Red Cottages Staveley
4323 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road, Staveley 7771 New Zealand
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Red Cottages Staveley is two boutique accommodation cottages catering for travellers wanting something romantic, relaxing and enjoyable within stunning South Island New Zealand landscapes. A romantic country getaway with a stunning atmosphere on the Inland Scenic route SH 72 between Christchurch & Queenstown. Close to Mt Hutt ski area and Methven village. Somers Cottage is a pure luxury experience and Alford Cottage is boutique and unique with an open fireplace. Many clients enjoy each cottages private twins outdoor baths while watching the amazing stars. Another highlight of your stay is the Wool Shed movie theatre. This historical woolshed is unique in its own right and the movie theatre is a very unique New Zealand experience.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Breakfast available
Golf course
Hiking
Adults only
BBQ facilities
Wine / champagne
Horseback riding
Ski rentals
Ski school
Skiing
Aerobics offsite
Archery offsite
Fishing
Table tennis
Outdoor furniture
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Bathrobes
Fireplace
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Sofa
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Walk-in shower
Private bathrooms
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
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Non-smoking rooms
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Languages Spoken
English, German
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4323 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road, Staveley 7771 New Zealand
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Stayed in lovely Alford cottage for 2 nights on weekend Hosts did not respond to text messages and later stated they were too busy. Outdoor baths lovely Lovely setting but would not stay there again
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed for two nights in October and wished we could have stayed longer. The owners offer great communication from the time of the first inquiry, and even though they are close by, we never got, or needed, to meet them given how seamless the arrival instructions were. Monty their dog did come and say "Hi" and have a pat though. The accommodation is really well thought out and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. There were numerous seating options (all very comfortable) and of course, the outdoor baths were a real hit (steering up at stars never gets old). The kitchen is really well-appointed - just bring your ready-to-eat type meals and snacks and you may not need to leave if you don't want to. The cottage is very sheltered and private too. Would definitely stay again. Can also recommend the walk up Mt Sunday, Breakfast at the Staveley Store and The Dubliner Pub in Methven.…
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Room Tip: Bring your own food and never leave!
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We had a wonderful weekend staying in the Alford cottage. A cute space that had everything we needed, a fully equipped kitchen and a very comfy bed. On our first night the weather wasn't too great so we lit the indoor fire which created a lovely, cosy ambience. The second night we watched the stars come out in the outside baths which was stunning. Each morning we made the easy two minute drive to the Staveley store to enjoy a good coffee and a scone. The cottages are close to Methven and also the many beautiful walks in the area. Highly recommend for a couples getaway from Christchurch. We loved it.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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A group of 2 couples stayed in both cottages at Red Cottages. We loved in and had such a wonderful time. We ensured we availed ourselves of all of the facilities - outdoor baths, table tennis, darts, home movie theatre in the shearing shed, roaring fires...the list goes on. Both cottages were beautiful although rather different in style and we simply enjoyed every moment of our stay. Nigel and Myriam were such thoughtful hosts, around to welcome us, unobtrusive throughout but in touch when they needed to be. The Cafe at Staveley became our new local, great coffee and food and goodies to take home. We went to ski at mount hutt and the cottage was very conveniently located for this. However, plenty of great walking in the local area. The most telling sign of a great place is that you dont want to leave the place whilst you are staying there. We stayed 3 nights and after the first night decided we wanted to stay home for dinner - it was just wonderful - local venison on the BBQ purchased from the Staveley cafe, great red wine, Lord of the Rings ( locally filmed) in the shearing shed, blankies and a roaring fire. What could be better? I would HIGHLY recommend a stay at this great little place with wonderful hosts. Thanks to Myriam and Nigel for creating and sharing such a super wee spot.…
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Date of stay: July 2020
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We've stayed in hundreds of places travelling the world, caves, shacks, hostels and sometimes a bit more upmarket and Alton Cottage at Red House in Staveley has got to be in our top 5. A delightful well furnished cottage with very comfy bed and fab open fire, but the star of the place is the woolshed cinema. The outside baths are pretty special too. Give yourself a treat, stock up on food, wine and bubble bath and chill out.
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Date of stay: June 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from RedCottagesStaveley, Owner at Red Cottages Staveley
Responded 30 Jun 2020
Thanks you Joy for the amazing review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Regards Myriam and Nigel
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Perfect cottage after a day exploring the local area. Very private.Cozy fire. Outdoor bath for star gazing. Comfy bed. We just didnt have time to watch a movie in the old woolshed.We will have to return
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Date of stay: June 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 30 Jun 2020
Thanks you for the amazing review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Regards Myriam and Nigel.
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Myriam & Nigel could not have given us a better welcome, with the `welcome sign ` with our names on the cottage door & the lovely bottle of bubbly on the table for us. We had the smaller Red Cottage which was ideal, compact, but plenty of space for two guests, all amenities & both private & very quiet. The old sheep shearing shed cinema was good fun, we went three nights running. & finished all the pop corn! We passed on the two outside baths behind, but these would be great fun for many guests. Lovely local scenery, a very nice quality Restaurant (Stonechrubie) in Mt Somers, also a very friendly local (500m) cafe. All this combined with Nigel & Myriam being on hand, but never at all intrusive, they left us to enjoy ourselves, made this a lovely time for us both. We would most certainly look to return again, when we can. Many thanks to Nigel & Myriam.…
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Date of stay: February 2020
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We had the most wonderful mini break staying in the Red Cottage. Everything was perfect – the well considered lighting up the path, the heated and welcoming cottage with a super fancy double sided fireplace, the candles to light whilst having a wine in the outdoor twin baths watching the stars, a huge super comfy bed and then waking up to the stunning views of the sheep and cows in the next door paddock with the mountains rising up behind, and a delicious breakfast spread. Myriam and Nigel were absolutely perfect hosts. This had been on our wish list for ages and I can’t imagine why we took so long – we’ll definitely be back sooner rather than later!!
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Date of stay: September 2019
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This is our third stay. We've tried both cottages and that have their own spirit, but the standout is the quality of the experience. Miriam & Nigel leave their special mark on every moment of your stay. From the creature comforts of genuine candles to the healthy an generous breakfast to the soaking outdoors under the stars you will love it hear.
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Date of stay: September 2019
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Room Tip: There are two cabins, one rustic cottage and one new pimped cottage. We've tried both and...
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Stayed for 2 nights in the new cottage, and we had such a lovely time. Very warm cottage, every appliance we could hope for, super comfortable bed...the outdoor baths were really amazing - even though it was cold outside, we lay in the baths for ages and stared at the stars! Myriam was a fabulous host - a lovely welcome, beautiful cheese platter and breakfast items for our stay. We also really enjoyed watching a movie in the woolshed, such a different experience. We had a great weekend, using our cottage as a base to explore the area around - particularly Lake Clearwater and surround. I would thoroughly recommend Red Cottages for a weekend stay if you want something just a little bit special!
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
US$174 - US$269 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandCanterbury RegionStaveley
NUMBER OF ROOMS
2
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Frequently Asked Questions about Red Cottages Staveley
Which popular attractions are close to Red Cottages Staveley?
Nearby attractions include Mount Somers Track (3.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Red Cottages Staveley?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a golf course.
Which room amenities are available at Red Cottages Staveley?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher.
What food & drink options are available at Red Cottages Staveley?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Red Cottages Staveley?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Red Cottages Staveley?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and German.