10/10 Excellent
Sally C., Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
3 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house!
Sally C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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Kea Cottage - perfect South Island ski base or tranquil summer retreat
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6430.6 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Methven, Canterbury
- Methven Golf Course
- Mount Hutt Skifield
- Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa2 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bunkroom bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Kea Cottage - perfect South Island ski base or tranquil summer retreat
Stunning architect designed house with wonderful views of the mountains.
Modern, spacious, open plan renovation completed in June 2019.
Warm, comfortable and furnished to a high standard. Room for all the family.
Relax in front of the log fire and take in the view.
Perfect ski base, relaxing retreat or weekend country getaway.
Wifi included
Keep toasty warm with heatpump and logfire. Huge ranchsliders maximise the views and bring in the sun.
Enjoy an evening drink on the huge deck.
Modern, spacious, open plan renovation completed in June 2019.
Warm, comfortable and furnished to a high standard. Room for all the family.
Relax in front of the log fire and take in the view.
Perfect ski base, relaxing retreat or weekend country getaway.
Wifi included
Keep toasty warm with heatpump and logfire. Huge ranchsliders maximise the views and bring in the sun.
Enjoy an evening drink on the huge deck.
Property manager
candon997
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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 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
About the area
Methven
Located in Methven, this holiday home is in the mountains. Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven Golf Course 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. Waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Methven, Canterbury
What's nearby
- Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Rakaia Gorge - 14 min drive - 19.8 km
- Rakaia Gorge Walkway - 16 min drive - 22.3 km
- Ashburton Domain - 30 min drive - 40.3 km
- Lake Hood - 48 min drive - 52.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Dubliner - 16 min walk
- Primo E Secundo - 12 min walk
- The Brown Pub - 13 min walk
- Thai Chilli Methven - Restaurant - 13 min walk
- Craft @ Arabica - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ruth R.
7 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of our favourites
Ruth R.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jodi B.
9 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whānau Long Weekend
Jodi B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ruth R.
2 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return to Kea
Ruth R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey P.
17 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Jeffrey P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica D.
6 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a weekend getaway
Jessica D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
David C.
30 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect again
David C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Glenis T.
10 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piece of paradise
Glenis T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
21 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and comfortable Home
Karen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maria S.
27 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Go Again
Maria S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
David C.
1 Nov, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable modern bach
David C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
8/10 Good
Ruth B.
13 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern warm cosy property
Ruth B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chloe W.
24 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tidy, warm and modern house
Chloe W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Charisma B., Christchurch City, New Zealand
6 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Beautiful and Modern Place!
Charisma B.
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine D.
28 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for the 6 of us. Loved the view and the house. Couldn't have asked for better.
Jasmine D.
10/10 Excellent
Ruth R.
18 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for Canterbury Plains
Ruth R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
janine s.
15 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday in Methven
janine s.
8/10 Good
Vivien H.
13 Oct, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Views from lovely house
Vivien H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
jean-francois p.
12 Sept, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place close to the mountains
jean-francois p.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
About the host
Hosted by candon997
We have owned Kea Cottage since 1992, when we bought it for family weekend skiing. We used it most weekends every winter right through until our sons left home in the early 2000's. Our sons are now married and we have grandchildren, and it became obvious Kea Cottage was too small for everyone to fit. We therefore set about extending and renovating and we now have a wonderful modern holiday house which will accommodate the whole family as the grandchildren learn to ski.
Why they chose this property
Kea Cottage has space for all the family. Quiet setting on the edge of town with dramatic mountain views.
A place to relax and re-charge. Methven has a laid back rural atmosphere and is a small friendly community.
A place to relax and re-charge. Methven has a laid back rural atmosphere and is a small friendly community.
What makes this property unique
Methven now offers the new (2022) Opuke Hot Pools & Spa with family and exclusive options. Spa facilities available - check out online. https://www.opuke.nz/bookings
Languages:
English, French
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