Whare Manu Boutique Cottage

Very comfortable cottage, beautifully designed and quaint outdoor setting. Very cute.

That we couldn't stay longer :(

Wow what an amazing spot. Loved the shower. And the baths. Lovely and quiet for our night away, highly recommend!

Loved it all!

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay, whare manu had everything we needed and everything was perfect! Walking distance to the beach, outdoor baths were fantastic, we highly recommend this spot of paradise.

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Quiet beautiful location. We enjoyed the close proximity to native bush walks and also the beach.

Everything. It's the little things that matter, and the attention to detail was A++++. So thoughtful in creating a calm and serene place to unwind and be at ease. It was just superb.

Leaving

Everything it was stunning 😍

Beautiful cottage, superbly appointed, every consideration, even fresh flowers. So lovely

Beautifully presented and very comfortable with a view of the beach. Excellent base for exploring.

C'era tutto quello che si possa desiderare, un posto stupendo

War einfach super alles , man muss nur die Einsamkeit und Ruhe mögen . Toll der Strand . Und dann die Doppel Badewanne unter Sternenhimmel 🤩

Das wir nur eine Nacht da waren

It was so quiet and peaceful, exactly what I was looking for. Lovely views of the beach, such a cozy feel with the fire going, snuggled up on the couch in the evening. The late checkout (1100) is an added bonus, no need to rush out when leaving.

It was perfect.

Peace an quiet so close to nature good wee getaway and the best shower in the world

The spikes onto of the fence next to the bath worried the missus a bit 🤣🤣🤣

Location. Cosy

No problems

An exceptional property with everything you need. Near to a stunning beach. We loved watching the birds feed.

Nothing really. One might say it’s a bit away from amenities down a gravel track but that made it more quiet and special in our opinion.

Have stayed in many NZ baches & this was amongst the best, with some very classy & stylish fittings. The wood carving & bird feeder added extra interest. Easy walk to the lovely sandy Omaui beach & a terrific bush walk up through the reserve. Gorgeous pansies & Lilly's in the room on arrival

Be aware there's about 4kms of dusty gravel road into Omaui

The location was very private, surrounded by garden with a comfortable deck with a view to the beach. There were lovely wooden sculptures, including a beautiful handcrafted bird feeder that brought the Tuis to visit and entertain us. The accommodations were very comfortable and well-equipped. Great stargazing from the tubs on the deck!

Whare Manu cottage was the perfect landing spot following a visit to Stewart Island. 15 min from Bluff ferry was the ideal distance to drive, and what a beautiful property we encountered. The hosts have create a haven with water views and smartly appointed cottage design. The accommodations are really special and include handmade chocolates, soaps and comfy robes. If you find open booking dates, grab them without delay.

Well appointed and perfect for a short stay

Proximity to windows of your house next door with uncertainty as to whether there is privacy or not. We are from INVERCARGILL and the price was really huge for us and seemed disproportionately high relative to the local market.

Beautiful peaceful place and the on deck baths were amazing alongside the tuis and different bird life going to the feeder, absolutely stunning nice n clean cottage! Definitely a place to unwind and relax for couples! We will be back 😊

maybe something to zap the pesky mosquitos 😏 otherwise no complaints at all!

Thoughtful touches and location.

All great

This place is so tranquil. Perched on higher ground with views of the Omaui beach, visited by the fabulous tui birds and nestled amongst the flowers of the garden. Bluff is just 15 min drive away, and Omaui beach offers peaceful strolls. Amy and John are wonderful hosts who add personal touches to the experience - fresh flowers, chocolates and bath bombs. Even the beautiful wooden garden decorations and bird-feeder were hand-carved by John.The outdoor bathing experience under the stars is a must. A truly therapeutic place to unwind and take in the nature.

