Escape to the tranquil Mt Somers village and unwind at this charming cottage. Enjoy serene views of the night sky, explore local gems like the quaint library, restaurant, tavern and jewellery shop. Discover beautiful walks along Woolshed Creek or challenge yourself on the Mt Somers Track.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Somers holiday cottage
Our cosy little cottage is in the heart of the beautiful quiet Mt Somers village, with amazing views of the night sky all for free. We have a General Store, Local Garage, Quaint little Library, a Restaurant, Tavern and a Jewellery shop. Mt Somers is the gateway to the Hakatere Conservation Area which consists of Lake Clear Water, Lake Camp and Lake Heron to name just a few. We have many beautiful walks in the area such as Mt Somers Track for the intermediate to advanced trampers, and for those who want a gentle easy walk there is the Nature trail along Woolshed Creek. A short distance from Mt Somers Village is "Endoras" or Mt Sunday the capital of Rohan was built in the year 2000, where a large part of Lord of the Rings was filmed, although the buildings were removed you can still look for footprints on Endoras. On a fine day there a beautiful view to be had from the top,. For your winter enjoyment we are 35km from the famous Mt Hutt Ski field. Within 30 to 40 mins drive are the towns of Ashburton, Methven, Geraldine, and Mayfield where you will find great restaurants and cafes plus many shopping opportunities. The little town of Mayfield 12 km from Mt Somers hosts Overflow the most amazing Retro store with heaps of great antiques and collectables, vintage and antique glass, china, pottery and ceramics, furniture, kitchenware, and outside architectural and farm antiques on offer. Well worth a visit. A 20 min drive gets you to Methven with its restaurants and pubs. You can also go the Opuke Thermal Pools and Spa for a relaxing soak or massage, a fantastic way to finish a day. They also have a cafe where you can purchase some delectable treats. In the winter months there is also the New Improved Stavely Ice rink for skating and curling. The Sharplin falls reserve is once again open with its new walkways and bridges well worth the trip, Special conditions: The cottage outdoor area is shared with the property owners and all guests are welcome to relax and enjoy the gardens.
Deck area is not suitable for unsupervised small children.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$40.00 per stay); Linen (included);
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Safe
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: All Children allowed
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Mount Somers, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Methven Golf Course and Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Rakaia Gorge. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Mount Somers travel guide
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Staveley Historical and Geological Centre and within 20 mi (32 km) of Awa Awa Rata Reserve and Methven Golf Course. Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Rakaia Gorge are also within 20 mi (32 km).
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Somers holiday cottage Reviews
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It is a lovely well appointed cottage that has all you need and enjoys a great view of the hosts lovely garden. The hosts are very friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend this place to stay at and hope we get back there to do some more exploring round the area.
Perfect weekend solo escape!The cottage had all I needed for some quiet time out to myself. The hosts were brilliant in their communication too. I highly recommend the cottage and should I need to, I'll definitely be back!Thanks team!
Leonie was a great communicator. Easy checking in and cottage had everything we needed. The garden setting is beautiful and quiet. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Awesome liitle self contained, clean and well stocked studio/ bach. Our host was on holiday though despite their absence they ensured the neighbor was at hand for any hiccups so communication was magnificent. Although, a little out of the way Methven 20mins and Stavely 10mins the location suited our needs down to a "T".
Chrissie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cheri
13 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage is set in a beautiful garden. It is well appointed and has everything we could have wanted and was the best of all our stays in New Zealand. If we return to NZ we will definitely revisit Somers Holiday cottage.
We absolutely loved this cottage. It has everything you could possibly need. Very clean and tidy, cosy and warm, great location too. We can't wait to book again.
The house is warm and cozy, set in a beautiful garden. Be sure to check out the 'Secret Garden' along the edges of the main garden! We stayed just 4 days, but were able to hike nearby everyday!
Everything was perfect. It was everything we expected - well presented, well stocked, very comfortable self contained accommodation. What was even more impressive was the large beautifully tended surrounding garden area. Highly recommended.
Absolutely perfect for us. We were very comfortable here and had all we needed. One of the most comfortable beds we had ever stayed in away from home. Excellent communication with the host and a friendly interaction. Would most definitely stay again!
My Husband and I truly enjoyed our stay here. It was a nice break from the hustle and bustle of our trip. We were able to relax enjoy the gardens and do much needed laundry. The Austin’s provided everything you can think to need! If you plan to cook purchase before you arrive because there’s no grocery store in this sweet little village, though you might enjoy a dessert from the local general store!
This lovely cottage has old school kiwi charm, simple but comfortable, well equipped and close to some good walks and Mt Hutt ski field. It was quiet and rural, comms with the owners were good. Everything we wanted for a 5 night stay.
The cottage had all the amenities we needed during our stay and close to our family in Mayfield as it had no accommodation there.If we had more time we would have explored the towns and the lakes around there.
This is a great place near the general store and down the street from two great little restaurants.The batch has everything you need for a short stay. I highly recommend it.BTW, if you test the internet, speedtest.net reports poor performance on Windows and Android. In reality, the performance is fine for streaming movies, music, and connecting to the internet.
Situated in a beautiful garden with a weather proof deck on which to sit and enjoy the view. Perfect for those who like to do their own cooking. This area has some good day (quite strenuous) walks with amazing views for your effort. The Mt Somers dairy has great icecreams to reward your efforts.