Booking Calendar

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Toast Martinborough

Sorry, we have a permanent booking for Toast Martinborough, the house is not available over the Toast weekend.

New Years Eve

We like to use the house ourselves at New Years so it is unavailable over that period.

 

Rates

Rates per night, per room

One Bedroom

Two Bedrooms

Three Bedrooms

$250

 $375

 $500

Rates Information

When you book The Secret Garden you get exclusive use of the whole house.  Rates are based on a per bedroom basis - one couple using one bedroom pays $250, but two singles using two bedrooms pay $375.

The Secret Garden has three Queen bedrooms, and sleeps up to six people. Please note that the 3rd bedroom is located in the Gardener's Cottage which does not have its own bathroom, but is only 10 meters from the main house.

  • The minimum stay is two nights (except for long weekends as listed below).
  • The above rates are in New Zealand dollars and include GST.
  • A 50% deposit is required to secure your booking.
  • The remaining 50% is due 14 days prior to your arrival.
  • Payment is by direct credit (internet banking).
  • We require credit card details as a damage deposit, nothing will be charged to your credit card under normal circumstances.
  • Rates are subject to change without notice.

Cancellation Policy

If you give us more than two weeks notice we will happily refund your deposit. Unfortunately cancellations within two weeks of your booking will forfeit the deposit.

Special Events and Long Weekends

The following holidays and special events have a minimum night stay as follows:

  • Wellington Anniversary – 3 nights
  • Easter – 3 nights
  • Queens Birthday – 3 nights
  • Labour Weekend – 3 nights
  • Christmas / New Years (21 Dec – 6 Jan) – 4 nights
  • Other Public Holidays and long weekends – 3 nights


Please note, an additional surcharge is applied during high demand events such as Martinborough Fair weekends.

House Rules

The Secret Garden is our family holiday home which we are happy to share when we aren’t using it. As it is our family holiday home it contains many things that are special to us, and it means more to us than just a rental property. Some of our regular guests have come to feel the same way about it, so for us and our guests we ask that you consider the following.

Functions, Parties and Weddings

We don't allow parties or functions to be held at the property without prior arrangement. Please contact us to discuss.

Common Sense and Courtesy

This isn't us just being picky, each of these comes from a real example that we have experienced:

  • No Smoking inside. If you smoke outside please use an ashtray and empty it into the rubbish before you leave (please don't throw your dirty yucky cigarette butts on the lawn or the garden).
  • Please leave the house in a clean and tidy state e.g. It would be great if you could place dirty dishes in the dishwasher and turn it on before you leave.
  • The house is for paying guests only. Whilst we don't mind if you have friends around for a visit or lunch etc, the house is not to be used for parties or big gatherings. Formal functions (e.g. weddings) may be permitted by prior arrangement; please contact us to discuss your plans.
  • Please leave the furniture where it was found. Outdoor furniture lives outdoors and indoor furniture lives indoors. This includes stereo equipment - please don't move the speakers, stereo cabinet or the stereo cables at the back of the cabinet.
  • Please place rubbish including wine bottles into the wheelie bin provided.
  • Damaged items are to be replaced or be brought to our attention. Accidents happen - please take responsibility for them and let us know about them.
  • Please treat the neighbourhood with respect.  Many of the houses are owner occupied.
  • We need help with the BBQ – The cleaners are finding it extremely difficult to clean the BBQ after it has cooled off.  If you use it, can you please wipe it down with paper towels while still warm. 
  • Pets are not allowed without prior arrangement. If (by prior arrangement) your dog has joined you on your stay, please pick up their poo from the lawn, put it into a plastic bag, and put it into the bin.
  • Please treat our home with respect for its owners and future guests.

 

Thank you and we hope you enjoy your stay!