Hawkhill Cottage

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Book and stay for any 3 midweek (Sunday - Thursday) nights during June, July and August - and you'll only pay for 2!

Napier

Hawkhill Cottage is located in a semi-rural area just 15 minutes from Central Napier.

The one-room (with bathroom) cottage has a distinctly Mediterranean vibe... Terracotta tiles, plaster walls, nestled amongst lavender, rosemary, olives and tall cypress trees - it's like you've stepped into a little corner of Tuscany in the Hawke's Bay.

With expansive views, the cottage looks East over the Ahuriri Lagoon, out towards Napier and the Pacific Ocean beyond. You can see from Cape Kidnappers through to Bluff Hill, Mahia and the Kaweka Ranges. The sunrise is sensational - and the sunset peaceful to sit and watch with a glass of wine in hand. The twinkling lights of Napier are spectacular at night.

Bird watchers will love the wetland birds on the lagoon, as well as the plentiful hawks, pheasants, quails, yellowhead, tuis, and woodpigeon who regularly visit the cottage and gardens.

The surrounding garden is lush and fruitful - and guests are welcome to help themselves to the citrus fruit, figs, feijoas, avocados, macadamia and walnuts when in season.

We rarely find a spot that is so close to a vibrant town, yet so tranquil. Enjoy the wineries, arts and beaches of Napier during the day - and retreat to your own little peaceful paradise at the end of it all. Perfect.

FROM $260 p/n

Sleeps 3
Child Friendly
Dog Friendly
Specials

A $50 Single Night Surcharge applies on top of the nightly rate when booking a single night. You will need to add this charge during the booking process. The calendar below will specify where one-night bookings are allowed.

address

148 Ballantyne Road, Poraiti, Napier

directions

Hawkhill Cottage is just 10-15 minutes from central Napier and the airport. Follow the Google Maps to the address and follow the arrival instructions you receive in your pre-arrival email to get to the accommodation.

Note: You will receive a pre-arrival email with your host's contact details 5 days prior to your stay. If you have booked within 5 days and haven't received a pre-arrival email shortly after booking, please email us at [email protected].

Hawkhill Cottage

What time is Check-in and check-out?

Check in - between 3pm - 7pm (or later by arrangement)
Check out - by 11am

What are the Bed and bedding arrangements?

Hawkhill Cottage is perfect for a couple, with 2 people in a king-sized bed, however there is a single foldaway bed that could be put down for a child, and a portacot available for an infant (note that this would make the space very cosy though).

Full linen, towels and bedding are supplied. The bed is made up with cotton sheets and a wool duvet. There are plenty of spare blankets.

What are the kitchen and cooking facilities?

A kitchenette is inside the cottage with a small bench and fridge. A Weber gas barbeque and double electric hob are available for cooking. You'll find all the pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and utensils you'll need to cook.

Some pantry basics are supplied - olive oil, salt and pepper, tea, coffee, milk.

What are the bathroom facilities?

The bathroom has a basin, flushing-toilet and shower-over-bath. French doors from the bathroom open up to the view over the estuary.

Is there power?

Yes! Hawkhill Cottage has mains power and WIFI.

Is there mobile phone reception?

Yes. There is mobile phone reception for major networks. There is mains power at the cottage so phones and devices can be charged.

What sort of heating is there?

There is an electric heater in the cottage for cooler days and evenings.

What is glamping like in winter?

Hawkhill Cottage is a fully enclosed cottage with heating, lots of warm bedding and lots of other elements to make your stay cosy and atmospheric. It's perfect for winter stays.

Is Hawkhill Cottage child-friendly?

Yes! Children are welcome at Hawkhill cottage, please note that the beds available for children are a single foldaway bed and a portacot for a baby or toddler. It will be a tight squeeze in the cottage when the foldaway is down.

Can I bring my dog?

Hawkhill Cottage allows dogs - but they must stay outside the cottage in a crate. The area isn't fenced, so if you bring your dog, you must make sure they stay close by.

How private and remote is Hawkhill Cottage?

The cottage itself is very quiet, peaceful and private, however it's not as remote as the usual Canopy Camping experience. The cottage is located just outside Napier in a semi-rural area. There are neighbouring properties 50-100 metres away and you'll see the twinkling lights of Napier in the near distance.

What is the access like and where do I park my car?

There is s car park area which is about a 40m walk from the cottage.

Can I have a campfire?

No, there are no campfires allowed at Hawkhill Cottage.

What do I need to bring?

Food and drink - make sure you bring all the food and drink you need for your stay.
Warm clothes - it can be chilly in the mornings and at night when star-gazing.
Shower and bath toiletries.
Insect repellent and sunscreen.

Are there any safety considerations?

Do not cross any fences.
Stay on the mown grass paths to and from the car parking area and cottage.
There is minimal lighting at night, so use the torch provided or on your cell phone. We suggest leaving an outdoor light on if venturing out at night.
No fires.
Be careful when entering the shower/bath.
Be careful on rural roads as there are no road markings.

