Title: Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/9a5e0286.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/ee9537b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/369ffc45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/6236085e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/25db67e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled between Mt Aspiring National Park and the Makarora Wonderland Lodge, this original stone cottage is a serene retreat. Unwind in the hydrotherapy spa or explore the surrounding wilderness with access to The Nature Walk and Shrimpton Track right at your doorstep. With a fully equipped kitchen, BBQ area, and outdoor seating with views of Mt Shrimpton nearby are just some of its charms. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa This original stone cottage is nestled on a bushy section between Mt Aspiring National Park and land owned by the Makarora Wonderland Lodge. We live in the Octagonal house next to you. The bird life is incredible with Kaka, Tui and Kereru frequently landing in the trees around us. It is a spacious, self-contained, 2 bedroom abode (choice of singles or King bed in second room) with lounge. There is a collection of DVD's and board games. Fully equipped kitchen. Outside is a garden entertaining area with table and chairs, BBQ, and views up to Mt Shrimpton. The Nature Walk and Shrimpton Track join up to our property. Go for a night wander to see the glow worms! The Cottage is a 2 minute walk from the Wonderland Cafe/Restaurant/Bar and a 10 minute drive from the must-see Blue Pools. There are a number of epic short walks and multi-day hikes including the Gillespies Pass Circuit right at your door-step. We recommend staying a few nights to enjoy the wilderness, hiking, trout fishing or jumping on a fixed wing plane, heli or jet boat for an adventure up the Wilkin River Valley and beyond. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain climbing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37280000/37278900/37278832/8a4bfbbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anglers paradise and great family holiday place Wanaka - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=37278832&PinnedHotelID=37278832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41520000/41511900/41511819/e2426a25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wonderland Makarora Lodge Makarora - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 225 reviews CA $121 CA $141 total includes taxes & fees Nov 28 - Nov 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=41511819&PinnedHotelID=41511819&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:30 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 Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Makarora Vrbo Property Private vacation home Vrbo Property Private vacation home Makarora ## 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-44.23138%2C169.23318&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kQubUcpwPYjTU1Vi-NHLZhvfYCo=) Makarora, OTA #### What's nearby - Lake Wānaka - 8 min drive - 15.4 km - Fantail Falls - 14 min drive - 27.5 km - Blue Pools - 14 min drive - 11.7 km - Aotearoa Gemstones - 49 min drive - 97.9 km - Haast Beach - 64 min drive - 105.6 km #### Getting around - Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Makarora country cafe - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa ? > As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa on Nov 30, 2025 start from CA $107.09, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Makarora-Hotels-Rustic-Cottage-Nestled-Up-Against-Mt-Aspiring-National-Park.h48835150.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa ? > Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa located? > Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from Te Wahipounamu, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Blue Pools and Lake Wānaka. Fantail Falls and Peter Fraser Park are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa Reviews 9.0 ### 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 32 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Amenities ### 8.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Oct 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful cottage, wonderful views, great hot tub! ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison H. Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy If you love New Zealand bush especially silver beech forest, glacial pools, mountain views, peace and quiet - you’ll love it here! Such a good base to explore the area. ##### Alison H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yeh H. Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Check in was suprr easy , and the house is so cozy , we feel right at home straight away ! Have full kitchen ware and oven , we had no problem cooking meals. We loved it here ! ##### Yeh H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa K. Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing little cabin for a getaway in the bush. Older property with classic kiwi batch vibes. ##### Melissa K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brett M. Mar 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Great stop over and accommodation style for touring cyclists. Close to facilities. ##### Brett M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damien B. Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay We had a great time Cheers ##### Damien B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew H. Mar 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wonderful wee cottage good spot, lovely back garden, great birdlife ##### Matthew H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alie H. Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing, would stay again Lovely hot tub, area, ground, cottage, fireplace, kitchen, bedrooms, everything amazing 10/10 ##### Alie H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michele M. Mar 21, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for hiking in the park. Rustic and comfortable place to stay. ##### Michele M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Boudina H. Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birdsong cottage charming little cottage, very homely and cozy. We enjoyed our stay here. ##### Boudina H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie C. Mar 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage in the bush Cute little house surrounded by beautiful bush, had everything we needed, wish we could have stayed longer ##### Katie C. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Roger B. Mar 3, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### weekend away Great location, very relaxing. ##### Roger B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clare R. Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved our overnight at Birdsong! The deck and hot pool were great for bird listening and spotting. We had everything we needed for a comfy stay. Quirky and old school amenities with all the good stuff.If we are being picky We could have done with a second set of towels as we used the hot tub and needed a shower the next morning. Also struggled with the fire as kept going out, maybe flue needs cleaning? Heat pump was more than adequate to keep us all warm and cosy! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aa33695f-3bd4-4729-bdea-8eb45826f108-1756444307687.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7fe34177-9c4e-4ff9-83a2-62fce93722c8-1756444309812.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Clare R. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle V. Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little paradise A cute cottage nestled against the forest ##### Michelle V. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald D. Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay Birdsong truly is the right name for this spot. We saw a tree with 12 woodpigeons on it!! Loved the location and spa was perfect for relaxing. Will book again ##### Ronald D. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy F. Apr 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage Location was perfect, hiked from the cottage to a bit above the bush line towards Mt Shrimpton for lunch and a great view of the valley ##### Jeremy F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yosef S. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and cozy It is quiet and feels like home. Close to beautiful places. Worth visit. ##### Yosef S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jess J. Jul 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rural getaway A beautiful country cottage is the best way to describe Sarah’s place. We stayed there for two nights as the rural part of our trip and loved it. It had everything we needed including a fire place. The property and grounds were beautiful and right behind the house was Mt Shrimpton which was an incredible forest hike. Photos of the hike below! Sarah was so so lovely and had so much knowledge about Makarora and the surrounding area. She actually picked us up from Wānaka to bring us to the house as we didn’t end up hiring a car. It was such a cosy stay, highly recommended! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b1729be5-067d-4c41-a6d1-fafcfad65b06-1751415236442.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jess J. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### joanne r. Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool cottage It was a lovely cottage with all the old school stuff in it brought back such fond childhood memories. Thanks for being great hosts. ##### joanne r. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joannd B. Jan 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A cosy and comfortable cottage! A gorgeous cottage that is furnished with vintage flair. Easy check in and check out with hosts that are kind, caring and quick to respond to any questions etc. Loved our overnight stop off here! ##### Joannd B. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel W. Nov 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy & Clean Exactly what we needed - 5 stars Thank you very much ##### Rachel W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan Oct 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great location in rural area. Sadly no tv reception or coffee. ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Adriana Mar 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice to have table and chairs outside. ##### Adriana Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham D. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely hideaway cottage Lovely eclectic cottage with fascinating bits and pieces. Check out the bathroom sink stand. My favourite. ##### Graham D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace K. Mar 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Homey Cottage My partner and I had a great stay at the Birdsong cottage! The views around the cottage were stunning and we enjoyed the hot tub after a long day of hiking and driving. The kitchen was well-equipped for us to cook dinner and had some instant coffee for the morning. We especially loved the DVD collection and watched What We Do in the Shadows for the first time! Also, we couldn't have asked for a better location for the night before our Brewster Hut hike. Thanks again! ##### Grace K. 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