[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! Cottage in Otaki with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30390000/30385200/30385182/c0143af9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30390000/30385200/30385182/7a4c089c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30390000/30385200/30385182/5e8fab44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30390000/30385200/30385182/ac760faf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30390000/30385200/30385182/270-bdbc97c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this secluded modern cottage near Wellington, surrounded by native bush and abundant bird life. Enjoy the quiet atmosphere, wood burner, and spa bath after a day of exploring Otaki's attractions like outlet shops or a bush walk along the river. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! A self contained, extremely well appointed modern cottage surrounded by native bush and farm land. Quiet and secluded with abundant bird life. For added interest, the main trunk railway line is not too far away. The cottage is an easy one hour drive north of Wellington, five minutes north of Otaki. Come and visit our slice of paradise and the many other attractions Otaki has to offer. The excellent Outlet shops with bargains for all, have a walk on the beach and try some beach combing, with lots of fresh sea air. If you are feeling energetic try a bush walk up Otaki Forks or Crystals Bend and have a swim in the Otaki river. Try the Otaki Races for a bit of fun or a lazy time fishing on the river or the beach. Facilities include, BBQ, cook-top and oven, wood burner, spa bath, Covered deck for outdoor dining and to view the native bush and bird life. Just bring your book, favorite bottle of wine, put your feet up and relax in this quiet secluded getaway. Special conditions: Minimum stay of 3 nights on long weekends Additional Adults $40 per person per night Smoking allowed outside only Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included); Bedroom set-up: Bedroom 1- Queen-size Bed Mezzanine Bedroom - Double Bed ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 538 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34003900/34003857/9ee2f1a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic brick stables Otaki - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace 9.8 Exceptional 493 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=34003857&PinnedHotelID=34003857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114213100/114213009/b345b549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy pods, 2 minutes walk from beach - pet friendly! 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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 Relaxing Retreat Need Some Time Out Escape Here House Otaki Relaxing Retreat Need Some Time Out Escape Here House Relaxing Retreat Need Some Time Out Escape Here Otaki Relaxing Retreat Need Some Time Out Escape Here Relaxing Retreat Need Some Ti Relaxing Retreat Need Some Time Out Escape Here! Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! Otaki Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! Cottage Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! Cottage Otaki ## 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-40.73532%2C175.17609&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qp4W0IIf5ARgGvNfY0Q-cV09hKQ=) Otaki, OTAKI #### What's nearby - Otaki River Walks - 12 min drive - 8.2 km - Otaki Beach - 14 min drive - 10.6 km - Worser Bay - 14 min drive - 10.6 km - Waikanae Beach - 23 min drive - 27.2 km - Paraparaumu Beach - 28 min drive - 32.2 km #### Getting around - Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Sixty Six - ‬9 min drive - ‪River Cottage Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mum's Sushi - ‬9 min drive - ‪Streetwise - ‬7 min drive - ‪Reds Cafe - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Otaki River Walks, Otane Market, and Otaki Dog Park. Otaki Beach and Worser Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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