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 $100 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
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
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%
Breathtaking River Retreat
Breathtaking River R...
CABIN | ROMANCE | STUNNING VIE...
Taoroa Junction, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $360 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 3, SAVE $50
Unwind in Comfort
Unwind in Comfort
HUT | UNPLUG | AUTHENTIC FARM ...
Weston, Oamaru
Sleeps up to 2 • From $170 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


Farmstay Cottage
Farmstay Cottage
FARMSTAY | COTTAGE | FAMILY FR...
Lichfield, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $175 per night
The Farmhouse
The Farmhouse
FARMSTAY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED ...
Arahura Valley, West Coast
Sleeps up to 5 • From $149 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
Beachfront Bliss - Driftwood Room
Beachfront Bliss - D...
BED AND BREAKFAST | BOUTIQUE |...
Nine Mile, West Coast
Sleeps up to 3 • From $405 per night
A Rural Retreat
A Rural Retreat
COTTAGE | STAR GAZING | SOLITU...
Tuai, Hawke's Bay
Sleeps up to 4 • From $180 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
Cosy Worker's Cottage
Cosy Worker's Cottag...
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY | TR...
Waihi, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $187 per night
Breakwater Room
Breakwater Room
BED AND BREAKFAST | BOUTIQUE |...
Nine Mile, West Coast
Sleeps up to 2 • From $385 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.


Calm Fernside B&B
Calm Fernside B&B
BED AND BREAKFAST | PETS WELCO...
Fernside, Canterbury
From $175 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Countryside Lodge (Up to 10 Guests)
Countryside Lodge (U...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
From $1,200 per night
Sleeps up to 10
Hideaway Cottage & Pod
Hideaway Cottage & P...
COTTAGE | MOUNTAIN BIKING | WA...
Tikitere, Bay Of Plenty
From $287 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Starlight Valley Glamping
Starlight Valley Gla...
GLAMPING | WALKING TRAILS | BR...
Thames, Coromandel
From $180 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Marua Sanctuary Retreat
Marua Sanctuary Retr...
CABIN | OUTDOOR BATHTUB | ROMA...
Hikurangi, Northland
From $275 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Off-Grid Piwakawaka Hut
Off-Grid Piwakawaka ...
HUT | ROMANCE | OFF-GRID
Banks Peninsula, Duvauchelle
From $200 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Quirky Shepherd's Hut
Quirky Shepherd's Hu...
GLAMPING | CYCLE TRACKS | FARM...
Rerewhakaaitu, Rotorua
From $165 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Unique Pohutukawa Escape
Unique Pohutukawa Es...
VILLA | PEACEFUL ESCAPE | BEAC...
Hapuku, Canterbury
From $300 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.


Willow trees and river views [Park Site]
Willow trees and riv...
PARK SITE | WALKING TRACKS | F...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $35 per night
Stubbs Farm Cottage
Stubbs Farm Cottage
COTTAGE | ECO-FRIENDLY | FARMS...
Waitomo Caves, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Mountain View Off-Grid Hut
Mountain View Off-Gr...
HUT | OFF-GRID | BEAUTIFUL VIE...
Charleston, West Coast
Sleeps up to 2 • From $135 per night
Tranquil B&B Suite
Tranquil B&B Suite
BED AND BREAKFAST | WALKING TR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $240 per night
Beautiful Canterbury Farm Cottage
Beautiful Canterbury...
COTTAGE | WALKING TRACKS | FAR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 8 • From $220 per night
Cosy Container Escape
Cosy Container Escap...
LUXURY | RELAXATION | WALKING ...
Millers Flat, Otago
Sleeps up to 6 • From $220 per night
Table Hill Hut
Table Hill Hut
CABIN | RELAX IN LUXURY | SCEN...
Owaka, Otago
Sleeps up to 4 • From $380 per night
Off the Grid Private Retreat
Off the Grid Private...
LUXURY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED | ...
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 2 • From $345 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.


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
Luxury Tuscan Oasis
Luxury Tuscan Oasis
VILLA | WHOLE HOUSE | UNIQUE P...
Tahawai, Bay of Plenty
Sleeps up to 10 • From $395 per night
Private Rural Farmstay
Private Rural Farmst...
FARMSTAY | HIKING | STAR GAZIN...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 15 • From $50 per night
Misty Valley Art Studio
Misty Valley Art Stu...
COTTAGE | BREAKFAST INCLUDED |...
Thames, Coromandel
Sleeps up to 2 • From $210 per night
Kohutu Dairy Farm Garden [Park Site]
Kohutu Dairy Farm Ga...
PARK SITE | ANIMAL ENCOUNTER |...
Manakau, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 8 • From $35 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
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
Wilderness Lodge
Wilderness Lodge
PRIVATE ROOM | NATIVE FOREST |...
Whirinaki, Northland
Sleeps up to 16 • From $45 per night
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Our recent reviews

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    Backbeach good vibes is a lovely place. Quirky clean and good value. It exceeded expectations. Anthea is a friendly host and we enjoyed our stay.

    - Anne



    Backbeach Good Vibes
    Omata, New Plymouth
    HUT | SURFING | RELAXATION
     
  •  
    I stayed here with my partner for 3 nights and we had such a fantastic time. It's such a cute little apartment and it's in such a peaceful location. ...

    - Charlotte



    The Hideaway - Guest suite
    Kohukohu, Far Northland, Hokianga
    ROMANTIC | RELAX AND UNWIND
     
  •  
    It was an amazing cabin with a great view. Mark and April went that extra mile with home baking and we loved the continental breakfast with homemade m...

    - Suzanne



    Maungatautari Villa Two
    Maungatautari, Waikato
    VILLA | RURAL VIEWS | COUPLES RETREAT
     
  •  
    Magical. A real sanctuary to get away from it all. Wonderful hosts, fabulous breakfasts and beautiful natural surroundings

    - sarah



    Water Garden Hideaway
    Ohauiti, Bay of Plenty
    HUT | GLOWWORM ADVENTURE | BIRDLIFE
     

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