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Reviews of Louisa Cottage Private with All Round Rural Views


Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 195 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hosts, provided us with a lovely selection for breakfast. Cottage was warm and cosy, beds were great, quiet and safe, lovely outdoor seating to soak up the sun rays. Would come back and rent this cottage again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage is lovely and has everything you could want, and more. The preserves and homemade soup were fantastic and a nice touch. Would definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Havelock North Accommodation
An amazing cottage to rent. Julie and Eddie are wonderful hosts who go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The cottage is spacious, comfortable and very well equipped. The extra personal touches from the hosts made the stay even more special. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay, wonderful hosts.
We loved our stay at Louisa Cottage. Julie and Eddie were the best hosts we have had. They provided lots of delicious treats and were warm and friendly, but let us get on with our holiday. Private, very comfortable cottage close to Havelock North. 10/10 for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little Gem
Wow - where to start. Julie and Eddie are fantastic hosts, the Cottage is amazing, set in the grounds with loads of wildlife around. Clean and tidy, quiet and private. It has everything you could ask for which is a tribute to Julie and Eddie. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Karting weekend
Great hosts. Lots of added treats home made by our hosts Julie and Eddie. Lovely setting. Beautiful accommodation and super close to central Havelock North for dining and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely hosts
Gorgeous cottage with a surprise of lots of goodies and treats waiting for us. So grateful for the thought that went into making us comfortable. The electric blankets were on, fresh breakfast supplies, it was all really lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roderick O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
Great cottage just outside havelock. Quiet and set on large grounds with chickens, doves and a pet pūkeko
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis M., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Super stay, super owners, super everything
Great stay, great hosts, great spot, will be back again. The only thing that sucked is this website which rips holiday makers off hard. Francis
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
I can't recommend this place highly enough. Very warm welcome from Julie & great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Amazing
Fantastic place to stay AAA Lovely hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property & hosts
We had a wonderful stay. Very comfortable. Hosts super with some lovely home homemade treats, so friendly & proud of their property & so they should. We highly recommend Eddie & Julie's property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Louisa Cottage Havelock North
Beautiful cottage just out of town, hosts, Eddie and Julie, are lovely friendly people who are very willing to help you in any way they can. Lovely fresh home made and home grown goodies were an extra treat. I would recommend this place and would definitely come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindi E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot!
Probably one of the best stays we gave experienced. Lovely hosts and a wonderful accomodation with everything you need and more. So comfortable and well equiped. Close to everything but enough out of town to feel rural. Just a spectacular stay and we will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay for family
Was travelling with mum - this amazing property met every need and more. Hosts were lovely and so accommodating, especially with our unintentional late arrival. They were attentive to all our needs while still giving us our space. The homemade/grown goodies an exra treat. It was lovely to open the curtains each day to see little critters exploring their world outside - rabbits, doves, ducks, quail, hovering hawkes. The setting was very private and quiet, the photos just don't do it justice. The house is refreshingly modern in an English elegance style - it felt like "home" the moment we stepped through the door. Loved the vase of fresh roses that were in full bloom on the property. Highly recommend, will be staying again in the future :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec 2023
It gave us great pleasure to host these two lovely ladies, and we hope to do so again sometime. Being so close to Christmas now we wish them the very best for the festive season.

