Welcome to Height of Dunedin. Relax in a lovely 1-bedroom cottage in the misty clouds and experience a NZ semi-rural style living. A sunny, clean and tidy, 44 square metre, 2-room detached guesthouse sits behind our house in the heart of a unique 6-acre property. You are nestled below awesome pine trees with a well-appointed courtyard garden. Height of Dunedin is a peaceful, tranquil hideaway slightly out of the city. We are a 5km drive to a supermarket, cafes and restaurants. It is a direct 10 minutes’ drive to the Octagon and local sites. Recharge with a wine under the outdoor veranda. Be amazed by the magnificent Milky Way. Catch a shooting star and the Southern Cross wonderfully clear away from city lights. Would you like to book a farm tour with our sons Leo and Toby (10,7) who will show you around with an opportunity to ask questions, feed, pet and have close encounters with goats, deer and chickens? $10 cash. If time doesn't permit you can hand feed the pet animals in a self-guided tour and awaken to the morning chorus of local birdlife. Bird watch for these species that are either resident or fly in seasonally: tuis, bellbirds, rosella parrots, wood pigeons, magpies, paradise ducks, hawks, owls and pet hens. All this at 350 metres above sea level guarantees some snow falls during winter and beautiful, picturesque surroundings. Special onsite amenities Comfortable Bedding, spacious for 3, cosy for 5 people: The bedroom has 1 Queen sized bed as well as a pillow menu and extra bedding. Portacot and quality innerspring, wool-top Toddler Mattress (70x130cm) can be added on request. The lounge has 1 king-single bed. 1 extra single bed and 1 sofa bed can be added in the lounge upon request at time of booking. All bed linen and towels provided. There is a private en-suite bathroom including a shower, toilet, hairdryer and extra towels. Guests have access to a kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, dishes, cutlery and an outdoor barbeque. Teas, coffees and milk are complimentary. Continental breakfast ($14 per person, per night) highlights homemade jam & Otago honey, local oats, seasonal fruit and free-range eggs from our hens. Bookings recommended. Free Wireless Internet. The lounge has a TV with Freeview channels, DVD player and access to our favourite DVD movies, board games, puzzles, magazines and book exchange. Heat pump/ Air conditioning Iron and ironing board included. Children’s outdoor play equipment and highchair free to use. Portacot available on request ($30 per stay). Baby-sitting service (extra charge). We offer a quick and easy check in and are available for tour assistance for local activities. I like to be home to make sure you are settled in, so if you know the time you are going to arrive it would be great if you could let me know. Especially in winter so I can have the cottage warm for you. If there is anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable or answer queries we invite you to visit or contact us. We are passionate about being accommodating and responsive. Special attractions and activities nearby Within walking distance of forest tracks, and especially close to the Flagstaff-Pineapple Walk, with its stunning views of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula from the western hill skyline. A short drive to a supermarket, cafes, restaurants, Moana Pool and Speights Brewery. An easy and direct 10 min drive to the Octagon, Taieri Gorge Railway, Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, Otago University or Mosgiel. 8 km to the Forsyth Barr Stadium. 25 minute from Dunedin Airport.