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Rock Retreat Bed and Breakfast Eco Retreat
Cottage in Waitomo Caves with water park and free breakfast
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Te Kuiti, Waitomo
- Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves8 min drive
- Place, Caveworld8 min drive
- Place, Aranui Cave9 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Rock Retreat
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Rock Retreat
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Rock Retreat Bed and Breakfast Eco Retreat
Rock Retreat is a perfect place to get away from it all.It is ideal and popular with families,honeymoon couples,artists,musicians and writers.Great for reconnecting with yourself and your loved ones to enjoy well needed conversations that we often don't make time for in our busy lives. Curl up with a book by the log fire in winter or in the hammock on the balcony in summer.
Experience the peace and tranquility whilst absorbing stunning mountain and limestone views of the central North Island and our wild west coast hill country.
We have the best of both worlds. Peace and tranquility, yet only a short drive to Waitomo Caves village and Marokopa beach. We are minutes from the action, Caving, Black Water Rafting, Abseiling, Climbing, Bouldering, Surfing, Fishing, Walking, Bike riding, Kayaking & Ziplining.
We pride ourselves on being an eco friendly,self sufficient accommodation. Walk the Rock Retreat Rocks walk 30 minutes or The Misty mountain walk 1hr15mins right from Rock Retreat or have a free guided walk of our stunning Stubbs QE11 ,800 acre native bush covenant if you book 3 nights or more.Bookings required in advance.
Rock Retreat B&B is an eco friendly self sufficient cottage accommodation,completely separate to main house.Our source of power driven by solar and wind.
We accommodate 4pax comfortably,one oversized Queen bed in main room and two singles in loft above.Bathroom includes a bath,shower,toilet and washing machine.
Continental breakfast provided in cottage.Barbecue available for guests own use.
There is no WiFi access,but there are free WiFi options at The General store and The Huhu cafe in Waitomo village.
We are more than happy to book any Waitomo activities during your stay.It is a good idea to buy a 027 sim card for your cellphone when you arrive in New Zealand.
Book a Swedish/Relaxation Massage with Tanzanite Beauty therapy in the privacy of your own cottage,and relax.
Even though we have a lot of bookings for four adults,Rock Retreat is better suited to families of four,two adults,two children.Please be aware of this before booking.
Guest access:
Relax on your own private covered deck and watch the Tui and Bellbirds enjoy the flax.Look out for Kereru(wood pigeon) and N.Z Falcon.Spot our mountains on a clear day you will see Mount Hauturu,Pirongia,Kakepuku,Te Aroha,Maungatautari,Pureora,and Tongariro National park.
Experience the peace and tranquility whilst absorbing stunning mountain and limestone views of the central North Island and our wild west coast hill country.
We have the best of both worlds. Peace and tranquility, yet only a short drive to Waitomo Caves village and Marokopa beach. We are minutes from the action, Caving, Black Water Rafting, Abseiling, Climbing, Bouldering, Surfing, Fishing, Walking, Bike riding, Kayaking & Ziplining.
We pride ourselves on being an eco friendly,self sufficient accommodation. Walk the Rock Retreat Rocks walk 30 minutes or The Misty mountain walk 1hr15mins right from Rock Retreat or have a free guided walk of our stunning Stubbs QE11 ,800 acre native bush covenant if you book 3 nights or more.Bookings required in advance.
Rock Retreat B&B is an eco friendly self sufficient cottage accommodation,completely separate to main house.Our source of power driven by solar and wind.
We accommodate 4pax comfortably,one oversized Queen bed in main room and two singles in loft above.Bathroom includes a bath,shower,toilet and washing machine.
Continental breakfast provided in cottage.Barbecue available for guests own use.
There is no WiFi access,but there are free WiFi options at The General store and The Huhu cafe in Waitomo village.
We are more than happy to book any Waitomo activities during your stay.It is a good idea to buy a 027 sim card for your cellphone when you arrive in New Zealand.
Book a Swedish/Relaxation Massage with Tanzanite Beauty therapy in the privacy of your own cottage,and relax.
Even though we have a lot of bookings for four adults,Rock Retreat is better suited to families of four,two adults,two children.Please be aware of this before booking.
Guest access:
Relax on your own private covered deck and watch the Tui and Bellbirds enjoy the flax.Look out for Kereru(wood pigeon) and N.Z Falcon.Spot our mountains on a clear day you will see Mount Hauturu,Pirongia,Kakepuku,Te Aroha,Maungatautari,Pureora,and Tongariro National park.
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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 deadlock
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Waitomo Caves
Located in Waitomo Caves, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Opapake Pa and Maketu Marae are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Huipūtea Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Te Kuiti, Waitomo
What's nearby
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
- Caveworld - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
- Aranui Cave - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
- Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 11.5 km
- Woodlyn Park - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - 16 min drive
- Florence's kitchen - 8 min drive
- PIRONGA - 18 min drive
- Waitomo Caves restaurant - 7 min drive
- Curlys Bar - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Biddy Stubbs
Rock Retreat is situated on the Stubbs farm. Which is a 1666acre working sheep and cattle farm nestled in the King Country, near Waitomo Caves, North Island, New Zealand. It includes over 800 acres of native bush reserved by a QEII covenant, along with North Islands key areas for bouldering and caving on classic limestone.
Endangered species such as New Zealands Whitehead, Fernbird, Falcon and the North Island bat can be seen and rare flora and fauna such as Spiranthes sinensis orchids.
Significant Moa bone finds and endangered/extinct bird species have also been found in various caves on the farm.
Biddy grew up on the farm and the Stubbs family have lived on the farm for five generations. Harriet and Hugh Stubbs moved from Timaru, in the South Island in the early 1900’s. The old homestead still stands today and is used by the Auckland Speleological (caving) society as an accommodation for cavers and climbers.
Endangered species such as New Zealands Whitehead, Fernbird, Falcon and the North Island bat can be seen and rare flora and fauna such as Spiranthes sinensis orchids.
Significant Moa bone finds and endangered/extinct bird species have also been found in various caves on the farm.
Biddy grew up on the farm and the Stubbs family have lived on the farm for five generations. Harriet and Hugh Stubbs moved from Timaru, in the South Island in the early 1900’s. The old homestead still stands today and is used by the Auckland Speleological (caving) society as an accommodation for cavers and climbers.
Why they chose this property
Previous guests love the uniqueness,stunning views and remoteness of Rock Retreat and are experiencing what we think to be some of New Zealand's most stunning landscape.They also love the fact that we have handbuilt the cottage ourselves out of recycled native New Zealand timbers and created a space that is functional and the perfect little get away.
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