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Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Spa pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Masterton, Wellington Region
- Vintage Aviation MuseumPlace, Vintage Aviation Museum7 min drive
- Queen Elizabeth ParkPlace, Queen Elizabeth Park7 min drive
- Masterton i-SITE Visitor Information CentrePlace, Masterton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre7 min drive
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About the area
Upper Plain
When you stay at this cottage in Upper Plain, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Museum of Early Childhood and Henley Lake. .This cottage is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Queen Elizabeth Park and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Shear Discovery.
What's nearby
- Museum of Early Childhood - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Vintage Aviation Museum - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
- Queen Elizabeth Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
- Masterton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
- Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
Restaurants
- The Screening Room - 6 min drive
- RE Burger - 6 min drive
- The Coffee Ride - 5 min drive
- Basil's - 7 min drive
- Tripoli Bistro - 6 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.
Summer is almost here. Pool is open, spa, firepit and barbecue are ready for you
The listing is for Tapia cottage, which sits at the front of the historic Tapia property originally built in 1865. The cottage offers modern comfort, peace and quiet, elegant surroundings and a good base of operations from which to explore all that the Wairarapa has to offer. There are two bedrooms, each with a queen double bed, and a mezzanine loft with two single beds. The living room has two sofa beds as well.
A heated spa pool (40 degrees) soothes sore muscles after a day of exploring the Wairarapa. A trampoline can keep the kids occupied. A 12 metre swimming pool allows relaxing cooling off on hot Wairarapa days. A fire brazier area lets you talk around the fire right next to the pool. The pool is heated in season and unavailable during winter and the colder months, from March to November. It is exclusively for guest use. The pool season depends on the weather and can start as late as December.
For the tree minded Tapia Cottage is home to the "Big Aussie", a eucalyptus reputedly the largest girthed. multi-stemmed eucalyptus in New Zealand at around 13 metres.
A Gen 3 Tesla Charging unit on 3 phase power provides up to 11kw. This can charge up to 80 kilometres per hour at 16 amps. It fits most EV brands. We ask for a $20 contribution to costs per charge.
A modern Weber gas barbecue (gas supplied) and hood helps out on those summer days.
Previous guests have used Tapia Cottage as a base to explore the region, to honeymoon, to rest before and after tramps in the Tararuas, to attend events in the Wairarapa, to reconnect with family and friends, to just have some time out, to enjoy the shortbread or all of the above. Bridal, hen and girl weekends have been particularly popular. Tapia Cottage is NOT a party venue. Neighbors enjoy the peace and quiet. Late checkouts can be negotiated.
There is also a Charcoal barbecue provided with utensils, bring your own charcoal.
Plentiful split dry old man pine/eucalyptus/acacia dealbata is stored for the burner and brazier. Back up 3 phase generator provides resilience in the event of a power cut.
A heated spa pool (40 degrees) soothes sore muscles after a day of exploring the Wairarapa. A trampoline can keep the kids occupied. A 12 metre swimming pool allows relaxing cooling off on hot Wairarapa days. A fire brazier area lets you talk around the fire right next to the pool. The pool is heated in season and unavailable during winter and the colder months, from March to November. It is exclusively for guest use. The pool season depends on the weather and can start as late as December.
For the tree minded Tapia Cottage is home to the "Big Aussie", a eucalyptus reputedly the largest girthed. multi-stemmed eucalyptus in New Zealand at around 13 metres.
A Gen 3 Tesla Charging unit on 3 phase power provides up to 11kw. This can charge up to 80 kilometres per hour at 16 amps. It fits most EV brands. We ask for a $20 contribution to costs per charge.
A modern Weber gas barbecue (gas supplied) and hood helps out on those summer days.
Previous guests have used Tapia Cottage as a base to explore the region, to honeymoon, to rest before and after tramps in the Tararuas, to attend events in the Wairarapa, to reconnect with family and friends, to just have some time out, to enjoy the shortbread or all of the above. Bridal, hen and girl weekends have been particularly popular. Tapia Cottage is NOT a party venue. Neighbors enjoy the peace and quiet. Late checkouts can be negotiated.
There is also a Charcoal barbecue provided with utensils, bring your own charcoal.
Plentiful split dry old man pine/eucalyptus/acacia dealbata is stored for the burner and brazier. Back up 3 phase generator provides resilience in the event of a power cut.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this cottage include barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 3 steps to reach entrance
- Accessible parking space
- Area rugs in public areas
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No lift
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Iron/ironing board
Things to do
- Bicycle parking
- Gym
- Heated pool
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bicycle parking
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Recycling
- Towels (changed on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property does not have elevators
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.