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Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Front deck
Back deck
View from front deck
Bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Taradale, Napier
  • Place, Eastern Institute of Technology
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Otatara Pa
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Pettigrew Green Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden

(We offer a flexible cancellation/refund policy as we understand that currently situations outside of indivual control crop up that may interfere with travel plans)

Omarunui cottage is located within the beautiful and established grounds of 'Omarunui', a historic Hawkes Bay homestead built in 1840. This newly renovated north facing cottage opens onto sunny decks allowing you to enjoy morning and afternoon sun, native bird life and with an outlook of mature trees and garden. While we are considered a rural property we have the benefit of being close to Taradale shops which is a 7 minute drive. During the summer months guests are welcome to use the swimming pool. The property is situated alongside the Tutaekuri River which provides excellent fishing and with easy access to the extensive network of Rotary walkway/cycle tracks. Perfectly placed between Napier and Hastings, both are a 15 minute drive away and Havelock North a 20 minute drive, a great spot to base yourself for day trips to the local wineries, day walks, beaches and the many fabulous restaurants that Hawkes Bay has to offer.
Our accommodation space provides;
Free wifi
Kitchen - equipped with oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster, kettle and cooking utensils. Basic supplies are provided, tea, fresh coffee, sugar. There is a BBQ on the deck.
Living area - has a table and chairs, couch, comfortable chairs, tv.
Bathroom - shower, washing machine.
Bedroom - Queen size bed.
Cleaning and quality linen is provided.

Special conditions:
A minimum of two nights booking.
Smoking is permitted outside only.
Horse of the Year - if booking for this event please enquire as we can offer grazing for your horse.
Mission Estate, Church Road Winery, Elephant Hill, Kidnappers Estate, Craggy Range, Rotary Cycle Way, Gimblett Gravel Wineries, Napier Art Deco Weekend, Te Mata Peak, McLean Park, Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier Conference Centre, HB Showgrounds are all easy and accessible from our property, these destinations are not more than a 20 minute drive.
Extras:
Cleaning (included) high touch/use areas are cleaned with disinfectant
Linen (included)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

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House Rules

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Puketapu

Located in Puketapu, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Church Road Winery and Mission Estate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. Onekawa Aquatic Centre and Pekapeka Wetlands are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Taradale, Napier

What's nearby

  • Eastern Institute of Technology - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Otatara Pa - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Pettigrew Green Arena - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Church Road Winery - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Mission Estate Winery - 13 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taradale Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sideline Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Gloucester - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bay Espresso - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Billy Burkes - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden located?

Situated in Puketapu, this golf vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Otatara Pa, Pettigrew Green Arena, and Eastern Institute of Technology. Church Road Winery and Mission Estate Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 118 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully appointed cottage in a quiet and private garden setting. Rural but not isolated so its very easy to get into Napier or through to Havelock Nrth as we did daily. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely and quiet close to everything clean I would stay again no worries

10/10 Excellent

Cath D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nestled in Nature

Lovely relaxing stay on beautiful property. Everything we needed in the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the little cottage, nice and quite but handy to everywhere that we were going. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Val S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Just really enjoyed our time there, particularly our breakfasts on sunny verandah. Beautiful gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cottage. Would totally recommend and would definitely stay again. The bed was comfy, the rooms were warm, plenty of hot water. The only issue we had, and it was not too much of a problem, was we couldn't hook into the internet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
I stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed every minute. Lovely rural private garden setting, quiet and very comfortable accommodation. Spotlessly clean! There is wifi available but I didn't need it as my Vodafone connection was surprisingly good. Will definitely look to stay again on future trips to the HB.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Omaranui Cottage

This property delivered exactly as advertised. Idyllic semi-rural setting and cute abode which was provisioned well. Plenty of outdoor space with a couple of chickens running around and a concrete swimming pool which would have been a boon for hot days. Would highly recommmend and intend to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blanaid K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage

Totally wonderful. Quiet, private, has everything you need and more ( use of owners pool!). Charming owner Melissa who has maintained a very beautiful garden.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation

Wonderful surroundings and location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene and gorgeous

We just loved our stay at Melissa’s cottage. Sitting on the veranda looking out across the garden, to where the sheep grazed, green hills in the distance, was tranquility itself. The cottage was stylish, welcoming and well equipped. We were so glad we opted to stay here. It was only a short trip into Napier but was a lovely retreat from the bustle. Also loved our dinner at the nearby pub. Thank you Melissa!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous cottage

A beautifully quiet and quaint cottage - perfect for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

Lovely little cottage. Beautiful surroundings. Really enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

We love this place, beautiful rural setting, great little cottage which is very well equipped. Great place to start a cycle trip on Napier expansive cycle ways. Great hosts, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful break

Very comfy and cosy place to hide out and relax. Easy access to wineries and great dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a wonderful stay!

We had a wonderful stay. The place is clean, neat and tidy, and situated in beautiful surroundings. Very peaceful. A close drive to Taradale, Hastings. The best of both worlds. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice & Quiet

It was a nice and quiet place to stay, very relaxing. Property met our requirements, would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful cottage, clean and comfortable in lovely grounds with plenty of fruit trees. cycling trails across the road and great pub a couple of minutes drive away. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray H., Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Concert Weekend for the concert that never happened ( Rod Stewart )

We were very impressed with the Cottage, I am guessing that like the main house, it is a Heritage Cottage and if so has been modernized and set up to a high standard. Very quiet and private, an ideal getaway for a couple, within 5 minutes of the outskirts of Napier makes it a handy location for most activities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The property is great but Bookabach is poor

The billing was inaccurate and difficult to understand. I don't understand why I have to pay the full price some time (is it two weeks) before. I will avoid Bookabach when possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Cottage

This is a great property and the cottage is ideal - thanks Mel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

A very relaxing break from everyday life. Weather turned out to be crap but a pleasant stay in spite of the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome escape

The cottage and surroundings were stunning. The pool was a life-saver after super hot Hawkes Bay days and local bike rides. Wish we could have stayed longer than our 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent spot

Very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location, lovely hosts

Couldn’t have wished for anything else. A beautiful and quiet location and perfect for a short break in central Hawkes Bay. Many thanks to Melissa and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by mellie439

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Why they chose this property

Peaceful, rural location set in the beautiful grounds of historic Omarunui Homestead. This beautiful old home has so much character and the large garden with it's mature trees is a special part of Hawkes Bay to live in.

What makes this property unique

Located on the banks of the Tutaekuri river
Waiohiki Golf Course is a 2 minute drive down the road
Easy access to the Rotary cycle/walkway tracks (directly over the road from the property)
Mission Estate and Church Road Estate Winery's a 10 minute drive
The Gimblett Gravels wine growing area is a 10 minute drive along state highway 50
Napier - the Art Deco capital is a 15 minute drive
Pettigrew Green Arena 5 minute drive
HB Showgrounds - Horse of the Year a 15 minute drive (We can offer grazing for your horse, please enquire for details)
HB Showgrounds - Sunday morning Farmers Market


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