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Such a unique wee boutique accommodation. Loved all the extra special touches ....chocolates, bath bombs, room diffuser. The shower was amazing and the outdoor baths very luxurious

What an awesome cottage! We wish we had stayed for more than one night. It was so comfortable, clean and well maintained. The view of the beach was amazing, as was the closeness to said beach. Very well stocked, had everything we needed. Great location along the southern scenic route, close to conviences but felt secluded. We would love to stay again, highly recommend!

Nothing, it was great.

Great outdoor baths and fascinating Tui bird feeder activity. Nice beach in moody weather.

Carport practical but tired

What a beautiful whare, whare Manu Boutique cottage is, it has everything we needed plus more, the place is extremely well set out, privacy, comfy bed, shower is amazing, outside tubs a amazing even in the colder weather like we had, and what an experience to be able to watch the Tui bird's feeding off the nectar.

Everything was perfect ☺️

So so so so great，nice view，nice living environment. It was one of the most satisfying experiences I had

The home was beautiful designed, light-filled, and charming. The wind-swept, lovely beach was steps away and a delight for long walks. While the house is remote (bringing food with you is a good idea so you can settle in and enjoy the fireplace, the birdsong, and tranquility) that is part of its delight. I only stayed for one-night and wished I had stayed longer.

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The place was beautifully set up to be a wonderful place for a romantic getaway weekend. The amenities were brilliant, particularly the bathroom. The access to the beach for a long walk or into the nearby reserve is also great.

There is an adjacent residence that is walled off but was closer than expected but did not really infringe on our privacy. The carpark had a very different feel from the cottage but was nice to have to keep us out of the rain.

The location,so peaceful with tui's feeding on our deck just magic

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The property was in a beautiful location, was lovely and warm and exactly as described. The hosts were friendly and helpful.

Nothing, everything was great

Though smallish, well set up. Very comfortable and then there’s all the native birds that visit with their beautiful sounds.

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This property was exceptional! From the location, wildlife and extra homely touches we enjoyed every minute and would highly recommend it. The location provides a secluded back to nature feeling and we enjoyed watching the NZ birds feed, was so special. The cottage was so relaxing and warm, bed comfortable and lovely touches like milk, coffee, tea and oil. John the owner came out to welcome us which was so good of him and always knew he was there if we needed anything.

Nothing, everything was great!

An amazing couples retreat! Beautifully organized overlooking the beach with 2 hot outdoor baths!

Unusual location; great facilities; great bed

Couldn’t stay long enough

Everything you could need was there including coffee, milk, chocolates, and fancy soaps.

We stayed at Whare Manu Boutique Cottage which is a beautiful bit of paradise all you can hear are the birds singing and the sea. It has been restored to a high standard and the accommodation is superb and great for getting away from people and the city. John met us as soon as we pulled into the carport and showed us around, what a lovely guy. We can highly recommend visiting Bill Richardson Museum and cafe and the end of Bluff where you can find all the wall art. The beach is lovely for a walk in the evening and you will most probably be the only people on it. Do remember to bring some food though as its a drive back into to town but not that far if you've forgotten something. Milk, Tea, Coffee is provided.

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Majestical!

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Location was fantastic, peaceful and perfect. The outdoor baths were wonderful.

Nothing to dislike

Beautiful quiet location, great view and Tui feeder, very clean and well appointed. Also enjoyed the forest walk nearby.

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This was a wonderful find, on the edge of a remote beach, beautiful reserve walk close by.

Nothing! It was outstanding, we absolutely loved everything about it.

The entire place is fantastic. It's an entirely separate house from the owner. You get your own driveway. Lockbox check-in with clear instructions. Excellent bathroom products (especially the handmade soaps and the bath bombs). We loved the outdoor double bath. The bed’s super comfortable. You could even stare at the sea on your bed. You just can't beat this one for a romantic getaway. Will definitely come back again someday.

Absolutely loved the position to be so private and the view the property has made use of! The cottage has been set up with a lot of thought and truly provides a luxurious retreat. We will definitely be back.

