The Old Schoolhouse

29 Manuka Bay Road, Cheviot
6
Max Guests
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathroom

About this Holiday House

"The Old Schoolhouse" is how official documents refer to this historic Manuka Bay villa but it would be more accurate to call it "The School Mistress's House." Before rail, the port just north of the villa was the main conduit for commerce and the township of Port Robinson was planned out around it and the school and the principal's house were built. The quality construction, ornate fireplaces and grand setting of ˜The Old Schoolhouse" are testimony to the aspirations of those times. Although situated within minutes of Gore Bay's popular attractions, the Schoolhouse maintains a tranquil setting being insulated by pasture land and paper roads of the unformed town. It looks across a reserve to the Point Gibson beacon with the ocean beyond and its last long term resident (and mother of the current owner) was, for 12 years, the unofficial lighthouse keeper. The villa's furniture and decorations still convey the cozy atmosphere she created there. For the 45 years prior to retirement this lady was - you guessed it - a schoolteacher! Within 15 mins. of the Schoolhouse are two beaches, a lagoon, river, bushwalks, a seal colony and Cheviot township. New Sleepout - the rebuild of the historic farm-shed has enabled cozy accommodation for an extra couple or single person. *Fold out divan *Sunny and fully insulated (see photos) No outdoor fires No groups of under 20 year olds

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: No pets
No pets
Amenity: Linen provided
Linen provided
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
Amenity: No disabled access
No disabled access
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning
Amenity: Electric heat
Electric heat
Amenity: Fire wood supplied
Fire wood supplied
Amenity: Heat pump
Heat pump
Amenity: Oil heaters
Oil heaters
Amenity: Wood stove
Wood stove
Kitchen
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Accessible Bathroom
Accessible Bathroom
Amenity: Bath
Bath
Amenity: Extra Toilet
Extra Toilet
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Dryer
Dryer
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Parking
Amenity: Off Street Parking
Off Street Parking
Entertainment
Amenity: CD player
CD player
Amenity: Stereo
Stereo
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage
Bedroom
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture

Bed layout

1 Double(s), 2 Single(s), 1 Sofa bed(s)

Special Amenities

Sleepout

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Within 15 mins. of the Schoolhouse are two beaches, Gore Bay and Manuka Bay, a lagoon, river, bushwalks, a seal colony and Cheviot township with its cafes and galleries.

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
33 total reviews

Nicola
We enjoyed our stay at the Old Schoolhouse. Five stars for the view over the paddock and out to sea from the front veranda and for location. It's lovely to be able to walk to the lighthouse to view the breakers coming in and the seals below and beautiful Manuka Bay is only a 10-15 minute walk down the hill. It's also an easy bike ride or drive to Gore Bay and other nearby spots. While the house is cosy, given its age, it did smell somewhat dusty and musty and it would benefit from a deep clean.
Response from Owner
The house is cleaned after every stay. New carpet is being laid in March in the bedroom and hallway.
Nathan
Quaint old home with everything you need located in a VERY peaceful and beautiful place. Can't wait to stay again.
Taumata
Comfortable and cosy cottage in an amazing spot. So peaceful and private, with a glimpse (and the sound) of the sea. Lovely walk down to Manuka Bay. Thanks for a great stay.
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Availability

Rates

Date rangeRatesExtra guestsMinimum stay
All year$125 / Night for 2 guests$302 Nights
All year
$125 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $30Min. stay: 2 Nights
$125 for two persons per night, $30 every extra person per night. Sleepout is $40 per night
Two night minimum stay
Vodafone and 2degrees cellphone coverage but not Spark


Location

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