8/10 Good
Mary Anne E.
13 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural whare
Mary Anne E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Peaceful semi-rural retreat
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Havelock North, Hawke's Bay
- Black Barn Vineyards4 min drive
- Splash Planet7 min drive
- Te Mata Peak9 min drive
- Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful semi-rural retreat
Lavenham Cottage is nestled amongst peaceful orchard and farm-life at the foot of Te Mata Peak yet just 3km from Havelock North Village. The newly-established cottage is spacious and private. With two king bedrooms, each with their own ensuite, and a large open plan living area, the cottage is a great choice for both business and leisure travellers. Whether you are in Hawke's Bay for a relaxing weekend, sporting event or on a business trip, Lavenham Cottage caters to your needs.
NB: the cottage is not suited to long-term bookings/rental, sorry.
NB: the cottage is not suited to long-term bookings/rental, sorry.
Property manager
John and Leonie
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for very young children.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Havelock North
Located in Havelock North, this cottage is in a rural area. Te Mata Estate and Golflands are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Splash Planet and Pekapeka Wetlands. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hawke's Bay Racecourse, or consider a night out at Napier Soundshell. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Havelock North, Hawke's Bay
What's nearby
- Arataki Honey Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
- Black Barn Vineyards - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
- Craggy Range - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
- Splash Planet - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Te Mata Peak - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- No.5 Cafe & Larder - 4 min drive
- Giant Public House - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Jackson's Bakery & Cafe - 4 min drive
- Black Barn Vineyards - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
29 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage
Andrew S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine M.
14 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Christine M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
A C.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
A C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve W.
2 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Steve W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Heather L.
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and clean and tidy
Heather L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
JILL D.
8 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
JILL D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth Grace M.
7 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and tidy, very peaceful!
Elizabeth Grace M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louisa D.
10 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EXCELLENT!
Louisa D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katheryn B.
19 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cottage in a lovely rural setting. Nice cafe very close.
Katheryn B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
JILL D.
1 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay here
JILL D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rob H.
11 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Rob H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
David C.
8 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property & hosts
David C.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle P.
28 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely rural location
Michelle P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roland D.
10 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base to enjoy cycling
Roland D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jackie S.
1 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Jackie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
penny m.
10 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend in Wine country
penny m.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michelle K., Upper Hutt, New Zealand
20 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return to Lavenham Cottage
Michelle K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elaine H.
6 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Getaway-Relaxing and Convenient to Everything!
Elaine H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Adrian G., Wellington New Zealand
7 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural retreat
Adrian G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Trish G.
5 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful rural spot
Trish G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda H.
26 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NA
Linda H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rex C.
28 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEST bookabach!
Rex C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jose
11 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jose
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
2/10 Terrible
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7 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Do not recommend! Nice house but nasty host
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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by John and Leonie
We are retired Havelock North locals who enjoy the quiet rural lifestyle on the boundary of the village. We live on the property in the separate main house, enjoy gardening, travel, and family time. The cottage is named after a medieval village in Suffolk, England, which has historical significance to our family.
Why they chose this property
Entry to Lavenham Cottage is through an automated security gate and tree-lined driveway. The cottage is stand-alone with its own parking area adjacent.
The new cottage has been purposely appointed for guests. Each of the king bedrooms at either end of the cottage has its own en-suite and French doors to the north-facing deck. The open plan living area features a stylish new kitchen, lounge with Chromecast and unlimited WiFi.
Lavenham Cottage is centrally located for accessing all that Hawke's Bay has to offer:
• 3km to Havelock North Village
• 7km to Hastings
• 18km to Napier
• Close to many wineries
• Easy access to bike trails
Havelock North Village has an abundance of cafes, restaurants and an array of diverse boutique stores and providores all set in a relaxed village atmosphere. Within a 10-minute drive from the cottage you will also find the highly regarded Black Barn, Craggy Range and Te Mata Estate wineries along with many more. A 20-minute scenic drive will take you to the stunning Te Awanga and Haumoana coastal area. The summer Black Barn Growers’ Market is nearby, and it's just a short drive to the substantial Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market.
The new cottage has been purposely appointed for guests. Each of the king bedrooms at either end of the cottage has its own en-suite and French doors to the north-facing deck. The open plan living area features a stylish new kitchen, lounge with Chromecast and unlimited WiFi.
Lavenham Cottage is centrally located for accessing all that Hawke's Bay has to offer:
• 3km to Havelock North Village
• 7km to Hastings
• 18km to Napier
• Close to many wineries
• Easy access to bike trails
Havelock North Village has an abundance of cafes, restaurants and an array of diverse boutique stores and providores all set in a relaxed village atmosphere. Within a 10-minute drive from the cottage you will also find the highly regarded Black Barn, Craggy Range and Te Mata Estate wineries along with many more. A 20-minute scenic drive will take you to the stunning Te Awanga and Haumoana coastal area. The summer Black Barn Growers’ Market is nearby, and it's just a short drive to the substantial Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market.
What makes this property unique
The cottage provides guests with luxurious amenities in an idyllic semi-rural location, yet so close to all that Hawke's Bay has to offer.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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