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A building with a sign reading "NUTS" and a garden with daffodils.
A kitchen with a wooden table, shelves with books and toys, and a sink.
A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a television. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.
A cozy room with a round wooden table, two sofas, and a TV.
External bath

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Whanganui
  • Place, Bushy Park Homestead & Forest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kai Iwi

This cottage places you within a 10-minute walk of Bushy Park Homestead & Forest. The cottage includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.
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What's nearby

  • Bushy Park Homestead & Forest - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Virginia Lake - 22 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 27 min drive - 19.6 miles
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 28 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Moutoa Gardens - 28 min drive - 20.0 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 31 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.

Nut Cottage

Step back in time to this 70s-inspired cottage set in its own private orchard near Bushy Park.

Enjoy the luxury of soaking in a hot bath on the covered deck, whatever the weather. Perfect for couples wanting to get away from it all, or small families. You can be completely private or wander round the working walnut farm with its extensive gardens and menagerie.

Please note that while cottage has a kitchenette, there is also a firepit and BBQ outside. In keeping with the vintage theme, the cottage has a well stocked library, plenty of board games and DVDs (sorry no wifi or TV reception). While we may not have all the mod cons but actually, that's what our guests prefer! It’s a great place to dial things back and enjoy a slower pace of life with the farms seasonal variety.

The cottage has private drive access and use of it's own orchard block, complete with hammock swinging in the shade of walnut trees. Pets are welcome, please note along with our stock we also have farm dogs. The dogs are usually working with us and are locked up at night but they will greet you when you arrive (and possibly when using the BBQ).
The cottage is heated and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a kitchen island.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

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
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

As we are a rural property, please don't dispose of wet wipes or sanitary products in the toilet
Please use the rubbish and recycle bins provided.
You are welcome to walk around the farm but please avoid going in paddocks were gates are closed.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs are welcome, but under control due to stock.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
We can provide extra external tables and seating.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: We can provide extra external tables and seating.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12.
  • Note from host: We can provide extra external tables and seating.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Kai Iwi within a short 7-minute walk of Bushy Park Homestead & Forest. You'll also find Bason Botanic Gardens nearby.

Will I be able to park at Nut Cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Nut Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette as well as a garden and a video library.

Are there hot tubs at Nut Cottage?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Nut Cottage?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Whanganui (WAG), which is 17.6 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Nut Cottage?

Yes, every cottage at Nut Cottage comes with a porch/lanai.

Nut Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was excellent, close to the beach but still remote. Very private and great for dogs with good recall.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for us to stay as we were visiting Bushy Park and Bason Gardens. Lovely bunches of daffodils in cottage was a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay, absolutely loved the wee place. Beautiful weather. Hel was very welcoming. Had a lovely bath outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the old school ambience and peace and quiet. The bonus was the wood delivered for an evening fire under the walnut trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little spot, ideal for a break, away from the modern world, to chill and get away from it all. No WiFi and can't phone reception, meaning you have to make your own entertainment - no doom scrolling here!Cooking on the open fire was fun, but the place could maybe do with a bit more in the way of kitchen facilities. But we stayed for 5 days and managed fine, and really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026