Gate Keepers Cottage

Location: 155 Grehan Valley Road, Akaroa, nz

Star Rating: 9.3 Stars

Property Type: Holiday homes

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Electric bicycle charging station
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• Express check-in/check-out
• Soundproof rooms
• Non-smoking throughout
• Adult only
• Outdoor furniture
• Invoice provided
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Fishing nearby
• Electric bicycle charging station
• Paddle boating nearby

Rooms Available

• One-Bedroom House

  Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home is consisted of of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this holiday home also offers soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Semi-detached
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Fruits
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window

Guest Reviews

• CathieP (9/5): Great spot off the main roads - I loved the amazing bird song when we stepped out if the car, close enough to town to walk but far enough to be well away from it all. We couldn't figure out the TV, but hey.....we didn't need it
• wooby (10/5): -
• Nola Nicholson (10/5): - Gardens were beautiful. Cottage was lovely with the loft rooms. So quaint. Fruits and flowers from the garden in the room. A real gem. Everything was perfect.
• Michele (9/5): - Loved the vibe of the unit, classic country manor house vibe. Unit had separate living room on main level with access to private court yard. Location perfect distance to downtown Akaroa, with lovely views of the surrounding hills. Mature gardens with plenty of native birds, even a NZ Pigeon was spotted. Cute pond with a very old goldfish enjoying life.
• Don Borelli (10/5): - Sehr hilfsbereites Personal, mit Wandervorschlägen. Tolle Lage in der Natur etwas ausserhalb von Akaroa. Ohne Fahrzeug und mit Gepäck kann das mühsam sein. Alles bestens.
• Chris (8/5): -
• Jennifer (10/5): - Friendly arrival. Very private and extremely cute. I loved sitting in the attic bedroom listening to the birds and seeing greenery out of every window.
• Jeffrey (10/5): - Difficult to find, although I must confess to not reading instructiobs prior to arriving. So cannot say how easy it would have been had I read tgem. Nevertheless, a bigger sign on the entrance to path on tge main road would make it much easier
• Sabine (8/5): - Rustige ligging, zeer aardige gastheer en gastvrouw. Aangename bosgeluiden. Geen
• Gail (10/5): Morning bird chorus starts my day. - The fresh bread, jam and coffees were worth waking up for. The location and cottage itself were absolutely gorgeous. I could be their gatekeeper forever! Lovely,friendly folks with an playful pup. I didn't like that I had to leave.
• Gary (8/5): Suited our purpose. - Breakfast OK, but given one french loaf on arrival, and no more for a two night stay? Not much, but breakfast as above.
• Michael (9/5): Urigens Cottage mit wundervollem Garten - Die Unterkunft überzeugt durch ihren stimmigen Retrostyle und viel Charme. Das Bett ist sehr bequem, der Garten wunderschön – begleitet von Vogelgesang den ganzen Tag über. Besonders gefallen hat uns die tolle Natur rundherum und die ruhige Lage. Zur Begrüßung standen Baguette und Obst bereit, was wir sehr aufmerksam fanden. Uns hat es richtig gut gefallen. Hier nur 3 kleine Wünsche, denn es war ansonsten wirklich toll. Ein richtiger Esstisch mit zwei Stühlen fehlt, sodass man beim Essen ein wenig improvisieren muss 😉. Der sehr große, ansonsten ausgesprochen süße Hund Bo begrüßt Gäste manchmal unerwartet stürmisch und auch mal klatschnass – man sollte also ein bisschen Hundeliebe mitbringen. Ein Moskitonetz wäre zudem eine sinnvolle Ergänzung.
• Sarah (9/5): Peaceful for a short getaway ~ Very friendly and accommodating hosts - Very friendly hosts and the cottage was very quiet and comfortable. Perfect for what we needed.
• Kristy (8/5): - Beautiful surroundings, with a courtyard and garden. Friendly owners, beautiful flowers in the cottage for our arrival. Quality breakfast options and even some fruit provided. Really enjoyed our stay. It was so peaceful and great location!
• pierre (10/5): Très agréable ! - On se sent très bien dans le logement. Cadre très joli.
• Kate (10/5): Incredibly stunning - Gorgeous property, friendly and accommodating hosts,
