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
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
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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
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


Tranquil B&B Suite
Tranquil B&B Suite
BED AND BREAKFAST | WALKING TR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $240 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
Wilderness Lodge
Wilderness Lodge
PRIVATE ROOM | NATIVE FOREST |...
Whirinaki, Northland
Sleeps up to 16 • From $45 per night
Farmstay Cottage
Farmstay Cottage
FARMSTAY | COTTAGE | FAMILY FR...
Lichfield, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $175 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
Luxury Historic Cottage
Luxury Historic Cott...
LUXURY | FISHING | FARM TOURS
Coldstream, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 4 • From $395 per night
Mountain Views Retreat
Mountain Views Retre...
STAR GAZING | ANIMAL ENCOUNTER
West Eyreton, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 4 • From $225 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
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.


Charming Island Escape
Charming Island Esca...
LUXURY | ROMANCE | RELAXATION ...
Nelson, New Zealand
From $190 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
House With No Nails - Middle Room
House With No Nails ...
LUXURY | PERFECT FOR GROUPS
Matamata, Waikato
From $150 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Unique Carriage Stay
Unique Carriage Stay
BED AND BREAKFAST | UNIQUE ACC...
Hapuku, Canterbury
From $300 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Hideaway Farmhouse & Studio
Hideaway Farmhouse &...
COTTAGE | MOUNTAIN BIKING | WA...
Tikitere, Bay Of Plenty
From $475 per night
Sleeps up to 8
Raglan Country Retreat
Raglan Country Retre...
GUEST HOUSE | UNIQUE FARM STAY...
Raglan, Waikato
From $200 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
Quirky Shepherd's Hut
Quirky Shepherd's Hu...
GLAMPING | CYCLE TRACKS | FARM...
Rerewhakaaitu, Rotorua
From $165 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
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
Beautiful Canterbury Farm Cottage
Beautiful Canterbury...
COTTAGE | WALKING TRACKS | FAR...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 8 • From $220 per night
Off-Grid Piwakawaka Hut
Off-Grid Piwakawaka ...
HUT | ROMANCE | OFF-GRID
Banks Peninsula, Duvauchelle
Sleeps up to 2 • From $200 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
Wilderness Hut
Wilderness Hut
GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE G...
Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 2 • From $200 per night
Sunny Spacious Dorms
Sunny Spacious Dorms
PRIVATE ROOM | STAR GAZING | B...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 4 • From $85 per night
Starlight Valley Glamping
Starlight Valley Gla...
GLAMPING | WALKING TRAILS | BR...
Thames, Coromandel
Sleeps up to 4 • From $180 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
Sunny Spacious Dorms
Sunny Spacious Dorms
PRIVATE ROOM | STAR GAZING | B...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 4 • From $85 per night
Tarawera Rural Bliss
Tarawera Rural Bliss
COTTAGE | LAKE VIEWS | RURAL R...
Lake Tarawera, Rotorua
Sleeps up to 4 • From $460 per night
Valhalla North
Valhalla North
LUXURY | PRIVATE | DOG FRIENDL...
Kerikeri, Northland
Sleeps up to 8 • From $650 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
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 [Camp & Sleeper Car Sites]
Mist in the Valleys ...
CAMPING | NATIVE FOREST | BEAC...
Whirinaki, Northland
Sleeps up to 11 • From $25 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

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    We had the most fantastic stay at Mahaanui Cabin. Sally & Simon have gone above and beyond to provide a really great experience. The Cabin is very wel...

    - Emma



    Off the Grid Private Retreat
    Tiniroto, Gisborne
    LUXURY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED | MOUNTAIN BIKING
     
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    A beautiful spot to unwind and disconnect from any technology. The cosiest cottage with a roaring open fireplace. Views of the beach and surrounding r...

    - Britney



    The Beach Cottage
    Matira, Waikato
    COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS | DIGITAL DETOX
     
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    Incredible experience! The place was great and bedroom was very warm. Plenty of firewood supplied! The hosts were amazing, quickly topping up the wate...

    - Josh



    Wilderness Hut
    Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
    GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE GRID
     
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    Such a peaceful location and I felt completely relaxed the whole time. We absolutely loved our stay here - we only had one night but we will be back!

    - Shelley



    Rewa Hut
    Okoki, Taranaki
    HUT | NATIVE BUSH | COUPLES | OUTDOOR BATH
     

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