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Marainanga Station Accommodation and more.....

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Akitio beach
The Quarters
Living room to deck
Kitchen
Open plan living / kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
12 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 19200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Akitio, Akitio
  • Castlepoint Beach
    ‪116 min drive‬
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse
    ‪117 min drive‬
  • Whangaehu Beach
    ‪119 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

12 bedrooms (sleeps 19)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 10

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 11

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 12

2 Single Beds

Single bunks

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

toilet room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Marainanga Station Accommodation and more.....

Set in the historic grounds of a working station, The Shearers Quarters is nestled on the bank of the Akitio River. It has recently been renovated with new beds and decor. The layout is typical of a traditional shearers quarters in that it has bedrooms leading onto an external verandah. There is two internal bedrooms. The bedrooms consist of :
4x Queen rooms with 2x king single beds.
4 x single rooms with single bunk beds.
1x Queen room with 1x queen bed and 1x single bed . The Carriage is a seperate building adjacent to The Quarters with 3x bedrooms consisting of 2x KS bed in each. It has power but not bathroom. It’s only skip hop and jump to the bathrooms at The Quarters. In total it sleeps 25 people. Dogs are welcome on application.
Linen provided but please bring your own towels.
We have just completed a renovation by adding a huge living room with french doors opening onto a big deck overlooking the Akitio River. Now with two living rooms it is perfect for big groups and families. Gas has been installed for hot water. It has three showers and two loos. There is plenty of parking and is only a short distance to the untouched, remote coastline and sandy swimming beaches- there's something for everyone. The Akitio Boat Club is open if you need to watch a rugby game or have a drink with fantastic views. As we are a working Station there is generally always someone around to answer questions or help out with anything.
Farm tracks are available to walk or ride your horse. We have a secure yard for your horse with trough water. Bring your own hay.
We have four track options-
5k high rise loop
7km river walk
13km top of the




Extras: cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay);

Property manager

cecird555

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside only

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Akitio

Located in Akitio, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waihi Falls and Whangaehu Beach. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Akitio, Akitio

What's nearby

  • Porangahau Beach - 98 min drive - 64.1 km
  • Castlepoint Beach - 116 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse - 117 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Castlepoint Rock - 117 min drive - 49.3 km
  • Whangaehu Beach - 119 min drive - 76.5 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Marainanga Station Accommodation and more..... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Marainanga Station Accommodation and more.....?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marainanga Station Accommodation and more.....?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Marainanga Station Accommodation and more..... located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 32 miles (52 km) of Waihi Falls, Castlepoint Beach and Castlepoint Lighthouse. Castlepoint Rock is 30.6 mi (49.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dipak P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great location
We had a great stay, Cecil is a great host and she runs a fantastic property. I highly recommend a trip out to Akitio and the Marainanga Station.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a group
We had an awesome stay at Akitio. Great kitchen and living areas. Really suited our large group of adults and teenagers. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Great property with plenty of space for large groups. Even if the weather isn't too good, the fireplace and various heaters do an excellent job of keeping both the common areas and the numerous rooms comfortable. Don't let the long drive out to Akitio put you off, this is a worthwhile destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house in an awesome location.
The place was perfect for our catch up with our large group. Communication with Cec was easy and friendly. The fire kept us all toasty warm and the big kitchen made it easy to cater for the masses. The huge outdoor table was our favourite hang out spot, looking over the river. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anton H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very special place
The property is fantastic and was so well setup for a large group. Beautiful scenery and good time was had by all. Cecil was brilliant and helped us with a few things during our stay. 5 stars all the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maurice and Tamala D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean. Well suited for a big family holiday. Owners are very friendly.
Awesome stay, loved the accommodation. Plenty of room for the whole family. Highly recommend this location. We will be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire C., ASHHURST

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
The relaxed environment enhanced team planning with increased innovation and appreciation of the diversity within our team. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Relaxing. Would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Trish F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Fabulous place to stay. Perfect for our family catch up. Enjoyed the great space, the outdoors and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Great place to stay. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thom Whanau Reunion
Warm & generous hosts. Beautiful set-up at the Shearer's quarters with everything you could need. Love the layout, indoor-outdoor. A perfect setting for our family to gather, recall & reminisce about our history with Marainanga & Akitio. We had a fabulous time. Thanks so much Cec & Matt.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terrance M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a really nice setting. Would like to stay again. Cheers.
Lovely house to stay in, has everything you need. Really nice setting and close to the beach. Had an awesome stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering for Granny’s 80th - 3 generations 2 to 80
Great place for a group holiday- will definitely keep it in mind for another occassion
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Dave W.

