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Welcome to The Back Paddock

Holiday home in Martinborough with kitchen and patio

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Welcome to The Back Paddock
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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Palliser Estate
  • Place, Martinborough Golf Club
  • Place, Martinborough Vineyard

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Welcome to The Back Paddock

Enjoy the wonderful wine village of Martinborough in our 1920's relocated farm cottage. Offering peaceful views of the surrounding farmland, The Back Paddock gives a unique sense of rural life, yet is only 1km from Martinborough township.

Enjoy a wine from one of the many local vineyards on our deck, or a cup of tea in front of our cozy woodburner. Our spacious open-plan living room and kitchen allows for entertaining and creates a comfortable, spacious environment. The kitchen is equipped with high-quality appliances, including a bread maker and with the BBQ on the deck you can choose to entertain, relax and eat at the cottage, or go out and experience the local Martinborough restaurants and pubs..
We recommend that you take a moment to view the vast, unpolluted night sky which on a clear night is simply stunning.

The Back Paddock offers wheelchair friendly parking and access ramp, as well as accessible bathroom facilities.
A second toilet reminiscent of the original 1920's design can be accessed from the deck. The Back Paddock can comfortably accommodate three couples or a family of four. A continental breakfast (cereals, bread) is provided, plus everything you need to make your own bread! (Set it up the night before and wake up in the morning to the wonderful smell of freshly made bread).

Martinborough offers many entertaining events throughout the year, such as the annual February and March fairs (one of the biggest annual fairs in the Southern Hemisphere!) , the Round The Vines walk/run also in March. and In November the infamous Toast Martinborough. The area is great for cycling and has many wonderful walks too. For more information about the Wairarapa and whats on visit: wairarapanz.com

Martinborough offers a great getaway from city life.
Special conditions:
- Please watch small children on deck.
- No Smoking.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Martinborough

Martinborough is home to this holiday home. Cobblestones Village Museum and Stonehenge Aotearoa are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Messines Memorial Layby and War Memorial Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Map
Martinborough, Martinborough

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Road - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Palliser Estate - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tirohana Estate - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Martinborough Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Martinborough Vineyard - 8 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Martinborough Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Neighbourhood Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Little Square Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Café Medici - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Martinborough - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to The Back Paddock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to The Back Paddock?

As of 12 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to The Back Paddock on 14 November 2025 start from NZ$304.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Welcome to The Back Paddock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to The Back Paddock?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to The Back Paddock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to The Back Paddock located?

Situated in Martinborough, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Martinborough Golf Club and Cambridge Road. Tirohana Estate and Muirlea Rise are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway: A Beautiful Home in a Great Location!"

Such a lovely stay! This home was filled with everything you could need in a great location. Beautiful house and grounds. We loved our stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great property definitely would recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

S O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Back Paddock , Martinborough

Very comfortable overnight stay whilst celebrating a birthday at a local winery.Would be tempted to return and stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting for weekend

Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

A beautiful, comfortable home. Everything you need is here, wonderful space, close to square, nice wander to the wineries. Loved it and hope to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed here twice and will book again!

Lovely house and property, rural feel yet so close to everything. The kitchen is fantastic and we love the outdoor patio and yard. So calming and beautiful in the evenings. The host had a couple nice surprises which always make your stay more special and fun :) Will book again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

My daughter and I stayed in this cottage and we loved it - the treats provided, the quiet neighbourhood and proximity to Martinborough Square. This cottage has everything you could wish for and would be perfect for a family as there is plenty of room. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

Was so impressed with attention to detail and the overall cleanliness/comfort of this property. We had everything and more we could have needed and wpuld highly recommended this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great place!

Thank you Elaine, you have a wonderful place and we only wish we could've stayed longer. Privacy and quiet, yet only a 10 minute stroll to the square and all the amenities we needed. Very comfortable home, a great nights sleep and wow the bathroom/shower we loved after a long day on the bikes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ash W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little hidden gem

Absolutely love staying here quickly becoming my wife and I's favourite place to stay when we hit the Wairarapa. Beautiful little home quite while still being close enough to walk. Lovely quite nights after stunning days.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location, Excellent accomodation

Was a fantastic place to stay, so close to Martinborough and the host had done a fantastic job in making the house feel homely as soon as we walked in! It was a lovely touch to have fresh flowers. Quiet, rural feeling location but so close to town. A great base for a weekend of exploring Martinborough. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennyfer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

The photos don’t do this gorgeous property justice. Thoughtful, beautiful touches in every room, we found everything we could possibly need and more. To be in such a wonderful, homey space, surrounded by sheep and the night-time frog chorus, yet also only ten minutes’ walk to Martinborough Square, was such a treat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Pampered Girls' Stay

Everything was GORGEOUS!! Every room smelled DELICIOUS... every room LOOKED delicious... it was beautifully presented and lushly appointed, situated within idyllic grounds in a pastoral, scenic locale, still walking distance to Marty Square. The rainy, blustery night meant we were justified in lighting the ready-set fire...Thank you!... and we conjured up a delightful meal in the very cool kitchen. It was just one night, but we could have stayed forever. PERFECT for a girlie getaway, me, my daughter, and daughter-in-law. Bliss.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place, only used it to get dressed for a wedding then stay the night after the wedding but it was awesome. Would definitely book again for a proper get away!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and a beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 stars

We had a lovely stay. Shame we couldn’t stay longer. Little touches like a bottle of rose awaiting. Very quiet and peaceful. We will definitely come again,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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M

Excellent stay. very easy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Location

We both thoroughly enjoyed our stay and I wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Elaine had provided all that we needed and more to ensure we had a comfortable stay. The attention to detail was very much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Martinborough fair

Ideal for our group.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

A great semi rural stay in MartinboroughBeautifully equipped and decorated this cute cottage is the perfect place to stay for a relaxing weekend or longerGreat indoor outdoor flow and many thoughtful touches from wine to coffee podsWe loved it and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot on the edge of town

Lots of space within walking distance of town and many vineyards! What's not to like?
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meriama T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent in Martinborough

Great weekend getaway. Everything was simple & seamless (communication, checkin etc) The additional touches were appreciated. The house is quaint, well equipped and homely - we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A weekend away

Lovely welcoming property. Easy walk to town. Just perfect! Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, cosy and relaxing

This beautiful cottage was imacculate, warm and the well kitted out kitchen would have been incredibly handy if we had stayed for longer. The bathroom was lovely and the bed made for a great rest. Thank you for your generosity and thoughtful snacks, Elaine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always lovely

4th visit always enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by ElaineSm6

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What makes this property unique

Close to Vineyards and Martinborough township

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests