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 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 2, SAVE 30%
Pigeon Place Hut
Pigeon Place Hut
LUXURY | RURAL VIEWS | SOLITUD...
Coopers Creek, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $375 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
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 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


Rangitikei River Rooms - Family Room
Rangitikei River Roo...
LODGE | RAFTING | HORSE TREK |...
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 6 • From $280 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
Cottage at Nibble Nook
Cottage at Nibble No...
COTTAGE | TWIN OUTDOOR BATHS |...
Tapapa, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $210 per night
Cosy Country Cottage
Cosy Country Cottage
CABIN | OUTDOOR BATHS | SKI FI...
Raetihi, Manawatu-Wanganui
Sleeps up to 10 • From $490 per night
Breathtaking Lodge (12 guests)
Breathtaking Lodge (...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 12 • From $1,200 per night
Stunning Room with a View (2 Guests)
Stunning Room with a...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 2 • From $600 per night
Birdsong Escape
Birdsong Escape
PRIVATE ROOM | SPECTACULAR VIE...
Marlborough, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Rustic Eco-friendly Cottage
Rustic Eco-friendly ...
HUT | DIGITAL DETOX | BUSH WAL...
Tora, Wairarapa
Sleeps up to 4 • From $130 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.


Table Hill Hut
Table Hill Hut
CABIN | RELAX IN LUXURY | SCEN...
Owaka, Otago
From $380 per night
Sleeps up to 4
STAY 2 SAVE 10%
Breathtaking River Retreat
Breathtaking River R...
CABIN | ROMANCE | STUNNING VIE...
Taoroa Junction, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $360 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Wilderness Hut
Wilderness Hut
GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE G...
Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $200 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 $177 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
Country Paradise Glamping
Country Paradise Gla...
GLAMPING | ROMANTIC RETREAT | ...
Hurworth, Taranaki
From $280 per night
Sleeps up to 6
Fiordland Alpaca Cottage
Fiordland Alpaca Cot...
COTTAGE | MEET THE ANIMALS | N...
Manapouri, Southland
From $270 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.


Te Awa Glamping
Te Awa Glamping
LUXURY | LUXURY GLAMPING | HAM...
Taumarunui, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $480 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
Adventurous Family Getaway
Adventurous Family G...
HUT | FAMILY FRIENDLY | ADVENT...
Nelson, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 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
Cosy Container Escape
Cosy Container Escap...
LUXURY | RELAXATION | WALKING ...
Millers Flat, Otago
Sleeps up to 6 • From $220 per night
Stubbs Farm Cottage
Stubbs Farm Cottage
COTTAGE | ECO-FRIENDLY | FARMS...
Waitomo Caves, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
River View Chalet
River View Chalet
COTTAGE | RURAL VIEWS | BUSH W...
Retaruke, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 9 • From $250 per night
Modern Shearer's Cottage
Modern Shearer's Cot...
CABIN | STYLISH RETREAT | FAMI...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 4 • From $325 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.


Cosy Te Miro Cottage
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY OR R...
Te Miro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $220 per night
Private Boutique Manor
Private Boutique Man...
LUXURY | LUXURY LISTING | DOGS...
Waingawa, Wellington
Sleeps up to 10 • From $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
Wilderness Lodge
Wilderness Lodge
PRIVATE ROOM | NATIVE FOREST |...
Whirinaki, Northland
Sleeps up to 16 • From $45 per night
Farmhouse B&B
Farmhouse B&B
PRIVATE ROOM | HIKING | STAR G...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 10 • From $130 per night
Rural Luxury B&B - Kiwi Cabin
Rural Luxury B&B - K...
TINY HOUSE | PET FRIENDLY | UN...
Bombay, Auckland
Sleeps up to 4 • From $199 per night
Tarawera Rural Bliss
Tarawera Rural Bliss
COTTAGE | LAKE VIEWS | RURAL R...
Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
Sleeps up to 4 • From $460 per night
Cosy Country Break
Cosy Country Break
COTTAGE | RURAL VIEWS | TRANQU...
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 11 • From $310 per night
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Our recent reviews

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    What a great place to stay, the view was spectacular. We were in a good location to visit several beaches. The accommodation was immaculate.

    - Graham & Robyn



    Seaside Escape
    Pōrangahau, Hawke's Bay
    COTTAGE | BEACH CLOSE BY | UNIQUE DECOR
     
  •  
    This place is truly a hidden gem. So many little extras that lifted our experience beyond expectations to the next level..! Sincere thanks to Nic and ...

    - Ian



    Historic Schoolhouse Cottage
    Fuchsia Creek, Otago
    FARMSTAY | VIEWS | UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION
     
  •  
    The beautiful location boasted stunning views and lovely walks into nature. We were incredibly grateful that this family shared their fantastic holi...

    - Sonia



    Secluded Sounds Hideaway
    Pelorus Sound Te Hoiere, New Zealand
    VILLA | SPECTACULAR VIEWS | FAMILY GETAWAYS
     
  •  
    Lovely location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

    - David and Mary



    The Beach Cottage
    Matira, Waikato
    COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS | DIGITAL DETOX
     

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