Title: Cottage on the Pond - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74991394&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage on the Pond Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Cottage on the Pond ![Smart TV, books - Cottage on the Pond (Westport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/75000000/74991400/74991394/6b69832c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Cottage on the Pond (Westport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/75000000/74991400/74991394/7d188c52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Cottage on the Pond (Westport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/75000000/74991400/74991394/e8fbb88a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cottage on the Pond (Westport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/75000000/74991400/74991394/2735361b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Cottage on the Pond (Westport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/75000000/74991400/74991394/ba8b6334.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this serene cottage, situated on the edge of a tranquil pond, perfect for relaxing in the afternoon sun from the deck. Listen to birdsong or spot resident eel Frank as you unwind in this rural haven with a large kitchen equipped with essentials and surrounded by nature. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - 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 home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottage on the Pond Situated on the edge of a pond this lovely quiet cottage is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the afternoon sun from the deck after a day of exploring in the Buller area. There is also a lovely track around the property. This 2 bedroom cottage is in a lovely rural location away from the road, no early morning traffic just bird song. Large kitchen equipped with pantry staples(coffee,tea,salt,pepper,oil) Linen and towels are supplied. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70060000/70058700/70058616/3dce0d07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside beach studio loft, sheltered garden and cycle trail access. 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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 Fairdown, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Denniston Experience and Cape Foulwind Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carters Beach and Charming Creek Walkway. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Fairdown travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Fairdown.dx692487389540880384) [View more Cottages in Fairdown](https://www.expedia.ca/Fairdown-Cottages.d692487389540880384-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-41.74926%2C171.70410&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AHMofug1qghGlPjvm4DhQqzjJXw=) Westport ### What's nearby - ![Westport showing a beach and surf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922700876/02142c10-0575-44dc-9783-473f11fa3f0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carters Beach 21 min drive \- 21.1 km - Solid Energy Centre 13 min drive \- 12.7 km - NBS Theatre 15 min drive \- 14.2 km - Miner's Brewery 15 min drive \- 14.2 km - Coaltown Museum 17 min drive \- 15.3 km ### Getting around - Westport (WSZ) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - Portside Bar & Bistro 12 min drive - Cosmopolitan Hotel 12 min drive - PR's Cafe 12 min drive - The Quarry Restaurant & Bar 13 min drive - Gibbys Cafe Bakery 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage on the Pond pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cottage on the Pond? ### What time is check-out at Cottage on the Pond? ### Where is Cottage on the Pond located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage on the Pond 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sinead D. Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property Amazing Location. Lovely house, loved the eel. Bottle of wine on arrival nice wee treat :) ##### Sinead D. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul W. Dec 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place to stay Great scenic location and accommodation. Met all expectations, clean, uncluttered and very comfortable. Would happily stay again. Frank the eel enjoyed our company. Thanks for a great stay. ##### Paul W. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie M. Sep 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage Lovely quiet place to stay Cottage had everything we needed except an iron ..luckily we could borrow one from friends ##### Julie M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian H. Jan 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful property in a very lovely location A really beautiful, well maintained property. Certainly one of the best we've rented in many years. Generously equipped with a number of welcoming items as we arrived. Friendly host.Friendly eel as well. ##### Adrian H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill S. Apr 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage is in a very nice place. It is quiet and in the country. We loved the space and the amenities. There were a few things that needed to be cleaned a bit better. It was nice to see the eels, especially the big one "Frank" in the pond near the cottage. ##### Jill S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ryan h. Jan 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant Had three great nights here excellent setting, well presented property A neat place, very quiet and away from it allKids loved Frank the eel! ##### ryan h. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark R. Apr 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect accommodation in a lovely setting The cottage was perfect for our two night stay in Westport. It had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Just a short drive to town it was in a quiet rural location. We will definitely stay here again if we return to the region and happuly recommend it to anyone wanting well presented accommodation in a great location. ##### Mark R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula S. Jan 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fairdown Was a lovely peaceful stay - great to be nearby to some fabulous walks and the Kawatiri cycling trail. ##### Paula S. