At Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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)
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Next to a golf course
On a river
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events 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
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
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 and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Puketapu travel guide
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).
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Gorgeous cottage set in spacious rural Hawkes Bay garden Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 119 reviews
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Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Gay
27 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Weather was not suitable for swimming otherwise we would have used it, it looked very clean.
Gay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Renata
7 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely and quiet close to everything clean I would stay again no worries
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!
The most beautiful cottage in a stunning garden. High quality furnishings and bedding and extremely clean. The kitchen very well equipped and the communication with the owner was great. Would highly recommend. Thank you for sharing your wonderful slice of paradise with us.
Bo L.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Leanne
9 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the little cottage, nice and quite but handy to everywhere that we were going. Highly recommend
Just really enjoyed our time there, particularly our breakfasts on sunny verandah. Beautiful gardens.
Val S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon
6 September 2022
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.
Sharon
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Dale
9 December 2022
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.
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.
Totally wonderful. Quiet, private, has everything you need and more ( use of owners pool!). Charming owner Melissa who has maintained a very beautiful garden.
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!
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.
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.
It was a nice and quiet place to stay, very relaxing. Property met our requirements, would happily stay again.
Paul R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angus
24 April 2022
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.
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
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.
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.