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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, toys, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 545 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)

STEP BACK IN TIME into our charming 1950's "grandma's cottage", a LIVING MUSEUM of a simpler era, before tvs, microwaves and computers. No WiFi, so UNPLUG and ENJOY the authentic vintage memorabilia and cosy fire.
WALK the beautiful Hari Hari Coastal Walkway or TAKE A DAY TRIP - 50 mins south to Glaciers, 50 mins north to Hokitika. EXPLORE natural HOT-SPRINGS within a short drive and walk or SOAK and STARGAZE in the cottage garden FIRE-BATH with stunning farm/bush/mountain views.

Heaps of classic books, board games, puzzles, and vintage dress-ups for those wet West Coast days.
Kid-friendly - cot, highchair, toys, swings and bikes.
An authentic cottage with old-fashioned quirks, such as woolen carpets and a bathroom just outside, through the laundry.

2 kms from Hari Hari village, in an area of great hiking, fishing, hunting, lake swimming and boating.

Natural Hot Springs in the riverbed just a 5 minute drive and 15 minute walk away - one of the Coast's best kept secrets.

Genuine West Coast hospitality from hosts who live next door but will respect your privacy.

Teapot Cottage is on the same acre property as our other (completely different and off-grid) accommodation, 'Wildside Lodge' and 100m from 'Hunters Rest', our bnb with all the mod-cons.

Special conditions:
Pets may be allowed with prior approval.

Extras: Linen (included);
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition, before you leave you are expected to: Leave the house as tidy as you found it; wash AND dry your dishes; wipe benches and stove.

Property manager

Wildside

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 484 square feet

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includes taxes & fees
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Cot, highchair, toys, puzzles and games

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Teapot Cottage Westland District
Teapot Westland District
Teapot Cottage
Teapot 50's Time Warp
Teapot Cottage (50's time warp cottage)
Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp cottage) Cottage
Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp cottage) Hari Hari
Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp cottage) Cottage Hari Hari

About the area

Map
Westland District, South Westland

What's nearby

  • Willberg Walk Trail Access - 2 min drive
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 45 min drive
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 45 min drive
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 45 min drive
  • Hokitika Gorge - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pukeko Tearooms & Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Hari Hari - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)?

As of 5 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) on 6 Nov 2024 start from AU$188.44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) located?

This family-friendly Hari Hari cottage is located on a river, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Willberg Walk Trail Access, and within 25 mi (40 km) of The Bushmans Centre and Te Wahipounamu. Ross Goldfields Information & Heritage Centre is 26.8 mi (43.1 km) away.

Teapot Cottage (50's time-warp) Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles m.

Liked: Cleanliness
The coast
We received fantastic west coast hospitality and would recommend anyone to stay. Fantastic place and hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
A great spot and very friendly hosts. Loved the record player and puzzles. Was just what we needed after a long day skiing the day before. Thank you Kath and Dan 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
The cottage was just as we expected and we were able to relax and have lots of fun dressing up as well as exploring the area. The beds were comfy and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert W.

adventure
Nice owner . Outside bathroom facilities should be disclosed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keeley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tea cup cottage 50’s party
We had so much fun- dress ups, records, outdoor hot tub, real cool hosts. Thanks guys!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Stayed here once before great hosts and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky little cottage
Great little place to stay and explore the West Coast. We had a pleasant stay at The Teapot Cottage with all its 50's memorabilia.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is exactly as described. Stove worked brilliantly with supplied firewood. Great record collection and nostalgic radiogram.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness
jc
Well worth the stop, like stepping back in time! Would recommend to anyone looking for something a bit different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect base in South Westland
This cottage was exactly like the listing, and was the perfect base for some exploring. Within easy reach of Okarito Lagoon, which is a definite must see!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very welcoming
Welcomed us by lighting the log burner and was very pleasant which made the home nice and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kristy
Absolutely loved this Bach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susannah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage, lovely host
Lovely peaceful stay in a quirky nostalgic cottage. We absolutely loved it!! The kids had a lot of fun with the retro games and toys and we especially liked the record player.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Period cottage winner
We went just looking for accommodation in the area and liked the fifties style idea. Unexpected bonuses were the choice of period costumes to dress in for dinner at the end of a fantastic day exploring, with a huge LP selection to play on the period gramophone and a fantastic log burner all wood chopped and dry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
An awesome experience
We found the cottage was warm, welcoming, very comfortable and very interesting. A big thank you to the host for the property tour, stoking the outdoor bath and assisting us whenever needed. A thoroughly enjoyable and memorable experience. Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Delightful period place, crammed with interesting details! Owner took care to ensure a good fire to warm up the place on a rainy evening.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun place in natural environment.
Interesting with lots to look at in the house.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so nostalgic and the host were premo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful place! The hosts are so nice. We had good chats. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Teapot cottage
A memorable place to stay, a great base for exploring the outdoors, with helpful and friendly hosts. The kids loved having a bath under the stars, and the cottage was well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Teapot Cottage
We really loved our stay at Teapot Cottage. Our hosts were welcoming and friendly, and the cottage was delightfully decked out with retro stuff. It felt like we had really stepped back in time. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Step back in time
Every detail of this 1950's styled house was impeccable. So much to see and explore and that is just inside the house. Loved it and the outdoors has plenty to offer also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cute cottage
The nick nacks and curios were awesome. And the fact that the kids got to play with the old toys was a great plus. Loved the location (although road was a bit loud but sleepable thru) and the hosts were very friendly and generous. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

A Cozy Getaway.
We were warmly welcomed by Kath. And she took us directly over to the cottage. Gave us a rundown with what was available in the property. Mentioned that she was readily available if we were in need of something. The hot tub was all geared up and running for our second night of our stay. Saw the natural countryside from the tub. A neat stay for a historical NZ experience. Thanks again to Kath and Dan.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky cottage step back in time
This lil quirky cottage was a step back in time, and we loved it. Great base to do the West Coast Wilderness trail (Ross to Hokitika treetop walkway). Kids loved all the puzzles, games, dolls and dress-up. We loved the old style record player - didn't even scratch the surface of the record collection. Kath was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022