Forest Edge

It was so unique, beautiful art and woodwork everywhere. Gorgeous surroundings and our dog was super comfy.

We loved the beautiful location, including the bush, the bird life and the quiet. The house was quaint with lots of interesting features. Fruit etc had been put out to entice the birds. The fire made the cottage so warm and cozy. We felt like we were deep in the bush but we were only a short distance from the main road. The cottage was extremely well equipped. It was so kind to offer us a late check out.

The stove/oven was tired.

The location, the wonderful vibe, the peacefulness and the beautiful fire

Perhaps the only complaint we had was that there was no milk in the fridge

Friendly and communicative owner. Clear instructions. Easy daylight access to property. Recommend you arrive before sunset. Peaceful. Quiet. Standalone (no neighbours). Greenery. Hear sound of waves of nearby ocean. Quick response. Well equipped. Adequate heating. Adequate WiFi. Adequate bathroom with hot water. Washer and a dryer (did not use). Lovely outdoor seating during daylight. Good vibes. Good stopover and chill destination. Not many activities on premises other than to chill.

Nothing really.

Absolutely everything! Property was gorgeous, inside and out. Furnishings were lovely, beds were incredibly comfortable and everything we could need was supplied.

A heater in the bathroom would be wonderful.

Gemütlich, liebevoll und umfangreich ausgestattete Unterkunft mit großer Terrasse und Kamin

Unique features hand made home.

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Ein Traumhaus für jeden Naturliebhaber! Es gab so viele kleine Details in dem Haus, die unseren Aufenthalt absolut perfekt machten. Die Küche war sehr gut eingerichtet. Wir hatten eine unvergessliche schöne Zeit, die mit frischen Blumen im Badezimmer und auf dem Esstisch abgerundet wurde!

Beautiful setting Great art work Wonderful outdoor area

We felt like we were in a jungle surrounded by plants and flowers. It was a very relaxing place to stay.

Prachtige bijzondere plek om te zijn! Wat je op de foto’s ziet zo is het ook echt! Je hebt een prachtige zonsondergang! Je kunt zo naar het strand lopen of rijden. We zijn geen hikers, maar zijn met een roeiboot een meer langs geweest. Dat was voor de brug in Punakaiki dit is echt een aanrader!

Niets

La maison de Redable. est pitorresque. Elle est très bien équipée, les lits sont confortables et la pièce de vie est très agréable.

Great location Place has a lot of character

Nil

Very unique and feels like a real home. Really enjoyed the authentic of the place, super cozy and warm.

Nothing it was great

Totally charming well equipped and thoughtfully presented with attentive non intrusive host. Very spacious, good bed and effective curtains. Excellent kitchen and laundry facilities.

Everything.

Nothing to dislike. Everything was great.

Coffee and tea provided

Nichts

Alles vollgestellt, Einrichtung sehr alt, Waschmaschine kann nur kalt waschen,

Everything , such a comfortable and inviting home.

Beautiful cozy place in amazing garden setting

A very unique place lots of art. VERY private and quiet at night. Close to some points of interest.

Make sure you get your groceries etc in Greymouth or Westport. But not a negative just plan accordingly

Lovely old rustic home with heaps of charm. Situated just off the highway but very quiet and peaceful in a hillside forest location. Cosy and comfortable on a rainy day. Half hour by car to Pancake Rocks or south to Greymouth. Short drive or walk to beach. Best to bring your own supply of provisions to make the most out of your stay! Loved the location!

Hébergement atypique et très agréable, feu dans la cheminée prêt à être allumé ce que nous avons fait, une belle vue avec l’impression d’être immergé dans la forêt!

The orientation toward the coast (15min walk) and setting sun, the fantastic native bush full of native birds, the warmth and comfort of the home, the decor inside and out, both eclectic and funky, access to local walks and attractions (Pancake Rocks / Gold mines Hokitika, Greymouth)

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Did not want to leave! An absolutely stunning place to stay, decorated in a unique and artistic manner with a warm and homely feel. Peaceful, tranquil and a place you could spend happily indoors for some time. Great cooking facilities in the kitchen, and comfortable beds. Location was ideal, in a quiet yet accessible location along the coast, where relaxation is guaranteed. Host was good at message communications, which we appreciated. We will be back!

Wish we had stayed longer!

