The Apple Pickers' Cottages

The Apple Pickers'Cottages are a family favourite that we have returned to time and time again. Most recently I stayed at Miro with my partner for a few nights and it was, as always, wonderful. The bach is perfectly situated on the shore of the Waimea inlet. Getting there is easy from Nelson airport, with the cottages set in anidyllic location. Miro has a private garden and terrace with views out over the inlet and even a barbeque! It is full of lovely unique features including paintings and photos from the history of the area and walk recommendations - as well as the option to leave food scraps for the chickens - who are very cute! The kitchen is fully stocked with equipment, spices, and it's easy to find wonderful local produce to cook if you wish. Everything has been thought of - including yoga mats. Make sure to bring walking shoes and swimsuits to get the most from what the area offers! Elspeth is an amazing host and clearly puts a lot of love into the cottages and the land around them. We're looking forward to our next visit already!
Apr 2nd, 2023

Another fabulous stay at Apple Pickers Cottages. Weve stayed at all three cottages over the years and our favourite cottage is Miro. It is super quaint with its own little sun blessed garden from where to watch the spoonbills spoon billing. The view across the estuary was simply breathtaking especially in the early morning light. Elspeth and Kim, the hosts, are casually hospitable. We have seen the results of all their hard work over the years with their continual conservation and restoration of the wetlands. They are environmental warriors and their endless planting of native trees and plants has resulted in a charming landscape with an abundance of beautiful bird life all around. The breakfast is a must, with delicious homemade marmalade and preserves, and special tea blends. There was a well stocked pantry which is great. Much more than the basic salt and pepper! The cottages all have artfully selected retro interiors and furnishings which add to the charm plus modern bathrooms with a good shower. I have no hesitation in recommending The Apple Pickers cottages to anyone looking for a truly memorable and unique holiday experience. The perfect place to relax and unwind. Our thanks to the hosts for having the vision to create such a magical place and always striving to make it even better.
Mar 31st, 2023

Elspeths property, cottages, and hospitality blew us away on our road trip through New Zealand - and was easily the best place we stayed! The Miro cottage had everything we could ever need (including a full kitchen, fresh flowers, apples from the property, etc. ) and we even were able to do laundry on site. The views of the estuary were sublime and made for a beautiful sunset/sunrise. Highly recommend for anyone considering a stay - and will definitely be back!
Feb 15th, 2023

Jan 26th, 2023

Apple Picker's is so beautiful, it truly is such a special place to stay. We have had the good fortune of visiting twice now, and we cannot wait to return. The cottages have been so lovingly decorated, the attention to detail is superb, they are appointed with everything you could possibly need. The only problem now is I compare everywhere else we stay in NZ to here... there is nothing else like it. Thank you, Elspeth and Kim, for sharing your gift of hospitality with us.
Jun 2nd, 2022