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Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation

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Main Living Space
Room
Room
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Waitara, Taranaki
  • Place, Manukorihi Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitara West Quay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fitzroy Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation

Whether its a few days away, needing to get away, or passing through, our modern villa studio offers all the comforts of home. Our cosy studio has a comfortable bed with fresh linens, towels and WiFi. A complimentary continental breakfast is included in your stay. Set in a private garden, with off street parking. Perfect for guests with trailers & safe parking. A peaceful retreat where you can unwind and relax. Only 1 km from State highway 3 and 16 km to New Plymouth

Our studio has a lockbox key for your convenience. We have safe off street parking with room for cars and guests with trailers. Inside the studio is room darkening drapes so you can sleep soundly. For your comfort is an Aircon to keep you warm and cosy in winter and cool in summer. Our kitchenette offers all the basic cutlery and crockery needed during your stay with pots and 2 element cooker if you so choose to use.
Our Studio is set up for a cosy stay and we look forward to hosting you at Villa Retreat.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Portacot and highchair available for baby.
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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

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

About the area

Waitara

Located in Waitara, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Waitara Golf Club and Sentry Hill Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit New Plymouth Observatory and Brooklands Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TSB Stadium or Bowl of Brooklands. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Waitara, Taranaki

What's nearby

  • Manukorihi Park - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Waitara West Quay - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 15 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Pukekura Park - 16 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 18 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Field to Fork - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald’S Bell Bock - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The White Pear Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Van Dyck Pancakes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tawa Glen Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation on 17 Sept 2026 start from AU$161, 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 Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Retreat - secluded relaxation located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Manukorihi Park and Waitara Golf Club. Waitara West Quay and Waitara Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raelene J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful quiet little place to stay for couples. Very clean and tidy with everything you need. Wonderful friendly host's.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jes S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes just what i needed
Enjoying sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reneal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing hospitality and beautiful room. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to spend the week. Very grateful to Annette and Kerry and wishing them everything of the best on their next adventure
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm, cosy and homely accommodation in very tranquil setting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Niyas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host has put so much care into every detail. The place is very clean, cozy, and thoughtfully arranged. We truly enjoyed our stay. The beautiful garden was a highlight, and the host kindly showed us around. A wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I received a very warm welcome from my host. My accommodation was brilliant.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Loved the location and stay

Great place to stay, would definitely stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Lovely couple to host. Great communication and left our studio in a tidy condition. Reccomend to other hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Poi F.

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

Awesome hosts

Ideal place for short stay great host
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hosts were very friendly and welcoming and the place is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scylla G.

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

A tidy, quiet, and beautiful bach

We had the most lovely stay! Loved the personal touches, the privacy, and the continental breakfast. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Thankyou for staying with us. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and thankyou for being such lovely guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, comfortable property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scotty R.

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

Nice and relaxing

Was overall great and nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicci A.

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

Relaxing cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay. The cottage has everything we needed & the breakfast was perfect. Annette was very welcoming. The property is beautifully presented. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
It was lovely to have you stay. Thankyou for being such friendly and tidy guests. Hope the scenery home on the surf highway was enjoyable. 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

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

exceelent

Great hospitality and beautiful and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian H.

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

Peaceful retreat

Really friendly and welcoming hosts. We felt very much at home. Peaceful and secluded location, and an easy drive to New Plymouth.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay extremely relaxing and enjoyable. Lovely hosts can't fault anything I think they have nailed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Peaceful haven

Excellent accommodation with fantastic breakfast. Warm welcome from Annette and Kerry. Loved the kitchen which we used at night.Highly recommend for visitors to Taranaki
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayley B.

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

Home away from home

Lovely quiet place to stay. Very clean and welcoming! We would definitely recommend staying here. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aroha T.

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

Brilliant stay, beautiful unit lovely and secluded.

Easy to book, great communication with the host. Loved the little touches like home baking and the welcome board.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2023
Aroha and John were a pleasure to host. Friendly and had a great conversation with them. Our sudio was left neat and tidy, much appreciated. Look forward to hosting them again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, the hosts are wonderful people and went the extra mile to ensure our stay was memorable. Had everything we needed and was clean, warm and well appointed. Thanks Brett and Wendy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryll R.

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

Lovely spot, welcoming host

Such a friendly, welcoming host and a tasteful and relaxing place to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
It was a pleasure to host you Cheryll and Kevin. I hope you had a great time visiting all the beautiful gardens.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian V.

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

Just what I needed

Love staying here , so peaceful and quiet, handy to town, and very clean ,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2021
It is wonderful to have Marian stay with us again. A lovely lady, easy to talk to and a great guest. Reccomend to other hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N.

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

Absolutely brilliant!

Everything was perfect. We just loved it. Calm and restful, a beautiful garden and wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2025
So happy you enjoyed your stay with us. Thankyou for being such wonderful guests. We hope the rest of your holidays went well. Annette & Kerry.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raelyn P.

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

Lovely quiet spot

Nice quiet spot to relax after a busy day. Have no problem recommending the Villa Retreat
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2024
Thank you Raelyn for coming to stay with us. Respectful, tidy guests. Happy to reccomend to other hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Na Z.

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

Stay at New Plymouth

The hosts of the guest house are so friendly and have provided everything we wanted. The location was great which is only 20mins away from NP and the room was nice, warm, super clean. My husband and I quite enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back some time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Villa Retreat. It was lovely meeting you both Na and Leo. So pleased you enjoyed the Festival Lights in Pukekura Park. Friendly guests and great communication, be our pleasure to host Na and Leo again. Recommend to other hosts.

About the host

Hosted by Annette Sole

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Hi,
We are Annette and Kerry, your potential hosts. We have lived in Waitara for most of our lives and involved in the local community.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this land as a bare section back in 2011 starting with the barn build to live in while we designed then built our family dream home, a modern villa of our own design. We lived in the barn for 18 months and loved the life style with simple living with everything you need at your fingertips.

What makes this property unique

Private tranquil garden retreat on one acre of land.
Peaceful and secluded rural setting.
Relaxing place with all the comforts of home.

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