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Classic Charming Cottage in Peel Forrest! Family & Pet friendly.

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Exterior
Fridge, oven, electric kettle, toaster
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Peel Forest, Canterbury
  • Peel Forest Park
    1 min drive
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
    54 min drive
  • Peel Forest Bar & Store
    4 min drive
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    46 min drive

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About the area

Peel Forest

When you stay at this cottage in Peel Forest, you'll be on a river and within a 5-minute drive of Peel Forest Park. .This cottage is 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from Geraldine Observatory and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Peel Forest Park - 1 min drive
  • Geraldine Observatory - 20 min drive
  • Ashburton Domain - 50 min drive
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 54 min drive
  • Lake Hood - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Man at Peel Forest - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peel Forest Bar & Store - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Classic Charming Cottage in Peel Forrest! Family & Pet friendly.

A perfect property for families that love the outdoors. Surrounded by the beautiful protected Peel Forest .
A modest but comfortable 1960s 2 bedroom genuine kiwi batch. Charmingly appointed, nice big verandah. Wake up to the chorus of native bird song.
A lovely log fire to keep you warm in winter. A beautiful place to unwind and enjoy nature at its best. An amazing trail right opposite the cottage. Pets welcome. Some cell phones will not work from the cottage but you will get reception if you walk/drive back towards the township. Enjoy the ambience of the local cafe.
The Kowhai river is close by. You can enjoy rafting on the Rangitata, bird watching, fishing, swimming and all outdoor pursuits close by. Geraldine only 20 mins away. Enjoy the Tui, Wood pigeons and Bellbirds whilst having a drink on the covered verandah. The serenity is amazing!
We also ask you to clean and do the dishes before you leave . Thank you.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include an electric kettle and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Kris 021383157

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: any concerns, please phone 021383157.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Registration Number Not required

Classic Charming Cottage in Peel Forrest! Family & Pet friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peel Forest
The Classic Charming Cottage in Peel Forest was absolutely brilliant and lived up to all of my expectations. The location was delightful and the accommodation very comfortable and homely. I spent four lovely days at Peel Forest surrounded by bird-song and exceptional woodland scenery. I would recommend this holiday cottage to anyone who just wants to get away from city life, and to enjoy the real outdoors. This is true New Zealand.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Such a delightful cottage- cosy, cute and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and tranquillity
We loved our stay at this gorgeous kiwi Bach in Peel Forest. Highly recommend to fellow travellers. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Surrounded by bush and listening to the birds sing in the trees is so peaceful. An easy place to relax and enjoy nature around you. Walks amongst the forest at your doorstep. The house itself was so cute! Perhaps a few more plates/bowls etc in the kitchen and the beds weren’t the most comfy. Perhaps toppers would be an easy solution. Despite this, we would love to return to the peace and tranquility of this lovely spot. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo P., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
Bird joy
Birdsong is amazing, forest on the doorstep with some huge remnant trees that you dont see very often in NZ sadly. Cute batch perfect place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic Kiwi Bach In The Bush
Would totally recommend this bach. We had a wonderful stay. The place was spotless when we arrived, and organising access was nice and easy. It’s located directly opposite a beautiful bush walk which was great to explore when we first arrived , and there are plenty more tracks within walking distance. As per the listing it’s a simple and down to earth setup which was exactly what we were looking for
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic gem
Has a very rustic feel, a little Bohemian... But nice. Great fire. All the facilities you need, although internet would have been nice (for the daughter...). Peel Forest great for walks (and there is one walk entrance 20 seconds from the house), although DoC prohibits any dogs to walk in them (for understandable reasons, although one would think on-leash would be OK). Anyhow that's not the hosts fault! Very, very quiet. The garden is a bit unkept, fitting in with the surroundings, but a bit of maintenance would make it more attractive to sit in. It was lovely to stay here as the property was as advertised – I cannot say the same for other Bookabach properties. Before staying here, we stayed at a “Cottage” in Windwhistle (the Granary) that turned out to be 2 cottages conjoined by a paper-thin wall. Very noisy - neighbours clumping up and down creaky stairs next door, talking (you can hear everything), being woken up (at night and morning). Awful. Clients should be aware that once you pay and refunds are no longer easily accessed, it becomes really difficult to call/email Bookabach/VRBO. It's as though they don't want to communicate once you arrive & find problems (often difficult to realise problems before arriving...). Read reviews closely before booking... This does not apply to this Peel Forest property – it was very nice and no “surprises”. Recommended for peace-lovers.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hamish M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
Nice country cottage. Nothing fancy, but just what we needed to connect as a family and enjoy the nature. Wonderful birdsong. Wee bit of baby proofing needed though
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shabby Chic Character
Every need is anticipated in this lovely wee character- filled bach. As winter guests, we especially appreciated the hot water bottles, warm feather quilts, the fire laid ready on our arrival. Such a funky, quirky place: wins an award for the most incentive and helpful use of an old dolls carriage ever! So special to be in the actual forest, and one of the tracks actually starts literally across the road. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this sweet cottage in Peel Forest. The place was toasty once the log burner was lit and despite the ground outside never thawing while we were there, we were warm and cosy. The cottage has everything you need and Kris is a great host. We enjoyed bush walks, cafes in Geraldine and toasting marshmallows on the fire. We hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Kiwi Bach
The property was quaint, clean and cosy (when the fire was on). The owner was very easy to communicate with. The house sits among the trees and the sound of the birds is lovely, however, this does make the cottage quite cold and dark. I imagine it is glorious in the warmer weather. Thank you Kris for being a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic retro crib
Beautiful! Cool wee retro crib in paradise. Nice n warm place with fire cranking, birdsong is incredible, nice walks, will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect batch in the bush
We had a wonderful time in this batch. Its located in the bush, opposite amazing tracks. The batch had everything we needed, we took miss 9 and mr 12, and they loved it. Communication was easy, and batch was spotless. Great memories made from this break. Many thanks kris.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo P., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss
Love a real bach and it was. Yes modest but very comfortable super cosy with the fire. Beds comfy everything you need to chillax. What a wonderful location bush and birds immersion. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquillity
Really enjoyed our stay. Peaceful and quite. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely cottage
Had a lovely relaxed stay, had everything we needed. Sacha our dog enjoyed her garden. Loved listening and watching the birds and pigeons.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic cottage
Loved the old style of the cottage and the log burner. It was pretty awesome with the nature birds and bush, waking up to the birds singing don’t get that in the city. Loved hearing the rain on the roof, and comfortable spring beds, definitely don’t see them around much oh and drinking proper water without the disgusting taste like in Chch. Would love to go back some day. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gateway to Peel Forest
Our stay was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham and Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay
We found the house very comfortable and warm with having the wood burner. Beds were good and a useful kitchen. There was a good stock of wood for the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esther D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
We had a really lovely stay in the bach! It was private and cosy. The house seemed cool at first but warmed up to be really snug with the fire. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boys Fishing
Booked a 3 generations fishing trip and loved the place. Is warm and cosey and a true kiwi batch. Everything you need and nothing you dont. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Richard G.

65th birthday surprise
Great place to unwind. Loved the setting and the décor but the bed was a little too bouncy! Please check the warming draw of the cooker. Could have done with some more bowls. We will be back some time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Great log burner and peaceful setting
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Great stay, super cozy with the fireplace. Had a lovely time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Lovely little spot and it was such a relief having the dogs with me. :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
I loved the location on the edge of the forest and the fact there is no tv and our dog could come with us. It rained most of the time we were there but it didn’t stop us getting out there in the wet knowing we had a warm cosy home to come back too 😋 It could do with a couple more bowls for our family of five
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023