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Peaceful and cosy off-grid nature hideaway, South Wairarapa
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Mountain view
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About the area
Tora
With a stay at this cabin in Tora, you'll be by the sea, and 24.4 mi (39.3 km) from Te Kairanga Wines and 24.5 mi (39.4 km) from Martinborough Golf Club. .This family-friendly cabin is 24.5 mi (39.4 km) from Martinborough Vineyard and 25.2 mi (40.5 km) from Cambridge Road.
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peaceful and cosy off-grid nature hideaway, South Wairarapa
Located at Tora in the South Wairarapa - 5 minute drive from the rugged Tora coast, a scenic 35 min drive from Martinborough and 2 hour drive from Wellington city. Set in a secluded and peaceful spot the Cottage ensures you privacy while not too far off the beaten track. With touches of recycled timber, unique decor and natural textiles, the Cottage has a warm rustic, whimsical vibe.
Built from recycled materials, the cosy cottage has an open kitchen-living area, one private bedroom and inside bathroom with flushing toilet.
Leather sofas, feather cushions, wool throws and a wood burner come together to create a charming, snug and relaxing space.
The comfy queen size bed is dressed with quality linen and thick blinds for a shamelessly long sleep in.
Double french doors lead onto a long deck. Take a seat soaking in the sounds from the regenerating ngāhere (bush) while watching the sun set over the rolling farmland in the distance.
After dark, snuggle up on the porch and stargaze up at the expansive South Wairarapa Dark Sky reserve. The starry sky at night is stunning.
Te kai te me inu - eating and drinking:
Longspur Eco Cottage is self-catering. Bring your own food and drink, and cook using the Weber BBQ or gas cook top/oven. You’ll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you’ll need - from coffee plunger to paua mincer.
If you're an active relaxer there's plenty to do.
Highly recommended is the 5km bush walk up to the Rocky Knob - 318 mtrs above sea level to where you'll feel most alive. The views are breathtaking.
Bush Bathing - sorry no hot tub involved but a quiet meander in the bush alone can do a world of good for our mental health and well-being. Listen, observe, smell, breath, feel. Tonic for the soul.
Challenge your mate over a board game or browse through the eclectic selection of books.
Longspur is a truly restful place. You’ll feel this the first time you drive up the track to the Cottage – a hidden treasure that forces you to take a deep breath and just... relax.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Built from recycled materials, the cosy cottage has an open kitchen-living area, one private bedroom and inside bathroom with flushing toilet.
Leather sofas, feather cushions, wool throws and a wood burner come together to create a charming, snug and relaxing space.
The comfy queen size bed is dressed with quality linen and thick blinds for a shamelessly long sleep in.
Double french doors lead onto a long deck. Take a seat soaking in the sounds from the regenerating ngāhere (bush) while watching the sun set over the rolling farmland in the distance.
After dark, snuggle up on the porch and stargaze up at the expansive South Wairarapa Dark Sky reserve. The starry sky at night is stunning.
Te kai te me inu - eating and drinking:
Longspur Eco Cottage is self-catering. Bring your own food and drink, and cook using the Weber BBQ or gas cook top/oven. You’ll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you’ll need - from coffee plunger to paua mincer.
If you're an active relaxer there's plenty to do.
Highly recommended is the 5km bush walk up to the Rocky Knob - 318 mtrs above sea level to where you'll feel most alive. The views are breathtaking.
Bush Bathing - sorry no hot tub involved but a quiet meander in the bush alone can do a world of good for our mental health and well-being. Listen, observe, smell, breath, feel. Tonic for the soul.
Challenge your mate over a board game or browse through the eclectic selection of books.
Longspur is a truly restful place. You’ll feel this the first time you drive up the track to the Cottage – a hidden treasure that forces you to take a deep breath and just... relax.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Lobster/crab pot
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Work spaces
- Desk
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.
- 4 steps to reach entrance
- Area rugs in public areas
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No lift (single-level property)
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Designated smoking areas
- Note from host: Smoking outside okay
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- Near the sea
- On a river
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Spelunking nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 100% renewable energy
- Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bulk dispensers for toiletries
- Composting
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Garden
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- Recycling
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Unit size: 861 square feet
- Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
A Private Bush Retreat Just 35 Minutes From Martinborough