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The Brambles - Cute Semi-Rural Guest House in Greytown

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Greytown, Greytown
  • Stonehenge Aotearoa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cobblestones Village Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Alexia Urban Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Masterton (MRO-Hood)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

The Brambles - Cute Semi-Rural Guest House in Greytown

Our property is a 3 acre lifestyle block located on Udy Street, it's arguably one of the prettiest streets in Greytown and a very popular walking route. Access to the Brambles is down a long driveway lined with olive trees and the property is not visible from the road. On the property we have chickens, sheep, alpacas, we also have Peking Ducks free ranging. There will be some fresh farm eggs waiting for you on arrival.

The Brambles got it’s name from the wild Blackberries that run along the side of the cottage on the boundary to Pinehaven Orchard, feel free to pick your own when they’re in season.
There's a walking track at the end of our street that takes you through farmland and down to the river which is a great way to see some of the countryside.

We have a Maremma Italian Sheepdog 'Ricco' and little white fluff ball called 'Nix' (Japanese Spitz) They love to say a very enthusiastic hello to new visitors. We also have a Ragdoll cat 'Felix' and a couple of Kunekune pigs 'Frank & Louis' who also may run up to the fence to say hi

Greytown boasts having the most complete Victorian Main St in NZ. Just over 1 hour drive from Wellington, Greytown has become a Mecca for boutique shopping and has some great restaurants and cafes. We are 15mins from Martinborough with an abundance of wineries and olive groves. The property is a 2min drive or a pleasant 15min walk from the town centre

So if you're looking for a tranquil rural farm experience that's easy walking distance to town then this is the place for you but if you're not an animal or dog lover then it's fair to say that this is not the place for you 😊

We hope to see you soon

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)

Property manager

YvonneandMike01
Premier Host

Languages

English, Norwegian, Swedish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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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

About the area

Greytown

Located in Greytown, this cottage is in a rural area. Alexia Urban Winery and Gladstone Vineyard 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. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Greytown, Greytown

What's nearby

  • Stonehenge Aotearoa - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cobblestones Village Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Alexia Urban Winery - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Daysh House Garden - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Martinborough Vineyard - 22 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Clareville Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cuckoo Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Deli - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mirabelle Catering & Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aroma India - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Brambles - Cute Semi-Rural Guest House in Greytown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Brambles - Cute Semi-Rural Guest House in Greytown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Brambles - Cute Semi-Rural Guest House in Greytown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Brambles - Cute Semi-Rural Guest House in Greytown located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Stonehenge Aotearoa and Cobblestones Village Museum. Alexia Urban Winery is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Repeta I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and cosy
Had a great stay here, absolutely loved the animals-kunekune pigs and dogs, being able to pat them and feed them apples off the ground. Even the dog stayed for dinner on our first night! Had everything we needed. Agree with some of the other reviews on the bed but would not stop us from booking again. Central to town and very quiet and peaceful. Definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Julian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
A lovely cottage with everything we needed in a very peaceful location. Would love to come back in the summer and enjoy the bbq and outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming
We had a very pleasant stay at the Brambles. It was very cozy, comfortable & peaceful & had everything you need. The setting in the garden is gorgeous, & of course the animals were a bonus. Would definitely love to stay again. Greytown is a very pretty town but in the Autumn it is stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonie M., Te Horo New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural but close to town
Nicely presented place. Convenient location. Clean and well equioped
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, with great hosts
I loved my weekend at the Brambles. Everything was just so easy. The cottage is the perfect space for solo travellers or a couple. The location is within walking distance to the village, with bikes made available for me to use if I wished. The pictures perfectly show the space and all the lovely animals you will meet. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
The Brambles was a peaceful getaway, plenty of space inside and outside, with only a short distance to shops and amenities in Greytown. Lovely to have the farm animals especially Frank and Lious the Kunekune pigs. The hosts Mike and Yvonne were very helpful with sharing local knowledge, nothing was a trouble to them even to the extent of offering the use of their own washing machine. Absolutely nothing at all was a problem to them always interested in what you had been doing for the day. Left you to yourself if that was what you wanted. Great hosts. Thanks for sharing your cottage with us. Wayne.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R., Palmerston North

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Cottage
Wonderful place to stay- very private and peaceful and handy to lots of places if interest. Thanks, i enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage, beautiful surrounds
We spent six nights at The Brambles and loved every minute of it. The cottage is tiny but very comfortable and set in a stunning garden, the hosts are very respectful of privacy but easily contactable when we needed anything, and we loved getting to know all the animals. We enjoyed the fresh eggs and the lovely bottle of wine too!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Adrienne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the Brambles
We stayed 3 nights. We were in need of quiet after stressful and sad family events. Peaceful surroundings, no traffic noise, but close to Greytown. I would like to go back and pick the blackberries one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful surroundings and an easy walk to the town
Peaceful, dark starry nights, really comfortable and warm. Beautiful surroundings with privacy. Awesome chooks, pigs, dogs and the cat that popped over, had a quick look and then left. And amazing hosts. Welcoming and some great ideas about what to do. A lovely relaxing 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needs a lane 2 of door
All good The pigs where net
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greytown Gem
Lovely countryside cottage. Quiet and homely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country get- away
Enjoyed a very comfortable, cosy cottage not to far out of main town centre We arrived to a very welcome, warmly heated, lights on and freshly picked flowers. Also farm fresh eggs to use for breakfast. Enjoyed meeting the friendly pigs, chickens and family dogs during our stay. Great spot and so peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greytown Getaway
Cute cottage with everything you need for a break away. Quiet location and great to have bikes provided. Loved our time here,thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mary r., hastings

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint
very small, nowhere in bedroom for bags. Fresh eggs were a nice touch. Lovely outdoor seating area. Chickens and pigs were delightful, the large dog was intimidating
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm Stay
Lovely quiet location but still very close to town. We had everything there we wanted, even fresh eggs for our breakfast. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane T., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Country Getaway
We enjoyed staying at the idyllic Brambles, away from the noise of SH2 and nestled within a gorgeous country setting. Cute, clean & cosy property with excellent outdoor living flow. Stunning night sky views and daily close encounters with the property’s dogs, hens and pigs! Easy access to a 6km walking loop to the river, with a tail that can take you in to central Greytown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
tranquil retreat
The property was tucked away from the main house and was nice and tranquil. We were greeted by the fur babies who were good time wasters. The cottage was clean and tidy and comfortable. The walk in to Greytown is on the flat and is easy on the legs. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace, stars, and dogs
This is a lovely, peaceful setting with amazing night sky views and bonus morning visits from the concierge/Maremma.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanctuary
A beautiful spot and lovely interior. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Winston M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Brambles
Very easy to book and find. Lovely location, nice hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing in Greytown
We had a lovely stay in the wee cottage. Peaceful surroundings, clean and tidy with everything we needed for our two nights. Very welcoming hosts, fantastic company in the hens, dogs and pigs. Hoping to be back for Midwinter!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave E., 21445148

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was excellent. Will stay here again on future trips to the Waiarapaa
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by YvonneandMike01

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What makes this property unique

Great indoor outdoor flow to BBQ area

Languages:

English, Norwegian, Swedish

Premier Host

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