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie B. Feb 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique, Peaceful and relaxing Relaxing and peaceful.. unique place to stay, great information about the property and what activites you could do..lots of fun rowing the boat on the pond and feeding Fred the eel! ##### Debbie B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia W. Sep 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage by the Pond There was a stunning vista all round, so peaceful and I enjoyed feeding Frank in the pond. The cottage itself was nice with good cooking facilities. I can't wait to go back there for another stay. :-) ##### Tricia W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth S. Jan 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxed private retreat Hubby and I had a wonderful stay at the Cottage on the Pond. We loved the tranquility of the location, the natural surroundings and bird life, and Frank was truly impressive! Thanks so much for sharing you piece of paradise with us. ##### Ruth S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate H. Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best place ever for 5 years plus kids! This cottage was awesome! Delicious bread, wine & butter upon arrival, a pond that was hours of entertainment for our 5 & 7 year old with a resident eel, 3 outdoor areas around the private pond. The cottage was cosy & super clean. Idyllic surroundings, so quiet & peaceful! ##### Kate H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cliff Nov 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Unique property set in nature. Great hosts providing complementary wine and cheese on arrival. Highly recommended and good value for money. ##### Cliff Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roy Mar 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Place quiet and peaceful...cottage surrounded by nature with mountain views. Just 10 mins from city...hostess Marie was prompt in replying. As a sweet gesture she left us cheese, crackers and sweet red apples. ##### Roy Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie Jan 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Overall great location. Lots of birds. Very quiet. Best to bring your own pillow unless you like soft pillows. Very clean as well. ##### Julie Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy S. Mar 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Two night delightful stay Lovely, well equipped bach. Beds are very comfortable. The bach has a central geographical location, good for day trips. Really like the lake and feeding Frank the eel. The BBQ is a nice area to have a meal especially as the Weka joins you. Thank you to the owners for the surprise food and drink items which we enjoyed. This is our second time at the bach and we definitely recommend staying ##### Kathy S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen M. Mar 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Extras provided were lovely Owner left some bread, cheese, butter, and bubbly, which were an unexpected treat. The deck, grill area, and pond made for a beautiful setting. A few small things in the house needed attention, but all was clean and the layout of the place was wonderful. ##### Karen M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy T. Oct 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay Thank you we had a great stay! ##### Sandy T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan D., Darwin, Australia. Mar 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a great little cottage! We loved the space, the pond and the wildlife. I would highly recommend staying here it was perfect. ##### Susan D. Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gaye S. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Powerhouse Rd What a lovely spot. House is warm and cosy. The wine, cheese, butter and loaf a beautiful touch. We liked feeding Frankie the eel, our daughter was almost hand feeding her. We enjoyed our stay thank you and would highly recommended this holiday home. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/605a5a41-a1d3-4c58-be9a-d10fedd86ff3-1750493442347.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3d05df8c-34af-45d7-8855-7a490926e8c2-1750493441938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/21882a30-cee7-48c4-9b13-101e75b6c70a-1750493442468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Gaye S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michaela Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved our stay in a beautiful part of the country. Lovely modern cottage close to Westport with very generous living and bedrooms. Would absolutely stay again. ##### Michaela Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PATRICIA P. Nov 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Westport bliss Great location wonderful hosts lovely looking out over pond ##### PATRICIA P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry S. Feb 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great base to explore the region. Lovely place to use as a base to explore the area. Modern, clean, and very comfortable. Enjoyed our stay and recommend it for others. ##### Barry S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather F. Apr 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great base for exploring the area We enjoyed our stay at Cottage on the Pond. We had everything we needed and enjoyed the pukeko antics ##### Heather F. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy Dec 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Excellent for our use as a base for the area ##### Sandy Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023