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Cosy Nook on Derwent

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A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, a living room with a sofa and a TV, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden beams on the ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outside.
A residential area with a house, a garage, and a green lawn.
A modern two-story house with a garage, a front porch, and a landscaped garden with flowers and a stone pathway.
A modern patio with wicker furniture, a barbecue grill, and a covered area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Naseby, OTA
  • Place, Town Green
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Maniototo Early Settlers Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jubilee Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Cosy Nook on Derwent

'Cosy Nook' is a comfortable and spacious home that is located very close to the Naseby Domain and playground.

It has been freshly painted inside and out and has new flooring throughout, so is fresh, clean and tidy.

It has 4 bedrooms, each with a Queen bed.

The configuration of the rooms allows for 8 (4 couples) people to stay.

It has a private BBQ area and plenty of lawn space to lounge on. You will love the morning sunshine and the diesel heater keeps chills away in the evening.

This house will provide a lovely spot for you to unwind and you can easily walk to all of Naseby's attractions.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A family friendly home.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Dogs not to be on beds/furniture. Kennel provided.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The keys can be left under the wheelie bin in the driveway.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9399512
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Naseby

Located in Naseby, this holiday home is in a rural area. John Thomson Monument and Hayes Engineering Works are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Naseby Golf Course and Maniototo Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Naseby Indoor Curling Rink or Naseby Ice Luge. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Naseby, OTA

What's nearby

  • Town Green - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Maniototo Early Settlers Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jubilee Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Naseby Snowpark - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Naseby Indoor Curling Rink - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪2000Ft Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Forest Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Nook on Derwent pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cosy Nook on Derwent?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Nook on Derwent?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Nook on Derwent?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Nook on Derwent located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Town Green, Jubilee Museum and Maniototo Early Settlers Museum. Naseby Snowpark and Naseby Indoor Curling Rink are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kath M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family to stay had everything we need Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jemma A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy place to rent, great location, nice and warm with the heater on
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property. Close to the curling club, cafe and pub.Great spot to sit in the sun and relax
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hamish M.

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

Great stay

Great stay, would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely host, house was gorgeous super comfortable beds and warm house with everything and more you could want. Perfect location, walking distance to everything. Would highly recommend and definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place nice and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and comfortable house in a great location. Geraldine the host is friendly and helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2026
Thanks Howard. I look forward to seeing you back in a few months time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable.Would be happy to stay againThankyou - Marie
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely house. Everything you need. Fresh and bright, bedrooms spacious, heating excellent.The wine and the chocolate were a much appreciated extra thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

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

Great place to stay

House is comfortable and well appointed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us as a family and very grateful for excellent communication. House could be heated easily and was perfect for the cold nights! Beds very comfortable- hot water and kitchen well equipped to feed 8 people Thank you for a fantastic stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

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

Great location!

Excellent place to house s
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Girls Trip

Lovely, clean & comfortable… we had everything we needed & more! Such a well equipped place to stay, warm & cosy on some cold days!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adele C.

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

Loved it

Gorgeous house, we all loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard T.

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

Perfect House and Location

Fantastic, clean, tidy and nicely decorated with great outdoor area. It was perfect for 8 people, we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Wonderful house, so so clean ( the best we have every stayed at).

Biking trip with friends / great location . We will stay again , thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

Fantastic property

Excellent well presented and well equipped property. Fully fenced which was great with young children. We would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

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

Excellent

Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and clean, warm. Great comms from the host. Would definitely stay again. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla P.

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

Cozy house

Another great stay at this house. It is perfect for families - well set up, spacious, has a nice outdoor living area too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Howard T.

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

Fantastic

Had a great time, the house is perfect for what we needed and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2025
I’m so pleased that you had a lovely break at Cosy Nook. Do come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie E.

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

Excellent property

Excellent stay as usual. Comfortable house with lots of room and good area. Good communication as well
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

We’ll definitely be back!

We absolutely loved our stay at Chappies. Perfect spot in Naseby. Easy communication and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super warm. Host communication excellent. Had everything we needed and more. Definitely returning.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mel C.

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

Wonderful stay at Chappies Lodge

Spacious, warm, clean & beautifully presented holiday home. Excellent communication with Geraldine. The complimentary wine & chocolates was an absolute treat! Would definitely stay again 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Geraldine

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We are a multigenerational farming family with a love for the land and animals. We live on the far side of the Maniototo basin and have always enjoyed the relaxed vibe of Naseby. When time allows, it is a favourite spot for us to come to and unwind.

Why they chose this property

Naseby delivers on many fronts - its a beautiful alpine town, the people are friendly and the feeling is relaxed.

Languages:

English

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