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Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1

Family-friendly cottage in Ohingaiti with free breakfast

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ohingaiti, Manawatu-Whanganui
  • Place, Rangatira Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Whitecliffs Boulders
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Hospital
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1

Bedroom 1: can sleep three, double bunk bed with a single above, large side table and in wall shelving to store your belongings

Bedroom 2: can sleep 3, set of single bunks and a single bed, with side tables.

All bedding is provided (sheets, pillows, pillow cases and duvets).

We also have a portacot and bedding (in bedroom 1 - under bed and in cabinet).

Kitchen: The cottage has pretty much everything to meet your cooking needs there is a bench top oven with two hot plates + 2 additional hotplates, an electric frying pan, BBQ and a microwave. Plates, bowls, pots, cups, cutlery, utensils etc all provided. Tea, coffee, sugar, milo, a jug and a 4-slice toaster provided too and a small variety of cereal options. Tomato sauce, margarine, cooking oil, salt, pepper, curry, mixed herbs and some toast spreads are also provided.

Bathroom and Laundry: Contains, shower, toilet and vanity. Good pressure. Towels, facecloths, bathmat and hand towels provided and are under the sink and in the cabinet on the wall. You will also find the first aid kit here too! Body wash, shampoo and conditioner provided also.

Washing machine and washing powder provided at the cottage. Dryer access can be arranged over at the house if you need. Clothes horse provided at the cottage too. If you need them, cleaning supplies are in the laundry cabinet, a mop behind the washing machine and a vacuum cleaner behind the couch.

Lounge and dining: Lounge and dining is in the front room. Lounge suite, coffee table and dining table that seats 4. Also a selection of books, games, puzzles and children's toys, which we will be forever adding to. We also have a high chair.

Please note there is no TV and limited cell phone signal unless you are with Spark. No wifi at cottage, can use at house if needed.

If you are bringing dogs, check out our dog policy, which we will also send through once you have let us know you have a dog.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging. We prefer not to accommodate guests with charging their electric vehicles, for safety reasons.

Extra Info:
* Heating provided via heat pump.
* A carport at the back of the cottage is an extra space to use, especially if it were to rain, great space also for storing bikes/horse gear/dog crates etc.
* Picnic table, outdoor chairs and sun umbrella provided, rain umbrellas too.
* A few golf clubs available if you wanted to check out our local course.
* We have a few bikes available, let us know if you would like to use them
* We also offer guided property tour, pony rides, car cleaning and a brazier, please ask on book for these as they incur an additional cost.

The cottage is set up for guests so make yourself at home. The cottage access is not at the main house, number 30 letterbox, it is 100m further up the road.

Hunterville is the last place to buy things before you arrive here if coming via SH1, our local Four Square shuts around 7 pm. Closest supermarkets are in Marton, Taihape and Feilding.

We have a small foxy, but she will be with us most of the time so should not bother you. She is great with children but can get a little bit excited and jump up. Please let us know if she bothers you at the cottage. You can also firmly say, "go home" and point to our house and she will normally listen. She is not allowed in the cottage, although she will act like she is :)

Across the road from the cottage there is a long paddock on top of the cliff. Be safe and don't go over the fence. You will see what I mean when you get here! It is a spectacular view and a great place to take a chair and watch the world go by! If the electric fence is on, make sure you turn that off to go in and turn it back on when you leave.

Our road is reasonably quiet too, so of course make yourself at home going for a wander. We have some bikes for kids and small adults, one day we will have bikes for everybody, but not as yet. If you're interested we will bring them over to the cottage, just let us know.

Just down the hill from us is Vinegar Hill. Great place to take dogs and/or kids to the water! Mangaweka is not far away and there is river access there as well and a short bush walk. Check out our Guide Books for information on local attractions and more.

As well a great place to stay, we do offer other experiences; animal experiences and pony rides/sessions. Please ask us about this on booking.

