Wai Ngaio Retreat - Coastal and Rural Lodge

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Wai Ngaio Retreat
Retreat Lounge Area
Retreat Dining Area
Retreat
Bunk Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Riversdale Beach, Masterton
  • Castlepoint Beach
    ‪70 min drive‬
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse
    ‪71 min drive‬
  • Castlepoint Rock
    ‪74 min drive‬
  • Masterton (MRO-Hood)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bunk Bed Room

1 Single Bed

Bunk Bed Room

1 Single Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Disabled Wet Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Wai Ngaio Retreat - Coastal and Rural Lodge

The wonderful 'Wai Ngaio Retreat' with it's ever changing Pacific Ocean views is a large cottage set back in the hill, about 3 kms from the isolated beach settlement of Otahome, on the East Coast of the Wairarapa. The Retreat is situated on the Southern most part of Castlepoint Station.

Otahome is situated mid way between the beach resorts of Riversdale and Castlepoint and is a 45 minute drive from Masterton (the last 7kms is on a metal road).

The retreat is an ex hunting and fishing lodge that has been substantially refurbished to provide excellent accommodation for up to 20 persons and is furnished to a high standard with mod cons, including dish washer and disabled shower room. The ideal cottage for large groups of friends, families or corporate/business bookings.

Here you have the beach almost to yourselves, it is approx 5kms away, only a few minutes drive. Enjoy walks along the beach, paddling in the sea, rock pools or lagoons. You can fish from the beach, watch out for seals and even pick paua off the rocks at low tide!

Wai Ngaio Retreat has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a large open plan living, dining area with separate kitchen. All beds and bunks are king singles and have mattress and pillow protectors as well as a fitted bottom sheet and pillow case, BYO sleeping bags or duvet and towels.

The retreat has good disabled facilities with a ramp access and a disabled bathroom. Not forgetting the huge flat screen TV/DVD with 'Freeview' for your entertainment.

Private and peaceful, this is the perfect place for large family, friends or corporate groups to get together for some fun on the Wairarapa Coast and enjoy the rural and coastal atmosphere Wai Ngaio and the East Coast has to offer.

Please contact us by phone for bookings of less than 3 nights.

Special conditions:
Cleaning and breakages bond of $200 required with every booking. This is refunded (7 days) after check-out.
BYO sleeping bag or duvet and towels. Bottom sheet, pillow and pillow case supplied.
Strictly NO pets.
Smoking allowed outside only.
Clean up and leave the retreat as found please, or a $35 per hour extra cleaning charge will apply to your bond.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own sleeping bag or duvet and towels - tea towels are provided.

Property manager

Carmen Tredwell

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Sheep & cattle graze around the property.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside smoking allowed.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Otahome

Located in Otahome, this holiday home is in a rural area. Castlepoint Rock and Castlepoint Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Otahome Beach and Basil Bodle Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Riversdale Beach, Masterton

What's nearby

  • Otahome Beach - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Riversdale Beach - 61 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Castlepoint Beach - 70 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse - 71 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Castlepoint Rock - 74 min drive - 46.7 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Wai Ngaio Retreat - Coastal and Rural Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wai Ngaio Retreat - Coastal and Rural Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wai Ngaio Retreat - Coastal and Rural Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wai Ngaio Retreat - Coastal and Rural Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Otahome Beach and within 20 miles (32 km) of Basil Bodle Reserve and Riversdale Beach. Karaka Reserve and Riversdale Beach Golf Course are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Amazing place to stay!
We had an amazing stay at this retreat. Large enough for a big group with fantastic privacy and amenities provided. Carmen was great to deal with, would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Otahome - Remote paradise
Lovely and spacious property with amazing views and remote/rural feel. Made full use of the large, fenced section which was ideal for young kids and lawn games etc. We managed to go diving and get a limit of Paua from the nearby beach which was great. Very enjoybale stay and great way to bring in the New Year.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sacha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded rugged paradise
Loved staying here! It's a peaceful location with beautiful views. We had a large group and the space was big enough for all of us while still feeling cosy. Loved having the fire in winter and everyone appreciated the comfortable beds. It was really easy heading down the road to find the beach which was fun to explore. The hosts we're excellent at communication. Would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big place with something for everyone
We had 16 people and we all fit. Lots of lounge space and the big tables were great. Good views and flat area for playing on. Good fishing, not far to beach for adventures (swimming beach at Riversdale, 25 mins drive).
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property to relax in and beautiful location, clean tidy and exceeded our e- we will be back!
5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harien d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb place to get away from busy lives
Great place to isolate from rest of the world. Nice and tidy facility and friendly owners. The property has been upgraded since the last time I've been there. There's no cell reception at the property but you can make calls if you walk a bit up the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

brooke b., carterton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best family getaway Wairarapa
Awesome place to unwire the family stress to explore a low key beach on farm/beach hill side with a great slice of New Zealand views. unload your motorbike and go graver paua and crayfish straight from the rocks at knee to waste depths and enjoy a great fresh feed from the sea. Motorbike 4x4 quad a must to get to the good spots for diving and setting cray pots. very enjoyable get away for me and my family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay, it was the perfect size for our family. It was so beautiful and peaceful to wake up there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Sadie Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Plenty of space but very remote
If you want seclusion perfect but don't expect beach access (15 min drive down dangerous gravel road) nor cell coverage nor any activies but the fun you make yourselves. Also host expected us to clean property ready for her next guests but doesn't even supply a working vacuum or cleaning products. So work in hosts reasonable cleaning free as a given and you won't be surprised. Sleeps the amount listed comfortably though and good indoor common area
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10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

This is a beautifully appointed property situated in a stunning location
This is a beautifully appointed property situated in a stunning location. The property is maintained to a very high standard and has everything needed for a large group. I particularly enjoyed the amazing views and the wood burning stove which kept the whole bach warm.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lisa K.

Great Bach for a big family or friend group looking for a nice, peaceful getaway.
Great Bach for a big family or friend group looking for a nice, peaceful getaway. Views were great too!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great lodge, exceptionally well set-up.
Great lodge, exceptionally well set-up. Would highly recommend for small or larger groups.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Awesome for big groups who need a great place to getaway from the busy city life!
Awesome for big groups who need a great place to getaway from the busy city life!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great house, quiet and serene
Great house, quiet and serene
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Batch.
Amazing Batch. Had everything you could ask for. Would definitely recommend as a great place to stay to get away and enjoy time with friends. Thanks for your hospitality.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The lodge was the perfect getaway, fabulous facilities to accommodate our extended family.
The lodge was the perfect getaway, fabulous facilities to accommodate our extended family.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The bach was fantastic, beautiful wooden furniture, great location perfect for writing retreat
The bach was fantastic, beautiful wooden furniture, great location perfect for writing retreat

About the host

Hosted by Carmen Tredwell

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What makes this property unique

Quiet and Peaceful with beach to yourselves - we recommend you bring a quad bike to access where paua can be found!

Languages:

English