[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town Family-friendly cottage in Carterton with free breakfast ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991700/37991680/a98826ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991700/37991680/32a5a6c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991700/37991680/ab3a58eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991700/37991680/6ee946e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37991700/37991680/3d1e290d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Waihakeke Cottage, nestled on a small farm, offers modern accommodation with fantastic rural views of the Tararua Range and Eastern Hills. Enjoy seasonal swimming pool access, lambs and calves in Spring or take a short drive to Greytown's fabulous shops and cafes. Fresh from the Nespresso machine coffee awaits you along with home baking. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - - Washer - Parking available - Pool - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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); ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Fenced private pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33261500/33261423/ad4faa3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The house for all seasons, occasions and ages. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Waihakeke Fantastic Rural Views Waihakeke-a Rural Getaway so Close to Town Cottage Waihakeke-a Rural Getaway so Close to Town Carterton Waihakeke-a Rural Getaway so Close to Town Cottage Carterton ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.05112%2C175.50200&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SK1qy1tWzwivat30J4aT1aFixW8=) Carterton, Carterton #### 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 - ‪Corner Cafe - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town on Oct 12, 2025 start from CA $137.58, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Carterton-Hotels-Waihakeke-Fantastic-Rural-Views.h37991680.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town located? > Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Stonehenge Aotearoa, Cobblestones Village Museum, and Alexia Urban Winery. Stonehenge Aotearoa and Gladstone Vineyard are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waihakeke-a rural getaway so close to town Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 32 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla C. Dec 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Good location, easy to find the place. Clean. ##### Carla C. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne C. Mar 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic place Loved the home made bread and eggs thanks ##### Joanne C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen T. Mar 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country stop after Martinborough fair Great little bach in the country, lots of home made treats and friendly farm dogs and animals. Enjoyed our night away, thank you ##### Colleen T. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allo B. Apr 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get away Nice quiet place to stay also close to town and the children enjoyed seeing the Animals. Awesome Host easy to communicate with Thanks ##### Allo B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Mar 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A beautiful property and a great location. We really appreciated the hosts allowing our kids to feed the animals and have a swim in the pool. The accommodation was lovely and comfy with everything we needed. We'd love to sray again. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane C. Jan 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### on tour with mum This was an accessible property close to main road, but peaceful and very well provisioned. We enjoyed using this place as a base for visiting local Wairarapa towns. ##### Jane C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Piers F. Jun 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend getaway Very nice cottage, modern clean and warm. Nicole was really helpful and accommodating for my family. Happy to recommend and will definitely stay here again. Thanks! ##### Piers F. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tobin Mar 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The best hostess! She left us fresh bread and cookies as well as farm fresh eggs! the area was beautiful with sheep pastures all around. the cottage was clean and everything updated! Wonderful stay! ##### tobin Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shuyan W. Apr 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Animal farm vibe Bach Very kid friendly ##### Shuyan W. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken S., Waipawa Jan 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful 2 night base Serenity is the perfect description for the lovely home to stay in. We were greeted by a gorgeous four legged girl with a red band gumboot as a welcome gift. Meeting the owner was like meeting a old family member. Having the home baked bread, fresh eggs, and homemade jam along with Tea Leaf tea was a winner. Its a great place to stay, we are coming back. ##### Ken S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great spot for our weekend away - Nicole was very helpful and the place was just what we needed ##### James Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel Nov 13, 2023 ##### Samuel Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James P. Mar 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quite Great to deal with but because of weather storm we were unable to get there or stay ##### James P. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Nov 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication Lovely place and great hosts. Above and beyond facilities and little touches, we would highly recommend. ##### Julie Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deloise H. Aug 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and lovely place We had a lovely weekend at this property. Very peaceful and quiet and not far if you want to escape Wellington. Nicole is a great host and very accommodating. Will definitely return. ##### Deloise H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark F. Jun 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved our stay. What a lovely place and hosts. The home made bread and biscuits were so yummy yummy and the freshly laid eggs for breakfast were wonderful. We stay again 😊 ##### Mark F. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances T. Oct 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A home away from home We enjoyed this farm experience, with all the comforts of home, beautiful rural scenery, peaceful and quiet, with a lovely welcome of fresh bread, farm eggs and home-made biscuits. ##### Frances T. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert J. Oct 14, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely host Thanks to the host for being easy around checking out the property beforehand. Real easy process and nice touches added. Thanks ##### Robert J. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacinta G. Apr 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient country get-away Nice property, and good location between Greytown and Carterton, with peaceful views of sheep in the paddocks, and of hills beyond. Set back from SH2, so easy to find, but not noisy. Lovely friendly family hosting, and fresh home baking and eggs were a real treat. Kids enjoyed the books, board games, and fort in the garden 😀 ##### Jacinta G. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayla G. Mar 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay - very family friendly We really enjoyed our stay. The lovely hosts greeted us, gave us fresh bread, cookies and milk. The house was well set up for families and the kids loved the toys and pool! The beds were comfortable and had everything we needed. We loved the friendly labradors and looking out to see the cows and farmland ##### Kayla G. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrienne M. Feb 8, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short n sweet Nicole and Dr. Dave were fabulous hosts. Fresh farm eggs and homemade bread and biscuits = fantastic. The swimming pool was incredible. Fabulously maintained. ##### Adrienne M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tereska K. Jan 14, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic location for a Wairarapa visit Nicole is a great host. Lovely fresh bread and eggs provided as well as homemade biscuits! Property ticks all the boxes. Beds were comfortable & everything supplied that we needed. Swimming pool was welcome on a hot afternoon. Dogs were lovely and added to the charm. ##### Tereska K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan ,Wendy and Annie L. Oct 12, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Very good thanks ##### Alan ,Wendy and Annie L. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian P. Jul 12, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely spot to recharge our batteries We had a lovely weekend at this property - the hosts were very friendly and welcoming, and the cottage was clean, warm and modern. The (still warm) homemade bread and biscuits were a treat. Our 6 year son absolutely loved the sweet animals, and being able to bottle-feed a tiny lamb was very special! ##### Gillian P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah S. Feb 3, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short and sweet The property owner was so lovely and they were amazing hosts. The little cottage is so clean and feels very homey. Love waking up to the view of their farmland and all the animals. The pool was amazing and the facilities were awesome. Very accurate to the listing and no doubt we will be back! Highly recommend ##### Hannah S.