The sheep's retreat farmstay

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Washer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Turakina, Manawatu-Wanganui

Marton Park29 min drive
Durie Hill Elevator32 min drive
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum33 min drive
Whanganui (WAG)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Beautiful views to Mount Ruapehu. Staying on a working farm looking over paddocks full of sheep or cattle is something very special that you will write home about. Happy if you are travelling alone, as a couple, or a family with children. We are very child friendly but discourage pets for the protection of our animals. You will be amidst sheep in every room. If you have an additional group or a smaller group we also have the Cattle Stop Farmstay just down the road.

Property manager

Julie

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Microwave

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15

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 first aid kit

About the area

Turakina

Located in Turakina, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Memorial Tower and Watt Fountain are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Turakina Beach and Marton Park. Durie Hill Elevator and Whanganui Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.

Turakina, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

Marton Park - 29 min drive
Durie Hill Elevator - 32 min drive
Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 33 min drive
Whanganui Museum - 33 min drive
Virginia Lake - 37 min drive

Getting around

Whanganui (WAG) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

Orlando Country - 31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The sheep's retreat farmstay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The sheep's retreat farmstay?

As of 29 April 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The sheep's retreat farmstay on 30 April 2024 start from NZ$322.0, 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.

What time is check-in at The sheep's retreat farmstay?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The sheep's retreat farmstay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The sheep's retreat farmstay located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Turakina Beach, Marton Park and Sir James Wilson Memorial Park. Marton Golf Club and Putiki Church are also within 25 miles (40 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Reegan G.

26 April 2024

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

Amazing place

Amazing place to stay. Lots of space and away from other people. Amazing views and a nice touch with all the sheep around :)

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew c.

26 May 2023

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

Great place to stay

Beautiful spot, great views of the farm and nice and warm. Great facilities and great shower.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Prateek S.

26 April 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good experience

Few things like cleanliness was not spot on but overall nice plave

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Genevieve B.

13 April 2023

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Farm-didn't stay

Unfortunately the listing instructions gave us an address to go to and when we got there we couldn't find anyone, with no mobile reception we decided to drive up the road. We then found someone at the next house who told us the accommodation was further up. Got to the house and we found it unclean. All floors were unclean, kitchen benches, dining table, dining chairs, couches in the lounge all had crumbs on them. Fridge hadn't been wiped, same with stove tiles (we're like oily smear) kitchen sink had a bit of food in it. Bathroom had some hairs. The BBQ is not like the one in the photo, this one was grease laden with all the 'fat absorbing granules' all over the ground with more grease. The son arrived to deliver towels, we tried to bring it up with him but he said the previous people were really messy. He then gave a wee vacuum. He was not very helpful and he obviously didn't know what to do. We messaged Julie who responded straight away and promised they had cleaned for 4 hours... I don't believe that we are fussy guests, we've stayed in multiple accommodations over the years, you just expect somewhere to be clean. Julie gave us a partial refund and we didn't stay (we then went to Palmerston North to try to find somewhere to house 8 of us).

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

12 February 2023

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

Farmstay

Awesome location and good home

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie

Danny and Julie your hosts are Sheep and Beef Farmers.

Why they chose this property

This quiet rural location is perfect place if you are working in the Rangitikei or in Wanganui. Great half way meeting place from Wellington and Auckland situated in the middle of the country. We also have another property just down the road to host more of your friends for a bigger meeting.

What makes this property unique

There is a bush walk up the road. The deck provides shelter to get outside if it is raining and also a perfect place to relax with a cuppa or a nice glass of something cold.