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Last Straw Cottage - Beautiful Straw Bale house in fantastic countryside.

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Kitchen area with a stainless steel sink, microwave, and ample countertop space.
Experience the serenity of the night sky from this house's tranquil surroundings, where the Milky Way shines brightly.
Enjoy a warm evening by the fire pit on the property's spacious porch.
Cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable sofa, and large mirror, opening to a balcony with a view of greenery.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat with a garden view from this charming room featuring a large window and a simple, clean design.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Nelson, Tasman
  • Richmond Mall
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Hoglund Art Glass
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)

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About the area

Brightwater

With a stay at this vacation home in Brightwater, you'll be in the mountains, and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Fossil Ridge Winery and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Richmond Mall. .This family-friendly vacation home is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Pic's Peanut Butter World and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Hoglund Art Glass.
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What's nearby

  • Richmond Mall - 24 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Hoglund Art Glass - 27 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 34 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 38 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Mapua Wharf - 43 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Villa - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kaimira Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Cellar Door Restaurant & Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant La Capilla - ‬16 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.

Last Straw Cottage - Beautiful Straw Bale house in fantastic countryside.

FIVE STAR TRIP ADVISOR RATING

Fully self contained, unique Straw Bale constructed accommodation. Very private with own garden setting, set amongst 16 acre farmlet with stunning rural views.

Relax and unwind in this romantic retreat. Ideal cottage for those who seek independence and privacy.

The cottage has a wonderful old world ambience with flowers, antiques and collectables to give a home away from home feel. Cattle, deer and sheep graze around you on the hill sides.

Easy access to the Great Taste Cycle Trail.

A short drive to Nelson city and Richmond and very central to all that the Nelson region has to offer.

Special conditions:

Long term rates provided on application

Smoking allowed outside only

Pets allowed outside only
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills and bike storage.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.

Property manager

CarolineS6

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Farming classes
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 11 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

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