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Akatarawa Valley Retreat

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Upper Hutt, Wellington
  • Place, Staglands Wildlife Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Trentham Racecourse
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Raumati Beach
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Paraparaumu (PPQ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Upper Hutt

Located in Akatarawa Valley within 2 miles (3 km) of Cloustonville Park, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Staglands Wildlife Reserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Staglands Wildlife Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Trentham Racecourse - 22 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Waikanae Beach - 34 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Paraparaumu Beach - 38 min drive - 22.9 miles
  • Raumati Beach - 41 min drive - 24.7 miles

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Pomare Station - 22 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brown Owl Fisheries - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aston Norwood Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bonnet De Douche - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Café - ‬2 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.

Akatarawa Valley Retreat

Set in a rural location, a very picturesque valley, this 4 bedroom, 2 lounge, 2 bathroom house surrounded by garden and paddocks to roam, forest and bush to explore, rivers to wade and swim in. Climb the hill, pet the goats and ponies, check out the Alpacas or just stay by the beautifully warm log fire in winter or sit on the deck listening to the birds looking at the beautiful view. Staglands Wildlife Park and the Karapoti Track nearby, Upper Hutt 20 mins and Wellington 50 mins so we have it all! Come and try it!
The space
Each lounge, one at each end of the house, has a logfire and view out to the garden. TVs are in both lounges with Netflix and a Chromecast. There is also a further TV with Chromecast in one of the double bedrooms.There is a large kitchen plus small kitchenette, 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a bath and shower. The main bedroom has a king bed looking out to the garden. The second bedroom has bunks plus a king single and a trundler. The third bedroom has a king bed and the fourth bedroom two single beds. Wifi is unlimited. There is no cell phone coverage at the property but if you have wifi-calling you can make and receive cellphone calls and texts over wifi.
Guest access
The Main entrance is on the left of the house as you come down the drive just past the carport. Parking is right next to your accommodation. Come and go as much as you like.You can let yourself in with the key in the key safe by the door or it will be unlocked for you. If possible we'll make sure you arrive to a warm log fire on those chilly days/nights.

Other things to note
We aim to offer a taste of rural New Zealand, a glimpse of nature to be treasured for the next generations. There is truly something very special about the Akatarawa Valley with its history and its beauty. Bring your gum boots, river shoes, swimming gear and come and see for yourself.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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: 2:00 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.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Akatarawa Valley, close to Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Benge Hall Park, and Harcourt Park. You'll also find Cloustonville Park and Karapoti Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home associated with 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 do couples enjoy most about Akatarawa Valley Retreat?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Akatarawa Valley Retreat have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

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, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is about 10.7 mi away. Another top airport is Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), which is around 26.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Akatarawa Valley Retreat?

Yes, every accommodation at Akatarawa Valley Retreat comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.