Title: Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away - 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 # Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away Vacation home in Tarras with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away ![Exterior - Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100648000/100647938/1185186b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100648000/100647938/73cb89cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels - Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100648000/100647938/716ade4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view - Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100648000/100647938/ea3c8f71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away (Tarras)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100648000/100647938/ffb7e29d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tucked away in Central Otago's rustic terrain, Ruffell Ranch Cabin offers a secluded retreat amidst vineyards and mountains. Experience 360-degree views from your private outdoor space, complete with a gas BBQ grill and outdoor fire pit for chilly winter nights. Enjoy the nearby attractions like Lake Tekapo Hot Pools, Highlands Motorsport Park, or explore Cromwell's farmers markets. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2155 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Mountain view ## 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. ### Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away Summary: Spend your holiday homes NZ getaway at Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away! Tucked away in Central Otago and surrounded by vineyards on rustic terrain, this cozy retreat is steeped in the old mining history of nearby Tarras—a charming town sure to spark your curiosity. Come unwind in our lovely cabin while enjoying the region’s scenic walks, local wineries, and other countryside delights. So pack your bags, book your stay, and we’ll see you soon! #CozyTinyHome #HolidayHomesNZ The Space: Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away is a 139-square-foot tiny home located in Tarras, a small farming settlement just 24 minutes from Central Otago. The region is known for its extremely weathered ancient mountains, alpine herb fields, and fast-flowing rivers. In a scenic location not far from Lake Tekapo Hot Pools, this includes Lake Hawea, Lake Dunstan, and Highlands Motorsport Park. What’s more, our cozy tiny home is just 27 minutes from Wanaka—a popular ski and summer resort town—and only an hour from Queenstown, home to four major ski fields: Cardrona Alpine Resort, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, and Treble Cone. Experience uninterrupted 360-degree mountain views from your private outdoor space, with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste holding tank, a hand basin, and a gas-heated shower for hot showers. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please advise that there may be agricultural noise as we are a working farm that tends to farm animals. For a well-rested stay, we recommend that guests bring earplugs with them. Guest Access: Guests will have access to our cozy tiny home and its surroundings. The Neighborhood: Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away sits in the small farming settlement of Tarras, only 24 minutes away from Central Otago and an hour's drive away from Queenstown. Explore a beautiful landscape filled with vineyards, gold mining history, a refreshing lake for swimming, and a cafe at Tarras 7 minutes away, open 9 AM - 3 PM daily. Located in a scenic spot near Lake Tekapo Hot Pools, we're also close to Lake Hawea, Lake Dunstan, and Highlands Motorsport Park. We're just 27 minutes from Wanaka and an hour from Queenstown, which is home to four major ski fields—Cardrona, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, and Treble Cone. Visitors are also welcome to explore farmers' markets in Cromwell, Wanaka, and Queenstown on Sundays throughout the summer. Getting Around: By car: \- 35 mins, 35 km drive from Wanaka \- 25 mins, 30 km drive from Cromwell \- 5 hrs, 333 km drive from Christchurch Airport \- 75 mins, 90 km drive from Queenstown Airport. All are reachable by 2WD access. By public transport: We recommend guests travel by private vehicle as there is no public transport available directly to our property. Please contact the land host for more details. Other Things to Note: \- Gas BBQ Grill is available \- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed \- No smoking allowed inside/outside the tiny home \- Children are welcome under CLOSE ADULT SUPERVISION \- Please note that we have an unfenced pond with wild ducks \- We also have 4 chickens, 3 sheep, 2 horses, a dog, and a cat \- Outdoor fire pit available only in winter months when there is no fire ban in place. \- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge \- Farm guidelines will be provided before your booking is confirmed. Kindly read through them and follow all instructions during your visit. Important note: \- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban \- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the cassette toilets and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding. Interaction with Guests: Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 155 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53720000/53716200/53716140/a4510123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Hawea Lakefront Cabin Lake Hawea - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Microwave 8.8 Excellent 37 reviews CA $175 CA $226 total includes taxes & fees Feb 9 - Feb 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=53716140&PinnedHotelID=53716140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59810000/59808500/59808421/bf363d2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Loft by the Park - Home from Home in Wanaka Otago - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=59808421&PinnedHotelID=59808421&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95141600/95141508/f72d0159.