• Amos (9/5): Waking up to birdsong - We stayed two nights and greatly enjoyed the hospitality of our hosts (and their lovely dog). The cottage was homely and comfortable, and it was lovely waking up to birdsong every morning. Note that the bedroom is up a narrow flight of steps, so we kept our luggage down in the sitting room by the entrance. We had lovely walks up to the vineyard and met the local sheep, and the main town area of Akaroa is just a short 4mins drive away.
• malcolm (10/5): We enjoyed our 3-nights immensely and highly recommend Gatekeepers Cottage. - The overall setting is beautiful; surrounded by a lovely expansive garden and nestled in the hills of the Banks Peninsula. The most comfortable bed and pillows imaginable and with lovely linen, quality sleep almost certainly a given!
• Philippe (9/5): Emplacement à refaire en été NZ - L'accueil des propriétaires , le contact facile , les informations disponibles pour féd randonnées pédestres Une baguette de pain 😃
• David (8/5): Comfortable, clean and quiet. - Waking up to a cacophony of native bird song. Needed a brighter light in the kitchen area.
• Jodie (10/5): - Gorgeous setting, and great facilities. N/A
• Yu Chun (10/5): - Peter and Paula are super nice and friendly! We had a really good rest at their place and will definitely come back again. Their dog is also very cute!
• Kerry (9/5): Lovely quiet spot with attention to detail such as having it warm before we arrived and fresh spring flowers. -
• Krysia (10/5): Amazing - We liked everything. One suggestion is maybe instructions with the TV. S beautiful stay. See above
• Greg (8/5): -
• Murray (5/5): Average to be honest - The location was beautiful The fridge didn’t look the lights worked but the motor didn’t so our milk went off and we couldn’t chill our bubbles. Also someone had put a used teabag in tea container and the lids where broken.
• Julie (10/5): Great, would stay again. - Private location, beautiful setting amongst lots of bird life. Really comfortable bed and had everything we needed in the property to make a really enjoyable stay. There was a hiccup with our booking, we werent expected. But after contacting our host, very promptly arrived and sorted everything out. Welcomed with fresh bread, homemade jam and a lovely bowl with fruit and fresh tomatoes.
• Emily (10/5): Beautiful hosts going above and beyond to make me feel welcome - The property location was stunning. Gorgeous rolling hills and fantails everywhere. No hob.
• Jr (10/5): Exceptional - The perfect cottage. Beautiful surroundings / garden. Very private. Great warm athmosphere. Peter and Paula are the perfect hosts. 3th time for me here. I hope I can visit again. Nothing
• Sophie (9/5): Superb -
• Ashley (10/5): Exceptional - Welcoming hosts and beautiful property to explore. This was my favourite accommodation of the trip with great views and delicious bread and spreads left for us to enjoy
• Alan (10/5): Rustic character in a lovely peaceful setting. - Lovely peaceful location surrounded by bush. Well equipped with nice rustic features. The dawn chorus was amazing and such a fond memory of our two night stay in such a nice property. Nothing
• Edwards (8/5): Very good -
• Garry (10/5): Peace and charm - So peaceful. Beautiful setting. Paula and Pete had thought of everything you might need. Rustic charm . We had a car problem and they were very helpful and caring. At the top of a steep hill, no problem for us but a car is a necessity
• Jane (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful self-contained, private, and peaceful accommodation in a rural setting. We had our own private outside space with loungers and a bistro set. We were able to walk around the hosts land visiting the sheep and their very friendly dog, Beau. Easy short drive into the main area of Akoroa. Our hosts were very friendly, personable, and helpful. They made us feel very welcome . Totally recommend a stay here. Leaving!
• Tamar (9/5): Superb - Old house in the wood. Very nice host. Unique place. We loved it very much. Breakfest very simple.
• Marina (10/5): Exceptional -
• Haley (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely location, quiet, and a very nice couple renting out the cottage. The space had everything we needed, with modern amenities in an older farmhouse-style cottage.
• Lynne (10/5): Exceptional -
