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Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage

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Relax on the covered porch with a wooden bench and picnic table, surrounded by lush greenery and a forested hill.
Situated on a serene grassy slope, this single-story building offers a secluded retreat amidst a well-maintained lawn and trees.
Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, bunk bed, and sofa, perfect for a compact stay.
Situated in a rural setting, this cabin features a cozy front porch with a bench and picnic table.
Cozy room with a bunk bed, sofa, and TV, offering a view of the outdoors and a unique decorative touch.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage

Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this holiday home. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges and microwaves.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

AntoniaRa2

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Kitchen

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Note from host: All pets must be on a leash and bring a carry cage

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Have a highchair and Portacot

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Note from host: You may pitch up a tent for additional space.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage Private vacation home
Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage Queen Charlotte Sound

About the area

Map
Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 120 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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Historic Former Whaler's School Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Whekenui Bay is a magical location with fascinating history, many activities or a great place to just relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Stunning location, lovely hosts, farm animals, hill walks, blue pearls and a bit of history - perfect ingredients for the most relaxing, fun catch up with the family! We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10

What an amazing weekend with fantastic hosts , special memories and great location . Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

We came over from mana on our yacht and stayed over at whekenui to ride out foul weather...mike and Antonia gave us a mooring..transport to and from our yacht and more they were lovely to us...it was an excellent boatie stayover..thanku !! :))
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

Wonderful hosts and a wonderful location. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10

Great stay with lovely people for instant unwinding
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10

Dear Antonia and Mike We enjoyed your hospitality from the first day on. Already the mailboat cruise to your place was very impressive and the kids loved it a lot. We felt immediately at home in your cosy school cottage. All the more as you, Antonia, also involved the children from the first day on in feeding the animals, collecting eggs or walking the dogs. Mike, thank you for all the tipps and tricks around the fishing and for providing us great fish, as we weren't so succesful. It's just a pitty you do live on the other side of the world. We'd be there every year!! A big hug from all of us :-)

10/10

Awesome accommodation for our family. Great boat access and mooring. Antonia and Mike are fabulous hosts. Perfect relaxing place with walks, boat trips, paua farm tours and pony and puppy visits :-)