Title: Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner - 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 # Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner Riverfront cottage with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82810000/82804000/82803987/11f83205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82810000/82804000/82803987/eb5b5fa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82810000/82804000/82803987/be2aeb60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82810000/82804000/82803987/a7767ff7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82810000/82804000/82803987/a853fba3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a garden, and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 6861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner Spacious, quiet cottage located on property with extensive gardens, small lake and samll bush walk. Recently redecorated, open plan living area, wood burning fire, fully equipped kitchen, with breakfast bar seating and dining table for 6\. Separate bedroom, sleeping up to 4 and pullout sofa in living area. Washroom area includes its own washing machine for easy cleanup after all the outdoor activities the area has to offer. Private outdoor space, with adjacent large green perfect for family activities such as kicking a ball etc. Freeview Tv & WIFI included. Plenty of off street parking. Close to Waitara township, boardwalk to beach and numerous food outlets. 20 minutes to New Plymouth CBD 12 minutes from Airport ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - 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 ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Next to a golf course - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycles ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67330000/67326000/67325938/c62e55b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secret Cottage Waitara - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=67325938&PinnedHotelID=67325938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100580000/100577300/100577295/63f4c9c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Gem on the hill - Beautiful modern unit suitable for families. 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.0024,174.24812&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7Cw_mFwyof%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40S%40S%40S%40Q%40UBQ%40UBQBUBQBQBUBQDQDSBSDQDQDQDQFSDQFQFQDQHOFQFOFQHMFSHMHOFQHOJMHOHOHKJMHOJKJOJKJKJMJMJKLIJMLGJMLGJKLILKLGLILILGLELINELGLGLENGLENCNELENALENCNANCLCNANCNAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40NBL%40NBNBN%40LBNDN%40LDNDLBNDLFNDLFLFLDNHLDLFLHLHLFLJJHLJLFJLLFJLJHJJLLJLJJHJLNHJJNHLJJHNHNHLHNHPHNFLHRHLFPFNFPFNFPFPDPFPDRFPDPDPDPBRDRDPBPBTBPBPBTBP%40T%40PBT%40P%40R%40R%40R%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FPATATAPATAPCRARARCPCTCPCPCTCPEPETCPEPEREPGPEPGPERGNGRGLGPGNGPINIPGNILIPININILINKJINKLIJMNIJKJKNMJKJKJKJMHKJMFMLKFMJMHMFMHMHMDOFMDMHMDODMHODM%40ODMDO%40OFM%40OBO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%3FMBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMCO%3FOAOCOAMCOAOCOAMGOAMEOEOAMEOIMEMEMIOEMGMEMIMIMGMIMKMGKMMGKKMIKKMKKKKKKOKKKKKOKKIMKOIKIOIMKOIOGQIMIOGQIOGQGOGQIMESGOGSEQGQEQEQESEQCQEUEQCQCUCQCQCUCQASCSASAQAUAQAUAU%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=G25EuDB1NlcGPLVSGRBQUrzXgWQ=) Waitara, Taranaki #### What's nearby - Manukorihi Park \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km - Waitara West Quay \- 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - Waitara Library \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 km - Pukekohe Domain \- 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - Pukekura Park \- 15 min drive \- 21.2 km #### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald’S Bell Bock - ‬8 min drive - ‪The White Pear Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Parklands Takeaways - ‬9 min drive - ‪Van Dyck Pancakes - ‬8 min drive - ‪Waiau Estate Cafe - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner? ### What time is check-out at Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner? ### Where is Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious Garden Cottage w/ woodburner Reviews ## Reviews 9.8 ### 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 35 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Birdie B. Jul 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay Comfortable clean and everything needed with great hosts ##### Birdie B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie B. Mar 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place The property was exactly what we wanted. Clean, comfortable and great location ##### Stephanie B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie M. Mar 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for my family to stay!! This is our first time as a family of six going to Florida and this condo made it the best experience! The place was clean and had everything we needed. Loved the pool and how close it was to the beach!! ##### Stephanie M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah-jane Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The villa was spotless with everything you need and comfortable , the gardens was beautiful and the Hosts were amazing friendly and accommodating. Look forward to our next stay Thank uou 😊 ##### Sarah-jane Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David N. Jul 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect bach! Great place, great hosts!👍 ##### David N. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abi L. Jan 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible stay! Blown away by this bach and the section it is situated on. Perfect for the little ones to run around!! ##### Abi L. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey C. Jan 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely holiday spot Great holiday accommodation for exploring the Taranaki region. Comfortable, clean with all the necessities for along term stay. Hosts Chris and Fiona were so welcoming and friendly. Lots of activities for the kids, on an expansive property with lots to explore. ##### Tracey C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikki S. Mar 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay We had a really lovely night staying at this massive property! Chris even gave us avocados, nuts, and passion fruit to snack on from the property. This place is huge! ##### Nikki S. