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Relaxing Retreat, Need Some Time Out, Escape Here!

Cottage in Otaki with kitchen and balcony

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Sit on the porch and enjoy the serene surroundings of this cozy cabin, complete with a bench and table.
Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and sink, offering a view of the surrounding greenery.
Cozy room features a compact wood-burning stove with a glass front.
Relax in this inviting space with a comfortable sofa, flat-screen TV, and large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed and a view of the surrounding grassy field and trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4538 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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 manager

Barry

Languages

English

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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

Map
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 - 10.7 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 23 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Otaki Gorge - 26 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Nga Purapura - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Te Horo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sixty SIX - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪River Stone Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬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!?

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

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 267 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

samuel o.

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

Great place

Wonderful cosy place, fully recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

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

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

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great setting, very good value for Money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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

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

Rachael B.

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

Wonderful

Very calm surroundings and great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

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

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very lovely place to stay, peaceful, private, and homely. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

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

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

Catherine U.

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

Wonderful Cottage Stay

A superb little place to stay - tidy and clean. It was perfect for us for our week away - everything we needed. The owners were so helpful and super to deal with 😊💫
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leen C.

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

Great place

It really was a great place to stay! The house is lovely with spectacular view. We even had the opportunity to swim in the pool of the owner and had a nice talk (and beer) with him!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

A relaxing weekend

Lovely spot - peaceful, great surroundings and bird life. Would definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky M.

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

Lovely secluded place to stay, peaceful

Great, will return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alani S.

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

Beautiful house

One of the most scenic baches I have stayed in
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam K.

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

Pukeko Cottage

great little getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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

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

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

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

Craig M., Wellington

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

Relaxing

Very quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023