Enjoy a getaway at a rural cottage with modern facilities very close to Raetihi township. Set on 10 acres, this modernised cosy dwelling in a private setting features super-comfortable and stylish furnishings, and contemporary artworks featured in every room. You'll also enjoy a large deck, wood burner, a bathtub, infinity gas hot water (meaning hot showers for everyone!)
Very conveniently located for a ski break at just 35-40 mins drive to the top of either of Mt Ruapehu's ski areas - plus, you get the added bonus of a relaxing holiday in the country. The house is cosy and warm, with the wood burning stove heating up the whole house in no time, while adding a gorgeous ambiance.
This property has been fitted out with everything you need for a comfortable bach stay. Fully equipped kitchen with new appliances. Massive couch and lounging chairs, including two chaise-style loungers, so you can put your feet up after your day's activities.
While a perfect winter base for skiing / boarding, Farm Cottage also offers a relaxing retreat for a summer adventure in the Central Plateau. An amazing north-facing view of the mountain from the top of the property (great place for a summer picnic), lovely on-site walks with a pond, pines and native trees, and animals grazing in the pasture all around.
Mountain biking tracks,stunning hikes (including the world-famous Tongariro Crossing) and trips to the Whanganui River (take a canoe or jet boat to the 'Bridge to Nowhere') all within easy reach.
House trained pets are welcome (please note that our fences are farm wire fences, so they will not keep your animals from wandering - you will need to tie them up if they're kept outside and you're concerned about this).
Board games, books, DVDs, and lots of wine glasses for your use. TV and DVD / Bluray player (note: no Sky/Freeview). Reliable mobile coverage with Spark and Vodafone.
Feel free to ask a question if you have any queries :) We'd love to hear from you! Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only, pets to be house trained. Bond required against damage. Minimum booking 2 nights.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$65.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$15.00 per person);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
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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
Frequently asked questions
Is Cosy cottage w modern facilities on 10 acres farm pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Cosy cottage w modern facilities on 10 acres farm?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy cottage w modern facilities on 10 acres farm on 1 May 2026 start from AU$136, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cosy cottage w modern facilities on 10 acres farm?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cosy cottage w modern facilities on 10 acres farm?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cosy cottage w modern facilities on 10 acres farm?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cosy cottage w modern facilities on 10 acres farm located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Raetihi Show Ground, The Dinosaur House and Ratana Church. Waimarino Golf Club and Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Here’s a polished version of your review:We had a wonderful stay! The house was clean, comfortable, and surrounded by bush, which made it feel so peaceful. Everything was well set up for a relaxing getaway. We really enjoyed our time here and will definitely be back.
Everything was perfect, communication was informative and efficient, we could have asked for better experience, thanks so very much.
Paula C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Ashleigh
18 May 2025
Liked: Amenities, communication
cute little place.private,behind beautiful pine trees.close to road though.nice really hot water & great fireplace that heated the house up well.lots of heaters provided as well.comfy bed & really nice pillows.tonnes of books & dvds.outside needed little bit of a tidy up but we had a great stay.
Such a beautiful farm and a cozy cottage, especially with the warm fire going! Communicating with the host was easy and had good directions to find the place. We will miss this cottage but hopefully we will find ourselves staying here again!
We fell in love with this place. It was exacrly what we were looking for and perfect for our little family (2 adults, 9 year old, and dog). Its not far from Ohakune at all and worth the distance in my opinion to have somewhere remote and away from the tourist madness during the peak season. It was very clean, well appointed, and we are definitely looking forward to booking this place in the future. It was a little difficult to find but all the good treasures are. Thank you very much for having us!
Loved staying here!
Kitchen has everything you need, and plenty of firewood to keep you warm. Check in process was super easy with clear instructions. All rooms have a window facing the pond which is a nice touch. Very impressed with the book and board game selection, I’ll be definitely be going back!!
Only a 10 minute drive from Ohakune. Cozy, quiet, lovely cottage with everything you want. Easy check-in process. Was very easy to get in contact with the host. We loved every minute of our stay
Cute cosy cottage with everything you need. Lovely warm fire. Great shower. Fenced yard for dogs. Close to road but very quiet. Great communication with host.
Lovely having a fire and plenty of hot water in the modern shower and kitchen. Furniture for everyone's needs, although one bedroom pretty crowded. A great base for exploring the region and the dog loved the endless supply of pinecones to play chasing with.
the house was lovely and inviting. loved the peace and tranquility. we suggest a spa on the deck. would definatly come back, thank you so much martin the kids had a blast
Jasmine A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
David R.
28 Dec 2018
Well set up comfortable holiday home
Well set up, comfortable house it suited us just fine for what we were doing. . Only issues we had were that the TV didn't work ( doesn't seem to have an aerial that we could see anyway) also we couldn't get the WIFI to work
David R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thanks for the review and feedback, glad you enjoyed your stay! The TV is set up for DVDs only, we have a wide selection of films at the cottage to enjoy. The WIFI password is on the back of the modem.
Martin
We just loved the stay at this Bach, very rustic yet comfortable. The Bach has all the relevant amenities that you would need, with a lovely array of old style books, DVDs and player- took me back a few years. The place is very well suited to just relax with an awesome fireplace and heaps of dry wood. I can highly recommend this Bach for a getaway. Thank you
Brian K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laurie
15 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the wood burning fire with a great supply of wood, the cosy decor, comfortable beds, very well equipped kitchen, great choice of board games, extensive library, easy parking, the space and serenity of the location,only 35 mins from Whakapapa and Turoroa, and 10 mins to Ohakune. Disappointed only with the non-stop rain!
What a gem of a spot ! Really peaceful and private -felt like living in a forest but comfortable!!place modern and clean and great set up to relax … easy access to great walks and kayaking - dog loved it too !! Highly recommend ! Martin a pure joy to communicate with ,and super accommodating and helpful with adding extra nights here ,when we didn’t want to leave ! 😃
Penny L.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by martll19
Martin grew up in Wales and emigrated to NZ in 2008. He met Auckland-native Kylie in 2010 and they now take their ski holidays with son Alex (born 2016).
Why they chose this property
Our cottage is a classic NZ escape, a modest building with all the comforts of home, in a rural setting. We love this area for its untouched nature, laid-back atmosphere and, of course, amazing alpine activities! There are also great summer activities with world-class walks and hikes (such as the legendary Tongariro Crossing), beautiful forests and the stunning mountains themselves.
What makes this property unique
35 mins drive to get to the ski fields at Turoa OR Whakapapa - choose your side of the mountain depending on the best conditions.
Languages:
English, French
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests