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In the heart of Martinborough, Railway Cottage offers a charming retreat amidst vineyards and village charm. Unwind on the covered deck, indulge in a good book or explore with mountain bikes available onsite. On rainy days, cozy up by the gas fire with DVD's and board games.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 695 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$419
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May

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About this property

Entire place

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

Railway Cottage - Home away from Home

This lovely cozy retreat is situated in the heart of Martinborough and its surrounding vineyards, cafes, and shops. It's just two minutes walk to the village and an easy walk to some of the best vineyards in the district.

The cottage offers all the charm of yesteryear mixed with modern features and appliances. Railway Cottage's open plan living flows out to a covered deck. The perfect outdoor setting for dining, enjoying the country air or just soaking up the sun with a good book. A lovely heater on the deck for curling up with a blanket on the evenings or cold days.

If you experience one of those rainy days you can relax in front of the gas fire, entertaining yourself with the selection of DVD's, books and board games available.

There are two mountain bikes available onsite if you are looking for some exercise.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,023 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 Registration Number 94-29047577565

About the area

Martinborough is home to this cottage. Palliser Estate and Cambridge Road are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park. Visit our Martinborough travel guide
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Martinborough, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Road
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palliser Estate
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tirohana Estate
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ata Rangi Vineyard
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Schubert Wines
    14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Neighbourhood Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Poppies Martinborough
    4 min drive
  • The Martinborough Hotel
    5 min walk
  • Alana Estate Vineyard
    6 min drive
  • Martinborough Brewery
    4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Railway Cottage - Home away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$419, 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.

How much is parking at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Railway Cottage - Home away from Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Railway Cottage - Home away from Home located?

Situated in Martinborough, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Palliser Estate, Cambridge Road and Schubert Wines. Ata Rangi Vineyard and Tirohana Estate are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Railway Cottage - Home away from Home 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to come back to after a big day exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time at the railway cottage. It was clean and well appointed. I would recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Great location everything was as expected...a great place to stay in Martinborough
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Was beyond impressed with our stay at Railway Cottage. Home was charming and very well maintained and clean. The beds were comfy and exactly what we needed after a long drive. Wish we had been able to stay longer, next time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely Martinborough retreat

We had a lovely stay at the Railway Cottage! The cottage was very sweet, clean and well equipped. The location is excellent, a few minutes walk away from the center of Martinborough and the host, Cheryl was lovely and very accommodating. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfectly located

Unfortunately it was a very short stay as we arrived after 8pm. Gorgeous house in a fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a girls weekend

Sheryl is a fantastic host and very accommodating. The Cottage is very comfortable and in a fantastic location - very close to the square. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again. Thanks Sheryl.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

Could not rate this stay any more highly. Cheryl was extremely accomodating in some requests we had leading up to our stay, and the house itself is a gorgeous and spacious property. Super close proximity to the Square as well. Stayed in Martinborough a few times, and this by far was the best experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Railway Cottage

Fab location. Super inside and outside living. Lots of great touches such as books and games available and also pantry staples.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, charming cottage

We loved our night at the railway cottage. Unbeatable location about 3 minute walk to the square, lovely house with three bedrooms and cozy lounge, nice deck looking out onto a big backyard with fruit trees. No complaints, everything was great :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicky D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Railway Cottage

Was central. Clean. Stayed 2 nights for a wedding. Easy to walk to the square
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get away

The property was in the best location for us , in the same street as our bike rental, 3 minutes to centre of town so we could just park our car up till it was time to go home. The deck area is where we spent our time at the house and with it having shelter by the trees and a roof on we could stay there in all weathers. We had the best time, our only problem was sandflys we did get bitten a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Property

This was our first rental outside the US. We went to NZ for the Women's FIFA cup and didnt want to stay in Wellington and deal with the masses. This place delivered. The ability to heat the bed before you got in was amazing! The property is well maintained and spacious. Unfortunately, we tripped the breaker shortly after arriving but the owner responded right away to text. Railway cottage is the perfect little get away! Centralized to the downtown square, very easily walkable or a short drive to nearby quaint cities. The mountain pass is a cliff hanger but gives you access to areas that provide rail access.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage, everything you need, absolutely loved it

Fantastic cottage, highly recommend, everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Just a few mins walk from the square, warm clean and comfortable character villa. Thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great all round stay

The property was clean and very well equipped, indoor and outdoor seating, comfy beds and suited all of our needs. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, cute house

Well kitted out, warm cottage within easy walking distance of town centre & wineries. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tineke V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage stay

Great location, cozy and had everything we needed. Will return !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cottage

Perfect wee place, super close to town. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Get Away

Lovely little cottage ... we really enjoy our stay ...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

My husband and I had a wonderful stay. The host was easy to communicate with and the location was only a few minutes walk to local restaurants, bars, cafes etc. We had a great time and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Enjoyed our stay very much, wish we could have stayed longer. Will be back again later in the year for a longer stay. Very relaxing home and so close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and charming home

lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, warm, great location

Beautiful garden and living spaces. Life really slowed down which was exactly what I was looking for- just wish I had longer there!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic little cottage.

Beautiful cottage. Very clean and tidy, walking distance to Martinbourgh main shops and cafes. Grounds are beautiful and would be a great place to stay in the summer months as well. Great communication with the host, Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023