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Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town

Family-friendly cottage in Carterton with free breakfast

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Exterior
Dining
A heated pool
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Explore the area

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Carterton, Carterton
  • Place, Daysh House Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Stonehenge Aotearoa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cobblestones Village Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Paraparaumu (PPQ)
    ‪85 min drive‬

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About the area

Carterton

A family-friendly stay in Carterton awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Stonehenge Aotearoa and 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Cobblestones Village Museum. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer, an iron/ironing board and a desk are also available.

What's nearby

  • Daysh House Garden - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Stonehenge Aotearoa - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Cobblestones Village Museum - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Stonehenge Aotearoa - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Martinborough Vineyard - 29 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Oats - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Clareville Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The White Swan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ginger’s Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town

Waihakeke Cottage, located on a small farm, is for those looking for stand alone modern accommodation away from town.
During these times of potential Covid-19 risk we will be doing extra cleaning., and we'll be asking anyone who is unwell to think about coming to stay at a later date.

Our cottage was built in late 2015, and while adjacent to the main house, is private with fantastic rural views over farmland and towards the Tararua Range and Eastern Hills. Clean, and modern with double glazing for warmth in Winter; cool in Summer.

The swimming pool is available for our guests(seasonal). We've got lambs and calves in Spring, sometimes pigs, ducks and chickens. And always our 2 friendly labradors.
A short 5 minute drive to fabulous shops and cafes in Greytown and Carterton, and 20 minutes to Martinborough. Go walking in the Tararuas, sample wines in Gladstone or Martinborough, bike on the rail trail in Greytown or on the country roads. Plenty to do or just relax taking in the views.
We offer complimentary tea/coffee(Nespresso machine), some fresh home baking and eggs from our chickens.
Special conditions:
Ask about buying a dozen eggs from our chickens to take home-$5 a dozen subject to the chickens laying!!
No smoking inside

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Please ask, but be aware we are a working farm

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$227.5, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town?

No, Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town?

No, pets are not allowed.