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Peaceful semi-rural retreat

Peaceful semi-rural retreat

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Peaceful semi-rural retreat

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Havelock North, Hawke's Bay
  • Popular LocationAskerne Winery13 min walk
  • Popular LocationArataki Honey Visitor Centre3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTe Mata Estate4 min drive
  • AirportNapier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)27 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
62 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful semi-rural retreat

Lavenham Cottage is nestled amongst peaceful orchard and farm-life at the foot of Te Mata Peak yet just 3km from Havelock North Village. The newly-established cottage is spacious and private. With two king bedrooms, each with their own ensuite, and a large open plan living area, the cottage is a great choice for both business and leisure travellers. Whether you are in Hawke's Bay for a relaxing weekend, sporting event or on a business trip, Lavenham Cottage caters to your needs.

NB: the cottage is not suited to long-term bookings/rental, sorry.

Property manager

John and Leonie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 667 sq ft (62 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not suitable for very young children.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Peaceful Semi Rural Retreat
Peaceful Semi-rural Retreat Cottage
Peaceful Semi-rural Retreat Havelock North
Peaceful Semi-rural Retreat Cottage Havelock North

About the area

Havelock North

Located in Havelock North, this cottage is in a rural area. Te Mata Estate and Golflands are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Splash Planet and Pekapeka Wetlands. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hawke's Bay Racecourse, or consider a night out at Napier Soundshell. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, cycling and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Te Mata Estate - 4 min drive
  • Black Barn Vineyards - 4 min drive
  • Craggy Range - 5 min drive
  • Splash Planet - 7 min drive
  • Te Mata Peak - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Piku Izakaya Japanese - 4 min drive
  • Askerne Winery - 13 min walk
  • No.5 Cafe & Larder - 4 min drive
  • Rose & Shamrock Village Inn - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful semi-rural retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful semi-rural retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful semi-rural retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful semi-rural retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Arataki Honey Visitor Centre, Village Vineyards and Black Barn Vineyards. Te Mata Estate is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JILL D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Stay
This was our third time staying at Lavenham Cottage, a great spot to explore the region
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Grace M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and tidy, very peaceful!
Had a fantastic weekend, very peaceful. House was lovely and tidy with everything we could need. Extremely clean and would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
EXCELLENT!
This property was stunning and comfortable. Easy and good communication with host with a gorgeous little gift and note on arrival. Very good location and will 100% book to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really would rate this stay a 15, much higher than a 10!! Fabulous in every way! Thanks for everything -- clean , comfortable, spacious, with coffee/tea/milk/sugar, etc. Loved seeing the sheep all the time out the window. Would suggest another small step before the first big step and/or a railing for very senior persons. All was well!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
NA
Relaxed in in a peceful rurul setting
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Lovely spot perfect for all local experiences great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely rural location
Well appointed properly, great hosts, excellent communication, Comfy beds, easy access. We loved it & would of liked to have stayed longer. Would go back & highly recommend Michelle & Bill
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

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Liked: Cleanliness
Do not recommend! Nice house but nasty host
Our stay at the cottage was disappointing. While the home itself was lovely, the host ruined our Hawkes Bay experience. On arrival, we were locked out by an electric gate which was not mentioned. Luckily we realised the gate code must be the same as the house code in the booking confirmation. The home was clean and tidy and had a lot of basic features, but lacked some simple staples e.g. sugar for coffee and washing facilities. One day of our stay it was 30+ degrees outside, so we decided to go to the local river for a swim. As no beach towels were provided, two towels were taken offsite and got a little bit of dirt on them. One of the house rules is as to text the owner upon check out, which we did. About an hour later, I received very angry texts from the host, accusing us of using the towels to clean bikes with and threatening us with a cleaning fee and reporting us to Book a Bach. I called the host to explain the situation and that it was a little bit of dirt, where she proceeded to get very angry and again threaten us with replacement towel fees and a bad review. I sincerely apologised and said we would pay any dry cleaning fees or replace the towels if needed, but she continued to be very rude and angry. This left me very shaken, especially considering we thoroughly cleaned the cottage (vacuuming, spray and wiping surfaces etc) and knowing that dirt easily comes out in a wash. I do not recommend staying here. It is not worth the money and the stress and anxiety caused. The host did not behave how a hospitality host should.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Too short
Lovely, peaceful cottage. John and Leonie were charming and helpful. We’d love to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Perfect house, amazing setting and fantastic hosts!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022