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Akatarawa Valley Retreat

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Upper Hutt, Wellington
  • Staglands Wildlife Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Trentham Racecourse
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Raumati Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the area

Upper Hutt

A family-friendly stay in Upper Hutt awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Cloustonville Park and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Staglands Wildlife Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a safe and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden, barbecues and a water dispenser. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Akatarawa Valley holiday home include Karapoti Park and Harcourt Park.

What's nearby

  • Staglands Wildlife Reserve - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Trentham Racecourse - 22 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 34 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Paraparaumu Beach - 38 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Raumati Beach - 41 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Pomare Station - 22 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brown Owl Fisheries - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aston Norwood Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bonnet De Douche - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Café - ‬2 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.

Akatarawa Valley Retreat

Set in a rural location, a very picturesque valley, this 4 bedroom, 2 lounge, 2 bathroom house surrounded by garden and paddocks to roam, forest and bush to explore, rivers to wade and swim in. Climb the hill, pet the goats and ponies, check out the Alpacas or just stay by the beautifully warm log fire in winter or sit on the deck listening to the birds looking at the beautiful view. Staglands Wildlife Park and the Karapoti Track nearby, Upper Hutt 20 mins and Wellington 50 mins so we have it all! Come and try it!
The space
Each lounge, one at each end of the house, has a logfire and view out to the garden. TVs are in both lounges with Netflix and a Chromecast. There is also a further TV with Chromecast in one of the double bedrooms.There is a large kitchen plus small kitchenette, 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a bath and shower. The main bedroom has a king bed looking out to the garden. The second bedroom has bunks plus a king single and a trundler. The third bedroom has a king bed and the fourth bedroom two single beds. Wifi is unlimited. There is no cell phone coverage at the property but if you have wifi-calling you can make and receive cellphone calls and texts over wifi.
Guest access
The Main entrance is on the left of the house as you come down the drive just past the carport. Parking is right next to your accommodation. Come and go as much as you like.You can let yourself in with the key in the key safe by the door or it will be unlocked for you. If possible we'll make sure you arrive to a warm log fire on those chilly days/nights.

Other things to note
We aim to offer a taste of rural New Zealand, a glimpse of nature to be treasured for the next generations. There is truly something very special about the Akatarawa Valley with its history and its beauty. Bring your gum boots, river shoes, swimming gear and come and see for yourself.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Akatarawa Valley Retreat?

The closest beach to Akatarawa Valley Retreat is Paekakiri Beach (14.7 km).

Does Akatarawa Valley Retreat have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Akatarawa Valley Retreat family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Akatarawa Valley Retreat is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Akatarawa Valley Retreat?

No, Akatarawa Valley Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Akatarawa Valley Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Akatarawa Valley Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.