Can I stay for one night only?

All Year Round:

There is a standard minimum stay period of 2 nights.

Single nights are only allowed where there is a one night gap between bookings. One night gaps between bookings will be made available to book online with a $50 Single Night Surcharge applicable.

Public Holiday Weekends:

The minimum booking period for long weekends such as Labour Weekend, Anniversary Weekend, etc is 3 nights. The minimum booking period for Easter is 4 nights. There are sometimes longer minimum stay periods across Christmas and New Year and these will be specified in the online availability calendar.

Our minimum night policies are strictly adhered to. Please note that there are no exceptions to the policies for Hawkhill Cottage.

Minimum Nights

Our minimum night policies are strictly adhered to. Please note that there are no exceptions to the policies outlined below for Hawkhill Cottage.

All Year Round:

There is a standard minimum stay period of 2 nights.

Single nights are only allowed where there is a one night gap between bookings. One night gaps between bookings will be made available to book online with a $50 Single Night Surcharge applicable.

Public Holiday Weekends:

Rates

All year round*:

The standard nightly rate is $260 for up to 2 people
An additional child (aged 16 years or younger) on a mattress is $20 per child, per night
A child under two years old with BYO portacot and bedding is free, otherwise per child rate applies.

*Note - the only exception to this year-round rate is for winery concert weekends (eg. Mission concert) which are charged at $400 per night.

Single Night Surcharge:

Where single nights are bookable (see Minimum Stay Periods) a Single Night Surcharge of $50 applies. Please apply this during the online booking process.

The Single Night Surcharge applies to all one night stays, even when there is only one night available. By their nature, glamping sites are more remote and time-consuming to service than more standard accommodation types. Therefore, in order to cover the costs and time involved, a Single Night Surcharge is applicable to all one night stays.

Gift Vouchers

Give the gift of glamping! Gift Vouchers are available for use at any of our Canopy Camping Escapes glamping sites. These are provided in electronic format, for you to print out and pop in a greeting card for the lucky recipient. Read more about our gift vouchers, including how to purchase one, here.

2. cancellation, date changes and severe weather warnings

2.1 Canopy Camping reserves the right to cancel the booking in the event of exceptional or unforeseen circumstances. This right will only be exercised in good faith and in exceptional circumstances such as:

(a) Extreme weather conditions that mean accessing or staying may pose a safety risk for the guest;

(b) Any alteration to the host property which may pose a safety risk for the guest;

(d) A death in the host families.

Canopy Camping’s liability will be limited to refund of booking cost and under no circumstances shall extend to any other incidental or other costs incurred by the client. In the unlikely event that Canopy Camping must exercise this option it will use its best endeavours to offer either a full refund, or to alter the booking to another date, or site at no additional cost or penalty.

2.2 Your 10% deposit (or 10% of the value of your stay) is non-refundable, however it can be transferred to another booking made within a 12 month period, if your stay is cancelled more than 21 days prior to your arrival.

2.3 Cancellation or date changes by you within 4-21 days of your arrival date will result in 50% of the total cost of your stay being charged. Cancellation or date changes within 3 days of your arrival date will result in 100% of the total cost of your stay being charged.

2.4 Date changes made more than 21 days prior to your original arrival date are allowed without penalty.

3. safety and hazards

3.1 Accommodation is often situated on working farms and there are hazards both natural and man-made. You accept that you enter the property at your own risk to participate in a glamping holiday.

3.2 Participation in activities such as, outdoor baths, climbing trees, walking on the property and any other activity on the property is the responsibility of the Guest and is done so at their own risk.

3.3 Canopy Camping Escapes accept no liability for accident, loss of property or personal injury whilst on your stay.

4. pets

No pets are allowed unless otherwise specified on the website listing. Most accommodation is situated on working farms and therefore are not suitable for visiting pets.

5. GST

GST of 15% (where the accommodation is GST-registered) is included in the daily per night cost. A tax receipt will be supplied by Canopy Camping Escapes if requested.

6. conditions of occupancy and conduct

6.1 Guests have the right to occupy the Property for the paid holiday period only.

6.2 Guests are required to observe the rules and familiarise themselves with the procedures contained in the information folder provided in the accommodation.

6.3 Guests shall take all reasonable and proper care of the property and its furniture, fittings and effects in or on the property and leave them in the same state of repair, condition, cleanliness and tidiness as at the commencement of the rental period.

6.4 Guests are required to inform the owner of any damage or breakage in or around the property promptly so that it can be repaired and replaced for the next guests. Guests are bound to reimburse the owners for replacement or repair.

6.5 Where the property has not been left in the same state of condition, cleanliness and tidiness as at the commencement of the rental period, the guest will be required to pay an additional cleaning cost of $100.