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
Great property, would definitely stay again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Stay
Beautiful property, very spacious and very clean. Excellent and very friendly hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage in quiet gardens
Just outside Havelock North, situated in mature gardens, this two bedroom cottage was perfect as a base to explore the wineries!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation at it's best.
Comfortable warm and cosy. Lovely environment with relaxing atmosphere. Well setup cottage with e verything you could want. Maybe some signage would help to find the place is the only constructive criticism I could make. We would be happy to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden Paradise
This is a beautiful presented home, it's not a bach, or converted building, this is a home, the Louisa House is just that, with everything you need on arrival and settle in for your stay. With fresh produce from the owners who show you round on arrival and make you feel special to share this experience. If you have never been and looking for a little get away would well recommend. We will be booking again for our next trip to Hawkes Bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Fantastic hospitality by owners, everything you need and more! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant, friendly hosts and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Wellington, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cottage
Definitely one of the best cottages we've stayed in! Awesome location, immaculate inside, everything was spotless. Highly recommended (shame it's not available more often!).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable.
Very caring and thoughtful hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent introduction to this beautiful cottage by the owners, with fittings and furniture of high quality. A home away from home and generous pantry goodies left by the hosts to enjoy .Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Relaxing
Everything about Louisa Cottage was a pleasant surprise. The hosts were charming and very helpful. The cottage was warm, sunny, private and very well equipped. Definitely one of the best places we have stayed in NZ. We will be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Very clean comfortable and generous provisions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ritchie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
You won’t find better
Our hosts were fantastic they went over and beyond for us. Very spacious , comfortable and it had a great vibe. Definitely 10 outa 10 and will recommend to one and all. Thankyou Eddie and Julie so much for your great hospitality and a great place . From Ritchie and Boogz
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A good stay
A beautiful cottage and very homely. Hosts go out of their way to ensure your stay is the best possible. A personal note is that some maybe travelling for work. A small desk would be a real winner as the dining table isn’t understandably comfortable you can sit at all day. Credit to the hosts who show their pride in this cottage and visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hosts enjoy their guests and providing lots of little extras at the well equipped cottage.It has a lovely rural surround and 7min drive to Havelock North shopping centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Julie and Eddie are absolutely lovely and went out of their way to accommodate us. The cottage is gorgeous and feels like a home away from home. We will be planning another stay in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cottage had everything you could possibly want. A characterful and very comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
A beautiful little cottage with peace & quite A very handy location The best pair of hosts, they left with delicious food & homemade treats Fully recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melany E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Great location & amazing hosts! Perfect place for a get away and completely relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend in Hawkes bay
A friend and I came up to play at a 3 day Bridge tournament. We were very happy here, very comfortable beds, quiet surroundings and wonderful produce that the hosts and provided. Would definitely come again. The place is close to Havelock North and the autumn leaves on this beautiful property were gorgeous. Thanks so much Julie and Eddie.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cottage stay
The cottage was perfect for our needs. We appreciated the peacefulness and the beautiful views from the cottage. The cottage itself was very spacious and comfy with plenty of spaces to relax. Julie and Eddie were very welcoming and friendly and extremely generous with their included provisions. We particularly enjoyed the homemade soup and muesli! We also appreciated the early check-in. Highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Exceptionally comfortable and spacious cottage in a quiet, picturesque setting. From the generous breakfast supplies and well equipped kitchen to the super comfortable bed, the cottage had everything we needed for our 4 night stay. Julie and Eddie couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful cottage and friendly hosts
A beautiful, tranquil spot to relax. Hospitality from hosts was amazing with do many lovely welcoming touches. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real gem!
Our stay was excellent. Eddie and Julie are awesome hosts. This property is a real gem with the loveliest hosts, close to Havelock and Hastings.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Spot Convenient to Everywhere
Awesome property with fantastic and personable hosts who made sure we were well looked after with home made goodies. Cyclable to town and wineries. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay near Havelock North.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay with Julie and Eddie
We recently stayed with Julie and Eddie in their cottage. We were only there for the weekend, as we had a friend’s wedding to attend. We wished we had stayed longer. Julie and Eddie are some of the nicest people we have ever met. Their property is spectacular. The photos do not do it justice. The cottage was clean, warm and had ample space for 4+ people. It has great amenities, comfy beds, ample bedding and linen and is surround by beautiful landscapes. Eddie went over and above to make us feel welcome. He stocked the fridge with butter, jam, eggs, yoghurt, milk and juice. We even had a sampler of cheese and biscuits and some of Julie’s delicious granola mix and preserved plums. We felt so spoiled and cannot thank Julie and Eddie enough for their hospitality, especially when Eddie provided a ride for us to the wedding in his own car, at no additional cost. They are both such warm, genuine people. This isn’t a cottage, it is a home away from home. We will definitely return again for a much needed break. Do not hesitate, book this cottage and see for yourself. Natalie and Mark.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Marie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Louisa Cottage
We can reccomend this comfy roomy cottage set in park like grounds with welcoming hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best
Our hosts Julie and Eddie were amazing. Beautiful Cottage and garden. We had lovely food and eggs from their chooks. I’ll be returning in 2023!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Louisa Cottage
We had a wonderful time at Louisa Cottage. Julie and Eddie are amazing hosts. There was all kinds of produce available to us and although we had brought food from home, the extra touches were very thoughtfully provided. The fresh fruit and flowers were also very much appreciated. This was a return visit for us and the cottage was just as well set up as it was on our first visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely friendly owners who went out of their way to provide most delicious Gluten free food. Cottage has beautiful furniture and great equipment and was most spacious for our stay for the two of us. Grounds are peaceful and restful with beautiful trees as well as being good driving distance to shops. We arrived on a rainy day and uncovered front steps makes it not the best unlocking. We found the main bed a little uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay in the country
We took elderly mother/mother in law there for a couple of nights and she loved it which was the main purpose of the trip. A lovely peaceful 2 days in a lovely setting
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C., Gisborne

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Eddie and Julie go out of their way to make your stay an enjoyable and comfortable experience. Julie left us special treats like home soup and homemade Jams plus more🤗 we will definitely return😀
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine and Rod S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Louisa
Excellent cottage, very well-kept, just right for us. Lots of unexpected extras. Very pleasant surroundings, very handy for town. .And generous and friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
We really enjoyed meeting up again with these lovely people who are superb guests to host. Of course we hope to host them again some day.

10/10 Excellent

Rose M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home away from home
We had a lovely restful stay. Julie & Eddie were fantastic hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

lynn c.

Liked: Cleanliness
working holiday
property exceeded expectations. Hosts provided a lot of extras which we did not expect and were very grateful for as we arrived later in the day. Hosts went over and above what you could expect in a top hotel. We would definitely like to come back. Hosts were very nice and accomodating. If there was a higher rating we would give it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
Thank you Lynn. It was a pleasure you host you, albeit you had a busy time.