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Ben H. Oct 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Harland family Perfectly adequate accommodation for us all. Close to my extended family and to the amenities of the town. Very friendly and generous hosts. ##### Ben H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cherie M. Jan 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay The house had all we needed for a few nights away. Easy commute in to New Plymouth. Beautiful gardens to wander around in and ducks and rabbits to interact with. Fiona and Chris were very welcoming. ##### Cherie M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Shelley A. Mar 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very clean with a beautiful garden Spacious bach with welcoming hosts. Good value for the WOMAD weekend - only 20 mins drive to WOMAD ##### Shelley A. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela K. Jan 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family weekend away Hosts are fantastic, took time to show our grandchildren their animals and let the girls help put the chooks to bed, accommodation is very roomy and so space for everyone, it was hot but you could leave all the windows open which helped (perhaps one day an air conditioner could be installed?). Overall a great place to stay, close to NP itself but semi rural enough to be quiet and relaxing. Certainly somewhere we would stay again. ##### Angela K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya K. Sep 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our weekend away Our weekend was amazing. The property is spacious, clean and the gardens just beautiful. The hosts were so friendly and made us feel very welcome. The kids enjoyed the ducks, chickens and bunnies. ##### Tanya K. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hilary Oct 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very pleased with our stay and look forward to returning. :-) ##### Hilary Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alesha M. Oct 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow Was awesome stay great hosts ##### Alesha M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jadon W. Feb 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waitara wonderland! Delightful and comfortable place to stay for a family of four, a very reasonable price, and with exceptional hosts, Fiona even made me a hand made leather belt because it was the one thing I forgot. Close enough to New Plymouth that it wasn't an issue doing and seeing all the things we wanted, but was nice to be able to escape the city business for something peaceful and picturesque. ##### Jadon W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J M. Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Snow trip Fiona and Chris are the loveliest hosts who go above and beyond! Their massive park like garden and orchard are very impressive, especially with the special lights at night. We had a very comfy and cosy stay. ##### J M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maddy M. Jul 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you Thank you for having us very nice place and lovely to meet you both ##### Maddy M. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah-lee R. Dec 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taranaki Tu Mai Two nights, it was perfect for us; our needs for the weekend were met! The hosts are great! Beautiful property. Thank you. ##### Sarah-lee R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo M. Mar 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Time out Awesome set up,lovely hosts with plenty of room to move ##### Jo M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alora H. Jan 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place Fiona and Chris were very accommodating and friendly. It is a great spot for families. My son had a blast swimming in the pool (Fiona and Chris's pool they kindly let vayden use at his pleasure) and shooting hoops. The pictures if the place don't do it justice. ##### Alora H. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie M. Jan 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large family friendly space Our family loved everything about this stay. Wonderfully warm welcoming hosts, huge space and gardens. We adventured to the White Cliffs which was incredible walking and sunset. Another evening spent at New Plymoth was wonderful. Hosts even helped us dry out our wet camping gear. Cant recomend this Bach highly enough. ##### Natalie M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tessa S. Jul 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would recommend and would stay again! Fiona and Chris are the most wonderful hosts. Our elderly family members were so comfortable at this property. The cottage had all they needed for their week stay and the grounds were beautiful to spend time in to unwind. Wider family visited and needless to say we will all be regulars when we come back to Waitara! Ngā mihi kōrua ❤️ ##### Tessa S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shane h. Feb 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wedding Very pleased with everything.Will highly recomend to everyone ##### shane h. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth B. Jan 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for our weekend of activities in New Plymouth Myself and my 4 friends had an incredible weekend on this property - so much land to explore, bunnies, ducks, cats, and very friendly hosts. Fiona even allowed my two extra friends who were visiting from England to park their van on the property so they could spend time with us in the evenings in the house. Couldn't have asked for better, highly recommend! ##### Ruth B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023