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Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, towels, toilet paper
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Interior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ngaere, Taranaki
  • Place, Taranaki Pioneer Village
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Victoria Park Memorial
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ngaere

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Taranaki Pioneer Village and King Edward Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Taranaki Pioneer Village - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • King Edward Park - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Victoria Park Memorial - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Percy Thomson Gallery - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 8 min drive
  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colonel Malone's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Pequena - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ky Fast Food & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nelsons Cafe - ‬9 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.

Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat

Queen bed with 1500 threadcount sheets!
Oak wardrobe and drawers.

Mid renovation - lounge unfinished.
KIDS OVER 3 YRS ALLOWED (can't edit the other details)
SHARE LIVING SPACE WITH OWNERS - this the cheap price!

WE DO NOT PROVIDE MEALS. (Not BnB). Coffee and tea available.

Gotta love animals - horse, 2 dogs, goat, cat and chickens.
Five minutes from Stratford. 20 minutes from Hawera. 30 minutes from beautiful Opunake beach. Hollard Gardens, Dawson Falls and mountain approximately 15 minutes away.

Property is fully fenced and gated (remote).
Nights are silent (no traffic noise etc) - enjoy the stars!!
You must love animals - our dogs are boisterous and very friendly.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 2:30 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ngaere, close to Taranaki Pioneer Village, Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre, and Victoria Park Memorial. You'll also find King Edward Park and Percy Thomson Gallery within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat on Jun 9, 2026 start from $59, 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.

Is parking available on site at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next 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 Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen in each house plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.

Does Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Does Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is New Plymouth (NPL), which is about 25.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

No, there aren't any house at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat that offer a balcony.

Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

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

Rural retreat

Wonderful hosts and lovely friendly animals. Very relaxing stay, made to feel very welcome. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillippa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked thinking it was separate from the main house (like a sleep-out), but it turned out to be a room in the owners’ house. Kristen was very pleasant but it wasn’t what we wanted so we didn’t stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yvonne M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Stay

The description of the accommodation was accurate. I was not under any illusions and it fitted my needs. I was grateful to be able to bring my dogs. Sharing bathroom/toilet with owners was a little disconcerting, to find a middle of the night toilet stop meant I had to flush the toilet before I used it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Duncan P.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Communication
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024