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$375 / night
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Eliza's Garden Cottage - Luxury Vineyard Cottage – Home 3740292 House

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 6 sleeps
  • 4 nights min stay

Eliza's Garden Cottage - Luxury Vineyard Cottage – Home 3740292

  • House
  • 3 bedrooms
  • sleeps 6
  • 4 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Nearest beach 16 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child Friendly
  • Car advised
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

LUXURY VINEYARD COTTAGE WITH PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL

A charming, private vineyard cottage set amongst a beautiful established garden that has been furnished with luxury and comfort in mind. The garden opens directly onto 100 acres of vineyard.

WINNER GOLDEN PIWA 2016 - BEST HOSPITALITY IN NEW ZEALAND

BRAND NEW KITCHEN AND BATHROOM WITH ALL LIVING AREAS REFURBISHED.

HEART OF THE WINERIES

You will be in the midst of Marlborough's world famous wine region with wineries such as Cloudy Bay on your doorstep. The Marlborough Sounds is fifteen minutes by car and Blenheim five.

FREE WIFI, FULL SKY TV

Extensive media library of books, magazines,classic DVD's and CD's. The pantry and laundry are filled with all the essentials to get your holiday started. The newspaper is delivered daily.

GOURMET BREAKFAST

Full country breakfast provisions - bacon, eggs from our free range chickens and all homemade bread, granola, yoghurt, poached fruit and preserves form our organic orchard are provided.

TASTE THE VINEYARDS PRODUCE

A chilled bottle of the vineyard's award winning Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc will await your arrival.

SLEEP AND RELAX

You will sleep like a baby in top of the range luxury beds dressed in crisp white linen and goose down.

MASTER CHEF EQUIPPED KITCHEN

The kitchen has every necessary item for the budding Master Chef with a variety of fresh herbs growing in the kitchen garden.

OUTDOOR PLAYTHINGS

In addition to the pool the acre of garden and expansive lawn are filled with games swings and loungers. Bikes are also available.

WARM AND TOASTY

The fire (with copious free firewood and kindling) provides ultimate winter cosiness with extra warmth provide by a heat pump. The fire will be lit and awaiting your arrival in winter.

HUNT AND GATHER

An abundance of fruit trees including passionfruit, strawberries, apples, peaches, feijoas and every type of citrus are available for you to harvest in season - and no matter what the time of the year something will be in season.

Eliza's is much more than a simple holiday house. Most guests never want to leave.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • High chair

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
    Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
    Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds
  • 1 Full bath

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Climbing frame
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Interaction with guest

I live next door but that's a farm next door! I'm there to help if necessary and I to show you around the vineyard and farm. My garden has been awarded 5 stars by the New Zealand Gardens Trust which you're free to wander around. I'm also respectful of my guests privacy and it's your needs that are most improtant to me..

Policies

Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

Pets have to bring their own beds and sleep on them! Eliza's is not suitable for parties other than small dinner parties. We lavish love on Eliza's and expect our guests to treat the house with respect.

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About the owner

Wendy P.
Calendar last updated:
22 Mar 2024
Years listed:
12
Based in:
New Zealand
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Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
49 reviews

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“Beautiful place”

Reviewed 18 Feb 2021

The cottage was so homely and massive for a couple. Great location close to town and the vineyards. We had a lovely fire one night as it was a little chilly. Amazing breakfast supplies and the house h… More

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“Perfection Personified”

Reviewed 18 Nov 2018

Everything about Eliza's Garden Cottage is perfect. The cottage itself is immaculate with modern furnishings and vases filled with gorgeous flowers all around. Robes and toiletries are provided. … More

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Response from the owner Thank you Ruth for being such excellent guests. I would love it if you and David do return soon!

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“Excellent stay in a stunning location”

Reviewed 18 Mar 2018

Our stay in Eliza's Garden Cottage proved to be our favourite find in New Zealand. The cottage has a wonderful welcoming feel and the gourmet breakfast provided by Wendy topped off a wonderful e… More

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Response from the owner Thank you Marg for this lovely review and being such perfect guests! I really enjoyed meeting you and your Quebecois friends.

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“Best accommodation on our trip!”

Reviewed 19 Feb 2018

Stayed at this beautiful location with our daughter and her husband. Wendy as well as Rachel made it a great stay. The garden was beautiful. We enjoyed the pool the first day, and the breakfast items … More

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Response from the owner Thank you Robbie! It was a great pleasure meeting you all and thank you for leaving Eliza's in such immaculate condition. I hope we will see you our way again.......

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“Superb!”

Reviewed 24 Jan 2018

Wendy is a fabulous host in a picture post card location. Supreme privacy and views of vines and mountains to die for. A great welcome from Wendy with eggs from her hens, home made jams and home grow… More

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Response from the owner Thank you Carl - it was lovely meeting you and I hope we meet again.

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“Is this the best self catering stay in New Zealand?”

Reviewed 14 Nov 2017

We have travelled to New Zealand seven times for a 4-5 week stays, going to many different locations on both islands. Almost everywhere we have stayed in a cottage or apartment where we can cook for … More

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Response from the owner Thank you Pat! It was such a pleasure meeting you and John.

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“Great.”

Reviewed 25 Oct 2017

Supplied beautiful jams, bread and condiments. Gardens very pretty. Totally relaxing. Would recommend to anybody.

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Response from the owner Thank you Owen! Hope you are enjoying the North Island.

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“A fantastic stay!”

Reviewed 4 May 2017

We loved our stay at Eliza's garden cottage, Wendy has truly thought of every detail. From the freshly made breakfast ingredients to the pre-cut firewood it was one of the real highlights of our … More

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Response from the owner Thank you David. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family! I would love to have you back. Come when the boys can enjoy the pool.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Fabulous Place to stay in Marlborough”

Reviewed 24 Oct 2016

Staying at Eliza's was a treat from start to finish, from the moment we walked in we were surprised at the added extras that our host Wendy had included to make our stay so relaxing and special. … More

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Response from the owner Thank you Teri!

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“Heavenly”

Reviewed 10 Oct 2016

What a wonderful place to stay. Wendy has created an excellent home for visitors: there is nothing wanting. She made sure we had plenty of breakfast provisions, especially since we were arriving late … More

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Response from the owner Oh Beth! Thank you! It was lovely meeting you all and I'm very glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back some time! wendy

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Wendy (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Wendy (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Wendy (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Wendy the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Wendy (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Wendy (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Wendy (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

Find out more about booking safely.

How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Wendy (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Wendy (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Wendy (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Wendy (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Wendy (the owner) a message.

If Wendy (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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