10/10 Excellent
Sonya C.
12 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Sonya C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Entire home
Beautiful lodge on the Ruamahanga River
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Masterton, Masterton
- Shear Discovery10 min drive
- Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History10 min drive
- Queen Elizabeth Park10 min drive
- Masterton (MRO-Hood)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Double Bedded Room (Small)
1 Double Bed
Queen Bedded Room
1 Queen Bed
Twin Bedded Room
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Beautiful lodge on the Ruamahanga River
The Ruamahanga Lodge is a beautifully furnished magical hideaway with spectacular views of the Wairarapa Valley and the Ruamahanga River. Would suit a group of friends or family.
Tea and coffee and milk is provided complimentary.
For those keen on trout fishing Rainbows and Browns can be caught in the river below the property.
Masterton is a 7 minute drive away for cafes, amenities and shopping. Greytown is 30 minutes away, Martinborough 40 minutes, and the coastal settlements and beaches of Castlepoint and Riversdale 45 minutes.
Country walks abound and the Lansdowne Golf Course is nearby.
Rate is for 2 people - for additional guests add $25 per person per day, includes cleaning and linens
Special conditions:
Min 2 Nights
Rates based on 2 guests, add $35 per additional person/per day, which covers cleaning and linens
Payment required at time of booking
Cxl Policy : Cxl 30 days prior 50% Refund. Within 30 Days of Arrival No Refund
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Tea and coffee and milk is provided complimentary.
For those keen on trout fishing Rainbows and Browns can be caught in the river below the property.
Masterton is a 7 minute drive away for cafes, amenities and shopping. Greytown is 30 minutes away, Martinborough 40 minutes, and the coastal settlements and beaches of Castlepoint and Riversdale 45 minutes.
Country walks abound and the Lansdowne Golf Course is nearby.
Rate is for 2 people - for additional guests add $25 per person per day, includes cleaning and linens
Special conditions:
Min 2 Nights
Rates based on 2 guests, add $35 per additional person/per day, which covers cleaning and linens
Payment required at time of booking
Cxl Policy : Cxl 30 days prior 50% Refund. Within 30 Days of Arrival No Refund
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Property manager
Martin
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Masterton
Located in Te Ore Ore, a neighbourhood in Masterton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Johner Estate and Gladstone Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Queen Elizabeth Park and Henley Lake. Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre and Eketahuna Kiwi Country Information Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
Masterton, Masterton
What's nearby
- Masterton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
- Shear Discovery - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
- Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
- Henley Lake - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
- Queen Elizabeth Park - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Dish Cafe - 9 min drive
- Mitre 10 Mega - 13 min drive
- Cafe Strada - 10 min drive
- Burger King - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Helen B.
19 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Helen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen K.
19 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for long-term stay; beautiful area central to Masterton
Karen K.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard C.
27 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy lodge in a great location
Richard C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle M.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danielle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Renee L.
16 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Matariki Stay
Renee L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rana M.
20 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms with views
Rana M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Dianne H.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brief long weekend Stay
Dianne H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy K.
6 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully secluded with amazing views.
Tracy K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Neil H.
3 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic view, peaceful, tranquil and well appointed
Neil H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Trudi M.
24 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Perfect
Trudi M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
ANDREA R.
31 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous accommodation
ANDREA R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eva D.
7 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing.
Eva D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sophie M.
6 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Sophie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jenny K.
29 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic Spot
Jenny K.
10/10 Excellent
Melanie B.
21 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking view
Melanie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Glenn U.
14 June 2019
Recommend to all!
Glenn U.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Victoria C.
8 March 2019
Beautiful home in great location
Victoria C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Mike M.
4 March 2019
Amazing
Mike M.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent
6 October 2020
Lovely house with amazing views
10/10 Excellent
Lettie M., Winters, CA
11 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house
Lettie M.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Liz J.
25 July 2018
Great location just out of Masterton
Liz J.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Amy S., Eagan,
12 April 2018
Was very impressed with this beautiful house, and they had thoughtvof everything we could possibly n
Amy S.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Natalie G.
28 January 2018
A truly beautiful home with million dollar views over the stunning Wairarapa countryside, river and
Natalie G.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Leila G.
25 October 2017
Beautiful views, tidy tasteful decor, lovely grounds.
Leila G.
About the host
Hosted by Martin
What makes this property unique
Situated on a 8 acre hillside property with landscaped gardens.
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