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Reviews of Birchgrove Cottages

4.5 out of 5
Birchgrove Cottages
154 Pipiwai Road, Ngararatunua

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The cottage was extremely clean and tidy, and very well appointed. Little things, like extra tea towels and toilet paper in the drawers, really made it feel like a home away from home. There was a small amount of road noise during the day, but the landscaping made any traffic invisible. It was so nice to sit in the sun, surrounded by garden. An oasis in our busy week!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely place except found a pile of dead flies and cockroaches under one of the pillows of the single bed. Obviously had not been properly cleaned...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from Janette - Birchgrove cottages on 10 Jun,2021
Looking at previous reviews we find this comment distressing. We would appreciate if you could contact us to give us some more information as to when and which cottage this relates too.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Anita, Auckland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely gardens. Cottages were private. Felt like home from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gareth, Auckland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Janette was very helpful. Lovely gardens all around. Very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate, quiet, private, spacious. Beautiful outlook and gardens. Everything you need supplied. Excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful cottage in a lovely garden setting. A home away from home, and our hosts had thought of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spot on the outskirts of town, with lots of lawn and gardens surrounding a private cottage. Inside was modern and well setup for a family. Simply a wonderful experience all round
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anaru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Immaculate
Amazing. Friendly greeting. Immaculate condition. The HRV was great. Full Sky selection was the best considering the All Blacks were on. Close to town but private and lots of nature. Saw a tree full of Kupupa. Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Houss in excellent condition, it has everything you need, and feels like home
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was very clean and well stocked. Had a great heat pump to keep warm with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern as new elite accom in great setting. Great position justbout of town and home has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are only 4 cottages on this site. Very modern decor, fairly new, great kitchen, 1 bedroom with a queen and twin bed, another bedroom with a queen bed, spacious living room area. The unit has a washer and a rack for drying clothes. The outside area has a barbeque and wooden tables and chairs. Great value for the money, was there are the end of June, off season for tourism. It is surrounding by rolling grass hills, lots of room for children to play.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was beautifully furnished. It provided all the little things one needs in a home. The gardens are beautiful and the site is away from town noise. The owners were so friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like a home away from home. Everything was spotless and so comfortable, Will stay again when in Whangarei next
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet and private setting. Comfortable beds, plenty of space in the unit. Clean, tidy, modern unit. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spacious nature of the cottage, separated from others with gardens to enjoy. Outside seating and bbq. Great beds and seating in the lounge area. Full kitchen with lots of extras.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing cottage! wish we could have stayed longer
A real home away from home - so comforting and lovely. Has everything you need including a washer/dryer. Beds were super comfortable as well. The owners are lovely and ensure you are settled in and happy to provide tips about the local area. Approx a 7 min drive in to Whangerai where you can find restaurants and supermarkets. A real gem to stay in!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Too short of a stay for us!
Such a wonderful serene, restful and 'de-stressing' accommodation. Everything you could ask for and more at Birchgrove (except we missed seeing the grove of Birch trees!). Tranquil park-like grounds/setting for these individually self-contained cottages. Very modern, fresh and well appointed cottages. Great bed and quiet setting to get the most of the night rest. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and private property with friendly and helpful owner. Lovely and comfortable bed. Would recommend or stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A must stay
These cottages are truely top of the range accommodation options. Quality fittings with space, amazing setting and exceptional service. Could not recommend enough!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend!
I have nothing negative to say about Birchgrove cottages! The cottage was so well set up and Janette had even dressed it up for Christmas which was a very sweet touch. So well appointed, didn’t need anything. Even lent us some umbrellas on a rainy few days. So peaceful and quiet. Would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Varachat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellence
Excellence
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an absolute gem of a place! Beautiful surroundings and view. The cottage we stayed in was brand new and had every possible amenity. Phil, our host was very welcoming and helpful with recommendations for eateries and shops. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was excellent. Location was not what we were looking for but this was our fault as we didn't do enough research. We wanted to be much closer to an ocean beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Caroline, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the fact it was self contained and in a lovely tranquil setting. Was very clean and everything we needed. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top place
Beautiful little cottages in quiet location, not too far from Whangarei Falls. Owner couldn’t do enough for you, was such a nice welcome. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such a relaxing setting in beautiful gardens . Accommodation clean, comfortable has every thing you could possibly need. Owners friendly and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place to stay
Fantastic place to stay, would so highly recommend. Place was clean, comfortable, had everything we wanted. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sheena, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most comfortable stay ever! It definitely represents a home away from home. It was sad we only stayed one night, we would have loved to stay longer! Beautiful home and the most gracious host Jeanette! She gave info on where to get groceries and where to visit and the especially helpful protip on the speed camera location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Great place
Great place and the owners are really nice. Unit has everything you need and is super nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet peaceful and very comfortable accommodation
Perfect for stopover or longer holiday. Warm friendly welcome. Kitchen supplies excellent. Beds most comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely new cottages in private settings.
Lovely new cottages in pristine condition in privaate garden settings. Everything was thought of right down to pens and sewing kit! One of the nicest places we have stayed and will definitely be back. Beds, by the way, were particularly comfy. :-)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely little spot and very nicely kept. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Birchgrove
Very caring and friendly owners. Excellent accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

paul, auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome home from home!
Excellent accommodation and very comfortable. Love;y surroundings! Everything you need for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely!
Birchgrove cottages are fully equipped with everything you need while you are away from home. Lovely furnishings. Wonderful host. If I could live permanently, I would! Highly recommend whether you are traveling alone or with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Janette on 20 Jun,2018
Thanks Meredith it was lovely to meet you. Hope you are enjoying the rest of your NZ special birthday holiday.

10/10 Excellent

David, Rotorua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully maintained. Lovely parklike gardens
What a pleasant stay! Immaculate property and gardens. Wish we could use it for longer. We only had 1 night to enjoy it. I would happily recommend it to anyone. A very short drive to town, but peaceful countryside compensates for that.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

CHAI, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Better than home
This is truly an amazing accommodation, from the comfort to the tranquil surroundings. Nearby there are shops offering plentiful food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beth, victoria BC canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful stay in country setting,
Very pleasantly surprised at quality of this perfect cabin. Quiet sitting area outside to enjoy afternoon sun, spacious lounge, comfy bed and bathroom. Full kitchen. Loved the decor.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

ann, tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful cottage
Friendly and above average service Rooms tastefully decorated very artistic and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fred, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay in New Zealand
The Cottages are WOW on so many levels. They look and feel like new and are so comfortable. The comfort comes from and tasteful fit out of furniture and fittings. And its all the little things that make it feel like home. For example, reading material, DVD's, condiments and sauces in the kitchen, quality appliances, toys for the kids and an abundance of kitchen utensils. On top of all this there is a washing machine, BBQ and outdoor setting in immaculately manicured garden. Homely touches like indoor flowering pot plants capped this off. We were a party of four and this was one of the few places we have stayed in on this trip to NZ where there was seating for four in the lounge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018