Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre
Cottage in Nelson
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this cottage rental
Historic1860's cottage, restored and refurbished with a mixture of the past and the present. Located in Historic South Street, a vibrant community bound by the shared love of days gone by. Relax and immerse yourself in our history. www.historicsouthstreet.co.nz.
Verandah on street front, private sunny courtyard, full kitchen, open plan dining/lounge. Close to restaurants, markets, museum and galleries.
The base rate is for 2 people. Extra adults are charged at $50 per night and children at $25 per night. Please note that Bookabach don’t currently have the ability to automatically differentiate adult vs children pricing as hosts would prefer, but we can update this once the booking is in place. They are working on making discount available for children.
Verandah on street front, private sunny courtyard, full kitchen, open plan dining/lounge. Close to restaurants, markets, museum and galleries.
The base rate is for 2 people. Extra adults are charged at $50 per night and children at $25 per night. Please note that Bookabach don’t currently have the ability to automatically differentiate adult vs children pricing as hosts would prefer, but we can update this once the booking is in place. They are working on making discount available for children.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Garden
Map of Nelson
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
This little cottage is perfect. I felt very comfortable. I loved the decore and the history. I am a clean freak and I couldn't fault anything. It is central Nelson. Saturday and Sunday markets are a short walk. (Just note that toilet has to be accessed through the bathroom and laundry which may be a bother when there are 4 people) If I was to come back to Nelson I would love to stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
A friend and I stayed at Jeanettes cottage last weekend when we were part of a Drs orchestra course at Nelson Music school. It was absolutely gorgeous, clean, had everything we needed. Heated up quickly with heat pump. Chocolate bars in fridge was a lovely touch! It was within easy walking distance of town centre, and the school of music. I am booked in to stay again later this year and looking forward to it. Jeanette was lovely host and very easy to contact.
Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved this cute stylish cottage and loved the homemade jams and other generous, homely touches. So close to town too! We'll definitely be back! Thanks Jeannette. 😀
10.0 / 10.0
Such a great location! It was so lovely to be able to walk to cafes , shops and parks. We had such a relaxing stay. Astro Doggie loved it too. The bed was the most comfortable bed we have experienced in a Bach! We would love to come back! Thank you so much!😊
8.0 / 10.0
Was so pleased to stay in this 1864 cottage, it has been fully updated but is still redolent of its original history. Superbly located, a short charming walk to the top of Trafalgar street and cathedral steps. Parking was easy and it was mostly quiet except when the guy next door was mucking about with a hedge trimmer in his backyard.
Parking was easy, lots of nice amenities and great selection on the smart TV. I say it's good on so many levels because it's literally on 4 levels..tread carefully when walking to the loo in the middle of the night! Would totes stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
If you are lucky enough to stay on in Nelson, New Zealand, this property will be the icing on the cake! Very quaint and clean and the perfect location near city center. Jeanette is the perfect host and makes sure you are comfortable and you have everything you need. I’ve stayed in many VRBOs and this was by far my best experience.
10.0 / 10.0
Dillon cottage was perfect for our two night stay in Nelson The cottage came with everything we needed and is an excellent location, being a short walk from the city and the cathedral on the hill. We have no issue recommending the cottage to anyone looking for comfortable and spacious accommodation in a lovely restored cottage.
10.0 / 10.0
This was by far the best place we have stayed in during our 3 week tour of NZ. Unfortunately we have lost our parking permit
10.0 / 10.0
A great house and a very helpful owner.
10.0 / 10.0
Just wonderful. Great location for central Nelson. Easy walk to market, shopping& museum. The house itself is historically interesting yet very up to date. Great inside and in the outside garden & porch. Easy parking.
8.0 / 10.0
Property is a lovely mix of the traditional with concessions to modern living.
It felt like a walk back in time but with all the mod cons.
Nelson district is interesting and diverse.
10.0 / 10.0
A perfect home to spend a few days for us in the centre of Nelson! Located in a quiet, very special neighborhood from the early days of Nelson - with very comfortable beds, living area and outdoor patio. This will be our go-to property for any return trip to Nelson!
10.0 / 10.0
My husband and I stayed here for two nights. We wish it could have been longer! This historic house oozes charm. It is super clean, comfortable, and so well-equipped. We especially enjoyed the bowl of fruit and home-made preserves in the fridge. The house is conveniently located with many restaurants nearby. We highly recommend this accommodation.
10.0 / 10.0
The cottage on Dillon was magnificent and was all that was advertised and more! Beautiful hydrangeas were in a vase when we got there as well as some yummy chocolates. The cottage was impeccable and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Wish we could have stayed there longer!
10.0 / 10.0
My husband and I loved this beauty! It was just perfect in almost every way. We even coked a dinner but the local restaurants are so close and good it was hard to stay at home. The cute little garden yard was nice and we made use for the washing machine too. I might suggest a few more down pillows for those of us that have chronic neck issues but that is pickie of me. Thank you for the stay.
