When you stay at this cottage in Rapaura, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Hunter's Winery and Matua Wines. .This cottage is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from St Clair Winery and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Allan Scott Family Winemakers.
Marlborough Convention Centre - 17 min drive - 11.1 km
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 20 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Tea Shack - 16 min drive
KFC - 14 min drive
Subway - 14 min drive
Whitehaven Wines Cellar Door - 9 min drive
Fidelio Cafe & Wine Bar - 15 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.
Riverbank Cottage
RIVERBANK COTTAGE AWAITS YOU.
Riverbank cottage was originally the lean-to off the main homestead. In 2002 we moved it across the garden rebuilt it and lived there happily while the homestead was renovated. The cottage faces northeast overlooking our vineyard towards the Richmond ranges. It is within a stones throw of the Wairau River.
The space Guests are welcome to a game of tennis on the court right in front of the cottage and to walk over to the river through the property. Guests can also dine both inside or out with an outside table and chairs set up on the veranda.
Other things to note The toilet is located through the back door to the cottage under the porch. The way you get to it is undercover but does require you to step outside the back porch to get to it.
Should you wish to bring your pets to stay please note they are welcome but are not allowed to sleep inside the cottage at night. This is to keep the cottage in such a condition for future guests.
We also have a cat and a speagle dog called Jack who has free rein of the place. He is great with other dogs but just something to note if your planning on bringing your pet who may not be friendly towards ours. Thank you.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 10 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
Riverbank Cottage Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jacky H.
16 May 2025
Jacky H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Becky J.
28 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage in the vineyards
The cottage is lovely, especially the exterior with views and flowers surrounding it. The interior is a bit odd with shower in one room, sink in another and the WC is actually accessed from the exterior so you have to go outside to enter it. Otherwise, the cottage is lovely and well equipped. The sunrise views are amazing and it is quiet and calm.
Becky J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Penny B.
15 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Marlborough experience
A lovely spot. The vineyards and wineries were great. Some lovely walks too.
Penny B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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