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Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here!

Cottage in Otaki with kitchen and balcony

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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.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4538 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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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!

Cottage in Otaki with kitchen and balcony
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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

Located in Otaki, this cottage is in a rural area. Foxton Windmill and De Molen, Windmill are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Otane Market and Lindale Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. Visit our Otaki travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Otaki River Walks
    11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Otane Market
    11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Otaki Museum
    11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Otaki Beach
    13 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Worser Bay
    13 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Sixty SIX
    9 min drive
  • River Cottage Cafe
    9 min drive
  • River Stone Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Streetwise
    7 min drive
  • La Casa Romana
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here!?

On-site parking is available at the 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!?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km) of Otaki Museum, Otaki River Walks and Otane Market. Otaki Dog Park and Otaki Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 275 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely, relaxing, time-out retreat! Very clean and cosy. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Very pleasant stay, very peaceful and beautiful surroundings
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private location. Owner came and gave us some limes from their trees when we arrived, which was nice (limes too). Fire was good, house was very clean and everything worked. Great outdoor spaces. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another lovely weekend away

We loved returning to Pukeko Cottage. We were last here 5 years ago. It is such a comfortable place to stay, in a beautiful bush setting. The trees had grown a lot and we enjoyed exploring various places on the Kapiti Coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kennedy i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful

This place was perfect- we had the best stay , it was tidy the hosts were warm and friendly and so accommodating . We loved it . Beautiful setting and lovely nature
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a relaxing quiet retreat but close to ammenities in local Otaki.Well appointed, clean and has some character to add to the holiday vibe. Highly Recommend as a restful retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena and Gerald L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage.

Quite, lovely place to stay. Had everything we needed. Sitting around the fire at night was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cottage

Location is great and cottage is clean and tidy . Plenty of firewood and the beds are super comfy . Will definately be staying again .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation & nature retreat

We felt so comfortable and welcomed at this property. The attention to detail in the gardens, lovely amenities and indoor outdoor space provided tranquility and comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking

Simply the most relaxing beautiful stay. Incredible nature, views and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

Lovely quiet spot for a long weekend. Nice deck to sit on and pleasant outlook. We enjoyed riding our bikes to Otaki beach and back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to unwind

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is very comfortable, well equipped and so peaceful. Loved sitting on the deck looking across the farmland and watching the birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pukeko Cottage Otaki

Loved staying on a farm, nice and private and peaceful, beautiful bird sounds, loved cosying up by the fire, clean and quirky. Overall a great stay 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing oasis in the country

Beautiful location and a lovely cottage. Surrounded by abundant bird life. Thank you for a wonderful saty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pukuko Cottage getaway

Lovely secluded location adjacent to a wetlands reserve, visited by many local birds and we sat on the extensive deck. Very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as good the second time

Lovely place. My second visit, and it didnt disappoint. The restored wetland with the kahikatea forest is gorgeoua.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private and peaceful

A beautiful cottage in a private and peaceful nature/rural environment, yet only a few kms north of Otaki. Good outdoor deck seating. Note there is no WiFi at the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway from Wellington

Peaceful outlook and well appointed wee cabin. Perfect for a weekend getaway away from Wellington and closer to nature. Secluded but close to Otaki if you need to pop out. Easy check in and hosts were nearby but allowed me privacy which was perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to visit again

Gorgeous rural setting, right next to a stunning wetland. Cosy, comfortable cottage with absolutely everything I needed for a self-sufficient getaway. It was very handy to the shops too, so I got the best of all worlds. Very keen to stay in this bookabach again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ōtaki hideaway

Lovely house in a great location. Great facilities, deck and garden. If you want to watch DVDs, take your own player because the DVD player doesn't work well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxed stay

This is our second time here and we have already booked again. A lovely relaxed setting, rural and beautiful. Only a 4 star for check in process as there was a wee delay in getting into the accommodation. But honestly, Barry aNd Helen are awesome hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Really good, comfortable, you have everything you need, perfect to get away from the city, not too far, but disconnected.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

tranquil

great quiet hideaway swallows swooping about birdcalls and sheep and cattle breaking up the silence only 5 mins into otaki we felt relaxed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Vicki D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning evening views

Cute little batch with country feels. Loved being out on the deck for morning coffees and in the evenings watching the sun go down. We used the bbq and the outside fire place for s’mores. Great little set up to explore the area and see family close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and private

Lovley. Bird calls constantly, good space, spent most of it outdoors! Nice and tidy, comfy bed and friendly owners with good communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023