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Reviews of Thistle Cottage 4 stars

45 O'Keefe Road , RD4, 7774 Ashburton, New Zealand

#1 of 12 hotels in Ashburton

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 75 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lovely spot, lots of space, and well thought out.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Really nice, and would go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was looking for an electric blanket, and would have liked one, but saying that, I was still warm and cozy!

    It had a lovely rural outlook with some nosey sheep, which added to the ambience! Very comfortable beds and lovely shower. Recommended.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Just amazing already looking to come back again soon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We loved everything about this property. Such a quiet and peaceful setting very relaxing but handy to go out for dinner etc. We will definitely be staying here again so amazing.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    9.0
    Great girls weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Beautifully presented

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Excellent memories concerning the stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Difficult to locate without GPS

    Clean and fully furnished. Comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Peace, comfort and tranquility in the country.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The cottage was comfortable and cosy. It had everything you needed. The outlook was fantastic. It was so quiet and peaceful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Serene peaceful place to catch up and relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We couldn’t stay longer

    The hosts made sure we had everything we needed without being physically present, which made us feel more comfortable in the accommodation

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thistle cottage was a beautiful, clean, well appointed cottage in a very quiet area. We stayed just one night prior to flying out of Auckland early in the morning.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Perfect, peaceful haven in the countryside.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    We should have stayed more than one night!

    A winding driveway through a lovely avenue of trees leads you to this charming cottage in the countryside. Very nice facilities and everything presented beautifully.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    10
    Peaceful stay close to town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great.

    Thistle cottage was an excellent choice for a quiet stay in the country. The furnishings were beautiful and the outside areas were private and peaceful with grazing sheep. Close to Ashburton but far enough off highway 1 as to be out in the country.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    Brilliant tasteful and homely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t fault the property. Wish we stayed more than 1 night.

    Quiet rural property within a few kms of Ashburton township. Lovely spacious cottage well equipped and tastefully furnished. Friendly welcome from Michelle.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    10
    Perfect. One of a kind in Ashburton. Highly recommend
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely finishing touches. Clean. Relaxing setting.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    9.0
    Lovely clean and comfortable cottage in a rural location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is a bit off the beaten track for visiting places. It did suit us though as it was a one night stopover.

    Quiet and peaceful location. Cottage was spotlessly clean and beautifully furnished. Very comfortable bed. Lovely bathroom with nice shower and fluffy towels.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    This beautiful place was very private, we very much enjoyed our stay and wished we could have stayed longer. The host was very lovely and accommodating. We enjoyed the serenity and will definitely choose to stay here again when the chance arises. Thank you.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    10
    A hidden gem for the perfect weekend away.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing to complain about.

    Such a lovely place to stay to get away from the hustle and bustle. The beautiful treelined driveway had us feeling very relaxed from the beginning. Everything in the cottage was of high quality and extremely clean. We were very happy we found this wee gem on booking.com

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    10
    Just a great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    liked everthing

    Just a lovely property and stay. Clean, tastefully decorated and very spacious. In quiet, parklike surrounds. One of our best stays.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing come to mind at all. everything was great.

    Outstanding place to stay that was super quiet and relaxing after a long days travel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The home was beautiful and it had everything we needed. The beds were amazing and the host was so friendly. I will definitely stay there again.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly welcome. Very clean and tidy. Everything I needed.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    10
    An excellent place to relax.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staying such a short time.

    A beautiful place to relax and rest up.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    10
    Superb, we would not hesitate to recommend :)
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Jack and Jill bathroom, someone locked themselves in their room!

    Welcoming, warm and very up to date! Calm and quiet outlook onto the lambs, woke to the sounds of birds! Bliss! The decor and furnishings were like new and of excellent quality, we all slept beautifully!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The decor was beautiful.. the location was excellent.. out in the country.. very quiet.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely two bedroom accommodation in a quiet scenic country location. The cottage was beautifully furnished and the bedrooms were spacious. We had everything we needed. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    10
    We had a really great stay in this lovely cottage and I would definitely stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thistle Cottage is set in a lovely quiet location just minutes from Ashburton. The cottage is beautifully decorated and the beds were very comfortable. The cottage had everything we needed for our 3 night stay.

    Stayed in September 2023

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