EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage

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A wooden deck with a hot tub, a hammock, and outdoor furniture.
A kitchenette with a coffee maker, a cup, and a window with a view of a balcony and greenery.
A room with a green padded bench, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a bed, a window, and a view of trees.
A kitchen counter with a bottle of wine and an empty wine glass.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Porirua, Wellington
  • Place, Porirua Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Stream Railway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Belmont Regional Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Main Room

1 Double Bed

Single room

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom.

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Judgeford

Located in Judgeford, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The Cricket Museum and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Silver Stream Railway and The Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Map
Porirua, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Porirua Harbour - 4 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Silver Stream Railway - 7 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Belmont Regional Park - 8 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Plimmerton Beach - 11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Trentham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Manor Park Station - 8 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nish Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Box - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Oyster Palace - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Tote - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fig Tree Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage on 9 November 2026 start from NZ$623, 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.

Is EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Porirua Harbour, Silver Stream Railway and Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area. Belmont Regional Park and Pinehill Park are also within 9 miles (15 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. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying, and we enjoyed it just as much. Great private spot surrounded by bush and bird life. Awesome location for accessing the city and the Kapiti Coast. The outside bath was a pleasure to sink into and relax after a day of activities. Definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 February 2026
Always a pleasure to host you Lynn. We look forward to your next stay at our piece of paradise!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time, surrounded by trees and peacefulness. A lot of thought, time, and love has clearly gone into making the cabin and time there comfortable and welcoming. Thank you, Jackie and Alister. We shall be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing spot!

We had a lovely two nights here, it's very relaxing if you just want to chill.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2023
Thanks Edmund, Glad you liked it. Looking forward to your next stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

Our stay was amazing! Jackie was so kind, the scenery was beautiful and overall me and my partner had a very lovely romantic and RELAXING stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2024
Aww thanks Alyssa, it was a pleasure to host you. We look forward to your next stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love it!

This place really is one of the most relaxing places I’ve ever stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2023
Thanks Aidan! Glad to have you back again to recharge the batteries. See you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Retreat

The perfect retreat just within a 30 min drive of the city. Lovely estate to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picture perfect

I really enjoyed my two night stay. The little cottage and large deck were perfect for a mid week getaway for some peace and quiet. Loved the fruit trees and the gaggle of geese that visited each afternoon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Hot tub was amazing

Loved the hot tub and the hammock. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing! Great weekend away

This was amazing! Jackie is a great host, very considerate, and the cottage was filled with everything we could possibly need and more. verything was intuitive to use and we really appreciated how eco conscious the whole place was. It really was the perfect place to spend our anniversary :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend

Highly recommend this accommodation if you are seeking a private, secluded place to stay but within easy, short travel to the city (any of Wgtn, Lower Hutt or Porirua). The deck area is fantastic - a view of the forest, great couches and the hot tub. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect hideaway

This place was amazing! We had been quite busy travelling around and seeing the sights of NZ and really needed a little time to recharge and relax and this was the perfect place to do it! Such a pretty cottage with everything we needed. Loved sitting outside listening to the birds and enjoying the seclusion. Great place and the host was so helpful and considerate. Would heartily recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2025
Thanks James for your review! Appreciate you taking the time to reflect on your stay, and I'm so glad it met your needs. We look forward to hosting you again when you are next in our area, it was a pleasure to meet you. Please send your friends too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful and chill

A well thought out cute and quirky cottage with everything you need today unplug and relax. The hot tub is divine, and the big comfy outdoor couch is the perfect spot to enjoy a wine or a coffee and watch the birds. We loved it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Back again!

4th time staying here. I think that says it all. Love it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

I really want to keep this a secret

I really don’t want to share how special this place is as I want to keep it all to myself! So close yet feels so far away from hustle and bustle of the city. I can’t wait to return
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2022
Aww thanks Alison! It was a hard decision for us too to share our property with guests, but it's too special to keep just to ourselves. I'm glad the cottage was everything you hoped for, and we look forward to seeing you, and all your friends, soon. The secret to getting the exact dates you are after is to book well ahead!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication

Eco farm

Pretty basic
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2022
Thanks for your review. Sorry it didn't meet your high expectations. All the best with your travels home to South Africa.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary getaway!

We had a wonderful night away in this wee cottage. Jackie was very helpful and friendly, it was a pleasure to have a wee chat with her on arrival. We were very comfortable in the charming wee cottage. It was beautiful sitting outside watching the birds, relaxing in the hammock, and the outdoor bath was lovely too. The handmade wine and soap were a bonus! Thanks Jackie and family :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace, solace and Solla Sollew!

