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Welcome to Teapot Cottage
Authentic 50s furniture and classic literature.
Everything a vintage cook needs in the kitchen
Main bedroom with comfy beds, cotton sheets and woolen blankets
Kids room with pre-loved vintage toys

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 545 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Westland District, South Westland
  • Franz Josef Glacier
  • Willberg Walk Trail Access
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Kids room - single and cot

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)

STEP BACK IN TIME into our charming 1950's "grandma's cottage", a LIVING MUSEUM of a simpler era, before tvs, microwaves and computers. No WiFi, so UNPLUG and ENJOY the authentic vintage memorabilia and cosy fire.
WALK the beautiful Hari Hari Coastal Walkway or TAKE A DAY TRIP - 50 mins south to Glaciers, 50 mins north to Hokitika. EXPLORE natural HOT-SPRINGS within a short drive and walk or SOAK and STARGAZE in the cottage garden FIRE-BATH with stunning farm/bush/mountain views.

Heaps of classic books, board games, puzzles, and vintage dress-ups for those wet West Coast days.
Kid-friendly - cot, highchair, toys, swings and bikes.
An authentic cottage with old-fashioned quirks, such as woolen carpets and a bathroom just outside, through the laundry.

2 kms from Hari Hari village, in an area of great hiking, fishing, hunting, lake swimming and boating.

Natural Hot Springs in the riverbed just a 5 minute drive and 15 minute walk away - one of the Coast's best kept secrets.

Genuine West Coast hospitality from hosts who live next door but will respect your privacy.

Teapot Cottage is on the same acre property as our other (completely different and off-grid) accommodation, 'Wildside Lodge'.

Special conditions:
Pets may be allowed with prior approval.

Extras: Linen (included);
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition, before you leave you are expected to: Leave the house as tidy as you found it; wash, dry and put away your dishes; wipe benches and stove.

Property manager

Wildside
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cot, highchair, toys, puzzles and games
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Hari Hari

Located in Hari Hari, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by The Bushmans Centre, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Willberg Walk Trail Access and Godley Glacier. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Westland District, South Westland

What's nearby

  • Willberg Walk Trail Access - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 45 min drive - 64.6 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 45 min drive - 64.6 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 45 min drive - 64.6 km
  • Hokitika Gorge - 70 min drive - 100.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pukeko Tearooms & Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Hari Hari - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) located?

This family-friendly Hari Hari cottage is located on a river, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Willberg Walk Trail Access, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Te Wahipounamu and The Bushmans Centre. Ross Goldfields Information & Heritage Centre is 26.8 mi (43.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 109 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ann C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hari hari hooray
Very peaceful experience. Host kath gave us a good run down on places to visit. Very nice to live in an environment of period time. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute
Lovely place! Perfect on a rainy day!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Is exactly as it says, living in the 50’s
It’s an acquired taste, bed is comfortable and it’s as clean as it can be, ( as there’s so much stuff, dolls, Knick- knacks) so if your looking for mod cons and clean lines, this is not for you, it has an outside bathroom, but totally undercover from the front door, so you won’t get wet if it rains and sadly it did a lot during our stay, so we didn’t get to enjoy the area as much as we’d like. Kath and Dan were very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denzel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, Cosy Escape!
Beautiful, cosy cottage. Immaculately kept and period furnishings were on point. Just enough to make the stay comfortable, while being a wonderfully relaxing escape! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Timeless elegance
Absolutely perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The coast
We received fantastic west coast hospitality and would recommend anyone to stay. Fantastic place and hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
A great spot and very friendly hosts. Loved the record player and puzzles. Was just what we needed after a long day skiing the day before. Thank you Kath and Dan 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful
The cottage was just as we expected and we were able to relax and have lots of fun dressing up as well as exploring the area. The beds were comfy and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keeley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tea cup cottage 50’s party
We had so much fun- dress ups, records, outdoor hot tub, real cool hosts. Thanks guys!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Stayed here once before great hosts and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky little cottage
Great little place to stay and explore the West Coast. We had a pleasant stay at The Teapot Cottage with all its 50's memorabilia.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jc
Well worth the stop, like stepping back in time! Would recommend to anyone looking for something a bit different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base in South Westland
This cottage was exactly like the listing, and was the perfect base for some exploring. Within easy reach of Okarito Lagoon, which is a definite must see!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming
Welcomed us by lighting the log burner and was very pleasant which made the home nice and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristy
Absolutely loved this Bach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susannah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, lovely host
Lovely peaceful stay in a quirky nostalgic cottage. We absolutely loved it!! The kids had a lot of fun with the retro games and toys and we especially liked the record player.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Period cottage winner
We went just looking for accommodation in the area and liked the fifties style idea. Unexpected bonuses were the choice of period costumes to dress in for dinner at the end of a fantastic day exploring, with a huge LP selection to play on the period gramophone and a fantastic log burner all wood chopped and dry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An awesome experience
We found the cottage was warm, welcoming, very comfortable and very interesting. A big thank you to the host for the property tour, stoking the outdoor bath and assisting us whenever needed. A thoroughly enjoyable and memorable experience. Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place in natural environment.
Interesting with lots to look at in the house.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Teapot cottage
A memorable place to stay, a great base for exploring the outdoors, with helpful and friendly hosts. The kids loved having a bath under the stars, and the cottage was well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Teapot Cottage
We really loved our stay at Teapot Cottage. Our hosts were welcoming and friendly, and the cottage was delightfully decked out with retro stuff. It felt like we had really stepped back in time. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Step back in time
Every detail of this 1950's styled house was impeccable. So much to see and explore and that is just inside the house. Loved it and the outdoors has plenty to offer also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cute cottage
The nick nacks and curios were awesome. And the fact that the kids got to play with the old toys was a great plus. Loved the location (although road was a bit loud but sleepable thru) and the hosts were very friendly and generous. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Cozy Getaway.
We were warmly welcomed by Kath. And she took us directly over to the cottage. Gave us a rundown with what was available in the property. Mentioned that she was readily available if we were in need of something. The hot tub was all geared up and running for our second night of our stay. Saw the natural countryside from the tub. A neat stay for a historical NZ experience. Thanks again to Kath and Dan.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky cottage step back in time
This lil quirky cottage was a step back in time, and we loved it. Great base to do the West Coast Wilderness trail (Ross to Hokitika treetop walkway). Kids loved all the puzzles, games, dolls and dress-up. We loved the old style record player - didn't even scratch the surface of the record collection. Kath was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Wildside

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We are a freedom-loving family of four, plus one friendly stick-mad dog and one fat cat.
We live on the "Wildside" - hunting, fishing, growing, beekeeping and brewing - trying to be as self-sufficient as we can. We are usually happy to give a tour of the rest of our homestead to our guests if they are interested.

Why they chose this property

Hari Hari is an outdoor-enthusiasts dream - with great opportunities for hiking, biking, boating, kyaking, fishing, hunting, star-gazing and hot-spring soaking. With views to die for! It also has a rich pioneering heritage and Teapot Cottage is part of this history.

What makes this property unique

This truly authentic "theme" cottage is an experience, not just a place to stay. It is a wonderful spot to bring the kids or grandkids to show them what it was like in the "good old days" - whether its taking photos of each other in the vintage dress-ups while having an old-fashioned tea party; playing board games by the fire; or reading them stories you were read as a child.
Alternately, you and your loved one can reminisce to the tunes of classic vinyl on the record player; enjoy eating in the garden surrounded by stunning rural/bush/mountain views; star-gaze together while soaking in the fabulous fire-bath or the natural mineral hot-springs aside the local river.
So if it sounds like "your cup of tea", turn off your phone to disconnect from the modern world and step back into a simpler era.

Languages:

English

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