Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private
Cottage in Taranaki, New Zealand
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental
If you are looking to retreat from the stresses of suburbia and to enjoy the simple pleasure of being in the country-side then this is the accommodation for you.
A self-servicing luxury farm stay cottage offers peace and quiet, privacy, seclusion, tranquility. Set in rural landscape with views across farmland to the sea to the north and Mt Taranaki to the south. The sound of birds in the bush and of the creek nearby are the only things to interrupt the silence. Alpacas may seek your company at the window and then return to grazing with their herd.
Just 10kms from New Plymouth, the many attractions Taranaki has to offer are close by, eg beaches, mountains, gardens, golf courses, Pukekura Park, Bowl of Brooklands, Pukeiti Gardens, Pukeariki Museum, Len Lye Art Gallery.
Facilities include double bed accommodation for 3 couples (2 queen-size beds in each bedroom, and a foldout couch in the lounge) and there are roll-out beds in addition. Hot Spring Spa/Jaccuzi. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry. Gas heating. Entertainment facilities include Sky TV, ipod dock, Blue Ray player.
Bush and farm walks near the retreat.
Special conditions:
Small children need to be supervised on deck
Usual farm hazards exist eg electric fences, water troughs, uneven ground, pond and waterways. Caution required.
Smoking permitted outside ONLY
A self-servicing luxury farm stay cottage offers peace and quiet, privacy, seclusion, tranquility. Set in rural landscape with views across farmland to the sea to the north and Mt Taranaki to the south. The sound of birds in the bush and of the creek nearby are the only things to interrupt the silence. Alpacas may seek your company at the window and then return to grazing with their herd.
Just 10kms from New Plymouth, the many attractions Taranaki has to offer are close by, eg beaches, mountains, gardens, golf courses, Pukekura Park, Bowl of Brooklands, Pukeiti Gardens, Pukeariki Museum, Len Lye Art Gallery.
Facilities include double bed accommodation for 3 couples (2 queen-size beds in each bedroom, and a foldout couch in the lounge) and there are roll-out beds in addition. Hot Spring Spa/Jaccuzi. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry. Gas heating. Entertainment facilities include Sky TV, ipod dock, Blue Ray player.
Bush and farm walks near the retreat.
Special conditions:
Small children need to be supervised on deck
Usual farm hazards exist eg electric fences, water troughs, uneven ground, pond and waterways. Caution required.
Smoking permitted outside ONLY
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Taranaki, New Zealand
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Couldn’t ask for a better place, hosts were amazing
5.0 / 5.0
Great location between the mountain and sea. Very spacious and comfortable accommodation stocked with everything one needs for a home away from home stay. Great communication and consideration demonstrated from Trish. The family loved the place, all for different reasons.
5.0 / 5.0
Just watching the alpacas makes you happy at this farm. The house was well appointed with everything we needed.
An easy drive into New Plymouth with all it has to offer.
Would definitely recommend The Alpaca Retreat. We have enjoyed it twice.
5.0 / 5.0
The photos do not do justice to this property. The accommodation and amenities are superb, and the location is sublime. Having the Alpacas around was the cherry on top. Not to mention the hawks overhead and viewing the stars in a nice dark sky. Would love to return for another stay some time.
5.0 / 5.0
We had an amazing time staying at the alpaca retreat! The alpacas we grazing in the field around the house and could be seen from all the windows along with the beautiful views. The home was clean and very well equipped for our group and we enjoyed a very memorable Christmas there. I will suggest this place to anyone I know traveling. Tom the area. Thank you Trish.
5.0 / 5.0
Easy access, tranquil setting, well appointed rooms and clever layout, stocked with everything we needed (even bakeware) to enjoy a relaxing break. Thanks very much :)
5.0 / 5.0
Great little getaway just a few mins from New Plymouth and Oakura. Clean and well appointed. Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
The cottage had everything we needed, and was an amazing place for rest and relaxation. Far enough for tranquility, but near enough for getting supplies.
The alpacas were definitely amazing and super cute. Will definitely come back!
5.0 / 5.0
Absolutely loved staying here! Very relaxing 😌.
5.0 / 5.0
A lovely location and excellent facility. Some problem with TV going off every 30 minutes and not straight forward to regain reception. Unable to get boiling water facility in master bedroom to work.. Alpacas didn't seem to like the food treat provided. Ha ha. Overall we would recommend Alpaca Retreat to anyone looking for first class accomodation.
4.0 / 5.0
Really enjoyed the rural aspects peace and quiet no traffic noise lovely quality furnishings appliances and cottage building unable to fit in a walk through the alpaca herds the alpacas were friendly and inquisitive while being near the cabin
5.0 / 5.0
A beautiful spot to get off the grid. Not too far from central New Plymouth and the views are spectacular. The spa was a bonus.
