Ten Wild Ducks Waipu Cottage Sea View

Back after long term tenant - renovated railway cottage in tranquil setting 10 minutes from Waipu village overlooking Waipu Cove, view of sea & headland. 4 hectares of native bush & established gardens . Giant Puriri trees attract native bird life. Our homestead is named Te Ara Kereru 'The flight path of Kereru'. Cottage paths lead to ponds and a dam that feeds the property and paddocks. Originally home to local Artists inc. Patsy of Waipu tiles. A place to retreat to write, paint or relax The space A relaxed space, no long list of rules . Cottage garden fully fenced. Spray free & organic. Butterflies, birds & moths in garden, like Owl moth or Monarchs. Comprises of 2 seperate rooms, a full kitchen, showroom, narrow sunroom and laundry. You are welcome to explore the gardens and paddocks, feel free to pick flowers, herbs and something from the veggie garden. cottage funds restoration of native habitat (1/3) and orchard. Hosting is not our main job. The cottage is clean and newly renovated, with great quality linen and a quiet fridge. if you are super fussy about receiving top spec hotel accommodation & services then maybe book a hotel. Bread and seasonal fruit is offered when we are around, which is most of the time. Guest access Guests can use any space on the property except for the owners' villa & fence around it. We can give a guided walk through hundred years old Forrest to help you find your way. Room for extra tents too, just let us know. Conservation is important to us so if you fancy planting a tree or learning about predator control then bring some sturdy footwear and we will supply everything else. We are supported by local piroa trust conservation group. Other things to note Property is fenced however it has a dam outside cottage fence and ponds so toddlers must be supervised. Dogs welcome, on lead outside cottage garden to protect quails & ducks. We have many birds including Tūī, Morepork, kingfishers and Kaka