Welcome to Susannah’s
Farm Cottage Accommodation
2-6 guests - 3 bedrooms
Bookings Available from 1 October 2024
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Free WIFI
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SKY TV
〰️ Free WIFI 〰️ SKY TV
Wrap 1-2 night’s stay around your Northern Coromandel Experience.
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The History
An elderly cottage dating back to pre-1900 was relocated from further down Wharf Road to our property in the 1930’s. It was formerly the home of the Jeffcoat Family Matriarch, Susannah Jeffcoat (Nannah) and is where she spent her later years before passing in the late 1950’s. Over time it fell into disrepair but now it sits, beautifully restored looking forward to its next journey in life, as a quality lodging for our lovely guests.
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The Location
The fully self-contained cottage is located on a very quiet country road just over one kilometre from Colville Town and 26 kilometres from Coromandel Town. It proudly sits in a sheltered, sunny spot on the northern corner of our 20 acre farm. It comes complete with rural views and distant seaviews across the tidal Colville Bay. The front deck makes a welcoming spot to sit and enjoy your morning coffee as the sun rises across the Coromandel Ranges.
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The Contents
With room to sleep up to six guests, Susannah’s is suitable as either a lovely retreat for couples or for a group of friends keen to explore the outdoors. The bedrooms consist of a super-king, a queen bed and two sets of bunks. The cottage is further complimented with open plan kitchen/dining that flows beautifully into a private backyard area complete with a Weber BBQ. The cosy lounge is heated with a brand new woodburner and the cottage is finished off with a bath, shower and two toilets.
Rural Vibes and Views
Just out the window is the original Jeffcoat block of land purchased in 1865 not long after the family emigrated from London for a “better life”. Now owned six generations later by Gavin and Leanne Jeffcoat, the farming trend continues with up to 20 beefies and a dozen sheep grazed throughout the year. Over the past seven years a re-fencing and stream planting programme has been commenced with some very rewarding results.
Coastal Sensations
Just across the way is Colville Bay with the views constantly changing as it transitions from low tide to high tide and back again throughout the day. Watch the shorebirds as they feed across the mudflats before relaxing on the foreshore over high tide. Dotterils, stilts, herons, godwits and oyster catchers proudly call this their home. Beach access is barely five minutes walk from Susannah’s.
Pricing Options:-
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Day One: Travel to Colville after your day’s activity on the Coromandel Peninsula. As you pass through Coromandel Town, pause for an early dinner or bring your own (BYO) supplies to cook in the kitchen at Susannah’s. Colville is 30 minutes north of Coromandel Town on a quiet, tarsealed road. Check-in time 3pm till 8pm.
Day Two: Enjoy a complimentary, continental breakfast of cereal, muesli, fruit, yoghurt, toast, eggs spreads and freshly brewed coffee or perhaps a pot of tea.
Day Two Experience:- Join your experience with us whether it be the full day Coastal Walkway Tour, the Hike & Ride Combo or perhaps you are joining the Port Jackson Shuttle. Either way the van will be waiting for you outside just before 9.15 am. Lunches are available for purchase from the local cafe, Hereford n A Pickle.
Enjoy your day out with our experienced driver Gavin. He will take care of you ensuring your safe return to Susannah’s around 3.30 to 6.00 pm that afternoon.
Day Two Dinner:- With dinner options limited in Colville, either you can cook from your own supplies or please inquire as we can provide a delicious lasagne meal with fresh seasonal salads for an additional cost. Top it off with either sticky date pudding or dutch apple crumble for dessert.
Day Three: All good things must come to end but let’s finish it off with yet another yummy breakfast before you head off on your next adventure.
Accommodation Pricing:-
Two Nights for 2x Guests $380.00
Two Nights for 3x Guests $480.00
Two Nights for 4x Guests $560.00
Two Nights for 5x Guests $640.00
Two Nights for 6x Guests $720.00
**Includes continental breakfasts.
Minimum Two, Maximum Six. If you are booking for less than six I will block out the rest of the booking upon confirmation, so you can have the cottage to yourselves.
Dinner and Desert Options: Please inquire.
Pre-book a brown bag lunch prepared by Hereford n A Pickle Cafe @ $15 each. Includes sandwiches, slice and fruit.
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Day One: Set out on your journey to Colville, the meeting point for the Hike & Bike and Pahi Coastal Walk Shuttles. These depart right across the road from Susannah's. As you pass through Coromandel Town, pause for an early dinner or bring your own (BYO) supplies to cook in the kitchen at Susannah’s.
