3 bedroom Cottage for 6 guests in Kumara Township.This unique 1876 Heritage Gold Miners Cottage has been faithfully maintained by our family in the traditional style of the colonial era with antiques of that period. Stay in comfort but be prepared to Step back in time to appreciate our pioneering families way of life. With parlor (lounge) & musical instruments. No TV but board games cards & family entertainment. in 1876 teens & adults didnt need internet for entertainment so there are none in this cottage. Shower over claw foot bath. Mangle wringer over twin concrete tubs all in working order. A scullery ( now called a kitchenette) with jug toaster, electric elements Microwave Fridge ( all hidden away out of sight to maintain the cottages historic feel) Maintained & preserved for future generations. this Idyllic colonial cottage is not a replica but an original home. The land was first purchased by our pioneering family back in 1876 when they arrived to stake a claim during the Kumara Gold Rush they purchased land & worked as Gold Miners for many years. Now into the 6th generation West Coast family our historical records are available to read. The cottage is only intended for use by those people that are interested in and can appreciate colonial buildings and history. it is not intended just as a tourist bed for the night but for a week as an experience of colonial life. We hope you enjoy our families heritage holiday home.