Off the Beaten Track offers a selection of gorgeous handpicked rural properties, perfect for a special escape and the best bit is, you won’t find any of them on a main road in New Zealand. Our places are unique, private and secluded and provide unforgettable memories from the moment you leave your house and come to one of ours.
The best holidays and experiences really are Off the Beaten Track!

Michele Connell
Founder
Off the Beaten Track
(Kiwi dairy farmer proudly supporting other kiwis)
 
SPECIALS
Everyone likes a special, and we have some great deals to get Off the Beaten Track! Browse our collection
below of great incentives to treat yourself. Keep checking in as these are updated regularly.


STAY 2, SAVE 30%
Pigeon Place Hut
Pigeon Place Hut
LUXURY | RURAL VIEWS | SOLITUD...
Coopers Creek, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $375 per night
FREE FARM TOUR
Waitomo Riverside Cabin
Waitomo Riverside Ca...
GUEST HOUSE | RIVERSIDE | ROMA...
Piopio, Waikato
Sleeps up to 5 • From $365 per night
STAY 2 SAVE 10%
Riverview Treehouse
Riverview Treehouse
LODGE | DIGITAL DETOX | HIKING...
Taoroa Junction, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $330 per night
STAY 2 SAVE 10%
Breathtaking River Retreat
Breathtaking River R...
CABIN | ROMANCE | STUNNING VIE...
Taoroa Junction, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $360 per night
BOOK 4 PAY 3
Rustic Country Haven
Rustic Country Haven
COTTAGE | COUNTRY WALKS | RURA...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 7 • From $120 per night
STAY 3, SAVE $50
Unwind in Comfort
Unwind in Comfort
HUT | UNPLUG | AUTHENTIC FARM ...
Weston, Oamaru
Sleeps up to 2 • From $170 per night
BOOK 4 PAY 3
Stunning Historic Retreat
Stunning Historic Re...
VILLA | HISTORIC HOMESTEAD | F...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 10 • From $100 per night
SWEET AS FOR THE FAMILY
Escape with the family for some quality time making great forever memories. Connect the kids with the outdoors
and fun things to do that will get them offline, off the grid and off the couch


Hideaway Cottage & Pod
Hideaway Cottage & P...
COTTAGE | MOUNTAIN BIKING | WA...
Tikitere, Bay Of Plenty
Sleeps up to 4 • From $287 per night
Rural Valley Retreat
Rural Valley Retreat
CABIN | PERFECT FOR GROUPS | F...
Pouawa, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 10 • From $150 per night
Rangitikei River Rooms - Family Room
Rangitikei River Roo...
LODGE | RAFTING | HORSE TREK |...
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 6 • From $280 per night
Perfect Mountain Escape Studio Pod
Perfect Mountain Esc...
LODGE | MOUNTAIN VIEWS | ADVEN...
National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 3 • From $189 per night
Countryside Lodge (Up to 10 Guests)
Countryside Lodge (U...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 10 • From $1,200 per night
Studio in the Gardens
Studio in the Garden...
GUEST HOUSE | MOUNTAIN BIKING ...
Tikitere, Bay Of Plenty
Sleeps up to 3 • From $160 per night
Warm and Cosy Log Cabin
Warm and Cosy Log Ca...
CABIN | RIVER ACCESS | WALKING...
Waihi, Waikato
Sleeps up to 10 • From $300 per night
Charming Straw Cottage
Charming Straw Cotta...
LUXURY | FAMILY FRIENDLY
Tasman, Nelson
Sleeps up to 6 • From $395 per night
ROMANTIC RETREATS
Whether you want to mark a special occasion or simply find that perfect escape combining privacy, serenity
and a little bit of luxury to share with the one you love.


Quirky Shepherd's Hut
Quirky Shepherd's Hu...
GLAMPING | CYCLE TRACKS | FARM...
Rerewhakaaitu, Rotorua
From $165 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY OR R...
Te Miro, Waikato
From $220 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Secluded Cabin Escape
Secluded Cabin Escap...
LUXURY | LUXURY LISTING | SPA ...
Mangatarata, Waikato
From $690 per night
Sleeps up to 4
House With No Nails - Loft
House With No Nails ...
LUXURY | PERFECT FOR GROUPS
Matamata, Waikato
From $180 per night
Sleeps up to 3
Water Garden Hideaway
Water Garden Hideawa...
HUT | GLOWWORM ADVENTURE | BIR...
Ohauiti, Bay of Plenty
From $238 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Rainforest Hut
Rainforest Hut
HUT | GLOW WORM ADVENTURE | BI...
Ohauiti, Bay of Plenty
From $238 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Romantic Room & Spa Package
Romantic Room & Spa ...
LODGE | RAFTING | HORSE TREK |...
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $430 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Quirky Carriage Hideaway
Quirky Carriage Hide...
CABIN | UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION |...
Marsden, West Coast
From $180 per night
Sleeps up to 2
GET OFF THE GRID
Leave the world behind! Unplug, disconnect, leave the devices at home and take the opportunity to connect
with nature somewhere in the middle of New Zealand nowhere.


