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.


BOOK 4 PAY 3
Stunning Historic Retreat
Stunning Historic Re...
VILLA | HISTORIC HOMESTEAD | F...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 10 • 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
Rustic Country Haven
Rustic Country Haven
COTTAGE | COUNTRY WALKS | RURA...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 6 • From $140 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 30%
Pigeon Place Hut
Pigeon Place Hut
LUXURY | RURAL VIEWS | SOLITUD...
Coopers Creek, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $375 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
FREE FARM TOUR
Waitomo Riverside Cabin
Waitomo Riverside Ca...
GUEST HOUSE | RIVERSIDE | ROMA...
Piopio, Waikato
Sleeps up to 5 • From $365 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


Tutukaka Private Apartment
Tutukaka Private Apa...
GUEST HOUSE | BEACH ACCESS | R...
Tutukaka, Northland
Sleeps up to 4 • From $320 per night
Rural Valley Retreat
Rural Valley Retreat
CABIN | PERFECT FOR GROUPS | F...
Pouawa, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 10 • From $150 per night
Tranquil Farm Escape
Tranquil Farm Escape
PRIVATE ROOM | PEACE & TRANQUI...
Langs Beach, Northland
Sleeps up to 3 • From $230 per night
Luxury Country Cottage
Luxury Country Cotta...
COTTAGE | STARGAZING | RELAX A...
Tirohanga, Bay Of Plenty
Sleeps up to 4 • From $190 per night
Modern Shearer's Cottage
Modern Shearer's Cot...
CABIN | STYLISH RETREAT | FAMI...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 4 • From $325 per night
The Farmhouse
The Farmhouse
FARMSTAY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED ...
Arahura Valley, West Coast
Sleeps up to 5 • From $149 per night
Chalet In The Country - Suite A
Chalet In The Countr...
GUEST HOUSE | RURAL VIEWS | CH...
Kaeo, Northland
Sleeps up to 8 • From $475 per night
Cottage at Nibble Nook
Cottage at Nibble No...
COTTAGE | TWIN OUTDOOR BATHS |...
Tapapa, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $210 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.


Country Paradise Glamping
Country Paradise Gla...
GLAMPING | ROMANTIC RETREAT | ...
Hurworth, Taranaki
From $280 per night
Sleeps up to 6
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY OR R...
Te Miro, Waikato
From $220 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Off-Grid Piwakawaka Hut
Off-Grid Piwakawaka ...
HUT | ROMANCE | OFF-GRID
Banks Peninsula, Duvauchelle
From $200 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Stylish Retreat with Majestic Views
Stylish Retreat with...
LUXURY | PANORAMIC VIEWS | OUT...
Te Anau, Southland
From $699 per night
Sleeps up to 5
Private Escape (4 guests)
Private Escape (4 gu...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
From $875 per night
Sleeps up to 4
House With No Nails - Middle Room
House With No Nails ...
LUXURY | PERFECT FOR GROUPS
Matamata, Waikato
From $150 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Nestle in the Olive Grove [Park Site]
Nestle in the Olive ...
PARK SITE | BEAUTIFUL VIEWS | ...
Cromwell, Otago
From $65 per night
Sleeps up to 6
A Taste of France
A Taste of France
ROMANCE | RELAXATION | BEACHES
Ohauiti, Bay Of Plenty
From $120 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.


Rocky River Farm House
Rocky River Farm Hou...
GUEST HOUSE | NATURE WALKS | H...
Te Karaka, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 8 • From $180 per night
Wilderness Hut
Wilderness Hut
GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE G...
Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 2 • From $200 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
Modern Shearer's Cottage
Modern Shearer's Cot...
CABIN | STYLISH RETREAT | FAMI...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 4 • From $325 per night
Off Grid Remote Cabin
Off Grid Remote Cabi...
HUT | SECLUDED | BUSH GETAWAY
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 6 • From $160 per night
Unique Carriage Stay
Unique Carriage Stay
BED AND BREAKFAST | UNIQUE ACC...
Hapuku, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $300 per night
Idyllic Lodge Retreat
Idyllic Lodge Retrea...
LODGE | LARGE GROUPS | FAMILY ...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 16 • From $1,500 per night
Sleep under the willows [Tent Site]
Sleep under the will...
CAMPING | WALKING TRACKS | FAR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 4 • From $35 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.


Rural Luxury B&B - Kea Cabin
Rural Luxury B&B - K...
TINY HOUSE | PET FRIENDLY | UN...
Bombay, Auckland
Sleeps up to 3 • From $169 per night
Mist in the Valleys [Camp & Sleeper Car Sites]
Mist in the Valleys ...
CAMPING | NATIVE FOREST | BEAC...
Whirinaki, Northland
Sleeps up to 11 • From $25 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
Luxury Tuscan Oasis
Luxury Tuscan Oasis
VILLA | WHOLE HOUSE | UNIQUE P...
Tahawai, Bay of Plenty
Sleeps up to 10 • From $395 per night
Homestead at Skye Farm
Homestead at Skye Fa...
FARMSTAY | FAMILY FRIENDLY | D...
Dannevirke, Manawatu-Wanganui
Sleeps up to 9 • From $350 per night
The Beach Cottage
The Beach Cottage
COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS ...
Matira, Waikato
Sleeps up to 11 • From $175 per night
Calm Fernside B&B
Calm Fernside B&B
BED AND BREAKFAST | PETS WELCO...
Fernside, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $175 per night
Farm Adventure Quarters
Farm Adventure Quart...
COTTAGE | FARMVIEWS | RURAL EX...
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 10 • From $130 per night
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Our recent reviews

  •  
    Lovely location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

    - David and Mary



    The Beach Cottage
    Matira, Waikato
    COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS | DIGITAL DETOX
     
  •  
    Loved it!

    - Dom



    Rewa Hut
    Okoki, Taranaki
    HUT | NATIVE BUSH | COUPLES | OUTDOOR BATH
     
  •  
    Beautiful spot. Amazing hosts. Would absolutely recommend!

    - Gavin



    Breathtaking River Retreat
    Taoroa Junction, Manawatu-Whanganui
    CABIN | ROMANCE | STUNNING VIEWS
     
  •  
    The Villa Casa Maria was absolutely stunning and had great amenities as well. Sharlene was great with communicating about our stay in advance and also...

    - Tōmairangi



    Luxury Tuscan Oasis
    Tahawai, Bay of Plenty
    VILLA | WHOLE HOUSE | UNIQUE PROPERTY
     

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