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
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
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
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
Wilderness Lodge
Wilderness Lodge
PRIVATE ROOM | NATIVE FOREST |...
Whirinaki, Northland
Sleeps up to 16 • From $45 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
The Beach Cottage
The Beach Cottage
COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS ...
Matira, Waikato
Sleeps up to 11 • From $175 per night
Rustic Eco-friendly Cottage
Rustic Eco-friendly ...
HUT | DIGITAL DETOX | BUSH WAL...
Tora, Wairarapa
Sleeps up to 4 • From $130 per night
Tutukaka Private Apartment
Tutukaka Private Apa...
GUEST HOUSE | BEACH ACCESS | R...
Tutukaka, Northland
Sleeps up to 4 • From $320 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
At home with the flowers [Park Site]
At home with the flo...
PARK SITE | CAMP FIRE | FARM T...
Helensville, Auckland
Sleeps up to 4 • From $30 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.


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
Crystal Clear Views Suite
Crystal Clear Views ...
PRIVATE ROOM | ROMANTIC ESCAPE...
Marlborough, New Zealand
From $280 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Wilderness Hut
Wilderness Hut
GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE G...
Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $200 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Te Awa Glamping
Te Awa Glamping
LUXURY | LUXURY GLAMPING | HAM...
Taumarunui, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $480 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Stylish Retreat with Majestic Views
Stylish Retreat with...
LUXURY | PANORAMIC VIEWS | OUT...
Te Anau, Southland
From $699 per night
Sleeps up to 5
Pukeko Bush Hut
Pukeko Bush Hut
HUT | GLOWWORM ADVENTURE | BIR...
Ohauiti, Bay of Plenty
From $238 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.


Birdsong Escape
Birdsong Escape
PRIVATE ROOM | SPECTACULAR VIE...
Marlborough, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Farmstay Lodge
Farmstay Lodge
LODGE | BEAUTIFUL BUSH WALKS |...
Marokopa, Waikato
Sleeps up to 16 • From $75 per night
Country Style B&B Apartment
Country Style B&B Ap...
BED AND BREAKFAST | WALKING TR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $240 per night
Marua Sanctuary Retreat
Marua Sanctuary Retr...
CABIN | OUTDOOR BATHTUB | ROMA...
Hikurangi, Northland
Sleeps up to 2 • From $275 per night
Off the Grid Eco Lodge
Off the Grid Eco Lod...
GUEST HOUSE | OFF THE GRID | W...
Glorit, Auckland
Sleeps up to 4 • From $280 per night
Rustic Eco-friendly Cottage
Rustic Eco-friendly ...
HUT | DIGITAL DETOX | BUSH WAL...
Tora, Wairarapa
Sleeps up to 4 • From $130 per night
Stubbs Farm Cottage
Stubbs Farm Cottage
COTTAGE | ECO-FRIENDLY | FARMS...
Waitomo Caves, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Authentic Log Cabin Hideaway
Authentic Log Cabin ...
LUXURY | WALKING TRACKS | PEAC...
Milton, Otago
Sleeps up to 6 • From $445 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.


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
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
Sunny Spacious Dorms
Sunny Spacious Dorms
PRIVATE ROOM | STAR GAZING | B...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 4 • From $85 per night
Cosy Kumara Villa
Cosy Kumara Villa
VILLA | STAR GAZING | BIRD LIF...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 8 • From $333 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
Cosy Country Break
Cosy Country Break
COTTAGE | RURAL VIEWS | TRANQU...
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 11 • From $230 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
Historic Schoolhouse Cottage
Historic Schoolhouse...
FARMSTAY | VIEWS | UNIQUE ACCO...
Fuchsia Creek, Otago
Sleeps up to 4 • From $120 per night
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Our recent reviews

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    Was amazing and just what we needed to get away from the hustle and bustle. Our 5 year olds had the time of their little lives!

    - Courtney



    Soothing Riverside
    Manunui, Manawatu-Whanganui
    FARMSTAY | CAMP RIVERSIDE | FULL FACILITIES
     
  •  
    Amazing stay, needed it to balance back out to zero which we really did. Great to escape the noise and lights of city life.

    - Ivan



    Enchanting Riverside Getaway
    Kaeo, Northland
    LUXURY | UNIQUE RETREAT | ROMANTIC ESCAPE
     
  •  
    Awesome place to stay! Everything you need, great hospitality and wicked views!

    - Rachel



    Table Hill Hut
    Owaka, Otago
    CABIN | RELAX IN LUXURY | SCENIC BUSHWALKS
     
  •  
    Absolutely amazing stay. Picturesque scenery, cozy and immaculately tidy cabin.......just complete and utter bliss. Trudy and Brendan have gone above ...

    - Katie



    Waitomo Riverside Cabin
    Piopio, Waikato
    GUEST HOUSE | RIVERSIDE | ROMANCE
     

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