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Country getaway, 15 mins to Feilding. Self contained apartment.

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Room
Dining
Living area
Living area
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, toilet, and a shelf with toiletries.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Feilding, Feilding RD 7
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Arena Manawatu
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Compact bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Country getaway, 15 mins to Feilding. Self contained apartment.

Chill out or use as a base to explore some back country. This unexpectedly modern guest apartment is across a courtyard from the owner's restored 1880s shepherd's cottage.
An excellent base for hiking, rural cycling, events in Feilding, Palmerston North or a stop off on the way north and south. A favourite with Wellington professionals seeking country adventure and the unhurried joys of market town shopping. Three towns to explore within a one hour drive - cafes, second hand treasures, boutique offerings.
Special conditions:
Maximum two adult guests overnight
Guest's visitors welcome until 11pm each night
The safety of children visiting guests is the sole responsibility of guests.
No smoking within property boundaries - ie inside and outside - strictly enforced
No parties

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$30.00 per stay); Linen (included);

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20041603
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kiwitea

Located in Kiwitea, this apartment is in a rural area. Rangatira Golf Club and Dannevirke Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Community Leisure Centre and New Zealand Rugby Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Feilding, Feilding RD 7

What's nearby

  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 40 min drive - 48.8 km
  • City Library - 40 min drive - 48.8 km
  • The Square - 40 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 40 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Victoria Esplanade - 41 min drive - 49.9 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansens Cafe And Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mirchi's Fine Indian Cuisine Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cheltenham Hotel - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country getaway, 15 mins to Feilding. Self contained apartment. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Country getaway, 15 mins to Feilding. Self contained apartment. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Country getaway, 15 mins to Feilding. Self contained apartment. ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country getaway, 15 mins to Feilding. Self contained apartment. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Country getaway, 15 mins to Feilding. Self contained apartment. located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 25 miles (40 km) of Mt. Lees Reserve, Sanson Community Library and Skyhawk Playground. Sanson Library and Palmerston North Hospital are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host(s) were welcoming and very helpful. The accommodation was tidy and clean and well kitted out with everything I needed. The breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby M.

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

Lovely stay

My stay here was fantastic, hosts were very hospitable and the accommodation very comfortable clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2025
It was great to be able to host a guest who needed a next day booking for a big event. Sometimes the best of plans just don't come together! Lovely to be able to offer you a quiet respite at the end of long working days Abby. Thanks for being such a considerate guest (and for loving our dog!) Kind regards Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

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

Pete’s wedding

Owners were very friendly and welcoming. Was very comfortable and well set up. Enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2023
Hey Linda and Bernard - we love hosting folks who visit the Manawatu for a country wedding. Glad you were comfortable and had all you needed - thanks for leaving everything so tidy - all the best Paula and Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Lovely peaceful place

We really enjoyed our stay here in the peaceful farmland area. Host was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

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

Thoughtful added extras

Perfect accommodation for a couple, with lots of lovely added extras, which made the stay comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Kiwitia Cottage

Such a well presented property . Paula goes the extra mile for her guests . Meeting Arthur was the icing on the cake .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2023
Thank you - it was lovely meeting you both - thanks for looking after the place and for posting back the key! Hope to see you back racing in our hood in future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shirley q.

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

Highly recommend

Paula is very nice person, talk to me about local history. They provided many different breakfast options. The house is very quiet, you will have peaceful sleeping after busy traveling days. I highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2022
Shirley and her party are excellent guests who communicated clearly about their plans and needs. They were quiet and left our apartment very very tidy and clean - thank you Shirley. We recommend them to other hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Kiwitea Cottage

The isolation provided by the farm atmosphere is very relaxing . The space is very well equiped and extremely clean and tidy . The hosts remained in the background , but were attentive to any further needs .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Home from home and highly recommended.

