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City Cabin

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Exterior detail
Dining
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Pet-friendly
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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New Plymouth, Taranaki
  • Brooklands Zoo
    8 min walk
  • Bowl of Brooklands
    11 min walk
  • Pukekura Park
    12 min walk
  • New Plymouth (NPL)
    14 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

City Cabin

Our little self-contained cabin is set on a small private section in the quiet neighbourhood just minutes by foot from New Plymouth's magnificent Pukekura Park. Surrounded by trees and garden, it has a private bedroom with a shower and toilet attached. Next door a separate conservatory space has a kitchen sink (along with kettle, microwave, toaster and hot plate), a cafe table and chairs and a chaise longue. It looks on to our house and garden. We have a friendly medium sized dog as well as chickens. We need our visitors to be vaccinated as we have people in our family who are immune compromised
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Brooklands Zoo. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fenced garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Brooklands Zoo and The Gables
City Cabin offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This New Plymouth cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Shirley

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cottage
City Cabin Cottage
City Cabin New Plymouth
City Cabin Cottage New Plymouth

City Cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Plymouth Cabin
This is a lovely, quiet, small basic cabin, ideal for one or two nights, but would prefer more rooms if staying longer in New Plymouth. Shirley is a lovely host and the description of the cabin is as it was. Very handy & convenient to New Plymouth attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobias P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little property in a great location
We had a great stay at the city cabin. Shirley was a wonderful host who was proactive and responsive in her communication. The property is very nice and has a wonderful garden. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josine v.

Liked: Cleanliness
dog friendly stay
Was really great to have a place next to Brooklands for dog walking and being able to bring the dog with us accomodation fairly cramped but fine for a few days. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob N.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Plymouth
All good. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Cosy Corner
Lovely setting and a quiet area, even the three beautiful chooks were quiet. Host welcoming and everything was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dennis s.

Liked: Cleanliness
COSY GETAWAY
Cosy little bedroom with ensuite, and lovely sunroom/kitchenette entered by an external door very close by. Lovely back-section garden with trees, birds, vege patch, hens and a friendly dog. Good parking. We enjoyed several chats with the friendly hosts who have interest in the arts and gardening as we also do.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cozy, quiet stay
I had a lovely short holiday and enjoyed the close proximity to the amazing world class Pukekura park. Great for cycling and walking distance to the city center . Very friendly helpful host and quiet street.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Shirley and Dave's wee bach. It had everything we needed, and is set in a beautiful garden space with plenty of birds enjoying kowhai and other offerings. Shirley and Dave are easygoing, hospitable hosts, and both very interesting people. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Pukekura Park
Convenient location close to Pukekura Park, small cabin in garden setting. Comfortable bed and ensuite, kitchen facilities separate and fairly minimal for self catering.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherylmoana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Handy to park
Handy and easy to get to everything from here. Lovely hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Laurel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog Friendly !
Just needed a base while visiting family. Took my small dog with me and it was great. Very friendly couple. A little odd the bedroom with ensuite was seperate from the conservatory that had the kitchen so you had to go outside to move between the 2 rooms. However it worked for my needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip
I love the place and the owner is accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Perfect for our event at the Bowl of Brooklands. Shirley the host, is really friendly. The accommodation itself is perfect for a single or couple. All you need for a short getaway. Lovely gardens and Lola the dog is so cute! Only suggestion is for a pair of scissors for the kitchen area please. We would love to come back and stay again next time we are in New Plymouth. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cosy
Beautiful owner, lovely dog at the property, good location and thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verity M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back to basics
This is a lovely quiet batch, basic amenities, pleasant owners, would make an amazing place to stay if you have booked into an activity such as Womad at Brooklands. Enjoyed the sounds of the birds on the roof of kitchen area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
The accommodation was small but self-contained and comfortable for a short stay. Hosts were very friendly and were on hand to provide helpful advice on things to see and do. Lovely little garden and sunny spot with a friendly dog! Great location to be based for access to Pukekura park and the city.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn & Geoff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks Shirley and Dave
We were made to feel relaxed and comfortable with our informal and helpful hosts. The property is unique and reflects their eclectic tastes. We enjoyed staying there very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Easy communication, welcoming hosts, great location :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little gem in New Plymouth
Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely setting & great location
We had a lovely 3 night getaway here. Very close to Pukekura Park and an easy commute by car or e.bike into town. The gardens at the property were gorgeous and Shirley and her family were available but not intrusive. Would recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

carol E., lowerhutt

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent loved the weather and beach
small but very accomodating towards our dog gem very hot in kitchen as roof was nova light the sun just pilted down slept with all doors open shower was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale-Ila R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet spot close to an awesome park
Wonderful quiet little spot near necessities and Pukehura Park. Shirley and Mark were great hosts. We especially loved the tip about the evening testing of the lights for the Festival of the Lights as we won’t be in NP when it starts in a few days. And as berry growers from the US, we liked finding out where we could get “the best berries in New Zealand”. Thanks for a wonderful stay in a wonderful part of New Zealand!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shirley
Shirley was very nice and her yard was beautiful. It was lovely waking up to the sound of birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint little Cutie
Tucked away on a beautiful property up a shared driveway. A lovely one bedroom self contained bungalow, kitchen is separate, set on your own little wooden deck, overlooking the hosts garden. Private and perfect for a get away for a weekend. Small dogs are welcome. Hosts have a lovely dog, very sweet personality. Parking is on the street. Stay was perfect, will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN G., Boise

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy if slightly quirky
The physical layout of this property is a little unusual in that you have to take a few steps outside to walk between the bedroom and the kitchen/sitting area (which was added on later). And there is not a ton of extra space if, like us, you tend to haul too much stuff with you. But it’s a comfortable place, with a nice bed and a robust shower. And the owners, Shirley and Dave, are very nice, friendly folks with helpful suggestions about the city and region. They also have an impressive garden and a very sweet dog! We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022