A beautiful, calming lovely place

Nothing

The design was amazing!!!! a lot of time and effort has gone into the interior of the house. So thoughtfully clean, no dust on anything, Host was amazing, ensuring we arrived okay. It felt like home. The gardens were absolutely stunning, so lush and beautiful. Has everything you need. Could’ve stayed a month here. Truly a magical place. Thank you so much reda!

A cover on the small window in the bathroom would be nice, not a biggie.

Incredible house, well recommended

What a beautiful home! The home blends in so well with the gorgeous natural environment surrounding the property. Reda was very responsive and though we didn't get to meet her, she was very kind in every interaction. Home was very comfy, loved that there was laundry facilities with powder provided. Enjoyed the magazines and new zealand books as well as the selection of dvds. Great place to unwind after being on the road for days. Location is very close to many natural wonders of the west coast, only 15 minutes from Punakaiki and half an hour from Greymouth. Can only hope to be able to stay here again when on that side of the world again!

This was a quiet, comfy cottage with plenty of room and a good sized kitchen with all the facilities. The beds were comfortable with extra blankets, several towels and an unexpected chocolate-nice touch. There was a lovely lounge area and dining section. The outdoor area was well set up and relaxing. It was located nicely between Greymouth and the Pancake rocks.

The oven and stove area could use some updating.

Love the house, has a lot of character and comfort - having dinner on the deck every evening was a highlight. Reda was a wonderful host - friendly and welcoming, and provided lots of great recommendations. Location is fantastic as well, convenient to both Punakaiki and Greymouth.

The feel of the place was very homely yet felt like a story book. The location is truly spectacular.

Everything! It’s practical, having all the amenities of modern living. Yet, it has a delightful rustic charm that appeals to the traveller who wants to unwind. Herbs in the garden, birds singing, no one can see you, untamed natural vegetation surrounding you just 1 minute off the main highway. Which I will add for city folk is an old world two lane highway. We recommend to all lifestyles.

Not that it was an issue as we already knew. Have insect repellent just in case. We were told to keep windows closed when sun went down, so it wasn’t an issue.

We enjoyed the tranquility, with the ocean and birdsong the only sounds. There was a magical ambience. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed meeting the hostess and her dog.

It was very quirky and clean.

It was a little dark and a tad too rustic for me. Be prepared for sandflies and mosquitoes

Such a beautiful property. the host was amazing, and we were even able to extend our stay. Such a fabulous place and one of our New Zealand highlights.

A beautiful retreat, gardens are stunning. You feel like you’re in a very special place. Tui’s, Wood Pigeons, and a view that is captivating.

Nothing. Rustic Charm with a loving touch. How can you improve on that?

This place is magic, So quiet at night , tuis to greet you in the morning . nice view warm place but heaps of room great kitchen with everything you need. easy enough access to site and a warm greeting when we got there, took my teenage son and even he loved the place. totally reccommend

tv is a little small and confusing to operate water pressure not that flash in shower

Beautiful view and peaceful among the trees. Magnificent fire.

The cup shelf was very high and I am short. The cooking facilities almost defeated me.

A cosy wee bach, well equipped, fabulous location, we wanted for nothing, the fire was set & ready for our arrival, felt very welcoming, we thoroughly enjoyed our short stay, would highly recommend for relaxing break away

Nothing

The fire was great. Kitchen was well stocked and the outdoor area was really nice.

Driveway is a little hard to spot!

Such a magical location. The house surreal🥰 warm n Cosy, in the midst of bush. Native birds on the deck Absolutely loved our stay and to our surprise there was a concert at the local Barrytown hall. Supurb place awesome entertainment sitting on sofas humbled by the community spirit and made truly to feel welcomed into their beautiful community ❤️ Highly recommend. Thank you Reda we loved our stay ☺️

It’s just the loveliest place on earth.

Nothing

Absolutely beautiful location! House was so charming and very clean. Beds were comfy and the fire kept us cozy all night.

Amazing Beautiful Westcoast location. Nice character house. Log fire. Large kitchen area. Very good water filter system. Nice view. My wife loved using the Bean bag with blanket in front of fire.

TV not that great. Maybe not have it. Music system didn't have a aux in so couldn't plugin to play my own music. Old Log fire has lost it's seal or something, so wood burns too quickly and some smoke leaks after awhile. Needs a new log fire. Beds too hard. Needs memory foam toppers or something. Couch had scratchy carpet coverings over them. Maybe replace them with new soft ones.

