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Masterton Country Homestead Retreat

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Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
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Outdoor dining

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Masterton, Wellington Region
  • Place, Vintage Aviation Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Stick & Rudder Company
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Early Childhood
    ‪11 min drive‬

About the area

Upper Plain

With a stay at this farm stay in Upper Plain, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Museum of Early Childhood and Vintage Aviation Museum. .This farm stay is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Queen Elizabeth Park and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Shear Discovery.

What's nearby

  • Vintage Aviation Museum - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Old Stick & Rudder Company - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Masterton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Museum of Early Childhood - 11 min drive - 9.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Screening Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪RE Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Ride - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Basil's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tripoli Bistro - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Masterton Country Homestead Retreat

Escape to the Wairarapa countryside in this peaceful Masterton homestead, just a 5-minute drive from town, cafes, and shops.

Set on 3 hectares of paddocks, gardens, and mature trees, the property offers space, privacy, and beautiful rural views.

Unwind with quiet mornings and fresh air, then enjoy relaxed evenings with a BBQ, firepit, and stargazing under the Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve.

Perfect for families, friends, or a quiet weekend away.

The homestead is a spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, 300 sqm home — a perfect getaway for families and groups of friends.

** Four bedrooms
** 2.5 bathrooms
** Large open-plan living (kitchen, dining, and lounge)
** Second lounge / TV room
** Starlink WiFi
** Four heat pumps & four ceiling fans
** Fireplace
** Fully equipped kitchen
** BBQ and firepit
** Free on-site parking

The home comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests.

**Bedrooms:**
Bedroom 1 – Super King bed
Bedroom 2 – Queen bed
Bedroom 3 – King Single bed
Bedroom 4 – King Single bed

All bedding and linen are provided.

**The Kitchen**
A spacious, newly renovated country kitchen for keen cooks. Open the bifold window, put on some music, and enjoy preparing a relaxed meal for family and friends. Tea, instant coffee, and sugar are provided.

**Comforts**
Starlink WiFi is available throughout the house, along with a Smart TV, four heat pumps, four ceiling fans, and a cozy fireplace.

**Living Spaces**
The main living areas open onto two outdoor spaces, capturing both morning and afternoon sun. The dining area features a large rustic table seating up to 8 guests.

**Downstairs**
Two lounges, dining area, large country kitchen with walk-in pantry, mudroom with separate toilet, laundry with washing machine, including a spacious master bedroom with ensuite. The ensuite also functions as the main downstairs bathroom and features a bath.

**Upstairs**
Three bedrooms (one queen and two king singles) and a bathroom.

**Outdoor Areas**
There are two outdoor spaces:

* A deck off the kitchen flowing onto the lawn (perfect for morning & midday sun)
* A covered porch and patio with outdoor kitchen, BBQ, and firepit (ideal for afternoon and evening use)

**For the Kids**
Children are very welcome. Please supervise children at all times when outside, especially around gates and fences.

There’s plenty of space to run and explore — bring bikes and head torches for games of spotlight at night.

Kids will love the large trampoline, Ninja Line obstacle course, plus a selection of board games and puzzles.

**Paddocks and Yards**
We sometimes have animals on the property (e.g. cows and sheep). You’re welcome to watch them from a distance, but for safety reasons please do not enter paddocks.

You have full access to the house and surrounding gardens (excluding the garage).

This is a rural property with paddocks, livestock (including a ram), and electric fencing. Expect birds, insects, and typical country sounds.

You’re welcome to enjoy the gardens, lawns, trees, and outdoor seating areas.

Paddocks, stock areas, and sheds must be treated with care — please do not enter.

For safety, children must be supervised at all times when outside.

As this is a working property, we may occasionally need to access the grounds to tend to animals, but we will always respect your privacy and give notice where possible.

No parties or large events without prior approval. Please respect the house, land, neighbours, and animals on the property.

Sushi the farm cat lives on the property and may occasionally come inside via the mudroom where her food is kept. She is friendly but usually keeps to herself — guests are not responsible for feeding or caring for her.

**Other things to note**
Please note this is our family home, so you may notice some personal items.

The property is currently on the market; however, there will be no viewings or open homes during your stay.

**Fire & BBQ Use**
Please take care when using the BBQ and firepit, especially during dry or windy conditions, and follow any local fire restrictions in place during your stay.

After using the BBQ, please clean it and return the cover once cooled, ready for the next guests.
The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please empty any compost in bins behind glasshouse

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is no guard for fireplace and stairs.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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