Luxuriate in Half The Penny Cottage, a stylish Main Street Retreat vacation bungalow. Conveniently located 6 blocks from downtown Main Street, this haven boasts an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub for relaxation. Enhance your stay with his and hers vanities, designer linens, indulgent toiletries plus exquisite woodwork that complements the tranquil ambiance.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
1 bathroomSleeps 242 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
The current price is NZ$535
NZ$535
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
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About this property
Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access
A stylish Main Street Retreat vacation bungalow, Half The Penny Cottage is conveniently located just 6 blocks from downtown Main Street. The woodwork is exquisite. Everything about this cottage is luxurious, from the outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, to its trademark his and hers vanities and designer linens and indulgent toiletries. Every piece of furniture in this beautiful nook of your own has an unspoken elegance to it which enhances the tranquil ambiance it beholds. Half The Penny Cottage is your perfect retreat getaway.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Winery tours 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)
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
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
305684
About the area
Located in Fredericksburg Historic District, a neighbourhood in Fredericksburg, this apartment is in the mountains. Fredericksburg Winery and Fredericksburg Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street and Das Peach Haus. Enchanted Rock Fissure and Wildseed Farms are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Fredericksburg travel guide
Does Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$535, including 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 for more accurate prices.
Is Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access located?
Located in Fredericksburg Historic District, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Main Street and Pioneer Museum. Artisans At Rocky Hill and Good Art Company Art Gallery are also within 15 minutes.
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Main Street Retreat Half Penny Cottage | King Bed | Shared Hot Tub/Pool Access Reviews
Reviews
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.
Convenient location not far from Main Street. Nice and cozy little cottage to relax in. Can't wait to do it again.
Andy H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Javier L.
30 Oct 2024
Half Penny Cottage
We would stay again, bed was comfortable , just perfect for us.
Javier L.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Pennie R.
8 Dec 2024
Charming
What an adorable cottage! Clean, convenient, easy access! Management is 5 stars!
Hot tub was a huge plus, we did a lot of walking! I recommend and will be returning!
Me and my wife went here for our honeymoon, it is a little bit of a walk all over Fredericksburg but the stay was not too far from Main street. I still recommend some comfortable shoes and we did love it being a quiet stay without kids or super loud music. 10 out of 10
Was our first time to Fredricksburg. We LOVED our cottage and the area! The cottage was so quiet and perfect! We had zero issues
Christina P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl M.
2 Jan 2025
The Half Penny Cottage #9
We entered the cottage that was lovely and clean. The pictures provided were accurate. The property was located on Main Street far enough away to be nice and quiet, but close enough to the shops in Fredericksburg. We spent the days shopping and returned to the cottage for a peaceful nights sleep. If you are planning a trip to Fredricksburg, I recommend the Main Street Retreat - Half Penny Cottage.
Cheryl M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Patricia M.
6 Jun 2024
Comfy and charming
We enjoyed our stay at the Half Penny. The cottage was comfy. The bed was very comfortable. Only downsides - the shower knob was broken but still worked and the coffee maker took some time to brew. It was a bit of a walk to downtown - not as close as we thought. We loved sitting in the recliners in front of the electric fireplace sipping wine in the evenings.
Patricia M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kristi M.
6 Jun 2024
Very Good
I thought the rooms were really cute. It was unfortunate that our water heater didn't work and we had to change rooms. I think they should've cleaned a little better in the bathrooms but otherwise it was a great experience. I would love to go again.
Kristi M.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Tracy D.
6 Jun 2024
Half Penny Cottage #9
First, let me state that the property was nice, Absolute Charm staff are incredible as we spoke a few times prior to arrival. We came with a group of 5 couples and the other cottages were nice. Regrettably, we were in a cottage that needs some updating and a good cleaning. The smell was old and musty making it unpleasant to be inside. There were a few other issues therefore I would not recommend this particular cottage.
Tracy D.
Verified
8/10 Good
jay b.
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Misleading or False advertisement
It all was a great place especially our friends room #3 was great! Our Room #9 was not what it said to be! We were looking forward to soak in the bathtub it said it had and was a shower instead with dead crickets in it and spider webs and spiders in bathroom. Electrical out didn’t work in bathroom either
jay b.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
BARBARA W.
29 May 2024
Wonderful Retreat
We loved our little Half Penny cottage. It was so beautiful and the extra touches of making it feel so homey and festive for the Christmas season was a plus. The bed was so comfortable and relaxing. We enjoyed the fireplace at night, after relaxing in the hot tub.
We would definitely return and highly recommend these quaint little cottages.
Great little house. It was perfect for my wife and me. Location was great. I worried about the noise factor due to the location on Main Street, but it was extremely quiet. Highly recommend.
Michael D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Terra G.
29 Oct 2025
Very Good
Very clean and private. Quiet. Disappointed the hot tub was not hot, not even warm.
The cabin was nice and clean and super quiet. Parking was great and it was super close to all the downtown shopping places. Check in was easy as well as checkout.
Sonny P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sabrina R.
3 Jul 2024
Main Street retreat
We stayed last summer at this retreat so we decided to stay again this past weekend. However the AC seemed like it was not cooling well. I spoke to other guest at the pool area and they said the same. I have always have had great experiences with absolute charm this time a little disappointing and NO breakfast voucher given this round either.
Sabrina R.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Robin M.
27 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Quaint, but not what we expected.
My husband and I spent one night at this property for our anniversary. The location is great and is walking distance to everything on Main Street. The cottage was cozy and clean. However, beyond that our experience was not a positive one.
Shortly after arriving we realized that the fireplace didn't work. We contacted the rental office and they stated they would send housekeeping with new batteries for the remote, but no one showed up. Not a huge deal but disappointing.
After returning from dinner we discovered that we had no hot water. I immediately called the rental office to report the issue and was directed by the voice recording to contact another number. I contacted the alternate number only to receive another voice mail. After three attempts, I gave up.
We woke in the middle of the night to a warm, stuffy room and discovered that the wall AC unit was not working.
Upon check-out, I emailed the rental office to let them know about the issues we encountered. I asked for nothing. No apology. No refund or discount of any kind. However, I was met with a barrage of emails questioning whether we called the office, if so when, and could we provide the times of our calls (which I immediately provided). Then crickets.
In summary, we were not able to use the fireplace. The AC didn't work and we had no hot water. They did confirm that the hot water system is shared. So, if your neighbor uses all the hot water you're out of luck.
Robin M.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ryan L.
29 May 2024
Excellent Fredericksburg Experience
Absolutely loved our stay! We will certainly look to book again when we return.