBQ. Use either bin for either as we empty these after each guest. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules If cooking something fragrant like fish, please open the kitchen window. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 3 total pets Note from host: Dogs must be leashed at all times. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties All events need to be discussed and coordinated :) ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 Note from host: All events need to be discussed and coordinated :) This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 This property does not have elevators ## 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-43.58944%2C172.47598&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2QeZGmjaA2-vBvyqqA-ISCS-ZI4=) Rolleston, Canterbury #### What's nearby - Larcomb Vineyard \- 4 min drive \- 5.4 km - Lincoln University \- 5 min drive \- 8.7 km - Crown Research Centre \- 6 min drive \- 9.4 km - Lincoln Event Centre \- 7 min drive \- 9.1 km - Canterbury Agricultural Park \- 7 min drive \- 11.9 km #### Getting around - Rolleston Station - 8 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bombay Butler - ‬9 min drive - ‪Golden Mile Tavern - ‬4 min drive - ‪Majestic Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Prebbleton Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD? ### What time is check-out at MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD? ### Where is MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## MARAMA COTTAGE 2bdrm country charm — home away from home 15 min to CBD Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad C. Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family trip Excellent place to stay. Clean, tidy, quiet and well appointed. Close to hornby and not far from the city on the motorway yet tucked away in the countryside. Great for a family. Highly recommend. ##### Brad C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey H. Jul 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Break An excellent retreat, quiet and very comfortable. The cottage was warm and welcoming on our arrival. Beautiful Golden Pheasants too. Accommodating our 2 dogs was very much appreciated.Thank you Caitlin :) ![Golden pheasant wandering ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d89c626b-d3b1-42e7-8985-39d276de8a1f-1751517313087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Relaxing and gazing ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e4637a35-c559-4ff6-975a-bac70adbbcf1-1751517350211.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tracey H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025