10.0 / 10.0
The Dillon cottage was perfect for us. The house was charming, immaculate and in an ideal location. Jeanette was super communicative and kind. We hope to come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Historic street and close to restaurants and shopping. Nice back patio to relax in.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved having our own space in a great location at a good price ! The home had great historical touches but still with modern amenities. We had stayed near the water before but liked being right in town near more things to do and lots of walking. The neighbourhood was quiet and friendly and the host was very helpful and quick to reply to any questions.
10.0 / 10.0
We were very lucky to stay in this gorgeous historic house, Dillon cottage. In perfect location, at the city centre.
House is very clean and cosy. With big living room and modern bedrooms with comfy beds.
For us this was the best holiday in Nelson.
Thank you for everything, and see you again next summer!
10.0 / 10.0
The cottage is adorable with everything you need! The area, particularly the street, is beautiful with historic significance. Communication with Jeannette was great and we met Kaye who lives on the street. Walked to the grocery store no problem! Would highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
More than we could have hoped for. Quiet, private and comfortable with more than the usual quota of extras (eg. a vase of fresh flowers!) and thoughtfulness that made the stay something else . Along with the novelty of the charming historical road it was so very handy to town /eateries and shopping with little need for the car.
We simply loved it .
10.0 / 10.0
We loved staying here, everything was high quality and the welcoming touches like the jams and homemade shortbread were appreciated! Close to shops and cafes in a really quiet, pretty, historical st. Our thanks to the host for making us so welcome.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely cottage complete with everything you would need and more! Very convenient for the city centre which is just a short walk away. Communication great from start to finish. Highly recommended
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the property, unbeatable location. Very nice standard of maintenance, obviously a labour of love to restore a historic property.
What made it better was the host's friendly and helpful communication when i missed the check in message, and the nice extras they left to make our stay a little better.
Highly recommended.
10.0 / 10.0
Really enjoyed our stay in this delightful well located cottage
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed for 2 nights here and were so happy. The cottage itself is gorgeous and so well presented. Hard to believe you are in the middle of the city and having it as peaceful as it would be if in the middle of the countryside! The bed is super comfy and I can honestly say there is nothing negative to say about the whole experience. We are already planning our next trip there.
10.0 / 10.0
From the moment we arrived to stay at this stunning cottage we fell in love with it. From the two roomy bedrooms dressed with lovely linen through to the spacious kitchen/lounge/dining area. Everything has been tastefully done to make this holiday home so comfortable. We just wished we could have stayed longer. Even though this cottage is in the middle of the city centre it was beautifully quiet and peaceful… very relaxing.
10.0 / 10.0
Central. Quiet. Cosy. Slept so well
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed labour weekend as family from the far north were meeting us in Nelson for a family wedding anniversary. Dillon cottage was absolutely perfect. A lovely charming cottage that's been really nicely done up and has all modern facilities and was just so comfortable and quiet. It's in a great central location close to the city centre but still a nice quiet location with no road noise etc..
We would definitely recommend Dillon cottage and would very happily stay again in the future.
Thanks for a thoroughly wonderful stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolute Gem - great location - clean and well equipped, enjoyed our stay and plan on returning for another relaxing stay 😊
10.0 / 10.0
I stayed two nights with my mum in the two bedroom cottage in Nelson - it was super comfy, and everything we needed and then some. Was so close to town but super quiet and we felt totally safe and relaxed. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here on our next visit if available
10.0 / 10.0
Great location for central city, could walk everywhere. Very clean and tidy. Thank you for turning on the lights and heating before we arrived on a cold evening, warmed up very quickly. Very pretty street and quiet too.
10.0 / 10.0
Jeanette was great to communicate with.The cottage is a lovely little place on South St, which is quiet and friendly. The outdoor area gets nice sun. Very short walk into town.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing cottage, lots of history central to town. The Catheral was cool listening to the bells ringing.
The cottage was well stocked warm, inviting and welcoming , thank you will definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Central historic warm cosy cottage well equipped and comfortable. We were very lucky to also get a later checkout as available which gave us more time to experience the lovely cafes a bit more.
Thankyou for the experience it was great and I’ll happily return.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautifully maintained cottage...kept impeccably
10.0 / 10.0
This was a wonderful cottage to stay in - cosy, comfortable furniture and everything you need. Great location close to shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay there again
10.0 / 10.0
An absolute gem in a perfect location. My daughter and I loved our 3 night stay at Dillon Cottage. The house is charming, warm, and walking distance to everything we needed. Jeanette was a welcoming and generous host and we appreciated all the thoughtful touches such as homemade jam and other provisions which made our stay extra nice. We hope to come back soon!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect location, house is ideal and perfectly furnished, the beds are comfortable and permited parking on the street was extremely convenient. Jeanette was great to communicate with and was very accommodating of our needs. We highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous property, really close to town. Everything you need for a relaxed time away. Would love to return again!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Nelson?
The average price for a rental in Nelson is R 2,536 per night. This rental is R 179 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Charming Historic Cottage 3 minutes to city centre?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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