Vacation rentals in Upper Plain

Tui Suite at Wairarapa's Lakeview Lodge

Welcome to our peaceful escape location. Just 60 minutes from Wellington, your private suite overlooks Lake Wairarapa and is surrounded by farmland, bush and lake views and includes your own private spa and gardens - a perfect place to escape, gaze at the night sky, and relax. Single nights available Sunday-Thursday, no cleaning fees, a light breakfast is included, and a kitchenette and covered BBQ are available. Same day check in may be available. ** not suitable for children or pets **

Provence French Cottage - a Wairarapa retreat.

Wonderful eco-sustainable French style cottage built of stone and native timber with picturesque views of the river valley and mountains. Near to Carterton, Greytown and Masterton. Drink pure artesian spring water while listening to abundant birds and sitting on your veranda. Go for a bush walk in the National Park across the river, go biking, play golf - or visit the vineyards and restaurants for a vibrant time. This is an adventure escape that is close to the vibrant Wairarapa 'good life'!

Cottage nestled in estate

A fully self contained, 2 bedroom newly renovated cottage set amongst the grounds of an original 1900’s homestead with established gardens and equestrian facilities. For comfort, the cottage has air-conditioning & heating with master bedroom fitted with a ceiling fan. Underfloor heating in the bathroom and a washing machine and dishwasher in the kitchen, Weber BBQ, Nespresso coffee machine and Starlink wifi making your stay easy and comfortable. Equine facilities are available $20/day/horse.

Longforde Cottage

Welcome to Longforde, a very special, charming and beautifully furnished cottage attached to our main home but completely independent with your own access and landscaped to ensure your absolute privacy. Set on 4 acres of stunning gardens, each room has private rural views of the countryside and Tararua ranges. We are located at the end of one of Greytowns most beautiful streets, a walkable 2km into the shops and cafes. As well, we are on a popular walking and biking route to the Waiohine river.

Surrounded by Nature

The Tree House is a perfect, off-the-grid retreat for nature lovers, where you can listen to birdsong, see the sunrise from the deck and hear the river flowing in the valley. Two minutes walk and you come to The Watermill Bakery serving delicious pizza on Friday evenings, except during winter. The Tree House is close to a small productive lavender farm, Lavender magic, who sell cut flowers in season, and Mount Holdsworth, where you will be able to access a wide variety of walking tracks.

​5 o'clock Somewhere: Premium Wairarapa Escape

Awesome | escape ​exquisite Architecture, peaceful, completely private, woodland retreat, 7 minutes from Masterton. High-spec, contemporary home, secluded getaway with all-season comfort. ​Clean, minimalist interiors with three bedrooms and two bathrooms (master ensuite). Light-filled rooms and curated design with exquisite landscape garden views. ​Terraced gardens changing with the seasons. Lazy evenings in the spa under the Wairarapa Dark Sky by the outdoor fire with a glass of wine

The View

On a plateau overlooking the Ruamahanga river valley is our cosy two bedroom fully self contained cottage. The views are jaw dropping, backdropped by the Tararua Ranges. On the river flats below, summer crops form a patchwork of different colours. Above, the big sky can be an endless blue or filled with rolling banks of cloud and truly spectacular sunsets. At night the wondrous canopy of stars is why the region is an official International Dark Sky Reserve. It’s all utterly peaceful.

White shed, modern rustic

Our rural shed is a spacious self-contained getaway with sun and views of the surrounding countryside. It is best suited for 2 guests, but can accomodate 4, with a queen size bed upstairs and a fold-out sofa in the living room. A fold out bed is available for children. We stock the kitchenette with free range eggs, locally made bread, homemade jam, butter, milk, tea and coffee. There’s a BBQ available. We’re 5 minutes walk to the Carterton shops and near the railway station.

Halford Hideaway

This is a luxury self contained Tiny house. Nestled on the edge of a pond surrounded by expansive gardens and farmland. There are some small walking tracks to take you around the QE ll Trust wetland and ponds, and for those that are a little more energetic a walk to the top of the hill can provide you with stunning views. Perfect place to unwind, relax and enjoy an outdoor wood fire bath over looking the pond! Unfortunately cell ph reception can be patchy at the Tiny house.

Winter is almost over

Modern settler cottage on historic Wairarapa property. Hosted by Brigid and Richard. Sleeps up to 8, DIY breakfast. Well-equipped kitchen. Continuous hot water. Starlink Wifi (100mbs), gas barbie, spa pool, brazier pit, trampoline, swimming pool, Smart TV, boules, board games, small book/DVD collection. Wander the 40-acre estate - native and exotic trees, orchard, lawns and paddocks. 7 minutes to Masterton by car. EV charger on site. Quiet cottage in garden setting.

Gorgeous Garden Cottage

Kew Cottage Idyllic character home nestled in a much loved cottage garden. Tasteful in decor the cozy living spaces flow seamlessly to the sun-drenched garden. Enjoy al fresco dining under the grapevines or finish the day with toasted marshmallows on the outdoor open fire. Comprising two bedrooms, one bathroom two heat pumps, large utility space and much more. This home away from home is centrally located and an easy walk to central Greytown- shops cafes and bars.

Let the countryside recharge your soul

A little slice of country just 5 minutes from Masterton. A cosy cottage with rural views across to the Tararua ranges. Sit on the patio and enjoy the dark sky views. Perfect weekend escape to enjoy all that the Wairarapa has to offer. A short drive to the Star Safari observatory, Mount Holdsworth, Carterton, Greytown and half an hour to Martinborough's wineries. If you are travelling for work, we are only a minute off the main highway.