Thank you for sharing the place with us. It’s a very special space getting a glimpse into the lives of some very special people

View、Warm、Wooden things

Charming and unusual interior with artistic style. Lovely view from balcony.

Cold bathroom.

The property was amazing, with everything you needed for a comfortable stay. The location was quiet, and beautiful with views from the deck out across the trees to the sea. The log burner was set up ready to light and it easily heated the property.

We made our own meals Excellent cooking facilities

West Coast weather - cold However the log fire was brilliant and cosy

The property was filled with beautiful collected and designed artifacts which enhanced it's quiet, calm ambience. It was a truly beautiful space to stay. A lot of work had gone into creating a wonderfully designed, quirky space that had all the elements for modern living. It would be a lovely place to visit for a meditation retreat. The forest seemed to embrace the house with quiet serenity.

The bathroom was off the entrance hall and on the days we were there it was cold so use. The freezer was very small.

Superb, beautifully decorated charming property. Great location for forest walks.

Nothing much in Barrytown to see or do.

One of the best experience about West Coast trip. Every corner is elaborately decorated, every inch is meticulously arranged. This is not only perfect, but also a wonderful memory for us to come here. 


Wow, what an incredible place! Wish we could have stayed longer. By sheer coincidence we booked this very last minute and it exceeded all our expectations. Beautifully decorated, very homey, spacious and with everything you need. Even a cd player with cd’s, dvd’s, fresh flowers, board games etc.

This is a unique, eclectic property. It has two full bedrooms, a spacious living area, patio/garden, and well equipped kitchen. Both a washer and dryer are available. It is like a "cabin" experience in many ways. There is only a central wood-burning stove for heating, and the bathroom is separated (not heated) from the main living area, accessed from the entry room. You are surrounded by gardens and the forest, with a peek of the ocean from the patio. It is very private.

If it is cooler, you need to be comfortable managing the wood-burning stove. And, if you warm it up too much, be aware there are no screens on the windows. Pay attention that you take note of the door code that you will receive ahead of time. The owner may not be home when you arrive.

Beautiful bush setting with character cottage

great stay, perfectly located close to the beach

Everything 9

Beauteous space, artistic, serene, one with the surroundings! The space told a story and inspired me. Everything you need, Reba thought of. The place was adorned with two flower arrangements she put together. Would love to return!

Amazing artist style retreat. Unique. Close to beach. Amazing garden and views. Great music collection. Truly unique quirky cottage.

Everything was great. Beautiful spot, so romantic and peaceful. Absolutely amazing

very styled place and equipment, nice garden

lot of mosquitos

Beautiful situation above road, in bush with great bird life and a view. Interesting paintings, photos and decoration. Unique, comfortable cottage. Good location for nearby walks. Easy coded access and parking.

A little dark inside at times.

We loved the rustic organic cosy style of the house ..thr artwork on the walls and special touches throughout were so perfect.. definitely somewhere we are wanting to spend more time in the near future .

An outdoor bath tub would be amazing !

Lovely peaceful location, we enjoyed hearing the ocean and capturing photos of the birdlife (tuis loved the kowhai tree in bloom) and the wild orchid by the entrance and many flowers were beautiful. Great fire pumps out plenty of heat & comfortable beds/linen, combined with good communication from the owner what more could you ask for!

Only that we had to leave.

Forest Edge is exactly that, a charming cottage set in beautiful native bush. It is really cosy and very comfortable. Great decks with views of the Ocean. Thoughtfully set up for guests needs and pleasure.

Everything was great ! we loved the furnishings and the spirit of the house.

Awesome place to stay. Relaxing and peaceful. Rada was a great host, making sure everything was okay. Would definitely stay again.

The location of the house is amazing, with great views. Warm house with log fire, clean, has everything you need, and lots of small touches. Loved it, felt like we were in paradise.

A charming cosy house situated in a rather wild leafy garden. Interesting books, photos and dvds relating to the West Coast Good cooking facilities and an excellent fire. Comfortable beds. Delightful host.

Can’t think of anything!

We loved our stay at Forest Edge and wish we could have stayed longer! Such a quirky and homely place with forest all around and views to the ocean. Very spacious and comfortable and well appointed. We could easily stay a week or more, would be ideal for a very relaxing retreat to get away from it all. Hope to be back one day!

beautiful setting in bush and garden with views out to the coast and the constant sound of the ocean. A very quirky aesthetic but which really appealed to us all.

Nothing really

Reda was friendly and informative a local in her own environment