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Self Contained Wanaka Guesthouse Wanaka - Kitchen - Parking available - Microwave 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=95141508&PinnedHotelID=95141508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88950000/88941900/88941807/01221aa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1970's Renovated, self contained comfortable 2 bedroom bach Wanaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 90 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=88941807&PinnedHotelID=88941807&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119950000/119949800/119949797/a2f353d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Hawea Little Maude Snug Lake Hāwea - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=119949797&PinnedHotelID=119949797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119870000/119867400/119867391/3d7e9878.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Hideaway Studio Wānaka - Pet friendly - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=119867391&PinnedHotelID=119867391&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107900000/107895800/107895769/31731797.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Come and stay at the Enchanted Gold Miners Cottage. 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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 ### Property is also known as 64d0623e6edb4f003f567270 ## 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-44.87508%2C169.45187&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dtTxu7x8E6W0R3BB6jBMsfNEPRY=) Tarras, Otago #### What's nearby - Tarras Golf Course \- 17 min drive \- 9.1 km - Lake Dunstan \- 24 min drive \- 24.0 km - Warbirds & Wheels \- 34 min drive \- 41.6 km - Old Cromwell Town \- 36 min drive \- 46.6 km - Wānaka Lavender Farm \- 37 min drive \- 48.5 km #### Getting around - Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tarras Country Coffee Shop - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Wrinkly Rams - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away? ### What time is check-out at Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away? ### Where is Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ruffell Ranch Cabin by Tiny Away Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derry S. Mar 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Tiny house in Tarras. We stayed here for a wedding 5 minutes away in Tarras. It was a perfect location for us. Amazingly roomy space with clever layout. Very private, we didn't actually meet the hosts. ##### Derry S. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Everything was as we expected. Comfortable and efficient. ##### Jeremy Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathrin Feb 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication If you are looking for a remote tiny house for a night, I can recommend it. Very clean and cosy. We had nice weather so we could enjoy sitting on the chairs in front of it enjoying the nature around us. No traffic sounds, just nature. Our host Wendy was also helpful, giving us recommendations were to best buy groceries on our way there ##### Kathrin Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Jasper](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels.d10578.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Boston-Crosstown-Center.h1071878.Hotel-Information) > > [AceHotel Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Ace-Hotel.0-0-d178315--bAceHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Lake Buena Vista](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Orlando-Lake-Buena-Vista.h602872.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Palladium Vallarta Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Grand-Palladium-Vallarta-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h569235.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Stoney Creek](https://www.expedia.ca/Stoney-Creek-Hamilton-Hotels.0-n59255-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Silverwood Theme Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Silverwood-Theme-Park-Hotels.0-l6104928-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sun Gardens Dubrovnik](https://www.expedia.ca/Dubrovnik-Hotels-Sun-Gardens-Dubrovnik.h2625719.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Blackstrap Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Blackstrap-Lake-Hotels.0-l553248635922160895-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Vanderhoof](https://www.expedia.ca/Vanderhoof-Hotels.d6336999.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from SeaTac (SEA) to Nassau (NAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/nas/seattle-to-nassau) > > [Flights from Grande Prairie (YQU) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqu/lax/grande-prairie-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from mykonos island national airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/jmk/flights-from-mykonos-island-national-airport) > > [Flights from Lagos (LOS) to Mississauga (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/los/yyz/lagos-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Chicago (ORD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ord/toronto-to-chicago) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to New Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/del/toronto-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Dubai (DXB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/dxb/vancouver-to-dubai) > > [Flights from Spokane (GEG) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/geg/las/spokane-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Cleveland (CLE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/cle/saskatoon-to-cleveland) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Dorval (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yul/vancouver-to-montreal) ### Cars ### Cruise > [Cruises from Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-from-Vancouver.d178315.Cruise-Departure-Port) ### Packages > [Pima Air and Space Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/Pima-Air-And-Space-Museum-Tucson.d6142845.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Downtown Buffalo](https://www.expedia.ca/Buffalo-Downtown-Buffalo.dx6056533)