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MikiMiki Retreat. Peaceful rural cottage close to Tararua Ranges and Masterton.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

MikiMiki Retreat. Peaceful rural cottage close to Tararua Ranges and Masterton.

Experience the best of the Wairarapa from our tranquil cottage retreat! A
short 20 minute drive from Masterton ( the last 5 mins on a gravel road)
will bring you to our piece of paradise, tucked up against the Tararua
ranges at the end of the picturesque Mikimiki valley.

With many attractions nearby, there is plenty to explore.

Masterton Golden Shears, Castlepoint lighthouse, Pukaha Wildlife Sanctuary, Wairarapa Stonehenge, numerous wineries, deer hunting, tramping, fishing and more.

Or just relax.
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a cozy fireplace, spring-fed water, and the sound of the
stream behind the cottage.
Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and business guests.
Night sky perfect for stargazing.
Explore the stream behind the cottage, wander down to the river and
discover the swimming hole, or picnic beside the pond on the property.
Hunters, bring your gear—deer are just up the road in the Tararua ranges!
Enjoy easy access to fly fishing and golf courses, or just relax to the
sound of birdsong.
Kereru, fantails, tui, bellbird, swallows, kingfisher, and more. Often the
call of moreporks can be heard on still nights.
(Tastefully decorated, spacious fully contained 1 bedroom cottage.
Fully equipped kitchen, dining and lounge, 1 bathroom, separate toilet and
laundry. Bedroom sleeps 2. (Fold out couch in lounge sleeps additional 1 -2)

100% cotton sheets for your comfort.
Natural, non toxic products.

Children are welcome, but with a pond, stream and river nearby, are 100% the full responsibility of the parents.

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About the area

Mikimiki

Located in Mikimiki, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Queen Elizabeth Park and Henley Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre and Eketahuna Kiwi Country Information Centre. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Mikimiki, Wellington Region

What's nearby

  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 33 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Henley Lake - 33 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Shear Discovery - 34 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre - 34 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Old Stick & Rudder Company - 38 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Streetfood - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Watermill Bakery - ‬37 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet location well equipped house, awesome host.We would highly recommend this retreat
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2026
A pleasure to host this lovely couple. Left the cottage in immaculate condition. Would be happy to host again.
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10/10 Excellent

Ethan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't fault anything, it was so easy and comfortable; my partner and I had a wonderful holiday and would be delighted to stay again some time :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2026
My guests were delighted to spot 2 fallow deer that wandered onto the property during their stay. And they made good use of the woodburner to stay toasty warm when the weather turned cold. I appreciated the cottage being left in immaculate order on their departure.
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Linda, welcomed us like old friends. The cottage was spacious, very clean, and thoughtfully furnished with comfortable seating, a fully equipped kitchen, quality toiletries, and even a woodstove. Outdoors is a slice of rural heaven--mountains, meadows, a stream, and cottage garden. We spotted a 10-point buck several times in the adjacent woods.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2026
I loved being told my guests enjoyed their stay so much they didn't want to leave. Delightful, friendly couple. I would happily host them again.
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