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This is the stand alone, andquot;Drive Cottageandquot; .

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Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
From the verranda

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Hanmer Springs, North Canterbury
  • A Maze N Golf
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Conical Hill
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

This is the stand alone, andquot;Drive Cottageandquot; .

Just a 90 minute drive from Christchurch International Airport the Alpine spa village of Hanmer Springs is the perfect place to stay. Woodbank Cottages offer an atmosphere of relaxation and rest.
Fully equiped kitchen, living room, and bedroom with king bed. There is a veranda area to sit out on, or, enjoy a self cooked meal on your personal BBQ.
With a short 8 minute trip to the village you are able to enjoy a variety of excellent restaurants, relax in the Internationally recognised Thermal pool complex.
If you enjoy the outdoors Hanmer offers an 18 hole golf course, bungy jumping, and jet boating.
There is something for everyone.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only

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

Property manager

Mike Gibbon Lizzy Brown

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hanmer Springs

Located in Hanmer Springs, this cottage is in a rural area. Hanmer Heritage Forest and Culverden Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Waiau Ferry Bridge. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Hanmer Springs, North Canterbury

What's nearby

  • A Maze N Golf - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Hanmer Springs Bridge Lookout - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Conical Hill - 13 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fire & Ice Cafe Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Isobel's Restaurant and Bar at the Heritage Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rustic Cafe & Tapa's Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Salt N Pepper Cafe/Restaurant/Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This is the stand alone, andquot;Drive Cottageandquot; . pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This is the stand alone, andquot;Drive Cottageandquot; .?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This is the stand alone, andquot;Drive Cottageandquot; .?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is This is the stand alone, andquot;Drive Cottageandquot; . located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3 mi (4.9 km) from A Maze N Golf and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Chisholm Park. Conical Hill Walkway and Hanmer Heritage Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity in Hanmer Springs
From arriving at the property and greeted by Mike with a platter and fresh eggs from Lizzie through till we departed we were completely spoilt by the surroundings and the accommodation. Peace and quiet with a roaring fire and loads of books and DVDs to watch was just what we needed. We will be recommending this special place to all our friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hanmer treat
Very well appointed and spacious cottage in a peaceful rural setting. Cottage has really good sized bedroom and bathroom. Lovely outdoor deck for enjoying an evening meal. Hosts were fantastic.Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Stay
We enjoyed the farm like setting and the amenities. We were only 5 minutes from town and the Spa pools. The host Mike was very welcoming and accommodating. We enjoyed a lovely appy tray and fresh eggs and dairy products from the fridge. The only thing missing was Wifi. In all a very enjoyable, peaceful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and privacy
The cottage was very comfortable and extremely well appointed. We appreciated the wonderful welcome - log burner ablaze and a lovely platter of nibbles, along with fresh eggs and other goodies. The property is so private and quiet and gave us the much-needed opportunity to relax and feel refreshed. The hosts are very kind and helpful. Cannot recommend this accommodation highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

leonie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five Star Tranquility
Exceeded expectations. A tranquil setting yet 5 minutes from Hamner Centre. The log fire burning & surprise platter and farm fresh eggs in fridge on arrival give this property a real personal & professional touch. Allowing us to bring our small dog was a real bonus. Caint wait for the opportunity to book this property again for a winter break. Kind Regards Leonie
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, peaceful spacious cottage
Suited our needs admirably for a quiet stopover at Hanmer Springs before travelling the Molesworth/acheron
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
The gorgeous cottage was exactly as described...actually way better !! , it was absolutely perfect, loved the tranquility and luxury. Great bed, spacious and beautifully furnished. We will be back.Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay in the country.
The hosts were amazing to deal with. Nothing was too much trouble. Treats in the fridge and fire was warm and toasty. Wonderful experience and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
clean and warm
Toasty warm and spotlessly clean. A lovely peaceful spot with welcoming hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terence B., Richmond, Tasman, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hanmer gem.
Well appointed in relaxing, quiet setting. Thoughtfully presented with extras, the arrival platter was appreciated. Everything you could wish for to stay a few days or a few weeks. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded gem
Plenty of space, nice and tidy and very cosy. Would RECOMMEND.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Faultless
We loved our stay here. The facilities are wonderful- thoughtful touches and extremely clean and comfortable. We left feeling relaxed and refreshed and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Lovely, peaceful setting and well appointed comfortable cabin. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Te Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
The batch is in a beautiful location, nestled in a little forest with a gorgeous view of the mountains surrounding Hanmer. We were greeted and shown around then sat down with a large cheese platter they made for us on arrival. I had a nice peaceful stay and we had everything we needed. Fresh eggs, milk and they even cleaned up our place half way through our stay. I Highly recommend staying here, if anywhere, when staying in Hanmer Springs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marnie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, peaceful, beautiful setting
A great five days in clean, comfortable accommodation a short drive from town.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
The cottage was lovely, very clean and comfortable. Mike and Lizzy were very welcoming, thank you for the free range eggs! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Daniel P., Christchurch, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Cottage
This was the perfect spot to spend a weekend in Hanmer Springs away from the busy town centre. Was clean and the owners were very welcoming and provided and unexpected but lovely cheese platter on arrival. The cottage had all the amenities we required and the fire get us toasty and warm. Would highly recommend for others looking for a quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully quiet location amongst the pines. Everything you could possibly need provided.
Great place!

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd E., Hibiscus Coast

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Drive Cottage
Perfect Very warm and well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very fun place to stay - private, great logburner (and heat pump), close to Hanmer Village
Loved the farm setting, view out towards the hills, tree lined driveway and privacy. Absolutely loved staying there. The hosts had the fire on for us, some local food for arrival (thanks!) and really enjoyed staying in their cabin. Morning frost was amazing with the fire roaring inside:) Very happily recommend and will stay there again. Thanks.

10/10 Excellent

Gaye F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just the best place in NZ
Just the best place in NZ
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10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable cottage, very clean with modern fixtures and fittings
Very comfortable cottage, very clean with modern fixtures and fittings. Peaceful, private and welcoming. Mike and Lizzy really go the extra mile to make your stay enjoyable with lots of thoughtful touches.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Had a lovely time and we have already recommended Woodbank Cottages to family and friends we will de
Had a lovely time and we have already recommended Woodbank Cottages to family and friends we will definitely be back ??

About the host

Hosted by Mike Gibbon Lizzy Brown

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Why they chose this property

This is a quiet rural locality but only a 6km drive to Hanmer Village

What makes this property unique

Enjoy the ambience of the log fire and great views over paddocks to the mountains with winter snow.

Languages:

English
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