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Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4.0 star property
4-star cottage near Hauraki Rail Trail Thames

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available

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304 Grafton Road, Thames, 0800
  • Coromandel Peninsula
    1 min walk
  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames
    5 min drive
  • Bayon Expresso
    4 min drive
  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    102 min drive

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  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
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  • 15 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 30 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 28 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Thames

In Thames .You'll find Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Goldfields Shopping Centre within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Thames Historical Museum and Goldmine Experience are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 5 min drive
  • Thames Historical Museum - 5 min drive
  • Goldfields Shopping Centre - 5 min drive
  • Thames Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Goldmine Experience - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hot Chocolate Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Turua School - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Melbourne - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Grafton Cottage & Chalets

4-star cottage near Hauraki Rail Trail Thames
Grafton Cottage & Chalets offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. There's a snack bar/deli on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Grafton Cottage & Chalets. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Thames cottage is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Grafton Cottage & Chalets offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Accommodations at this 4-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Thames cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle

Family friendly

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Playground

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 per person
  • Dining table
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • NZD 25.00 per pet per day
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • High pile carpet in room
  • No elevators
  • 6 stairs to reach property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Security system

General

  • 6 rooms
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms avaliable

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: NZD 40 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 40 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Grafton Cottage & Chalets Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 359 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 359 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 359 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 359 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 359 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Clare and Garth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property with great views and great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Great little spot, great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked into this property, sight unseen. We had booked in for just one night, but as soon as we arrived and saw our room (cabin) we immediately booked for another night, and wished we could have stayed for longer. Grafton Cottages & Chalets is an absolute hidden paradise gem. We felt we were in a faraway Pacific Island paradise, but high on a hill over Thames NZ. Alby checked us in, and was happy to have a chat about his premises, all those little amazing features, and worth every single word. You definitely require a car to get to the property, but you wouldn't stay anywhere else in Thames once you saw it. Warning, not a place for anyone with a mobility issue, walking around the cabins isn't all that easy, but once you get there - - - WOW !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place. Our host was lovely. Warm hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ash

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Grafton cottage! It was an amazing spot up on the hill looking out over Thames. The owners were lovely and the whole thing was great. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Relaxing
I arrived at 3pm . Ally showed me to my room and showed me the pool and spa. Winter here so the pool not in action but the spa was lovely and hot and bubbly. Lovely being outside in the evening. Room was great comfy bed, heat pump, a little stove to heat my soup and smart TV I woke to a veiw of the Firth of Thames. Although the exterior looked a little rough I had a very relaxing stay which is what I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The unit was lovely and clean, and there were some nice extras. The manager that saw me into the property was super nice. The unit was looking tired and needs some work to bring ut up to a really good standard again. same with some of the exterior, although I onluy saw this in wet, stormy weather. I would most certainly stay there again despite these things, and it that is because of the possitives I have already mentioned.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good. Enjoyed my time here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Best view in thames
Amazing view and we had a wonderful weekend thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The place was so tidy and spacious. View was amazing and we really enjoyed the staying.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

May

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating hosts, quiet and relaxing setting, fabulous views. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
FANTASTIC CHALETS HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Grafton Cottage was so fantastic we changed our stay from 1 night to 3 nights after the first night. Albie (owner) is very personable and accommodating - just basically lovely. The chalet we had our first night was a cute bedsit and had a good view out over the bay. Full cooking facilities, lots of hot water and a spa & pool right by the door. After the first night we loved it so much we asked Albie if we could stay another 2 nights and he had a 2 story chalet free for us which he only charged the bedsit price. The view was even better. We spent 2 days sipping beer in the spa and reading as rain rolled over the bay - snug and warm and comfortable. We were on a bicycling trip and were able to securely store our bikes in the garage onsite and Albie ran us into town one night (rainy and cold) to go to dinner free of charge. We will definately stay there again and would recommend to anyone looking for somewhere in the Thames area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Getting a bit tired but nice and clean and a great view! No one there on arrival but a kinda confusing map showed us the way to our room around some boardwalks and stairs that were frankly a bit rickety in places. What seemed like it could be a really great place to stay unfortunately feels like it needs a fresh injection of energy and funds to make it realize it's potential
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely tranquil property. Grafton cottages has a wonderful vibe! I definitely will be staying again, what a beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very tranquil and relaxing stay. Owner Albie is a gem. We’ll come back one day
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Very homely. Welcoming host.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view overlooking Firth of Thames, very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruslana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a cottage with a magnificent view of the garden and waterfront. Great communication with the owner and a friendly, safe place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Andy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good Bits * Beautiful view over Thames coastline from balcony * Really nice welcome * Use of the owners pool but quite a few leaves in it and not heated * Complimentary milk, biscuits and Bailey's type drink Not so good bits * Cleaning not very thorough - Someone's blond hair on the sofa and sofa pillows, *Cobwebs in exposed rafters, *External doors and windows not clean. *Mould in shower cubicle. *Dishes not washed properly - not checked before occupancy - yuck *Oven was also quite disgusting and not clean. * Can hear neighbours on the phone through bedroom wall clearly at night! This facility lets itself down with basically a poor cleaning regime. Such a simple thing to fix and it would make all the difference
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024