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Fern Valley Cabin - Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hautere, Wellington
  • Place, Otaki Gorge
  • Place, Waikanae Beach
  • Place, Paraparaumu Beach
  • Airport, Paraparaumu (PPQ)

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About the neighborhood

Hautere

This vacation home is located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Otaki Gorge and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Otaki River Walks. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The A Frame - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fern Valley Cabin - Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge

Our private cabin is tucked away in the Otaki Gorge and looks over the Otaki river. You require a 4WD SUV (eg Toyota RAV4 ) no 2WDs are acceptable. From the carpark on Otaki Gorge Road is a 1km drive or walk on a private 4wd track and bridge crossing the Otaki river to the cabin. A perfect getaway for couples. There are plenty of bushwalks and river activities on your doorstep. Or simply relax to the sound of native birdsong.
The cabin is off grid and totally relies on solar power ,it features an open plan kitchen and lounge which opens up to the large deck with views over the river. There is one queen bedroom and a bunk bedroom which sleeps 2. You can step outside to a BBQ area and outdoor bathtub.There is limited cell phone coverage for Spark and 2degrees customers.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. The vacation home also includes an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking indoors

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children
  • Note from host: Open water area and rock cliffs need supervision

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Bush retreat
Fern Valley Cabin Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge
Fern Valley Cabin Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Forks
Fern Valley Cabin - Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge Hautere

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Hautere, close to Otaki Gorge.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Fern Valley Cabin - Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge?

At this riverfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Fern Valley Cabin - Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is 22 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Fern Valley Cabin - Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge?

Yes, every accommodation at Fern Valley Cabin - Native Bush Retreat in Otaki Gorge comes with a balcony.