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Hill Cottage - Featherston Holiday Home

Featherston, Wairarapa (Ref. 1182985)

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher

Summary

  • Bedroom 1: Queen
  • Bedroom 2: Queen
  • Bathroom 1 with: Vanity, Toilet, Shower
  • TV
  • Outdoor Furniture, BBQ
  • Fridge Freezer, Oven, Stovetop, Microwave, Toaster, Dishwasher, Kettle
  • Washing Machine, Iron, Ironing Board
  • Off-street Parking

Linen

Our linen service will provide all sheets, pillowcases, towels, bath mats, and tea towels for your stay. We’ll also make up the beds for you prior to arrival and strip them down after your departure. Pillows and duvets are provided at the property.

The property

Tucked in the Pigeon Bush native forest, Hill Cottage is a cosy two-bedroom, one-bathroom retreat at the base of the Remutaka Ranges, perfect for nature lovers, couples, or small families. Inside, you’ll find a bright living space with large windows showcasing bush views. Comfortable furnishings and tasteful décor create a welcoming atmosphere. The open kitchen, dining, and outdoor areas make sharing meals and enjoying the fresh air easy. Two bedrooms and a bathroom provide all the essentials for a restful stay.Step outside to an outdoor dining area and BBQ, ideal for alfresco meals, with a private garden enhancing the serene setting. Hill Cottage is owned by the Native Forest Restoration Trust (NFRT), a registered charitable trust. The cottage is nestled in the heart of our Pigeon Bush native forest reserve, which encompasses almost 1200ha of threatened native forest at the base of the Remutaka Ranges. The NFRT reserve forms a vital ecological link between the Remutaka and Tararua Conservation Parks, expanding these native forest boundaries and creating a large protected corridor for wildlife. As a registered charity, we receive no regular government funding and rely on donations to support our conservation work. Every stay at Hill Cottage helps protect and restore Pigeon Bush Reserve, with all profits going directly into this work. Thank you for supporting our work by choosing to stay at Hill Cottage! If you’d like to find out more about our reserves across New Zealand, and the work we do protecting and restoring these threatened native ecosystems, please visit www.nfrt.org.nz Immerse yourself in nature’s tranquillity and enjoy the perfect blend of cosy charm, history, and outdoor adventure at Hill Cottage.

Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

Please be aware that there are security cameras, placed in the outdoor areas that will be operating for added security during your stay.

About the location

Featherston is the gateway to the Wairarapa when approached by Wellington. Birdwatchers will delight at the species of birds frequenting the wetlands. Another point of interest is the Fell Engine Museum, which houses the only Fell engine in the world, there are also exhibitions displaying the lifestyles of the early settlers.