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Nicks Cottage self contained accomodation
cosy fire
Comfortable beds
one large bedroom only sleeps 5
Basic kitchen facilities

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Mt Somers, Staveley
  • Mount Somers
    ‪206 min walk‬
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Mount Hutt Skifield
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Ashburton (ASG)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom one

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Shower room

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Nicks Cottage self contained accomodation

Situated just 75 minutes from Christchurch International airport, 15 minutes drive to Methven the local ski town with a wide array of cafes and restaurants, and just 5 mins walk to Staveley village coffee shop and station store. Great base to explore the Ashburton Gorge area with Hakatere conservation park, Lake Camp, Lake Clearwater, Lake Heron and the breathtaking landscape of the "Lord of the Rings" movie site at Mt Potts.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only,
small stream runs through the property so toddlers must be supervised at all times.
Fire guard,
No pets

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

ChrisHa68

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A shallow creek runs through the property.
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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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Staveley

Located in Staveley, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Methven Golf Course and Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.
Map
Mt Somers, Staveley

What's nearby

  • Staveley Historical and Geological Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 21 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Rakaia Gorge - 21 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 22 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Mount Hutt Skifield - 49 min drive - 31.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Staveley Store - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Stronechrubie - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Topp Lodge - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Nicks Cottage self contained accomodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nicks Cottage self contained accomodation?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nicks Cottage self contained accomodation?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nicks Cottage self contained accomodation located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is steps from Staveley Historical and Geological Centre and 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Awa Awa Rata Reserve. Rakaia Gorge and Methven Golf Course are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us!
Perfect for our needs. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved staying here
A fantastic place to stay - great condition and clean, so welcoming, we'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, wonderful owners!
Beautiful property, the kids loved the creek. Easy access point for walks, cafe and Methven. Wonderful owners who were great with the kids and very understanding when I had a health issue. Very comfortable beds, lovely fire. Highly recommend, definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

lynda k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy rural stay
Its the second time we have both stayed at this lovely property and we would highly recommend it for those looking for a quiet rural retreat. It had all the basic amenities needed, comfortable beds and a nice woodburner to take the chill off the cold evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little slice of NZ
Awesome little spot, very well cared for with a immaculate gardens and friendly hosts. Had an amazing Christmas stay, will definitely be back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magrietjie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Beautiful location and heaps of fire wood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stavely
Quirky cottage, loved the woodburner. Owners are really nice and make everything easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Great spot to access Mt Hutt and surrounding short walks and close to Methven too. We had a great time thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Little Cottage
This place was amazing! We were looked after completely by the hosts Chris and Muz! The location is perfect being close to walks, ice staking, drives and skiing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts and cosy cottage
Friendly hosts who really made us feel welcome and well looked after. Thank you! Cottage was warm and cosy, the place to be after a day on the snow.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cosy cottage
Such a cute warm place to stay after a days skiing. Lots of firewood to keep the fire stoked. Basic kitchen, shower and toilet but everything you needed. Nice hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staverly Stay
The bach was great with everything needed for a comfy easy stay. Handy to mountain bike rides around the Hakatere Conservation Area. Owners friendly and helpful, making stay really enjoyable. Lovely garden to wander around and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
Fantastic couple of days. Property was all we needed and close to where we wanted to be. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Absolutely marvellous is every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Very good coms with owner, cute cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exploring the back country
This property was a great place to base myself to be able to head south to Lake Heron, Lake Clearwater, Mount Potts and also be able to go North to Mount Hutt. Ashburton was close enough when I needed to restock supplies. The hosts were lovely. There was unlimited dry firewood which was great for this time of year. I had a great last night with the hosts who treated me to a beautiful home cooked meal, great conversation and even some live music. Thank you both 🙏
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josephine J., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Countryside beauty
Our family (2 adults and 2 kids) stayed at Nick's cottage for 7 nights. Check in was easy with all the information provided by the owners. The house was nice and warm when we arrived. The house had everything we need, from fully equipped kitchen to basic toiletries. Beds were comfortable and our kids particularly loved the bunk beds. It was nice to come back to a powerful hot shower and a cozy house after a day of snowboarding at Mt Hutt. Loved the wood fire place and kids even had a few toasted marshmellow. Location couldn't be any better. An outdoor ice rink and lots of family friendly walking tracks close by for when the mountain is closed. Do check out some local free range eggs and honey. The owners were so friendly and always made sure we had everything we need and were having a good time. Thanks for the wonderful stay Muz and Chris! Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WONDERFUL!!
The photos don’t do justice. The place is very nice and roomy 👍. That fire place was great, thank you 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in stunning location
Everything you need for a comfortable stay. Great wood burner that warms the place really quick
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father/son snowboarding
Fantastic homely cottage and location! Quiet. Cosy. No unnecessary extras. Everything you could need. Respectful and fun host
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural Accommodation
The location, house, excellent winter fire (for winter) and close proximity to outdoor activities (skiing and cycling) suited us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tahi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy base
Chris and Muz were awesome! Muz had the firer going every night we got back from skiing. He even had the outside fire going so the kids could roast marshmallows. Was super warm with the fire, clean and tidy. Quality beds. Great shower. Lots of space for drying ski clothes. Really enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Thank you for our lovely visit to Nicks Cottage. The cottage is set back from the road behind the main property. It is well equipped, clean, warm and comfortable. The beds are wooden framed and very comfortable. The 5 beds are all in one room, and the other room is the sitting room/kitchen and is heated with an efficient log burner, that was laid all ready for us on arrival. The shower is great! We had 2 lovely days here and we hope to be back soon. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value friendly owners
Quirky layout, 1 bedroom sleeping 5, great for families. A bit odd seeing the wash basin in the main room, but it worked. Cooking facilities functional, no full sized cooker but again what there was worked fine. Endless supply of hot water great at the end of a days skiing, and the wonderful log burner. Thanks Muzz & Chris for a memorable stay.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy and Quiet
Friendly hosts with a warm and welcoming fire lit ready for our arrival. Great location for access to ski fields, tramping, mountain biking and only a 15 minute hop to Methven for supplies.

About the host

Hosted by ChrisHa68

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What makes this property unique

Mt Hutt 15 mins away and close to Hakatere conservation park
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