Modern Shearer's Cottage
Modern Shearer's Cot...
CABIN | STYLISH RETREAT | FAMI...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 4 • From $325 per night
Off-Grid Piwakawaka Hut
Off-Grid Piwakawaka ...
HUT | ROMANCE | OFF-GRID
Banks Peninsula, Duvauchelle
Sleeps up to 2 • From $200 per night
Starlight Valley Glamping
Starlight Valley Gla...
GLAMPING | WALKING TRAILS | BR...
Thames, Coromandel
Sleeps up to 4 • From $180 per night
Sunny Spacious Dorms
Sunny Spacious Dorms
PRIVATE ROOM | STAR GAZING | B...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 4 • From $85 per night
Adventurous Family Getaway
Adventurous Family G...
HUT | FAMILY FRIENDLY | ADVENT...
Nelson, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 per night
Valley View Retreat
Valley View Retreat
HUT | RURAL VIEWS | OFF THE GR...
Eketāhuna, Manawatu-Wanganui
Sleeps up to 5 • From $110 per night
FREE FARM TOUR
Waitomo Riverside Cabin
Waitomo Riverside Ca...
GUEST HOUSE | RIVERSIDE | ROMA...
Piopio, Waikato
Sleeps up to 5 • From $365 per night
Heart of the South Retreat
Heart of the South R...
COTTAGE | STUNNING VIEWS | SCE...
Ashburton Lakes, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 6 • From $350 per night
FURRY FRIENDS WELCOME
Getaways are not the same when you have to leave someone special at home. These properties have lots of space
to get outdoors and welcome all members of your family, including the furry ones.


Farm Adventure Quarters
Farm Adventure Quart...
COTTAGE | FARMVIEWS | RURAL EX...
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 10 • From $150 per night
Farmhouse B&B
Farmhouse B&B
PRIVATE ROOM | HIKING | STAR G...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 10 • From $130 per night
Private Rural Farmstay
Private Rural Farmst...
FARMSTAY | HIKING | STAR GAZIN...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 15 • From $50 per night
Rural Valley Retreat
Rural Valley Retreat
CABIN | PERFECT FOR GROUPS | F...
Pouawa, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 10 • From $150 per night
Cosy Kumara Villa
Cosy Kumara Villa
VILLA | STAR GAZING | BIRD LIF...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 8 • From $333 per night
Misty Valley Art Studio
Misty Valley Art Stu...
COTTAGE | BREAKFAST INCLUDED |...
Thames, Coromandel
Sleeps up to 2 • From $210 per night
Mist in the Valleys [Park Site]
Mist in the Valleys ...
PARK SITE | NATIVE FOREST | BE...
Whirinaki, Northland
Sleeps up to 12 • From $20 per night
Lifestyle Block for the Family [Park Site]
Lifestyle Block for ...
PARK SITE | FAMILY FRIENDLY | ...
Lower Hutt, Wellington
Sleeps up to 4 • From $30 per night
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Our recent reviews

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    A fabulous & beautifully designed getaway that affords both privacy & breathtaking views over Lake Wairarapa. The hosts were charming & super helpful ...

    - Richard



    Luxury Suite at Lake Wairarapa
    Western Lake, Wellington
    LUXURY | FARMSTAY | LAKE VIEWS
     
  •  
    Incredible, remote, stunning spot with everything you need. I want to say it was awful so no one else knows about it.

    - Matt



    The Beach Cottage
    Matira, Waikato
    COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS | DIGITAL DETOX
     
  •  
    Beautiful spot! Perfect getaway would definitely recommend!

    - Melissa



    Luxury Glamping with Panoramic Views (And a Quirky Caravan)
    Pukehina, Bay of Plenty
    LUXURY | ROMANCE | RELAXATION | ADVENTURE
     
  •  
    We had an amazing stay at the hideaway. And everything looked even better than on the photos! What a relaxing and beautiful place to stay. Thank you G...

    - Marije



    The Hideaway - Guest suite
    Kohukohu, Far Northland, Hokianga
    ROMANTIC | RELAX AND UNWIND
     

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