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Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.

Cottage in Rolleston with kitchen

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Property grounds
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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Rolleston, Canterbury
  • Place, Larcomb Vineyard
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lincoln University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Rolleston

At this cottage, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Foster Dog Park and 9.3 km (5.8 mi) from Lincoln University. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV and an iron/ironing board are also available.

What's nearby

  • Larcomb Vineyard - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Lincoln University - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 18 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Hagley Park - 19 min drive - 27.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 20 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Rolleston Station - 6 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maddison Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pedal Pusher Rolleston - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Les Délices Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Golden Mile Tavern - ‬9 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.

Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.

Set in the growing town of Rolleston and is only 20 minutes to the centre of Christchurch once on the new Motorway. Rolleston has 2 Supermarkets, a variety of shops and plenty of eateries.
The 'Shepherd's Cottage' is a charming fully furnished 20 year old cottage that is suitable for older people, couples and families whose children are aged 11 upwards only.(It is not suitable for children who are younger than this).

The charge of $180 per night is for the first 2 guests. There is a $25 charge per night for each extra guest.Please make sure you enter the number of guests staying when you book. Please let us know if the accommodation booked is for a couple or 2 singles.

This delightful cottage is new but old as it was built in part using rimu salvaged from the builder's grandfather's cottage. It has been redecorated giving a nod to the late 1890's, the time when the grandfather's original cottage was built.
It was previously the family holiday home in Queenstown but was transported to Rolleston in 2020 and sited in its own section and is now set up again as a holiday home. It is fully fenced and has a colourful cottage garden. This renovated and refurbished cottage is a relaxing place to stay for a night or two while touring the South Island , or stay a bit longer and enjoy a vacation locally. It is a great base from which to visit Canterbury's attractions. The railcar to the West Coast town of Greymouth can be caught from the Rolleston Railway station for a scenic day out.

Are you older? You will enjoy the added features such as the new lounge furniture that has been tailor made to a comfortable height. The bathroom has easy access and a new higher toilet and the shallow steps to the cottage provide easy access with a handrail for safety.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens. have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens. on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$267.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.?

No, Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.?

No, pets are not allowed.