Nisbet Cottage is no ordinary B and B. Hildegard, the owner, used to teach Biology and Chemistry and also has a post-graduate qualification in Tourism. Her rates include the chance to enjoy some of the most interesting observations possible in Dunedin, 'New Zealand's capital of wild life', specifically on the remote but beautiful Otago Peninsula. Approaching the house for the... More

The formula of Nisbet Cottage is what caught our attention on the internet. Our plan was to treat ourselves with some luxury after doing some tramping in the Fjordland, but also to stay active. Our expections were met. The B&B has outstanding rooms. Tastefully decorated (difficult to find in NZ) but also functional (easy to find in NZ). The building... More

I can’t add much to the other wonderful reviews. The cottage was beautiful. The things that exceeded expectations were, a bowl full of cherries as a room snack, towel warmer in the bathroom, great view out of the deck, wine and delicious snacks in the afternoon. Hildegard called in great recommendations for dinners in Dunedin. As the other reviews stated,... More

Hildegard is very enthusiastic, knowledgeable and an excellent hostess. We stayed here to experience the early morning wildlife trip. We were made to feel very welcome and had a fantastic day observing the birdlife of the area and, along with Richard the penguins and walrus. After an early start, 4.10am it was a long day but we both thoroughly enjoyed... More

Beautiful home, large comfortable rooms, outstanding guided tours!! We had the room with 2 separate bedrooms, each with its own sitting area. We had more space than we could use, and slept like we were home. The complimentary wine and nibbles in the evening before dinner were very enjoyable. We did both of the tours they offered, on separate days... More

Hildegarde made it clear from the second she opened the door to welcome us that nothing was more important to her than giving us the intense introduction we wanted into the nature surrounding Dunedin. She personally took us to see natural forests, albatrosses, and birds of every which kind and she arranged for us a dawn yellow-eyed penguin excursion with... More

Nisbet Cottage is a fine place to stay and Hildegard is a wonderful hostess. We booked this B&B in order to experience the early morning wildlife excursion, as well as the full day tour which is an inclusive package. We were not disappointed. Not only was the accommodation outstanding but the breakfasts were delicious too. We really appreciated the wine... More

We stayed at Nisbet Cottage for two nights as part of the package we purchased to go on the eco-tour with Nature Guides Otago, which has the same owner as the Cottage. Our rooms, and the entire place, was just beautiful. Gleaming woodwork, beautiful art by friends and family of the owners, comfortable beds and spacious rooms, expansive views, and... More

Although we centre on penguins for the title of this review that was a very special small part of a unique experience which included wonderful accommodation, knowledgable guides and a hostess, Hildegard, with just the right amount of interest while allowing one privacy. We spent 3 months in NZ over their Spring/Summer and Nisbet is a very special part of... More