Escape to a quiet pocket in the country and stay at Raglan Country Retreat, boutique accommodation ten minutes drive from the coastal town of Raglan.
Enjoy the best of everything; the buzz of the town, the roar of the surf, then retreat to the valley for a restful nights sleep.
The Retreat is on a dead-end gravel road situated on an 18-acre lifestyle block surrounded by farmland. Wake up in the peaceful valley, with a peep of the wind farm turbines over the hill.
The converted barn is renovated to a high-spec with quality linen and furnishings. The front patio is gated off the driveway and planted in herbs and vegetables for your use. The red door leads to the horse stables at the back.
The space was created from many recycled and preloved materials. The fireplace mantle is from the 120yo villa. The native timber vanity, ladder, mezzanine edge protection and rafters are made from the original farmhouse that was demolished by hand. The gates are from India, and yes... the meat chiller works!
The whole accommodation space is for guest use. You'll be left to your privacy and enjoyment. The rear of the barn holds stables and yards where the owner may be from time to time.
The owner lives onsite in the villa 200m away out of view from the barn. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to knock on the door.
Essential Stay Info
Guest House
Access to lakes, rivers, streams & beaches
Cats Welcome
Dogs Welcome
Horse Grazing Available
Not Suitable for Children
Rural Views
Single Safe
Solitude
Sustainable Stays
Unique Accommodation
Whole House
Check in time: 2pm Check out time: 10am
Eating and Drinking
The kitchenette is stocked with all that you need. There is a Webber BBQ outside and inside there is a toaster, kettle, electric hotplate, George Foreman grill and benchtop oven/airfryer.
Bedding Configuration
On the ground floor is a queen bed. On the mezzanine floor accessed by a ladder is a double futon bed.
On the ground floor is a queen bed. On the mezzanine floor accessed by a ladder is a double futon bed.
More info about the property
Raglan Country Retreat is a boutique country accommodation ten minutes drive from the coastal town of Raglan. Enjoy the best of everything; the buzz of the town, the roar of the surf, then retreat to ...
Raglan Country Retreat is a boutique country accommodation ten minutes drive from the coastal town of Raglan. Enjoy the best of everything; the buzz of the town, the roar of the surf, then retreat to the valley for a restful nights sleep.
Things to note about our property:
* The barn has a composting toilet
* Bring your "redbands" you are welcome to walk within the property boundary, but please do not enter paddocks with horses or cattle.
* The night sky is great for stargazers, as the surrounding hills block light pollution.
* The gravel road is 2km long, and it's a pleasant 4km walk in the morning or evening.
* The top paddock is perfect for watching sunsets over Mount Karioi.
* Kick back in the hammock under the oak trees next to the creek
Unique kiwi experiences for you
Dog friendly
Composting toilet
Rural location
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Bring your horse on holiday for $20 per night per horse. Grazing is next to the accommodation, plus there are yards at the back. Each paddock has self filling concrete troughs and shady trees. If you would like a trek organised on private farmland with private beach access this can be arranged with prior notice and additional cost.
Reviews
Reviews
Sarah has such a beautiful place with everything you need! 10/10 recommend! I hope to be back soon!
Siobhan - Oct 2024
A cute & cozy little bach in the countryside a short drive from Raglan. My best friend & I spent a girls weekend here and we absolutely loved it. Morning coffee walks down the long road driveway, friendly dog Wilco who cheekily accompanied us, peaceful & quiet during the day, has all the amenities you need (no microwave but that made cooking more fun), a small bbq which we made use of, old school coffee maker which I absolutely LOVED learning to use accompanied by Raglan coffee and some milk supplied. For anyone wondering about the compost toilet - we didn't mind it so much but my friend did say she wouldn't come with her partner lol. I will definitely book again in the future so thank you Sarah for the lovely stay.
Best friends,
Ma'aola & Christina
Ma'aola - Aug 2024
"Sarah has created a great little rural getaway. Stylish and tasteful. Very clean accomodation. Sarah was very friendly and most helpful. We would certainly return in the future. Recommend the Bridal Veil Falls closeby .. a must."
"What you see is exactly what you get!!
It was absolutely fabulous, cosy, and comfortable. Close to Raglan, and lots of lovely walks!
Couldn’t recommend it more"
"As a birthday treat my partner and I had a couple days here. Could not recommend highly enough! Sarah, you have done such an amazing job of the accomodation. We are always more interested in the slightly out of the ordinary/quirky places and this absolutely was right up our alley. Top notch on cleanliness, comfort and company with Wilco frequently checking in on us😂 We hope to return very soon!"
Sarah has such a beautiful place with everything you need! 10/10 recommend! I hope to be back soon!
Siobhan - Oct 2024
A cute & cozy little bach in the countryside a short drive from Raglan. My best friend & I spent a girls weekend here and we absolutely loved it. Morning coffee walks down the long road driveway, friendly dog Wilco who cheekily accompanied us, peaceful & quiet during the day, has all the amenities you need (no microwave but that made cooking more fun), a small bbq which we made use of, old school coffee maker which I absolutely LOVED learning to use accompanied by Raglan coffee and some milk supplied. For anyone wondering about the compost toilet - we didn't mind it so much but my friend did say she wouldn't come with her partner lol. I will definitely book again in the future so thank you Sarah for the lovely stay.
Best friends,
Ma'aola & Christina
Ma'aola - Aug 2024
About your host, Sarah
Sarah enjoys sharing her space with guests, and with the collection of critters who call this place home. While guests are left to their own privacy, they're welcome to pop down to the villa where she works from home, for a chat.
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