Great big group getaway stay
Ample room for everyone to stay, and two lounges makes it so much more pleasant to easily separate from the kids. Though the fireplace was the prime location for all of us. A well equipped kitchen and a good bbq helped keep us well fed. A great location to explore the beach. The massive dunes a highlight for young and old. Well worth the drive out to the coast to see the sea, the moon and stars, the landscape and beauty of the rolling countryside. We must come back in summer for the full sea and surf experience. Our only disappointment was for our daughter who wanted to dog-nap a puppy to come home with us. Sooo cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Bud H.

Lovely rural property
Our group of 8 thoroughly enjoyed our time in this rustic themed accommodation. Ideal for a large group. House well equipped with everything to make an easy and enjoyable stay. The owners very friendly and approachable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Andrew T.

Exceptionally private and quiet, well equipped and tonnes of space
Our family of five loved the space and tranquility. It is very private and relaxing. In the country yet 2 mins to a beach. The owners were magnificent. Closeby but not intrusive in any way. While great for a single family for a total getaway this would be great place for a large gathering as it sleeps 18. A bit of a drive to get there but worth it. Thank you for letting us share this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pramith D.

Wonderful experience
Beautiful location... beaches, streams and hills. A good escape from hectic life style, fits for a large group... owners are friendly, can't ask for more...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Rees W.

Our family had an incredible time here over the Christmas break
Our family had an incredible time here over the Christmas break. Great beach, safe for kids and the lawn around the quarters makes for great family games and hangouts. Highly recommend for large groups for sure!
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8/10 Good

Jason N.

Great accommodation for a big group.
Great accommodation for a big group. It is as described, rustic but practical (has everything you need to sleep, seat feed the masses). Lovely setting and plenty to do. Would love to come back in summer!
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8/10 Good

Christy H.

Beautiful property in remote location.
Beautiful property in remote location. Very well equip cooked two big roast dinners and wanted for nothing. Lots of beds. Very nice the.bathroom situation not very private.
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis & Fiona B.

The location was serene.
The location was serene.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Murray K.

Beautiful, serene, magical place
Beautiful, serene, magical place
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Super spot for a family weekend of 10 adults and 4 small children.
Super spot for a family weekend of 10 adults and 4 small children. Everything in the homestay that we needed to make the weekend special and we loved it.

About the host

Hosted by cecird555

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Matt and Cec Radford have four children and purchased Marainanga in 2017. Ironically, Marainanga was owned by Cec's Great Grandfather and her grandmother was born there in 1919. It has since been out of the family hands for 75 years-that is until 2017!! We are very passionate about the property and feel very humbled to carry on working the land as our forebears did. We have plenty of experience in the hospitality industry. The Vision for the property was to open it up to the public so they can come and share our slice of Paradise and get away from the hustle and bustle of their own lives. The Accommodation is very comfortable with plenty of character and great space-perfect for big gatherings as it has 12 bedrooms.
After many a request we have opened up Farm Tracks so you can ride your own horse or walk over the diverse farmland with exceptional views. Catering is available.

Why they chose this property

The Quarters is in a playground. Akitio beach is great and safe for swimming, surfing and fishing. The tidal Akitio river is awesome for all water activities. We have some lovely marked tracks on the farm for walks and horse rides - BYO horse !!!!

What makes this property unique

The Historical buildings are magnificent and the location refreshingly beautiful with its friendly beach and river. The Quarters has everything you need. We can cater for large group celebrations/ gatherings in our 12 bedrooms. It’s also just as cosy for small numbers you don’t feel overwhelmed.
Great views. Good space. Indoor outdoor flow. Beach. River. Perfect get away.

Languages:

English