The Prebbleton Community Cottage is an idyllic cottage located in the heart of the historic town of Prebbleton. The Cottage is ideal for community gatherings, corporate meetings and small workshops. It is also a popular location for pop up shops, attracting traffic from the main road which connects Christchurch to Selwyn.

The cottage has a total capacity of 30 people; however, this is distributed across three smaller rooms that each accommodate between 8 – 12 individuals, giving each hirer full use of the cottage.

The Main Room is the largest space available, measuring 12m in length, 3.4m in width, and 2.6m in height.

Prebbleton Community Cottage

Prebbleton Cottage

Entranceway to Prebbleton Cottage

Entrance

Prebbleton Cottage

Kitchen

Prebbleton Floorplan

Floorplan

Prebbleton

Cottage

Prebbleton Lounge

Lounge

Venue hire is charged per hour at the following rates:

Community Rate: Applies to non-profit groups whose activities are open to the public and directly benefit the local community. This includes local schools, faith groups, and community-focused events. The rate is not available for bookings involving commercial activities, private gain, or events connected to political parties, candidates, or campaigns, where the activity is associated with an individual or group seeking elected office or advancing a political position.

Please note, eligibility for the Community Rate is determined at the discretion of Selwyn District Council. Proof of non-profit status or community benefit may be required.

Standard Rate: Applies to all other bookings that do not qualify for the Community Rate, including private or commercial events.

Pricing takes effect 1 July 2026 and is reviewed 1 July each year. Any quotations given during this timeframe may increase in line with this.
Additional charges or requirements may apply depending on the nature of your booking.

Rooms available

RoomCapacityEquipmentRates and information
Cottage

Up to 30 people

This capacity is distributed across three smaller rooms that each accommodate between 8 – 12 individuals, giving each hirer full use of the cottage.

The Main Room is the largest space, measuring L 12m x W 3.4m x H 2.6m

  • Square tables: 4
  • Whiteboard
  • Trestle Tables: 1
  • Chairs: 30

Kitchen Facilities:

  • Hot Water Urn
  • Jug
  • Crockery
  • Glassware
  • Stovetop Oven
  • Fridge
  • Benchtop workspace
  • Sink and dishwashing facilities
  • Basic cleaning supplies (dishwashing liquid, cloths, etc)
  • Power outlets for small appliances

Standard Rate: $20.50 per hour

Community Rate: $11.60 per hour

There is an additional kitchenette hire charge of $21.10.

Not provided:

  • Cooking utensils (e.g. spatulas, tongs, ladles, whisks)
  • Pots and pans (saucepans, frying pans, stock pots, etc.)
  • Oven trays and baking dishes
  • Mixing bowls and measuring cups/spoons
  • Knives and chopping boards
  • Tea towels and oven mitts
  • Food storage containers and cling wrap/foil (if needed)