I am not a fussy person, I have given 5 star reviews to 3 star properties IF I feel that they provide outstanding value for money. That is definitely not the case with this property however. We stayed in a 2 bedroom family cottage for 2 nights for $340 a night so I had reasonable expectations. First the positives: The beds were comfortable so we slept well, the pool was great (being the middle of summer) and the setting was nice. Now the negatives: For a "family" cottage, at that price, I would expect an oven, possibly a dishwasher (at least a dish drawer) and even a washing machine and clothes dryer. I stay in apartments all across NZ and the world and have these amenities in my room, for a lesser price than this. The shower head was filthy, caked in mold and clearly had not been cleaned in a long time. It was not a nice experience to shower under that! Then there were more minor gripes, like the saucepan handles being loose and felt unsafe to hold with hot liquid in them, the bedside lamps didn't appear to have switches on them (not obviously anyway). Upon checkout there was no one to be found to discuss these issues, let alone pay the account. I had to pay it online after I left the property. For $340 a night I would not stay here again.

I am not a fussy person, I have given 5 star reviews to 3 star properties IF I feel that they provide outstanding value for money. That is definitely not the case with this property however. We stayed in a 2 bedroom family cottage for 2 nights for $340 a night so I had reasonable expectations.First the positives: The beds were comfortable so we slept well, the pool was great (being the middle of summer) and the setting was nice.Now the negatives: For a "family" cottage, at that price, I would expect an oven, possibly a dishwasher (at least a dish drawer) and even a washing machine and clothes dryer. I stay in apartments all across NZ and the world and have these amenities in my room, for a lesser price than this. The shower head was filthy, caked in mold and clearly had not been cleaned in a long time. It was not a nice experience to shower under that! Then there were more minor gripes, like the saucepan handles being loose and felt unsafe to hold with hot liquid in them, the bedside lamps didn't appear to have switches on them (not obviously anyway). Upon checkout there was no one to be found to discuss these issues, let alone pay the account. I had to pay it online after I left the property.For $340 a night I would not stay here again.

Loved the animals and playground for my son. Great place to relax.

Lovely quiet location but close to shops & restaurants. A wonderful place to stay with young kids.

I read reviews before I book and hope for the best. St Andrews Cottages was a lovely surprise. The cottage was clean, private, and self contained on a beautiful five acre property. I only wish we could have stayed longer. I highly recommend these cottages!

Awesome place, has a country setting just on edge of town and felt like home away from home.Great for families especially with young children as has friendly animals that they can pat, and also great swimming pool.Will make it my first choice of place to stay next year when down that way.

Awesome place, has a country setting just on edge of town and felt like home away from home. Great for families especially with young children as has friendly animals that they can pat, and also great swimming pool. Will make it my first choice of place to stay next year when down that way.

I stayed here for business. Absolutely loved the farm animals and got to feed the lambs. So quiet and peaceful. Room was very comfortable and clean.

Pleasant stay, neat location as it is quiet and well located for getting around.

Sent me a bill saying I had not paid my bill but had paid for it back in April!!!!!

Pleasant surroundings, however the blinds did not shut properly and as I was travelling alone I did not feel secure. Had some issues with water temperature jumping from hot to cold.

What a fabulous place! A lovely private and quiet place on the outskirts of Havelock North. The studio unit was very comfortable with lovely fittings. My son loved the pool, the trampoline and the playground....but especially feeding the goats! Highly recommended.