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Quail Cottage - Quaint, Cosy, Peaceful and Private

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Books
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Coromandel Township, Coromandel
  • Place, The Coromandel Smoking Co.
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Coromandel Historical Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Driving Creek Railway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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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.

Quail Cottage - Quaint, Cosy, Peaceful and Private

The cottage is close to Coromandel's arts scene, restaurants, pubs, craft shops, local attractions and coastal views. You’ll love my cosy Coromandel accommodation as the space surrounding the freestanding, old-fashioned rustic cottage affords total privacy in a beautiful orchard garden displaying a lovely rural ambiance as it backs onto bush-clad farmland. There's also a free carport for a car/boat and it's only 1 km from the town centre and areas boat ramps. My homely retreat is ideal for couples, cyclists, solo travellers, hikers, fishermen or anyone celebrating a special anniversary.

The secluded 140-year-old two room Gold Prospector's cabin-type cottage is completely separate from the host's main house, and is screened off with olive bushes and trees. Outside the cottage you'll find a small porch with some seating and an outdoor picnic table with views into the orchard, making it a great place to view the regions bird life whilst enjoying your evening meal.

The property features a wide driveway access to the cottage and the lower part of the private garden and orchard making it the ideal base to explore this beautiful upper region of the Coromandel Peninsular.

Special conditions:
Smoking is only allowed outside and away from the cottage
Not suitable for small children under 12 years old
Maximun 2 adults
It is not wheelchair friendly
The bathroom annex is a few steps away from the cottage

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$35.00 per stay); Linen included.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of The Coromandel Smoking Co.. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a balcony or patio, and a refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 1-minute drive from The Coromandel Smoking Co. and a few minutes from Coromandel Historical Museum
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Coromandel cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Check-out is 10am on day of departure. Please stop by my front door to say goodbye. Thank you.
Please leave the duvet cover on the duvet - we will remove it after your departure. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Quail Cottage - Quaint, Cosy, Peaceful and Private Cottage
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Quail Cottage - Quaint, Cosy, Peaceful and Private Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

james h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely... A quiet and unique little spot, perfect for a romantic getaway that still provides incredibly close access to the beautiful Coromandel town, all the while maintaining its rural charm.Shane was a very pleasant host and went out of his way to explain where everything was, as a safety conscious professional I was pleased to see ready access to first aid and fire safety devices, a thing oft forgotten.We were provided with some delicious freshly squeezed orange juice from one of Shane's many fruit trees which quickly became an afternoon mimosa (yum). A wealth of knowledge on the local area (and beyond), even to the point of providing his own very concise guidebook and review of local attractions which we quickly put to use.The facilities are as you would expect for a lightly renovated 100 year old mining cottage, which suited us just fine, personally I'm quite the fan of outdoor showers. My only criticism is that the bed and couch could do with an upgrade.Overall we'd happily stay again and maybe then I can finally befriend the cat.- James & Jen
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Leisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful location and good basic lodgings

We enjoyed the setting, the host was pleasant and this is a good basic facility. Shane graciously committed to addressing issues we raised with faulty items. The property description needs a lot of work to accurately reflect what is provided. While the bathroom facilities are noted to be separate there is nothing to indicate they are open-air & camp-like. The property has great potential & could really capitalise on its uniqueness with a bit of work / sympathetic decor. Pleasant overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond(Peter) B., Bayswater

Liked: Cleanliness

1880s cottage full of vsrachtrr

Great host. Be aware no tv.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

dom v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

This was a perfect setting for exploring the Coramandel. Shane was a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat

I needed a total break away and time to myself. Quail Cottage was everything I hoped for and Shane was a gracious, interesting and understanding host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therese M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful little cottage

Such a lovely stay with great amenities! Shane was very helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage!

The cottage was beautiful with so much character, books and games, and lovely options for outdoor chill areas. We spent about half our trip relaxing at the cottage as it was so homey and welcoming. Shane was inviting and as a travel magazine author had great recommendations for the very quiet town. 10/10 hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary

Nice stay for a weekend, quite and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mind blown

A surprising weekend on many levels, not least our interactions with the host. A very unique encounter.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Peter S., Hove, Adelaide, South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic Hideaway

Quirky quaint cottage, small but well provisioned. Outdoor bathroom was fine for us but would be pretty brisk in cold or wet weather. Pleasant and accommodating host. Private and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kathryn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Cottage

I liked the cottage it was cute and comfortable. There was very limited wifi and I did not enjoy having to go outside to the outdoor seating to get wifi. I wasn’t aware the toilet and shower were outside. I wasn’t too happy about that. Overall it was a comfortable stay. Best sleep had in all holidays awww bed and pillows were awesome 👏 Shane was a great host and made sure we had beautiful flowers in our room upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fanman

Excellent stay for a single or couple. Very quiet semi rural, private at back of property. Only a few minutes to town and great restaurants. Main cottage perfectly adequate. Detached toilet and shower is fun and ok but might not suit the more sensitive or private person.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Chloe H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy cottage farm atmosphere

Neat little cottage nestled amongst the trees. Stayed in Autumn so did feel the cold!! Would be fabulous in the summertime however, had a lovely time and the host was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and peaceful

Farm style peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Satisfied.

Very satisfied. no Wi-fi in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

Very nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie F., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful escape from the city

Superb, relaxing getaway in cute historic cottage. Thank you for being a wonderfully welcoming host Shane.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Lynne O.

Lovely setting

A lovely quirky historic cottage in a quiet semi-rural setting, a short pedal bike ride from the main township, that ideally suited my needs for a quiet relaxing holiday. Shane is a good host, respectful of one's privacy. There were however a few surprises like the electrics - you can only have one appliance working at a time (rather worrying), the door that has open air to all the elements and the outdoor toilet and bathroom, which is lovely on sunny days, but not so much on wet. The old camper in me was fine with it, I just would have liked to have been aware prior to making my booking. Regardless, I had a lovely stay and enjoyed exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craven A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

A great getaway. Lots to read and be in a quiet and peaceful location especially on a long weekend. Thanks for having us Shane. A quirky and well thought out cottage too. Cheers The Cravens
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

Thoughtfully appointed antique miner's cottage set in a restful garden and orchard. Shane was a great host. Tidy shower and toilet 10 steps from cottage. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Marjorie I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Charm

Charming heritage cottage set in peaceful orchard not far from town. Host is very hospitable and helpful. A slight drawback for us was the outside bathroom and toilet, as I have difficulty walking at the moment. Otherwise, very pleasant.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

nathan m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, lovely stay

After 2 weeks of touring about the North Island I can say without hesitation that Shane’s bach is easily the most pleasant. Start with Shane; welcoming, engaging, knolwdagee, the perfect host. The grounds are simply wonderful, full of life. And the Bach itself is a quaint and comfortable place to stay. Really cannot recommend it more sincerely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful spot

The cabin was lovely and well furnished. The location was fantastic being a very short drive to Coromandel town. Shane was very hospitable and welcoming. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anaru M., Wellington, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of paradise

A beautiful property! We loved our stay and will definitely be back again. Shane was a great host with a lot of local and domestic tourism knowledge. Thanks for the book!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021