10/10 Excellent
Lee
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lee
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Entire home
Waiora cottage
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hautere, Wellington
- Otaki Gorge17 min walk
- Otaki Beach21 min drive
- Waikanae Beach24 min drive
- Paraparaumu (PPQ)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
Waiora cottage
Located in Otaki, Waiora cottage offers an open-air bath, a garden and a barbecue. This property has a balcony, free private parking and free Wifi.
The vacation home is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views.
Guests at the vacation home can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Waiora cottage has a picnic area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and canoeing are possible nearby.
The nearest airport is Kapiti Coast Airport, 17 miles from the accommodation.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
The vacation home is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views.
Guests at the vacation home can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Waiora cottage has a picnic area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and canoeing are possible nearby.
The nearest airport is Kapiti Coast Airport, 17 miles from the accommodation.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Property manager
Judith Wallace
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Hautere
Hautere is home to this cottage. Otane Market and Lindale Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nga Manu Nature Reserve and Kapiti Marine Reserve.
Hautere, Wellington
What's nearby
- Otaki Gorge - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Otaki River Walks - 14 min drive - 9.9 km
- Otaki Beach - 21 min drive - 12.0 km
- Waikanae Beach - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
- Peka Peka Beach - 26 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cafe Nga Purapura - 14 min drive
- Cafe Te Horo - 13 min drive
- Cafe Sixty SIX - 13 min drive
- River Stone Cafe - 12 min drive
- Subway - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Joseph R.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage and very relaxing
Joseph R.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kirsteen M.
30 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Kirsteen M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cansu I.
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a magical stay
Cansu I.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michel D.
24 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Michel D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah G.
20 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay in the country
Sarah G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wayne G.
17 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Silence on the home front
Wayne G.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Judith Wallace
I grew up, up the Otaki Gorge, the land which my cottage is situated was part of the farm which I grew up on, the main farm belongs to my cousin who farms sheep and beef. I love the gorge the stunning countryside, the river and the peacefulness of it, you get a lovely view from the veranda of the hills.
I enjoy gardening which is obvious in the gardens surrounding the property. Due to all the native trees, we have lots of native birds, the bird chorus is something special to wake up to in the morning.
I enjoy people and love meeting my guests I continue to communicate with many of my previous guests. A special, is the outside bath which everyone loves, lying in it under the stars in this peaceful setting is amazing.
I have 2 dogs which are Cocker Spaniels Jess and Murph, they are always keen to meet my guests they are harmless just very friendly. Guests are able to bring their pets, there is a $20 surcharge, the property is surrounded by an electric fence. My cousin farms the land surrounding the cottage, the fence is to keep the sheep and cattle in, but you do need to be aware and don't touch the fence. As you can imagine my dogs are cunning and have learnt how to get under the fence.
I have two B and B's and really enjoying having them available for guests this is the smaller of the two.
Enjoy your stay.
I enjoy gardening which is obvious in the gardens surrounding the property. Due to all the native trees, we have lots of native birds, the bird chorus is something special to wake up to in the morning.
I enjoy people and love meeting my guests I continue to communicate with many of my previous guests. A special, is the outside bath which everyone loves, lying in it under the stars in this peaceful setting is amazing.
I have 2 dogs which are Cocker Spaniels Jess and Murph, they are always keen to meet my guests they are harmless just very friendly. Guests are able to bring their pets, there is a $20 surcharge, the property is surrounded by an electric fence. My cousin farms the land surrounding the cottage, the fence is to keep the sheep and cattle in, but you do need to be aware and don't touch the fence. As you can imagine my dogs are cunning and have learnt how to get under the fence.
I have two B and B's and really enjoying having them available for guests this is the smaller of the two.
Enjoy your stay.
Why they chose this property
I chose this area because I really enjoy living up the gorge and sharing this experience with others. You do need to be aware it can sometimes be a few degrees cooler than in town we are close to the Taraua's which do get snow on. But my uncle and cousin call it paradise.
The good thing is the property is protected from the Southerly by the hills and as my grandfather often said "We dont get much rain if its a Southerly.
Coming up the gorge road you get to drive through the famous Totara Tunnel. Totara trees have always been common in this area.
The good thing is the property is protected from the Southerly by the hills and as my grandfather often said "We dont get much rain if its a Southerly.
Coming up the gorge road you get to drive through the famous Totara Tunnel. Totara trees have always been common in this area.
What makes this property unique
The peacefulness and beauty of the property, make it unique, this is generally only disturbed by the bird calls and farm animals.
You will see from the booklet provided in the cottage we have lots of different birds from the bossy Tui's to the fantails, Heron's and noisy Plovers.
You will see from the booklet provided in the cottage we have lots of different birds from the bossy Tui's to the fantails, Heron's and noisy Plovers.
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