The Orchard Cottage Guestbook

We invite you to read what fellow travelers have had to say about their stay at The Orchard Cottage.


‘We so loved our stay at your lovely cottage.  Lots of extra special touches and wonderful walks at your doorstep. A treat to stay at and we hope to come again one day.’
Sarah and David, Wellington


‘A great cosy place to stay in a picturesque setting near Arrowtown. Can see mountains and Coronet Peak ski field from the cottage.  Enjoyable walks to Lake Hayes and Millbrook Golf Course. Cottage was very well equipped and warm.  Nice for a family of four or five. Excellent hosts.’
Jury family, Auckland


‘Orchard Cottage is a must visit. Brilliant for our family. We had a lovely stay and will be coming back. Had everything we needed and more.’
Sullivan family, Southland


‘Many thanks for the peaceful serenity of The Orchard Cottage. It was perfect.’
Jan and Mike, Canada


‘Orchard Cottage certainly surpassed our expectation. The location was great for our golf, scenery and surrounds beautiful – especially in the snow! and the service was perfect. Will definitely recommend this to all my friends.’
Yong Lee and friends, Auckland


‘Thoroughly enjoyed our peaceful and charming stay at the end of a very special visit to the South Island of NZ.’
Underwood family, Alaska


‘Great cottage and so well equipped.  Makes for a very comfortable and convenient stay.  See you again next summer.’
Sue and family, Dunedin


‘Thoughtful and sweet cottage. Highly recommend.’
Si Yuan and friends, China


‘A delightful base from which to introduce our children to the magic of this truly beautiful area. We have loved every minute and cant wait to be back in winter. Its been wonderful’
Kate and family, Dunedin


‘Definitely home from home.  A very warm welcome and a comfortable stay.’
Martin and Kate, Wales


‘Absolutely fantastic place to stay, wonderful hosts, gorgeous location, great accommodation and home baking a bonus.  Definitely recommend and hope to be back one day.’
Smiths, Paeroa


‘One of the best accommodations we have had.  Loved all the great little touches.’
Lawrie and Anne, NSW, Australia


‘We spent our honeymoon at this cottage and I can honestly say it was the best decision.  We got such a lovely welcome with heart shaped chocolates and baking, wine and flowers. The cottage was perfect, clean and in a beautiful location. We will definitely be back one day.’
Derek, Kathy and wee Isabella, Wellington


‘Beautiful cottage, everything we needed for an amazing mini-moon and birthday!’
Claire and Dev, Mt Maunganui


‘We really adored your cute cottage and the setting. Very clean and cozy, such a lovely place inside and out. We will definitely come back to you if we can return to NZ someday.’
Booths, USA


‘Your cottage is definitely a home away from home. Our girls really enjoyed it here and the views are spectacular.  We will definitely be telling our friends all about your beautiful cottage.’
Fisher family, Sydney, Australia


‘We have had such a peaceful and comfortable stay here. You’ve thought of everything and we wish we could have stayed longer but hope to be back. Thank you for the great hospitality.’
Lisa and Erik, San Fran, USA