Get away from it all and stay at The Riverview Chalet, a riverside accommodation option situated on Papaiti Station, a 2500acre sheep and cattle farm in the remote Kaitieke Valley. Relax, taking in the peaceful views, swim in the river, fossick for fossils, walk farm and bush tracks to take in rive...
Get away from it all and stay at The Riverview Chalet, a riverside accommodation option situated on Papaiti Station, a 2500acre sheep and cattle farm in the remote Kaitieke Valley. Relax, taking in the peaceful views, swim in the river, fossick for fossils, walk farm and bush tracks to take in river, forest and farm views. There are several walks available on the farm, ranging from 1h to 3-4h. Guests love having the ability to explore the farm and surrounding bush. For nature lovers, there are whio in the river and native bats can be seen at dusk.
For those wishing to venture further afield, National Park is a 30min drive away, allowing easy access to the sights and activities of the Tongariro National Park. The Fishers Track cycleway passes the gate, as does the Te Araroa Trail. Bring your bikes, you can venture out or just bike the farm tracks.
Essential Stay Info
Cottage
Access to lakes, rivers, streams & beaches
Children Welcome
Digital Detox
Family Friendly
Rural Views
Solitude
Unique Accommodation
Whole House
Check in time: 2pm Check out time: 12pm
Eating and Drinking
There is a basic kitchen with an electric stove, microwave, fridge/freezer, cooking utensils, plates and cutlery. All that you require for basic catering. Tea and coffee, cooking oil supplied.
Bedding Configuration
Double bed in separate downstairs bedroom, mezzanine with two double beds and a single, sleep out has a double and a single bed
Double bed in separate downstairs bedroom, mezzanine with two double beds and a single, sleep out has a double and a single bed
More info about the property
The Chalet is a cosy A frame with a sleep out, that can accommodate up to 9 people. Views from the deck encompass the surrounding native bush, sheep pastures and the beautiful Retaruke River. Fall to ...
The Chalet is a cosy A frame with a sleep out, that can accommodate up to 9 people. Views from the deck encompass the surrounding native bush, sheep pastures and the beautiful Retaruke River. Fall to sleep at night to the sound of the river, and the ruru calling in the surrounding totara trees. This is truly getting away from it all, visitors always comment on the tranquilty and peaceful ambience.
Unique kiwi experiences for you
Tranquil riverside location, peace and quiet
Native bush and birds
Feeling of remoteness
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What we love about this property
Guests love the remote location, the beautiful river and the unique and cosy Chalet
Guests love the remote location, the beautiful river and the unique and cosy Chalet
Activities on or nearby this property
Birdlife
Hiking | Tramping
Mountain Biking
Nature Walks
Sheep Shearing (seasonal)
Amenities
2WD caravan accessible
BBQ
Drinking Water
Fridge (or cooling facility) available
Heating (electric, gas or fireplace)
Jug/Kettle
Linen Provided
Microwave
No Mobile Service
North Island
Oven
Power Available
Rubbish bin
RV/Motorhome accessible
Shower
Toaster
Toilet
Towels Provided
TV
Unsealed Roads
Washing Machine
Drive Times
Auckland: Auckland 4h 30minHamilton: Hamilton 3hTauranga: Whanganui 2h 10minTaupo: Palmerston North 3h 22min
Reviews
Reviews
This is a fantastic spot from which to explore the upper Retaruke Valley. Ruth and Miles were great hosts and the chalet was very comfortable for myself and young son. The river has swimming, tubing and fishing options and there are some great walks in and around the farm. A little gem.
Craig - Jan 2024
Lovely tranquil spot to get a quiet break away. Very cool setup.
Megan - Dec 2023
Great spot, nice and quiet. Great communication from the hosts.
Tracey - Dec 2023
what an awesome place! a beautiful setting with everything we needed for a wholesome weekend away from our busy lives. we loved exploring the hills on the farm and the regenerating bush :)
Rose - Dec 2023
We had an amazing family get together holiday over New Year! What a special amazing location! An undiscovered part of New Zealand, but certainly one of our favourites over the 15 years we have lived here. The house is comfortable, with nice views over the valley towards the river, enough space for all of us (8 adults and a baby on the way). Enough space to play outside games and a swimhole just below the home ! We celebrated our Dutch style New Year here, baked our traditional oliebollen under the carport, and started the New Year with a bonfire at the river, how special is that? We did some walks on the farm, through sheep paddocks and along the river, to the private hidden swim hole at the end. Went to do the Tongariro crossing too from here, very easy to get there. So very, very beautiful, peaceful and away from it all! Thanks for having us stay!
Erlinde - Dec 2022
This is a fantastic spot from which to explore the upper Retaruke Valley. Ruth and Miles were great hosts and the chalet was very comfortable for myself and young son. The river has swimming, tubing and fishing options and there are some great walks in and around the farm. A little gem.
Craig - Jan 2024
Lovely tranquil spot to get a quiet break away. Very cool setup.
Megan - Dec 2023
About your host, Ruth
Hi, my name is Ruth Abernethy. I am married to Miles, and we have four sons, two of whom still live at home. We live at Papaiti Station part time, as we also have farming interests in Taihape. We absolutely love our Kaitieke farm, it always feels like a holiday when we are here, which is tricky given we still need to get the work done. We have a permanent farm worker on site who takes care of the day to day running of the farm.
Papaiti is a really special place, and I look forward to welcoming guests here so they too can experience the serenity and all that Papaiti has to offer.
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