5.0 / 5.0
This property was perfect for our base for the Junior motorcross championship,which was only 10 minutes away.The Spa at the end of the day was fantastic,and the rural outlook was great.Having Sky sport was a bonus to watch Bathurst on the Sunday.
Would recommend this property.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome property and house, extremely comfortable, great sun and spa, wonderful sounds of waterfall right in front.
5.0 / 5.0
A++ highly recommend
We all enjoyed our stay here very well setup comfy and cosy enjoyed the spa we will return
5.0 / 5.0
Peaceful and relaxing
We loved our time at this house! House was very warm and clean, great for kids, Alpacas were friendly. We didn’t want to leave, and we will be back again.
4.0 / 5.0
Alpaca your bags
This place was great. We loved hanging out with and feeding the alpacas. The spa was also a hit. Make sure if you are coffee drinkers you come with coffee and milk, as none was provided for us (instant coffee sachets were there). Great setup for 2 couples. Nice rural setting.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect country escape
Amazing property with everything you need. The kids loved the alpacas and the outlook from the farm was the perfect antidote to our manic city lives. Beautiful part of the country.
5.0 / 5.0
Bliss in the Countryside
An absolutely gorgeous cottage - set in acres of verdant farmlands, with views of both ocean and volcano.
We loved the outdoor dining area, barbecue and spa bath - perfect for soothing post-hiking muscles.
The cottage is aptly names after the curious and very cute creatures that graze in the lush paddocks surrounding the cottage. Worth saving for your visit…
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent visit
Amazing time from the time we opened the door till the time we locked it, Awesome location, wicked views, very tidy modern place and Alpacas are pretty cool bonus with the hand feeding,, look forward to staying again
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect country getaway!
Had a great time staying here. The cottage is perfect for a comfortable stay, would definitely recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Peaceful
Wonderful snd peaceful
5.0 / 5.0
Our most favourite stay! Fully equipped home with all the small details thought of. Beautiful and modern. Peaceful and relaxing and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a nice retreat from a busy lifestyle! Alpaca’s were so cute and friendly! Unfortunately, 2 nights wasn’t long enough. We didn’t want to leave. Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
Alpaca retreat
We have this property on a number of occasions and this is one of our favourite places in NZ. The location is great, the property has everything and the Alpaca's are always a bonus!
5.0 / 5.0
A slice of paradise
We had an amazing time at this property and highly recommend. The house was modern, comfortable and spacious and had everything we needed. We loved spending our day at the beach and exploring to come back to a secluded and very relaxing setting... we will definitely visit again 🙂
5.0 / 5.0
Very relaxing
Had all we needed for a relaxing break, loved the alpacas!
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing summer break
Thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing stay in a well-appointed home with everything we needed for a good break.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing
Very nice 👌
2.5 / 5.0
Great views and hosts were great
5.0 / 5.0
Great experience! Will come back!
Great views and hosts were great 😊
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic location
Loved the location and the views. Communication was great, and earlier check in allowed. Well stocked kitchen. Lovely stay, thanks .
5.0 / 5.0
Great Stay
Awesome place- was great to have so many alpacas right outside. Really enjoyed the hot tub and the views. Would definitely stay again
5.0 / 5.0
Alpaca bag for our trip
Absolutely lovely! Everything you need there and more. It was awesome having a cuppa with the alpacas in the morning and the spa was great. Would definitely stay again
2.5 / 5.0
Excellent place to stay, handy to NP and the more local Oakura.Have stayed here 4 times now and never had a bad experience
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent stay yet again
Excellent place to stay, handy to NP and the more local Oakura.
Have stayed here 4 times now and never had a bad experience
5.0 / 5.0
Very relaxing
Just what we needed to recharged
5.0 / 5.0
Alpaca Paradise
We couldn't have asked for a better weekend. Great location within easy driving distance of New Plymouth and My Tarananki along with the novelty of having entertaining alpacas, an amazing hot tub with star-filled night skies, and a lovely comfortable house. We really look forward to staying again.
5.0 / 5.0
Just what we needed!
After the stress and craziness of 2020, this was an oasis of calm and tranquility for my family and I. Quiet, private and extremely well appointed in a lovely setting near Mt Taranaki. Enjoyed feeding and interacting with the alpacas. Quick drive to Oakura beach. Cant rate highly enough and hope to return next summer!
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful home away from home
Fabulous rural setting and perfectly situated to both enjoy the sights of New Plymouth and also feel a bit relived from civilization. Very comfortable and well equipped house and the spa was great (though the water could have used a clean probably). Alpacas very cute. Was an excellent choice for our family. Thanks!
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic!
Couldn’t be a better farm house to stay in. Comfortable, stylish and plenty of space. As others have said the alpacas are a bonus. Not far to Oakura beach which is also great for coffee and a swim.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Taranaki, New Zealand?
The average price for a rental in Taranaki, New Zealand is $171 per night. This rental is $37 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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