We hired this as a surprise honeymoon present for my stepdaughter, who had just ended up in a wheelchair due to a virus and was fairly unwell. The owners were so accommodating to their requirements to make this a memorable stay. Thank you so very much. Everything was easily sorted and not too much problem at all.

Clean and comfortable. Very welcoming

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The birdhouse: just a very cosy and lovely place! Highly recommendable!

Beautifully appointed stay with high end finishes Sea view and lovely patio A bit off the beaten track with gravel road Tui splash in the bird bath

Awesome place to stay for rest and relaxation. considerate hosts

Nothing it was all well considered for guests.

Amazing cottage oceanfront. In a remote and quiet area, surrounded by wild nature. Fantastic to relax and enjoy a vacation.. The host has been super friendly.

The cottage is very comfortable with lots of little touches of added luxury. We loved the outside couples baths and birdfeeder. Very close to a quiet beach and bush walks. Great for relaxation which is exactly what we wanted.

The Whare Manu boutique cottage was everything I had hoped for on this trip so I have nothing bad to say. There's no local shops so make sure to take some food but Bluff and Invercargill are not that far away.

Location, comfort of the home, cleanliness, gorgeous bathroom and modern. Most importantly the outdoor tubs with bath bombs. Bird feeder was fantastic in the morning with the amount of Tui aswell.

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Very well considered high quality space in a stunning spot

View, birds, isolation, comfortable beds, kitchen, proximity to beach.

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Beautifully appointed one bedroom cottage. Lots of little luxuries like handmade soap, bath bombs for the two side by side outdoor baths, chocolate. Very quiet location with smashing view of the bay and entrance to New River harbor. Fire or hear pump. You chose. Blue tooth system for that mood music. Totally recommend this place.

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brilliant cottage and location. so well appointed

The cottage is situated just a stone's throw from the most amazing desolate beach! For nature lover this is a must! The owner was very friendly and the cottage itself is great and very comfortable indeed! I would definetely stay there again if I were in New Zealand!

Liked the specia detailed design, view of the ocean from bed.

We loved the privacy and peacefulness of the place

Everything it was beautiful the bed is amazing

Everything was perfect thankyou 💕

perfect in every detail

distance to town and one third on a gravel road

the little touches were exceptional from the fresh flowers, beautiful bed linen to hand made soap and chocolates; just too many items to mention. John and Amy are charming hosts. It was a real pleasure and delight to meet them. The location is simply amazing: a hidden gem. Don’t miss this place!

everything was perfect

Beautiful place, nice and quite. Awesome bathtub outside.

An amazing location . Seconds from a beautiful beach . 20 mins to the bluff for an exceptional dinner. Very clean facilities very nicely appointed nice and comfortable

The dirt road on the way in was a bit corrugated and could be off-putting if not used to driving on dirt . It was however a good rd still in wet weather

The property had everything that you need for a self-contained comfortable stay. The owners put a lot of attention to detail from the bath bombs to the candles in the bath. it was a great experience!

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We loved everything. The location, outdoor baths, bird watching, nice and quiet, luxurious touches. All around a 10/10 stay for us.

nothing we didn’t like

very well appointed

nothing. was fab!

A little gem,tucked away in a wonderful corner of the South

Nothing not to like

Absolutely loved our stay here, it is the most gorgeous small house. The shower is exceptional, great view from the deck and the place overall is very lush. Even down to the finer details of the underfloor heating in the bathroom, the bird feeder outside, you couldn't ask for a nicer place to stay.

Easy check-in Modern Clean and comfortable Amazing little touches – flowers, chocolate, artisan soaps, bath bombs, etc. Has everything you will need Great fully equipped kitchen Great fireplace and lots of wood (the owner prepare the fireplace) Great bathroom Great shower pressure Heated bathroom floors Heater in the bathroom Great blackout curtains

Carport is old and dusty Path up to the house had lots of big stairs so pack lightly