DOG POLICY
Bringing Dogs

Thanks for wanting to bring your dog/s along with you on your stay. We are happy to offer this as an option with the following conditions
- Dogs are to be crated or bed trained if inside, they are not to be wandering the cottage and definitely not on furniture or beds
- We have a lot of farm animals here, so your dog must be under your control at all times, or tied up/crated
- All dog waste must be picked up and disposed of, either in pooh bags, or in the long grass over the road. A shovel for this can be found in the cottage car port
- Please do not use our spare blankets as dog blankets, a dog blanket and indoor bed can be provided if needed (please ask)

Extra Info
- We can provide a crate and chew proof lead if needed, please ask
- There is a vacuum cleaner behind the couch if you need to vacuum up any hair
- At the back of the cottage is a carport, which will provide plenty of under cover space should your dog be outside
- The cottage paddock is fenced, not well enough for little dogs though, so please be aware of this
- There is a water tub at the side of the cottage by the hose
- We also have dogs who are good with other dogs, but if your dog doesn’t like other dogs let us know and we will keep ours confined to our house section
- Let us know your time of arrival as best you can so we can make sure our dogs are managed when you arrive

Basically if you are bringing a dog, by the time you leave there should be no evidence a dog was present. Failure to adhere to the above expectations will result in you being billed a $50 inconvenience fee, payable immediately.

Thanks so much for understanding our expectations, unfortunately we have had a lot of disrespectful dog owners and are considering no longer allowing dogs to come, but we are hoping with clearer expectations it doesn’t have to come to this.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 5 total
We will send our dog guidelines when you book.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please close any gates you go through, in the same way they were when you found them.
Please dry your dishes and put away on departure and can you please put rubbish in the correct receptacles (instructions in the cottage)
Dogs - please read our dog policy, which will be messaged to you on booking. If you cannot adhere to our guidelines, please let us know asap.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ohingaiti

Ohingaiti is home to this cottage. Rangatira Golf Club and Mt Stewart Reserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whitecliffs Boulders and Marton Park.
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Ohingaiti, Manawatu-Whanganui

What's nearby

  • Rangatira Golf Club - 7 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Whitecliffs Boulders - 24 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Sir James Wilson Memorial Park - 28 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 43 min drive - 69.2 km
  • The Square - 46 min drive - 73.1 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Station Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Relish Rangitikei Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Green Plum Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucky - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ohingaiti Wildfern. Ohingaiti. New Zealand - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1?

As of 5 February 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1 on 9 February 2026 start from NZ$216.32, 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 Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cliff Top Cottage just off SH1 located?

Located in Ohingaiti, this family-friendly cottage is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Rangatira Golf Club, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Whitecliffs Boulders and Marton Park. Sir James Wilson Memorial Park and Mangaweka Adventure Co - are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool spot. Awesome hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa F.

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

Cliff Top Cottage

Great wee house - perfect for our overnight stay at Hunterville
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Quick getaway

Lovely quiet place for a pre-Christmas relax.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

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

A beach bach in the country!

Absolutely loved the location, tranquility, comfort and friendly family vibe of this cute cottage. I stayed by myself but will be back with my family. Note - no wifi or TV so it's a true de-connecting experience and it's great for the soul.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly Hosts. Serene and peacefull.. and best of all my dogs were made welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ngairene G.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Daryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jack Dekeuleneer & Cheryl Gray

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I am a NZer and my partner Jack is from Belgium. I have 3 young children and we have a lot of animals. We love sharing our place with others, especially because it is an opportunity for people to switch off due to no TV or wifi. We love hosting families and find joy in watching people enjoy our animals and outdoor space.

Why they chose this property

The view and the peace!

What makes this property unique

There is a lot to see and be part of in such a small area. Not having wifi and tv means people can focus on other things and each other. The cottage has games for inside and activities for outside. We live in a peaceful place, yet we are still close enough to civilisation for convenience.

Languages:

English, French

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