We booked this property for a four week stay whilst visiting our children and grandchildren locally. Within 24 hours of arriving we went down with Covid. Paula and Mark couldn't have been more sympathetic and helpful, providing test kits, face masks and disinfectant wipes. Once we'd recovered we were able to engage more fully with P&M who were most welcoming and provided all the comforts we could possibly need. The property was spotlessly clean, amply equipped and truly comfortable and peaceful. In fact the most telling comment we can make is that it is a real home from home. We would highly recommend this property and, who knows, we may be back again. Beware of Archie, the dog...if you open your car door he'll be in!! He's harmless and very cute.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2024
Chris and Alice - We very much enjoyed offering you some respite at a challenging time. Its our privilege to share the NZ country side with city folk. So appreciated the way you cared for our apartment - and would welcome you back any time. It's such a long haul from a Southern hemisphere winter to a NZ summer. So pleased you felt able to relax! Right now cider apples are ripening; we are making sauce, jam and chutneys and there are buckets of roses after summer pruning. It's hot and there are beans and tomatoes to pick from the vegetable garden everyday. The joys of self sufficiency are very tangible in autumn!! Take care of yourselves - best wishes from us - Paula and Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip D.

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

Very enjoyable weekend away

Lovely property, quiet location that is still near centres of various sizes, friendly and welcoming host. The array of food provided was really good, breakfast was covered as was morning and afternoon snacks and drinks. We were so well served by breakfast that lunch wasn't really required during our stay. Paula recommended a dinner option that was excellent and a local cafe that was also very good (when Diana approves of the Ginger Slice it must be good). We wanted a quiet couple of days to do things at our own pace and just to take it easy, making a few trips over relatively short distances. We got all that and more at Kiwitea Cottage Apartment, thank you very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked the extra little touches in all areas ie Chocolate beside the bed, Preserves in the fridge, Fresh fruit available, Personal Hygiene things available if required. Great Breakfast options. Loads of information on things to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F.

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

Idyllic country apartment

We spent two nights here on our recent trip to NZ. Paula and Mark were fantastic hosts and we very much enjoyed talking to them about their vegetable gardens, organic certification process and the chickens and ducks as well as Mark's incredible art. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable and we will definitely return in the future. The apartment was brilliant, incredibly comfortable and stocked with the essentials and so much more. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Dear Hannah and Tom - it was a pleasure to host you both. The future is bright if your world view prevails! Good luck establishing a productive rural enterprise in the future. We will welcome you back anytime - best wishes Paula and Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark c.

Beautiful relaxing break. Excellent hosts. Immaculate accommodation.

Spent an additional night (four nights) In February 2019 at this amazing property. We arrived early as arranged prior and were welcomed by extremely friendly accommodating hosts. The accommodation was immaculate, fully equipped and stocked with all the basic pantry requirements you could wish for and more. We were treated as part of the family and very much enjoyed the gardens and ducks! We have rebooked for next year and recommend this property for those looking for a relaxing stay and great company. Thanks to Mark and Paula for your hospitality and invaluable local knowledge.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Hey - we really enjoyed your visit, meeting fellow gardeners and sharing what's good to do in this rural slightly out of the way part of the world - best wishes, Paula & Mark
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kendall G.

Te cottage is very well appointed.

Te cottage is very well appointed. The property is very interesting - with a charming organic garden.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
"We enjoyed talking about our organic certification journey with people who are interested and who are themselves gardeners"
Archival

8/10 Good

Colleen M.

As above.

As above.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
It's a question we get - is it the same as the pictures? The answer is yes and no. The apartment interior is exactly as the pictures show. The garden is often more overgrown - a summer flush of sweet peas and poppies, towering winter broad beans, an autumn tumble of triffid-like cherry tomatoes, a spring battle between early greens and weeds.

About the host

Hosted by PaulaAl2

Host profile image
Hi - I'm Paula and with my husband Mark I've have been hosting guests since 2016. Our work (and that of both of our parents) propelled us to live in quite a few places. So we know what special looks like - Kiwitea is off the beaten track but just a 20 minute drive to everything we need. We like to have travelers coming and going and are happy to let you decide how much interaction you want. Share a coffee or a glass of wine with us or just come and go. We are organic food growers. Mark is a working artist. I write web content and am involved in creative projects. We're social, enjoy cooking and are part of a warm inclusive local community.

Why they chose this property

We bought this renovated historic cottage with its acre of class one soil and guaranteed community water supply so we could develop a certified organic garden. It's a conversion from pasture to garden beds and four years on the shelter is growing fast! We feel blessed to be part of a warm creative productive community and neighbourhood.

What makes this property unique

It's quiet. You can see the stars at night. The bed and the sofa are so comfortable.

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