Located at the base of Te Mata Peak, my Rustic, Renovated, Roomy, Rural 1910's cottage is conveniently located within easy reach of wineries, beaches, walks/cycle tracks and 3kms from Havelock North CBD. The house surrounds are mostly peaceful and quiet. With an active array of wildlife frolicking in the orchard. Your stay is made more enjoyable with an espresso machine, a smart TV, pantry goodies, a wood fire, and yes - 2 work spaces. Te Mata Orchards supplies Bio Gro certified organic fruit when in season. Children are welcome, fur babies are welcome! (limit 2 dogs). The Cottage itself, is constructed mainly out of NZ native timbers. Matai timber has been used for the floors and the high ceilings which emit a golden glow. There are 2 roomy bedrooms and a smaller bedroom decorated in the style of the era of the house. Breakfast at the breakfast bar and watch the sun rise over the hills, lunch in the dining area or outside on the outdoor dining table. We have a BBQ for your use. There is space for children to run around and make a noise. Feel free to take the dogs for walks in the orchard. Just be mindful that it is a working orchard. Plenty of off street parking.

My name is Thomas, I'm 36 years old and I work in IT. I'm involved in making apps and using AI to enhance Māori language learning opportunities. I, along with my dad, renovated the Cottage to use as guest accommodation. My co-host Win, is available to help if needed. At the moment I live in Christchurch but my parents (Win and Ian) live next door and they are more than willing to help with anything. Please contact me through the site if you need anything.

The Cottage is located in the Te Mata Special Character Area. An area known for its beauty, wineries, vineyards and orchards. The Tukituki River is a short way away from the Cottage. While essentially in a rural location, the cottage is a short drive to many centres; 6 min to Havelock North CBD, 15 mins to Hastings, 20 minutes to Napier and 30 minutes and 20 minutes respectively to the golden sands and crisp, clean waters of Waimarama and Ocean beaches. The Cottage is also close to Arataki Honey House, Wedela Natural Medicines, Black Barn Winery and Bistro (a market and outdoor movies held here in summer), Te Mata Estate; a world renowned winery, Craggy Range Winery and their award winning restaurant. The Red Bridge Coffee shop is a short distance from Craggy Range. Well used cycling and walking tracks pass by the cottage. The tracks take you to Haumoana, Te Awanga, Hastings and even Napier.