Title: MikiMiki Retreat. Peaceful rural cottage close to Tararua Ranges and Masterton. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # MikiMiki Retreat. Peaceful rural cottage close to Tararua Ranges and Masterton. Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for MikiMiki Retreat. Peaceful rural cottage close to Tararua Ranges and Masterton. ![TV - MikiMiki Retreat. Peaceful rural cottage close to Tararua Ranges and Masterton. (Mikimiki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122390000/122387200/122387151/e16bcd47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/0f9854c1-8083-4625-8cc0-f82e73e307ee-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=608) ![TV - MikiMiki Retreat. 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### MikiMiki Retreat. Peaceful rural cottage close to Tararua Ranges and Masterton. Experience the best of the Wairarapa from our tranquil cottage retreat! A short 20 minute drive from Masterton ( the last 5 mins on a gravel road) will bring you to our piece of paradise, tucked up against the Tararua ranges at the end of the picturesque Mikimiki valley. With many attractions nearby, there is plenty to explore. Masterton Golden Shears, Castlepoint lighthouse, Pukaha Wildlife Sanctuary, Wairarapa Stonehenge, numerous wineries, deer hunting, tramping, fishing and more. Or just relax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a cozy fireplace, spring-fed water, and the sound of the stream behind the cottage. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and business guests. Night sky perfect for stargazing. Explore the stream behind the cottage, wander down to the river and discover the swimming hole, or picnic beside the pond on the property. Hunters, bring your gear—deer are just up the road in the Tararua ranges! Enjoy easy access to fly fishing and golf courses, or just relax to the sound of birdsong. Kereru, fantails, tui, bellbird, swallows, kingfisher, and more. Often the call of moreporks can be heard on still nights. (Tastefully decorated, spacious fully contained 1 bedroom cottage. Fully equipped kitchen, dining and lounge, 1 bathroom, separate toilet and laundry. Bedroom sleeps 2\. (Fold out couch in lounge sleeps additional 1 -2) 100% cotton sheets for your comfort. Natural, non toxic products. Children are welcome, but with a pond, stream and river nearby, are 100% the full responsibility of the parents. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116735300/116735250/007b27e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape on Esplanade: (Cozy 2-Bedroom Home near Park & Pool. 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As the water is supplied via a pump please make sure all taps are turned off or the pump will run continuously. Please make sure all heaters, fans (including bathroom fan) and air conditioner / heat pump are turned off before leaving. Thank you. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No smoking, drugs or vaping inside the cottage. The cottage has a septic tank. ONLY toilet paper and human waste to be flushed down the toilet. Please wrap tampons, pads etc and place in waste bin Please NO Coffee grounds, fat, oil or food particles down the kitchen sink as they will block the septic tank. Please place in waste bin. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Parents fully responsible for children's safety. ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ## About the area Located in Mikimiki, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Queen Elizabeth Park and Henley Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre and Eketahuna Kiwi Country Information Centre. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Mikimiki travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mikimiki.dx692484044851875840) [View more Cottages in Mikimiki](https://www.expedia.ca/Mikimiki-Cottages.d692484044851875840-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-40.84003%2C175.54079&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O06apR4mOT6v_w_0zizRtaSuYQc=) Mikimiki, Wellington Region ### What's nearby - Queen Elizabeth Park \- 33 min drive \- 26.0 km - Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History \- 34 min drive \- 26.4 km - Shear Discovery \- 34 min drive \- 26.4 km - Henley Lake \- 34 min drive \- 26.4 km - Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre \- 34 min drive \- 28.9 km ### Getting around - Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 124 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Watermill Bakery - ‬37 min drive - ‪Salt Streetfood - ‬28 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is MikiMiki Retreat. 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[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David R. Jan 7, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The host, Linda, welcomed us like old friends. The cottage was spacious, very clean, and thoughtfully furnished with comfortable seating, a fully equipped kitchen, quality toiletries, and even a woodstove. Outdoors is a slice of rural heaven--mountains, meadows, a stream, and cottage garden. We spotted a 10-point buck several times in the adjacent woods. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/abdeddc7-1994-4a26-bc9c-675d9f34404d-1767822498470.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/32e91b95-0697-4a8d-bbcc-ebe820b2bbed-1767822524266.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### David R. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ethan M. Jan 1, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Couldn't fault anything, it was so easy and comfortable; my partner and I had a wonderful holiday and would be delighted to stay again some time :) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d2c0d787-3641-4c8a-b8d1-97db09ea5c44-1767308308099.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ethan M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025