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Private retreat with vineyard views & dark skies in the heart of Wairarapa

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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East Taratahi, Wellington
  • Popular LocationGladstone Vineyard7 min drive
  • Popular LocationAratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History15 min drive
  • Popular LocationQueen Elizabeth Park16 min drive
  • AirportMasterton (MRO-Hood)21 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Private retreat with vineyard views & dark skies in the heart of Wairarapa

Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis just 15 mins from Greytown or Masterton and 25 from Martinborough.

The house is a haven, down a long private driveway opening to stunning views over the Gladstone vineyards. Next door to Urlar vineyard, you're also just a walk or cycle away from 3 more vineyards, Leafyridge Olives and the Cliffs swimming hole.

There's a cosy fire for winter, a fire pit for summer star gazing, four poster bed, kitchen, BBQ, and a fast EV charger available.

The house is secluded and opens out to huge views over the local vineyards - and the sky is dark enough to see the Milky Way! It's best suited to one or two couples.

There's a large open plan living/dining/kitchen room, a bathroom with shower over bath and two bedrooms. One has a super king four poster, the other a comfortable queen bed. Outside there's space to eat and also to soak up the sunshine or sit around the fire pit.

The house is on the upper level with large lawns and shady trees which you're welcome to explore. On the lower level there is a lake (where the owners live) which you can access via a goat track down the hill.

It's only a short drive to a great swimming hole and picnic area by the river (or a 20 min walk). Masterton's supermarkets, shopping, parks, pubs and bars are a 12 min drive. Carterton's cafes and supermarkets are about the same. Greytown is 15 mins away and Martinborough 25. The airfield at Hood is nearby and the WW1 planes fly overhead often.

Property manager

Marie-Claire

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

East Taratahi

Located in East Taratahi, this holiday home is in a rural area. Johner Estate and Gladstone Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Henley Lake and Queen Elizabeth Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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East Taratahi, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Gladstone Vineyard - 7 min drive
  • Henley Lake - 14 min drive
  • Shear Discovery - 15 min drive
  • Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History - 15 min drive
  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitre 10 Mega - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Grill Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Strada - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tripoli Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hell Pizza - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private retreat with vineyard views & dark skies in the heart of Wairarapa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private retreat with vineyard views & dark skies in the heart of Wairarapa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private retreat with vineyard views & dark skies in the heart of Wairarapa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private retreat with vineyard views & dark skies in the heart of Wairarapa located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Johner Estate and within 9 miles (15 km) of Gladstone Vineyard and Vintage Aviation Museum. Old Stick & Rudder Company and Museum of Early Childhood are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay!
Nicely renovated holiday home with everything you need, nice wood fire, spa and great rural views, very quiet location handy to Masterton, Will stay there again forsure! Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brendon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet and peaceful
Was a lovely place, great views, no noise or light at night. There were a lot of cockroaches about but that is to be expected being rural. Great amenaties, would recommend to anyone needing a relaxing get away. Closer to town than we thought.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt J., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
We loved every moment there. Beautiful place full of character. Would definitely recommend to all!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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