So glad to have had this last minute chance for a break. A great way to start the new year in peace and comfort. Very laid back. We enjoyed the hosts’ hospitality with delicious wine and jam and many other thoughtful details. Being able to check out late meant a relaxed last morning too. This will be a great place to stay for future work in Wellington too as it’s very convenient for both Porirua and the Hutt. Thanks very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2024
Lovely guests, left the place perfect, would host again and look forward to a return visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sanctuary for Rejuvenation

This warm and comfortable whare has everything required to get away from it all and treat yourself to a night of rest and relaxation. It felt like a sanctuary, tucked away amongst nature, with the sounds of a flowing stream, native birds and the rustling of leaves, reminding you to just sit and breathe. At night we soaked in the hottub under the stars, listening to the Ruru calling out in the hills while enjoying the homemade wine from the hosts. Stretching out in the morning on the couches on the deck with our coffee, and not having to rush off was a perfect way to end our stay.Thank you for your manakitanga
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rural Feels Close to the City

An amazing location where you get the proper feeling of being out on a picturesque farmland overlooking the mountains while still being a short drive to the city for if you want the city feels again. Hosts were amazing, leaving us mostly to ourselves but being available if we needed and a great conversation which is exactly what I like in a stay. Don't let the eco side put you off either if you're hesitant about that side, I'm a full-blown city boy and there wasn't anything I couldn't get my head around and it's a great example of how things can be done with barely a noticeable difference in your day to day life. Highly recommend staying here for anyone looking to get away from the city but may also want to pop back in on occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute

Very cute accommodation. If you don’t plan on having a rental car this is not an ideal stay. Uber will cost you $100 from the airport and there’s no grocery stores you can walk to or bus to. When inquiring about the bus/train situation we were lead to believe that a stop was nearby, this wasn’t the case. The hosts are really nice but we were put a bit off. We were excited about the trampoline as we both like tumbling but it was never mentioned on our “tour”. We were also told about the wood fired tub but only when we asked about it, this was what made my decision to stay. However when we asked it made it seem like an inconvenience. Showering seemed like a hassle coordinating with the family and dogs (as they had to be put away). So I sponge bathed each night with provided bowls. The breakfast options were lovely— with all the spreads a few slices of bread would have really made the trip. The internet wasn’t working when we got there but they were quick to fix that. It was a fun experience but I think a few things could be worked on. I would recommend the rustic experience but be very prepared. Also, don’t let the toilet situation put you off. I believe it’ll be a much more pleasant stay with a shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2020
Hi Brianna, Thanks for taking the time to do such a detailed review. We enjoyed having you stay, and we are sorry your experience wasn't perfect. In rural areas public transport is limited, and although the bus stop is in front of our next door neighbour, it's 800m away and has very few services. Visitors considering using the bus are always recommended to check the timetable will suit before relying on this transport option. The hot tub takes a few hours to warm up. If guests let us know they will arrive late but want to use it, we can start warming it for them, to coincide with their planned use. I'm pleased to say a shower has been installed in the cottage, along with a very pleasant outdoor area from which to enjoy the scenery, relax and unwind. We'd love to see you again so you can experience for yourself the improvements. Please get in touch with us to arrange a special rate for your next booking.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was a fantastic place to visit. Absolutely stunning and the hosts have thought of everything.

This property is set in a quiet location but it is so accessible to everything. The place itself is so peaceful and feels like you’re a world away from everything. It is extremely well set up and we loved every minute of it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful little cottage on a gorgeous property

Very impressed by the stay - there is so much care and attention to detail put into everything. The decor is adorable and the big deck with couches and a view is the perfect place to unwind. We had such a memorable and special holiday. Jackie was a lovely host as well and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cosy and peaceful retreat

Well presented place and lovely backdrop Very handy place to commute around all nearby places Very well hosted Thanks so much from us
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet wee cottage and outdoor bath was just lovely and we felt very welcomed and relaxed thanks.

A lovely break away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Slice of heaven

I loved everything about this property. The sound of the creek and fire place... the hot tub.... The pretty cottage... beautiful design inside... loving owners.... neighbours not close... bedding clean modern and comfortable. I absolutely loved it.. I already have family who came to see me who now want to book here aswell. Very close to upper hutt and lower hutt... but you feel like you in the middle of paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
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