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Akatarawa Valley Retreat
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
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Explore the area
Upper Hutt, Wellington
- Staglands Wildlife Reserve4 min drive
- Raumati Beach61 min drive
- Waikanae Beach68 min drive
- Paraparaumu (PPQ)62 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Akatarawa Valley Retreat
Set in a rural location, a very picturesque valley is this 4 bedroom, 2 lounge, 2 bathroom house surrounded by garden and paddocks to roam, forest and to 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 on your phone 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 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 on your phone 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.
Property manager
Helen Wood
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Upper Hutt
Located in Akatarawa Valley, a neighbourhood in Upper Hutt, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Gillies Group Theatre and Heretaunga Players are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Te Marua Golf Club and Trentham Camp Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Silver Stream Railway, or check out an event or a game at Kartsport Wellington.
Upper Hutt, Wellington
What's nearby
- Staglands Wildlife Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
- Trentham Racecourse - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
- Raumati Beach - 61 min drive - 56.8 km
- Paraparaumu Beach - 63 min drive - 59.1 km
- Waikanae Beach - 68 min drive - 65.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Aston Norwood Cafe - 18 min drive
- Brown Owl Fisheries - 11 min drive
- Hongs Cooking and Takeaways - 11 min drive
- Subway - 12 min drive
- Stonestead Devonshire Teas - 13 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Helen Wood

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