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Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you

3.0 star property
Cottage in Upper Plain with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Masterton, Wellington Region
  • Place, Vintage Aviation Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Masterton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Upper Plain

At this cottage, you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Museum of Early Childhood and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Henley Lake. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a TV are also available. Change of towels is available on request .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym and Hot tub as well as access to a playground. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • Museum of Early Childhood - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Vintage Aviation Museum - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Masterton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 6.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Screening Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪RE Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Ride - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Basil's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tripoli Bistro - ‬6 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.

Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you

The listing is for Tapia cottage, which sits at the front of the historic Tapia property originally built in 1865. The cottage offers modern comfort, peace and quiet, elegant surroundings and a good base of operations from which to explore all that the Wairarapa has to offer. There are two bedrooms, each with a queen double bed, and a mezzanine loft with two single beds. The living room has two sofa beds as well.

A heated spa pool (40 degrees) soothes sore muscles after a day of exploring the Wairarapa. A trampoline can keep the kids occupied. A 12 metre swimming pool allows relaxing cooling off on hot Wairarapa days. A fire brazier area lets you talk around the fire right next to the pool. The pool is heated in season and unavailable during winter and the colder months, from March to November. It is exclusively for guest use. The pool season depends on the weather and can start as late as December.

For the tree minded Tapia Cottage is home to the "Big Aussie", a eucalyptus reputedly the largest girthed. multi-stemmed eucalyptus in New Zealand at around 13 metres.

A Gen 3 Tesla Charging unit on 3 phase power provides up to 11kw. This can charge up to 80 kilometres per hour at 16 amps. It fits most EV brands. We ask for a $20 contribution to costs per charge.

A modern Weber gas barbecue (gas supplied) and hood helps out on those summer days.

Previous guests have used Tapia Cottage as a base to explore the region, to honeymoon, to rest before and after tramps in the Tararuas, to attend events in the Wairarapa, to reconnect with family and friends, to just have some time out, to enjoy the shortbread or all of the above. Bridal, hen and girl weekends have been particularly popular. Tapia Cottage is NOT a party venue. Neighbors enjoy the peace and quiet. Late checkouts can be negotiated.

There is also a Charcoal barbecue provided with utensils, bring your own charcoal.

Plentiful split dry old man pine/eucalyptus/acacia dealbata is stored for the burner and brazier. Back up 3 phase generator provides resilience in the event of a power cut.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Gym
  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you?

The closest beach to Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you is Riversdale Beach (42.5 km).

Does Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you have a pool?

Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you has a heated pool and a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you.

Is Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's books, it's no surprise that Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you?

No, Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.