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
Rustic Country Haven
Rustic Country Haven
COTTAGE | COUNTRY WALKS | RURA...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 7 • From $120 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
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 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
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


A Rural Retreat
A Rural Retreat
COTTAGE | STAR GAZING | SOLITU...
Tuai, Hawke's Bay
Sleeps up to 4 • From $180 per night
Cosy Worker's Cottage
Cosy Worker's Cottag...
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY | TR...
Waihi, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $187 per night
Beachfront Bliss - Driftwood Room
Beachfront Bliss - D...
BED AND BREAKFAST | BOUTIQUE |...
Nine Mile, West Coast
Sleeps up to 3 • From $405 per night
Rural Avocado Orchard Stay
Rural Avocado Orchar...
FARMSTAY | PEACEFUL | SELF-CON...
Maungatapere, Northland
Sleeps up to 5 • From $170 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
Serene Kaimai Retreat
Serene Kaimai Retrea...
GUEST HOUSE | ANIMALS | PEACE ...
Katikati, Bay of Plenty
Sleeps up to 6 • From $200 per night
Volcano Views Retreat
Volcano Views Retrea...
LODGE | MOUNTAIN VIEW | ADVENT...
National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 6 • From $250 per night
The Hunter's Shack
The Hunter's Shack
CABIN | FARMSTAY | HUNTING
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 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.


Magnificent Waterfront Retreat
Magnificent Waterfro...
LODGE | PERFECT FOR GROUPS | R...
Whakamarama, Bay of Plenty
From $2,500 per night
Sleeps up to 13
Secluded Cabin Escape
Secluded Cabin Escap...
LUXURY | LUXURY LISTING | SPA ...
Mangatarata, Waikato
From $690 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Charming Island Escape
Charming Island Esca...
LUXURY | ROMANCE | RELAXATION ...
Nelson, New Zealand
From $190 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Blissful Country Haven
Blissful Country Hav...
LUXURY | RELAXING RETREAT | OU...
Raglan, Waikato
From $250 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Water Garden Hideaway
Water Garden Hideawa...
HUT | GLOWWORM ADVENTURE | BIR...
Ohauiti, Bay of Plenty
From $238 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Romantic Boutique Cottage
Romantic Boutique Co...
COTTAGE | ROMANTIC | SPA HOUSE
Cromwell, Otago
From $457 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Unwind Among the Vines
Unwind Among the Vin...
CABIN | RELAXATION | SURROUNDE...
Cromwell, Otago
From $286 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Marua Sanctuary Retreat
Marua Sanctuary Retr...
CABIN | OUTDOOR BATHTUB | ROMA...
Hikurangi, Northland
From $275 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.


Valley View Retreat
Valley View Retreat
HUT | RURAL VIEWS | OFF THE GR...
Eketāhuna, Manawatu-Wanganui
Sleeps up to 5 • From $110 per night
River View Chalet
River View Chalet
COTTAGE | RURAL VIEWS | BUSH W...
Retaruke, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 9 • From $250 per night
Mountain View Off-Grid Cottage
Mountain View Off-Gr...
COTTAGE | OFF-GRID | BEAUTIFUL...
Charleston, West Coast
Sleeps up to 5 • From $220 per night
Off the Grid Private Retreat
Off the Grid Private...
LUXURY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED | ...
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 2 • From $345 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
Idyllic Lodge Retreat
Idyllic Lodge Retrea...
LODGE | LARGE GROUPS | FAMILY ...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 16 • From $1,500 per night
Sunny Spacious Dorms
Sunny Spacious Dorms
PRIVATE ROOM | STAR GAZING | B...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 4 • From $85 per night
Rocky River Farm House
Rocky River Farm Hou...
GUEST HOUSE | NATURE WALKS | H...
Te Karaka, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 8 • From $180 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.


Private Boutique Manor
Private Boutique Man...
LUXURY | LUXURY LISTING | DOGS...
Waingawa, Wellington
Sleeps up to 10 • From $500 per night
Cosy Kumara Villa
Cosy Kumara Villa
VILLA | STAR GAZING | BIRD LIF...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 8 • From $333 per night
Private Rural Farmstay
Private Rural Farmst...
FARMSTAY | HIKING | STAR GAZIN...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 15 • From $50 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
Kohutu Dairy Farm [Park Site]
Kohutu Dairy Farm [P...
CAMPING | ANIMAL ENCOUNTER | F...
Manakau, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 8 • From $35 per night
Picturesque Eco Lodge
Picturesque Eco Lodg...
LODGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY | KAYA...
Elsthorpe, Hawke's Bay
Sleeps up to 17 • From $250 per night
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY OR R...
Te Miro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $220 per night
Tranquil Villa in the Hills
Tranquil Villa in th...
VILLA | RURAL VIEWS | PEACEFUL...
Pohokura, Taranaki
Sleeps up to 8 • From $143 per night
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Our recent reviews

  •  
    Incredible attention to detail in a stunning setting. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back!

    - Trish



    Seaside Escape
    Pōrangahau, Hawke's Bay
    COTTAGE | BEACH CLOSE BY | UNIQUE DECOR
     
  •  
    This property is in a great location - high on the hill with views across the Canterbury plains. There are even better views from the top of the hill...

    - Joanne



    Hilltop Bliss
    Starvation Hill, Canterbury
    COTTAGE | WALKING TRACKS | RURAL VIEWS
     
  •  
    Lovely hosts, very picturesque spot. Would love to come back and do some rafting in summer.

    - Dominic



    Breathtaking River Retreat
    Taoroa Junction, Manawatu-Whanganui
    CABIN | ROMANCE | STUNNING VIEWS
     
  •  
    We had a wonderful time in the Ozark Cabin. Beautiful surroundings and lots to explore.

    - Jessica



    Off Grid Remote Cabin
    Tiniroto, Gisborne
    HUT | SECLUDED | BUSH GETAWAY
     

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