Title: Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) - 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 # Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) ![Property grounds - Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) (Spotswood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115090000/115083600/115083512/cde1306c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) (Spotswood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115090000/115083600/115083512/8df3cef9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) (Spotswood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115090000/115083600/115083512/d3ea697f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) (Spotswood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115090000/115083600/115083512/2ecbc519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) (Spotswood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115090000/115083600/115083512/84ff5cfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) Welcome! Come & enjoy The Country Cottage in Spotswood( North Canterbury, Hurunui), with the spectacular views of the Lowrey Range & kaikoura Mountains! The stunning views & peaceful rural outlook & convenient location, certainly ticks all the boxes! The Cottage is located 60 Meters from state highway 1 so very easy access . Cheviot Towship is only 7 km away, There you will find everything you need. Amazing Four Square for all your fresh food & supplies. Great Cafes, Bakery & Butchers. Cheviot Trust Hotel provides fabulous Meals and a big screen TV to watch those important Sporting Events! Kaikoura is a short picturesque drive of 45mins and Christchurch only 90mins. Hamner Springs just over 60mins drive. If your passing through on your travels and looking for that convenient, comfortable & peaceful stop over, or looking for a relaxing break away, Spotswood is Perfect. The Cottage has a Classic Style but with a modern feel. Large UpTo date Kitchen fully equipped and perfect for entertaining. Pantry full of all your basic items for your convenience. Sunny warm north facing lounge with heat pump, and French doors that open up to outdoor patio. Main bedroom with queen bed and beautiful views of the mountains and front garden.Second bedroom has a gorgeous brass double bed and third bedroom two single beds, both with lovely views. All equipped with linen. Bathroom has a large shower & heated towel rack and separate toilet. Fully equipped laundry. If you are a train enthusiast...jump out to front lawn and wave to the coastal Pacific, always a Highlight. The Cottage has beautiful gardens for you to wander around and enjoy. For the Fishing enthusiast there are many fabulous rivers and beaches to choose from , and only a short drive away. Hurunui River Mouth, Waiau River, Conway & Motunau are ideal recreational spots. August is the start of the Salmon season! Get your fishing mates together & explore the area! There's also many beautiful walks & places to explore. We are pet friendly accommodating, but pre approval & conditions apply, so please contact me prior to booking. The Cottage is fully fenced, but not completely Doggie escape proof. Welcome any questions/ enquires. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Gravel flooring in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: No Smoking inside, outside is fine. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Sport court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997300/37997294/df04838b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brinkley Resort Mountain or Forest Views Methven (Mt Hutt) - Hot tub - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $310 CA $592 total includes taxes & fees Feb 3 - Feb 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=37997294&PinnedHotelID=37997294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117630000/117621000/117620955/39c1427c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cute cottage in Rotherham village. 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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 Property Registration Number 116954362 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Spotswood, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Stewart and Mount Cookson, while Cheviot Museum and Two Rivers Gallery are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain biking. [Visit our Spotswood travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Spotswood.dx692486171132911616) [View more Cottages in Spotswood](https://www.expedia.ca/Spotswood-Cottages.d692486171132911616-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-42.73779%2C173.26677&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zfw83laII2OFvRqxS--44yd03IU=) Spotswood, Canterbury ### What's nearby - Cheviot Library 7 min drive \- 11.2 km - Cheviot Museum 7 min drive \- 11.6 km - Two Rivers Gallery 7 min drive \- 11.6 km - Knox Presbyterian Church 8 min drive \- 11.9 km - Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout 56 min drive \- 95.1 km ### Restaurants - Number Eight Cafe 7 min drive - Cheviot Tea Rooms 6 min drive - Two Rivers Cafe 7 min drive - Wholey Fish 6 min drive - Boys Soulvaki Cheviot 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) ? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) ? ### What time is check-out at Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) ? ### Where is Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Country Cottage Delight in the Hurunui. (Spotswood/Cheviot) 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 13 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adele M. Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Warm, clean, quiet spot that was pet friendly so the whole family could escape for a couple of days. We enjoyed the homemade chutney. ##### Adele M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### john Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful property and wonderful hosts. Very warm and cosy family friendly and very clean and tidy. Apart from the morning freight train was beautiful look forward too next time. ##### john Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### G H. Jun 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Country Retreat I recently stayed at Spotswood Country Cottage and had a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The cottage is warm, cosy, and beautifully decorated, with a welcoming feel throughout. It was exceptionally clean and well-equipped, with all the essentials provided for a comfortable stay.Communication with Lesley, the owner, was excellent from start to finish. She was friendly, responsive, and made everything easy — from booking to check-in. It was clear she genuinely cares about her guests’ comfort and experience.A peaceful and relaxing spot — highly recommended. ##### G H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole B. Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy stay Beautiful cottage and awesome host. Highly recommend. ##### Nicole B. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roma Nov 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Excellent wee cottage with all you need, lovely home made jam to try and wee touches to make life easier. Recommend earplugs for truck/train noise. 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