• Tina (10/5): Exceptional - A beautiful place up on a hill, you almost feel like in a tree house. Pitch black at night and very quiet. Very cosy and comfortable. Our hosts were very nice and friendly.
• Gregory (9/5): Superb -
• Karen (9/5): Loved it. Highly recommend. - Setting, host, privacy, quiet garden Everything was ex.
• Russell (9/5): Superb -
• John (10/5): A character home surrounded by bush in a peaceful and relaxing environment. Great hosts. - Breakfast was continental, which was well set out and very tasty. The hosts were very friendly and hospitable and looked after us very well. Nothing comes to mind.
• Denise (8/5): Great host and lovely property,Thank you - Good No t v upstairs and while we do not mind dogs.some people do not and would non appreciate a big dog jumping on them
• Roy (10/5): Paula and Peter are wonderful charming hosts of a beautiful peaceful home, just lovely. -
• Shannon (10/5): A really relaxing stay, thank you very much -
• John (9/5): Superb - Quirky, comfortable cottage, attached to main house. In country. Beautiful surrounding bush and gardens Quiet. Breakfast cereal and fruit provided. Driveway to cottage Internal stairs steep
• Alison (9/5): Superb - An amazing and tranquil location
• Colin (10/5): Exceptional -
• Tracey (9/5): Absolutely peaceful and relaxing country stay. It was so peaceful we often slept in. - Tranquil and relaxing setting. Sheep, goldfish and an abundance of birdlife. Apricots on the tree ready to eat. The little courtyard out front cough all day sunshine, it was lovely to take in the evening sun. Paula and Peter were very friendly and welcoming hosts. The lounge area is downstairs but the kitchenette is upstairs in the bedroom area. Not a biggie.
• Michelle (10/5): Holiday summer break - We had an excellent trip away, such a lovely location just out of the main centre and peaceful. Good sized rooms so we could spread out. Very friendly hosts including their dog. Mosquitoes so be sure to cover up or wear bug repellent outdoors.
• Agne (10/5): Something very special - Small and cozy stay away from city noise. Mountains and green views, lovely french city, Lovely people. Much privacy, very nice house. It was our best stay during 3 weeks we were in NZ. Place is located in old volcano crater, so it was amazing and beautiful. Many birds, lambs, walking roads, amazing views and large hares in the garden. PS- there was gold fishes in our garden pool! :)
• James (9/5): Beautiful place to stay . Comfortable and friendly. - Excellent location and facilities. Breakfast items and fruit , plus tea and coffee ready for us in our accommodation. No comment here.
• Simone (9/5): Go there - you won’t regret it - Warming welcome - Pete & Paula are an amazing couple and so friendly! Nothing - everything was perfect the way it was
• Philip (9/5): Great, very friendly lovely location and house - Continental they went out of their way to get a nice gluten free bread for my wif.
• Gilchrist (10/5): Exceptional -
• Morgan (9/5): The perfect place to rest and recharge - Location absolutely beautiful. All you hear is birdsong, and all you see is nature. Getting to sleep in the pitch black was heavenly. Not walking distance to the town, but just park at the start of the street and its easy walking from there. We were lucky to meet Peter and Paula who were lovely and genuinely care about their guests.
• Les (8/5): Very good - Loved the quietness and surroundings. Very peaceful. The hot water ran out on the second morning and my partner had to have a cold shower and we had to wash the dishes in lukewarm water.
• Jacqueline (9/5): Fabulous - Character of properu
• Karen (9/5): Superb -
• Karen (9/5): Superb -
• Christiane (8/5): Very good -
• Gill (9/5): Superb - The night skky is lovely and birdsong a dlight.Slept really well. Needs bigger hot water cylinder. A lock for outside bottom door.
• Graeme (8/5): Beautiful place in the countryside not far from town centre. Host - Breakfast not available
• Dale (10/5): Exceptional - Peaceful with beautiful trees and garden and surrounding bush with birdlife and song.
• Cole (10/5): Exceptional - We loved the place we stayed and the location! It was fabulous and so cosy! Pete and Paula are so welcoming, helpful and friendly hosts, plus have a sweet dog 😍 Really cosy stay with great facilities, nice and warm room with scenic views. 10/10 recommended and will stay again!

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