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Whitimanuka Retreat - Your ultimate private getaway with incredible views.

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

Whitimanuka Retreat - Your ultimate private getaway with incredible views.

Perched on top of a hill overlooking the stunning Wairarapa Valley, Whitimanuka Retreat offers breathtaking views from every room. Designed as a peaceful escape, this beautifully crafted retreat combines comfort, luxury, and the beauty of the surrounding landscape.

In the bedroom, sink into the super king bed and wake to uninterrupted views across the farm toward the magnificent Tararua Range. Enjoy hotel-quality sheets, a natural linen duvet, and a selection of pillows for the perfect night’s sleep. A long window seat provides the ideal place to relax with a coffee, a glass of wine, or your favourite book while watching the animals graze nearby and the valley below. Four spacious drawers beneath the seat and a full wardrobe provide plenty of storage during your stay.

The generous ensuite bathroom has been designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. It features plush bathrobes, quality toiletries, towels and facecloths, a large walk-in shower with grab rails, and a toilet with grab rails. The beautiful freestanding bath sits beneath the window, allowing you to soak under the stars on a crisp winter evening. Underfloor heating keeps the space cosy and warm throughout the colder months.

The fully equipped kitchen includes everything needed to prepare meals during your stay. Complimentary tea, coffee, herbal teas, sugar, olive oil, salt and pepper are provided. The kitchen features a gas oven and cooktop, dish drawer, electric kettle, and pour-over coffee setup.

The living area is warm and welcoming, featuring a handmade couch crafted in Martinborough using timber milled from our own farm. Curl up beside the wood burner with a book from the bookshelf, enjoy a board game or puzzle, or simply relax and take in the views. Firewood and pine cones are supplied, and the fire quickly warms the entire retreat.

Outside, there are two separate deck areas to enjoy. The entrance deck includes the barbecue and firewood storage, while the front deck is perfectly positioned to soak up the expansive valley views. Here you’ll find outdoor lounge chairs, a dining setting, and an outdoor bath — the ultimate place to unwind beneath the night sky.

Whitimanuka Retreat sits within the internationally recognised Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve, offering spectacular stargazing on clear nights. The outdoor bath is the perfect place to relax and experience the magic of the stars above.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Stonehenge Aotearoa.
  • The cabin offers a hairdryer
  • 13 minutes by car from Stonehenge Aotearoa and 14 minutes from Schubert Wines

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 20

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

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Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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