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With dinner options limited in Colville, either you can cook from your own supplies or by arrangement, we can provide a delicious lasagne meal with fresh seasonal salads. Top it off with either chocolate brownie or apple and rhubarb crumble for dessert.
Day Two: Enjoy a complimentary, continental breakfast of cereal, muesli, fruit, yoghurt and freshly brewed coffee or perhaps a pot of tea.
Head over the road to join to join your shuttle. Brown bag lunches are available for purchase from the local cafe, Hereford n A Pickle.
Pricing:-
Susannah’s Accommodation Price Per Night: $230 for Two Adults. Each extra adult $40 pp. Includes Continental Breakfast.
Minimum two, maximum six. If you are booking for less than six I will block out the rest of the booking upon confirmation, so you can have the cottage to yourselves.
Dinner and Desert : Please inquire.
Brown bag lunch prepared by Hereford n A Pickle Cafe $15 each, must be pre-ordered. Includes sandwiches, slice and fruit.
Unfortunately as Susannah’s is located on a working farm, it is not suitable for pets or children under 12 years old.
What to bring or not....
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Kitchen/Dining Details
The kitchen is fully equipped with oven, fridge, freezer and microwave if you choose to cook your own food. Large pantry with plates, cups, bowls and standard food prep items. NB: There is no dishwasher.
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The Lounge
There is a portable Bose Bluetooth sound system and a 26 inch TV with SKY TV. There is also free WIFI available at Susannah’s.
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Bedrooms and Bedding
Sheets, mink blankets and/or duvets are all provided. The house is cosy and well insulated so there are no electric blankets. There is a zip together super king, queen bed and two sets of single bunks.
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Bathroom Supplies & Towels
Bath towels, soap and toilet paper provided but please bring your beach towels.
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Laundry
There is a washing machine and laundry sink with washing powder provided. There is an outdoor line and clothes airer for drying purposes. NB: there is no clothes drier.
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Carparking and Garage
There is a small, internal access garage at the rear of the cottage which is suitable for storage if bringing your own bike. Offstreet parking is available at Susannah’s.
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The Heating
With a never ending supply of wood (located in the garage) there was no question that we install a brand new woodburner. PS it heats the water as well. Smoke alarms are installed. Fire extinguisher on site.
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The BBQ Area
The dining room flows beautifully out to the BBQ area complete with a handy bench and Weber BBQ for your use.
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Miscellaneous Stuff
Access to Susannah’s is separate and approx 200 metres from the main dwelling. That is also where the Pahi Shuttle departs (meet from 8.45 am).
Not included:- air-conditioning, dryer, carbon monoxide alarm
A Word About Food in Colville
Fresh/frozen meat, pickles, brunch and lunches are available at the Hereford n A Pickle Cafe in Colville however it closes around 4pm*. Friday nights offer a special treat when Cathy and the team lash out some pretty awesome home made burgers.
Colville General Store is well stocked with well-known food brands along with a range of organic and bulk bin items. It closes around 5pm*.
You may choose to stock up on your food supplies at Pak N Save, Thames or Coromandel Four Square for your first night. Otherwise dine in Coromandel Town on your way through to Colville. From fish n chips, turkish, indian to quality restaurant food, there is a good choice available of delicious food.
Or you could be totally spoilt and see what lasagne/salad/dessert combo the Hike & Bike team can whip up for you.
* - seasonal hours may apply.
To help you enjoy your stay………..
Bikes
Complimentary, standard mountain bikes are available to help you get around town.
Kayaks
Moored over at Little Jack’s Bay under the Norfolk pine are two kayaks, free for you to use.
Important Details (Please read):-
Checkin time from 3pm, checkout 10am. These times can be altered by arrangement, however please make contact first.
Please park at the end of the driveway to the left of the cottage. A garage door remote will be provided for entry to the property.
Colville is 26 kilometres from Coromandel Town.
It takes approximately 35 minutes to drive here from Coromandel Town.
The road to Colville is tarsealed.
The roads north of Colville are gravel and many hire companies forbid their vehicles from being driven north of Colville.
There is ample carparking on the front lawn area at 83 Wharf Road, Colville.
Unfortunately as Susannah’s is a working farm it is not suitable for pets or children under 12 years old.
Terms & Conditions for Susannah’s are attached here.
