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
STAY 3, SAVE $50
Unwind in Comfort
Unwind in Comfort
HUT | UNPLUG | AUTHENTIC FARM ...
Weston, Oamaru
Sleeps up to 2 • From $170 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%
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
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
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
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


The Farmhouse
The Farmhouse
FARMSTAY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED ...
Arahura Valley, West Coast
Sleeps up to 5 • From $149 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
Boutique Stone Cottage Near Rail Trail
Boutique Stone Cotta...
COTTAGE | CYCLING TRACKS | FAR...
Middlemarch, Otago
Sleeps up to 6 • From $245 per night
Countryside Family Guest House
Countryside Family G...
GUEST HOUSE | MOUNTAIN BIKE | ...
Pirongia, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $160 per night
Rangitikei River Rooms - Family Room
Rangitikei River Roo...
LODGE | RAFTING | HORSE TREK |...
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 6 • From $280 per night
Breathtaking Lodge (12 guests)
Breathtaking Lodge (...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 12 • From $1,200 per night
Birdsong Escape
Birdsong Escape
PRIVATE ROOM | SPECTACULAR VIE...
Marlborough, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Private Escape (4 guests)
Private Escape (4 gu...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $875 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.


Historic Schoolhouse Cottage
Historic Schoolhouse...
FARMSTAY | VIEWS | UNIQUE ACCO...
Fuchsia Creek, Otago
From $120 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
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
Authentic Log Cabin Hideaway
Authentic Log Cabin ...
LUXURY | WALKING TRACKS | PEAC...
Milton, Otago
From $445 per night
Sleeps up to 6
Table Hill Hut
Table Hill Hut
CABIN | RELAX IN LUXURY | SCEN...
Owaka, Otago
From $380 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Secluded Cabin Escape
Secluded Cabin Escap...
LUXURY | LUXURY LISTING | SPA ...
Mangatarata, Waikato
From $690 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Rainforest Hut
Rainforest Hut
HUT | GLOW WORM ADVENTURE | BI...
Ohauiti, Bay of Plenty
From $238 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Studio in the Gardens
Studio in the Garden...
GUEST HOUSE | MOUNTAIN BIKING ...
Tikitere, Bay Of Plenty
From $160 per night
Sleeps up to 3
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
Eco-friendly Farmstay [Park Site]
Eco-friendly Farmsta...
PARK SITE | STAR GAZING | FARM...
Arahura Valley, West Coast
Sleeps up to 6 • From $35 per night
Modern Shearer's Cottage
Modern Shearer's Cot...
CABIN | STYLISH RETREAT | FAMI...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 4 • From $325 per night
Blue Water Hideaway
Blue Water Hideaway
PRIVATE ROOM | LUXURY | OFF TH...
Marlborough, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Wilderness Hut
Wilderness Hut
GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE G...
Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 2 • From $200 per night
Marua Sanctuary Retreat
Marua Sanctuary Retr...
CABIN | OUTDOOR BATHTUB | ROMA...
Hikurangi, Northland
Sleeps up to 2 • From $275 per night
Unique Carriage Stay
Unique Carriage Stay
BED AND BREAKFAST | UNIQUE ACC...
Hapuku, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $300 per night
Valley View Retreat
Valley View Retreat
HUT | RURAL VIEWS | OFF THE GR...
Eketāhuna, Manawatu-Wanganui
Sleeps up to 5 • From $110 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
Tranquil Villa in the Hills
Tranquil Villa in th...
VILLA | RURAL VIEWS | PEACEFUL...
Pohokura, Taranaki
Sleeps up to 8 • From $143 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
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY OR R...
Te Miro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $220 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
The Beach Cottage
The Beach Cottage
COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS ...
Matira, Waikato
Sleeps up to 11 • From $175 per night
Valhalla North
Valhalla North
LUXURY | PRIVATE | DOG FRIENDL...
Kerikeri, Northland
Sleeps up to 8 • From $650 per night
Private Boutique Manor
Private Boutique Man...
LUXURY | LUXURY LISTING | DOGS...
Waingawa, Wellington
Sleeps up to 10 • From $500 per night
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Our recent reviews

  •  
    Great spot, nice and quiet. Great communication from the hosts.

    - Tracey



    River View Chalet
    Retaruke, Manawatu-Whanganui
    COTTAGE | RURAL VIEWS | BUSH WALKS
     
  •  
    Great place and great location!!!

    - Aaron



    The Beach Cottage
    Matira, Waikato
    COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS | DIGITAL DETOX
     
  •  
    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
     
  •  
    Perfect simplicity!! Has everything you need and nothing you don't! Sensational location and views!! Outdoor bath was a highlight!! Catherine and Mal ...

    - Karyn



    Wilderness Hut
    Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
    GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE GRID
     

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