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
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
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
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


Adventurous Family Getaway
Adventurous Family G...
HUT | FAMILY FRIENDLY | ADVENT...
Nelson, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 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
Idyllic Lodge Retreat
Idyllic Lodge Retrea...
LODGE | LARGE GROUPS | FAMILY ...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 16 • From $1,500 per night
Chalet In The Country - Suite B
Chalet In The Countr...
GUEST HOUSE | RELAXATION | CHA...
Kaeo, Northland
Sleeps up to 6 • From $275 per night
Tongariro Adventure Lodge
Tongariro Adventure ...
LODGE | MOUNTAIN VIEW | ADVENT...
National Park, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 6 • From $99 per night
Homestead in the Country
Homestead in the Cou...
FARMSTAY | RURAL LOCATION | HO...
Otago, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 8 • From $400 per night
The Farmhouse
The Farmhouse
FARMSTAY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED ...
Arahura Valley, West Coast
Sleeps up to 5 • From $149 per night
Modern Shearer's Cottage
Modern Shearer's Cot...
CABIN | STYLISH RETREAT | FAMI...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 4 • From $325 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.


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
House With No Nails - Loft
House With No Nails ...
LUXURY | PERFECT FOR GROUPS
Matamata, Waikato
From $180 per night
Sleeps up to 3
Country Paradise Glamping
Country Paradise Gla...
GLAMPING | ROMANTIC RETREAT | ...
Hurworth, Taranaki
From $280 per night
Sleeps up to 6
Hideaway Cottage & Pod
Hideaway Cottage & P...
COTTAGE | MOUNTAIN BIKING | WA...
Tikitere, Bay Of Plenty
From $287 per night
Sleeps up to 4
The Cottage at Wharehine Retreat Eco-stay
The Cottage at Whare...
COTTAGE | ROMANCE | LAKEVIEWS ...
Wharehine, Auckland
From $285 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Rustic Eco-friendly Cottage
Rustic Eco-friendly ...
HUT | DIGITAL DETOX | BUSH WAL...
Tora, Wairarapa
From $130 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Romantic Room & Spa Package
Romantic Room & Spa ...
LODGE | RAFTING | HORSE TREK |...
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $430 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
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.


Sleep under the willows [Tent Site]
Sleep under the will...
CAMPING | WALKING TRACKS | FAR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 4 • From $35 per night
Te Awa Glamping
Te Awa Glamping
LUXURY | LUXURY GLAMPING | HAM...
Taumarunui, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $480 per night
The Hunter's Shack
The Hunter's Shack
CABIN | FARMSTAY | HUNTING
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 per night
Luxury Waterfall & Native Bush Glamping
Luxury Waterfall & N...
LUXURY | WAKE UP TO BIRD SONG ...
Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Beautiful Canterbury Farm Cottage
Beautiful Canterbury...
COTTAGE | WALKING TRACKS | FAR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 8 • From $220 per night
Off Grid Remote Cabin
Off Grid Remote Cabi...
HUT | SECLUDED | BUSH GETAWAY
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 6 • From $160 per night
Sunny Spacious Dorms
Sunny Spacious Dorms
PRIVATE ROOM | STAR GAZING | B...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 4 • From $85 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
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 Valley Retreat
Rural Valley Retreat
CABIN | PERFECT FOR GROUPS | F...
Pouawa, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 10 • From $150 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
Private Rural Farmstay
Private Rural Farmst...
FARMSTAY | HIKING | STAR GAZIN...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 15 • From $50 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
Valhalla North
Valhalla North
LUXURY | PRIVATE | DOG FRIENDL...
Kerikeri, Northland
Sleeps up to 8 • From $650 per night
Picturesque Eco Lodge
Picturesque Eco Lodg...
LODGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY | KAYA...
Elsthorpe, Hawke's Bay
Sleeps up to 17 • From $250 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
Birdsong Escape
Birdsong Escape
PRIVATE ROOM | SPECTACULAR VIE...
Marlborough, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
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Our recent reviews

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    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
     
  •  
    We had a great time. It’s a fantastic spot for unwinding and forgetting about the daily grind for a bit. Beautiful, tranquil surroundings, luxurio...

    - Esti



    Waitomo Riverside Cabin
    Piopio, Waikato
    GUEST HOUSE | RIVERSIDE | ROMANCE
     
  •  
    A stunning place to stay, it's always been a dream to stay in a log cabin and this doesn't disappoint! We love the philosophy behind the building and ...

    - Andrew



    Authentic Log Cabin Hideaway
    Milton, Otago
    LUXURY | WALKING TRACKS | PEACEFUL ESCAPE
     
  •  
    Lovely relaxing spot. Clean and Tidy. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. The property delivered what we were expecting.

    - Vicki



    Unwind in Comfort
    Weston, Oamaru
    HUT | UNPLUG | AUTHENTIC FARM EXPERIENCE
     

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