6.6 Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

6.7 Guests undertake to behave in a proper, appropriate and legal manner with due respect to the Owner, the Property and other guests and their property. If any guest behaves inappropriately or improperly (of which the Owner will be the final judge on their Property), or illegally, the Owner reserves the right to ask the guest and their party (at their discretion) to leave the Property before the end of the holiday period. Any refund for so doing will be at the entire discretion of the Owner in consultation with Canopy Camping Escapes.

7. authority to sign

The person who completes the Booking Form certifies that: he or she is authorised to agree the Booking Conditions on behalf of all persons included in the Booking Form, including those substituted or added at a later date; the signatory is over eighteen years of age; they agree to take responsibility for the party occupying the Property, and to notify Canopy Camping Escapes if they are not a member of the holiday party.

Eating and Drinking

Hawkhill Cottage has all the facilities you need to self-cater. Just bring your own food, and prepare meals in the kitchenette. There is a double electric element and barbeque for cooking and you'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

If you want a break from cooking, both Misson Estate and Churchroad wineries are only 5-minutes away - or head to Napier (just 15-minutes drive away) for a selection of fantastic cafes and restaurants.

If you need to pop out for supplies, you'll find a supermarket in Napier, about a 15-minute drive away.
Things to do

Hawkhill Cottage is a peaceful escape - and the perfect place to base yourself for exploring the Hawke's Bay region.

With everything from Art Deco Tours to wineries, the Hawke's Bay Farmers Market to pottery and art studios - and floristry and cooking classes - there really is something for everyone.

If you're keen to get active, bring your bikes! The Hawke's Bay cycle trail has a starting point 5 minutes away from Hawkhill Cottage.

Those that wish to just relax and enjoy the peaceful vibe of the cottage will love watching the birdlife found on the lagoon and a range of natives that love to visit the surrounding gardens.

There are plenty of board games to keep you entertained.
Your Hosts

Katrina, Richard, their two daughters Amelia and Greta, Rubble the Golden Retriever and Chilli the cat are your hosts at Hawkhill Cottage.

After enjoying an urban lifestyle for 15 years, in 2017 the family felt the need for a change of pace. The Hawkhill property was discovered on a holiday in Hawkes Bay - Richard's beloved hometown.

Driving to Hawkhill for the first time along the narrow country road, taking in the native birds, the toi tois, the fresh country air, and animals Katrina was reminded of her grandparent's lifestyle property in Ti Point. Upon arriving at the Hawkhill property, the peacefulness, the beautiful views, the lavender, the warmth of the sun, took them back to St Emilion, a wine village in Bordeaux where they got engaged seven years earlier. They jumped at the chance to purchase the property and made the move from Auckland in January 2017.

Now, Monday to Friday, Richard is an Investment Adviser at Craig Investment Partners in Havelock North, while Katrina is a Chartered Accountant who spends half the week carrying out this role in Napier, and the rest of her time with the kids - and tending to the lifestyle property and lovely Hawkhill Cottage.

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Hawkhill Cottage is a beautiful place with beautiful surrounds! We had the best views, sunrise and sunset, all while being tucked away from civilisation. Would 100% recommend.
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- 05 Jul 2022
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Beautiful cottage, and the hosts were lovely and helpful. Would recommend staying here for sure, the views are incredible!
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- 03 May 2022
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Hawkill Cottage was so peaceful and private with an abundance of birdlife to listen to and watch. We enjoyed the bountiful offerings of Hawke’s Bay during the day, following a luxuriously slow morning enjoying the cottage and its remarkable views. We then retreated back to the cottage at dusk to enjoy the peace and tranquility with local wine and foods. Bliss.
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- 12 Apr 2022
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Hawkhill Cottage is the place to stay if you are in the Hawke's Bay region. Beautiful little cottage, great privacy and an amazing views in the mornings! Can't wait to come back.
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- 08 Mar 2022
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Perfect get away in these crazy times we live in. Comfortable and easy to get to but still secluded.
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- 24 Feb 2022
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My partner and I had an absolutely lovely time here! Stunning view and beautiful cottage - we would come back here in a heartbeat.
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- 17 Feb 2022
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What a glorious location, peace and quiet, views, bird life. We didn’t want to leave, loved it.
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- 08 Feb 2022
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The location is amazing and takes your breath away.
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- 01 Feb 2022
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Such a peaceful, relaxing place to stay.
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- 29 Jan 2022
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We loved our stay at Hawkhill Cottage. It is a quiet, secluded spot with a lovely view of Napier. The cottage is tastefully decorated with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Not too far to travel to local vineyards and the city itself, would definitely recommend!
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- 20 Dec 2021
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Hawkhill Cottage is the perfect escape, so close to Napier but also very secluded. Exactly what we wanted for a trip away.
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- 20 Dec 2021
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Beautiful cottage in very peaceful surrounding. Lovely gardens and outlook. Great place to relax and enjoy a weekend away. Loved our stay thank you
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- 30 Nov 2021

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